The Fall 2025 Tree giveaway season is now over! To be notified when our Spring registration opens, subscribe to our Newsletter at the bottom right of this webpage.
TreePhilly is the Community Forestry program of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. We empower Philadelphia community members to enrich life in their neighborhoods through the planting, care of and connection with trees. Founded in 2011, TreePhilly works to plant and care for an equitable tree canopy for all residents by providing free, accessible educational and material resources as well as nurturing relationships between neighbors, institutions and the land we live on. In all our work, we strive to follow the principles and practices of environmental justice.
Trees are available for Philadelphia residents only and must be planted in the ground (not in a pot) on private property in the city of Philadelphia. If you are looking to have a tree planted on the street (in the spot between the sidewalk and street),
CLICK HERE to sign up for a free street tree!
How to Register for Free Yard Tree
Find the most convenient event below and follow the link to register for your tree. We will contact you the week before the event to confirm your request and provide additional details on how to pick up your tree.
Need Delivery or Planting Assistance?
Delivery: Due to very limited capacity, delivery service is reserved for residents without access to a vehicle. If you have a car but can’t make it to the event, please try again next season.
Planting Assistance: If you are physically unable to plant your tree, we will arrange for your tree to be delivered and planted in your yard. We are only able to plant trees for community members who are physically unable to plant their own tree. Planting involves lifting a ~20lb pot (about the weight of a toddler), digging a small hole the size of a 5 gallon bucket and kneeling over to fill the hole by hand. Everyone receiving a tree will receive instructions on how to plant.
Choose the Right Tree for You
Need help deciding which tree is right for your yard or want information on caring for your tree?
Review the tree species offered this season and check out our guide to picking the right tree for your space!
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Tree Care and Frequently Asked Questions:
Residents are responsible for the planting, care and maintenance of the trees. For more information and frequently asked questions, visit our
FAQ page. Also check out our
Yard Tree Planting and Care Page to learn more about caring for your trees! All this information will be provided in paper copy with your tree upon pick-up.
Find the right event for you!
Regional Giveaway Events and Registration Below – Open to All Philadelphia Residents!
NORTHWEST PHILLY REGIONAL EVENT
Partners: Maplewood Collective
Event Date: Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Location: Maplewood Mall
2-20 Maplewood Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM
Registration: Register Here!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
CLICK HERE to sign up to Volunteer with us at our Northwest Philly Regional Giveaway
NORTH PHILLY REGIONAL EVENT
Partners: The Discovery Center
Event Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Location: Discovery Center Parking Lot
3401 Reservoir Drive,
Philadelphia, PA 19121
Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM
Registration: Register Here!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
CLICK HERE to sign up to Volunteer with us at our Northeast Philly Regional Giveaway
Regional Partner Giveaway Events and Registration Below – these have zip code restrictions!
Esperanza and Tookany/Tacony Frankford Watershed Partnerships Event
Partners: Esperanza, TTF Watershed
Serving Zip Codes:19120, 19124, 19134, 19140, 19149
Event Date: Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Location: Police Officer Lauretha Vaird Boys and Girls Club
4800 Whitaker Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Time: 10:00AM-1:00PM
Registration: Register Here!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Southwest Regional Partnerships Event
Partners: Bartram’s Garden, Eastwick Friends and Neighbors Coalition, Global Thinking Initiatives Inc.
Serving Zip Codes: 19139, 19143, 19142,19153
Event Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Location: Cobbs Creek Park, Thomas Ave Parking Lot
1300 Cobbs Creek Parkway, 19143
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Time: 10:00AM-1:00PM
Registration: Register Here!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
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