Free Trees

 
 

When you are ready to get a tree, please submit a Tree Interest Form below. Eligibility for our current grant funding is location-based (please see map below). Our staff team can help confirm your location-based eligibility for free services.

Our City Forest will make sure that we plant the right tree for your space. We can help you acquire a planting permit from the City of San Jose if needed. We will help you select a tree from our nursery and can teach you how to plant and care for your tree. All Tree Stewards will be supported with 3 years of resources and tools to get your tree established. Your tree may also qualify for free follow-up services from Our City Forest.


To check your eligibility:

  • Click the top right of the map to enlarge it.

  • Enter your address into the search bar.

  • Click return/enter.

  • Locations within the red shaded areas are eligible if

Areas included: East San José, Alviso, Milpitas, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, and other additional areas.

Currently, Our City Forest offers free trees and planting services for locations within the red-shaded area in the map below.*

Locations include but are not limited to:

  • Residential Properties ( park strip and yard)

  • Schools

  • Parks

  • Medians

  • Businesses

*Free trees until funding runs out.

 

Let’s grow a greener community, together!

Questions? Send us an email at streettrees@ourcityforest.org or call 408-998-7337 x 125

 

Red areas supported by CAL FIRE.

If you have any questions or concerns about the process, please email streettrees@ourcityforest.org or stop by our Community Nursery located at 1000 Spring St. San José, CA 95110.


How to get your tree:

Step 1: 

• Submit a Tree Interest Form below or fill out a Tree Stewardship Application linked below and email the completed application to streettrees@ourcityforest.org.

• Indicate tree choice (if you have one) - or ask for tree selection assistance

Step 2:

  • Our City Forest will consult with you regarding your tree selection and planting location

Step 3: 

• Our City Forest will work with you to schedule a date to plant your tree

• After planting, we will provide information on how to care for your tree!

Suggested donations of $50+ are greatly appreciated!



Tree Interest Form