Adopt a Street Tree

What Does It Mean to Adopt a Street Tree?

The main focus of our adopt-a-tree program is watering. According to NYC Parks Department, “watering is the single most important thing you can do for your street tree.” Greenpoint has received well over 600 new trees in the past 5 years, all of which are susceptible to stress and even death if they do not receive enough water, especially during the hot summer months.

As an adopter, you will receive:

• 1 Tree Gator watering bag per tree

• 1 bucket, soil cultivator, and set of gloves

• Training and support from Greenpoint Tree Corps, including volunteer office hours

You will be responsible for:

• Selecting a young tree to adopt with trunk diameter of 6 inches or less

• Watering the tree 1–4 times per month in June, July, and August

• Stewarding the tree bed by removing trash and weeds and cultivating the soil

• Reporting your tree care activities in a simple Google Form

How Long Will the Program Last?

This program is operating for the 2021 summer season, kicking off in June and wrapping up in early September. Of course, we encourage adopters to continue stewarding their trees as long as they wish, and you get to keep all of your tree care supplies.

Ready to Adopt a Street Tree?

Registration is now closed for our summer 2021 adopt-a-tree program. We will update this site if we are able to re-open the program at any time. Please follow us on social media or check out our events to find other ways to get involved in tree care.