Denver Digs Trees

Entering its 19th year, the Denver Digs Trees program supports residents in cultivating a greener, healthier, more livable urban environment. The program provides Denver residents with affordable trees for planting on both public and private property.

We offer two tree distributions - spring and fall, offering a variety of species appropriate for Colorado's climate and the urban environment. These low cost trees are available to all Denver residents and are free to residents in our 23 target neighborhoods. Find out which Denver neighborhood you live in.

YOU can apply for Spring Street Trees, Fall Yard Trees, or both!

Fall Shade Trees for Your Yard

A strategically planted shade tree can help you save money and fight global warming! The shade of a large tree can reduce the amount of energy needed to cool your home, which results in lower energy bills and less carbon released into the atmosphere. These trees also enhance property values, buffer noise, and provide shelter for birds and other wildlife.

Apply now for shade trees to plant in your yard!

The deadline for applications is September 1.  Availability is limited, so apply now for the most selection.  We recommend applying online for the simplest and speediest processing but have included the application as a PDF if you'd like to read more before submitting your application.

Spring Street Trees

Each spring, Denver Digs Trees offers affordable street trees, which are trees planted close to the curbside, often in the "tree lawn" between the sidewalk and curb. Street trees beautify our neighborhoods and improve our quality of life, including traffic calming, decreased crime, improved air and water quality, and enhanced property values.

It is too late to apply for street trees this spring, but check back in December of 2010 to learn more about the 2011 Street Tree Program or sign up to be notified when applications are available. Also, check out our Spring Yard Trees available for immediate sale now.

 

After you've planted your tree(s), we encourage you to register your tree with the City's Mile High Million tree campaign. Click here and make your tree count!