Each urban tree with a 50 year life span provides an estimated $273 a year in reduced costs for air conditioning, erosion control, storm water control, air pollution and wildlife shelter. (Source: City of Portland, Oregon)

“The trees have been a very positive improvement for Beltline and Highlands Elementary schools and will provide needed shade for many years.” Jim Robertson, Administrator of Facilities Development, Cedar Hill ISD, Cedar Hill, TX

Trees For Texas

Through the Trees For Texas program, the Texas Trees Foundation provides trees to neighborhood associations, churches, schools, non-profit organizations, and municipalities to improve and beautify our public open spaces. Trees are available for planting on publicly owned land including medians, parkways, parks, school campuses and hike & bike trails. Trees may also be planted on property owned by religious organizations and other non-profits. Trees are available in a variety of native and adapted species suitable to the soils and climate of North Texas. Any qualifying organization or individual can participate in the Trees for Texas program.

The Texas Trees Foundation Urban Tree Farm is located on the north west side of the Richland College campus (adjacent to the DART bus stop) at 12800 Abrams Road, Dallas, Texas 75243-2173. Click here for a map.

Current Inventory as of September 2008:

Pecan
Bald Cypress
Live Oak
Cedar Elm
Chinese Pistache
Bald Cypress
Red Oak
Vitex

Desert Willow

10 gallon trees are approximately 8–10 feet in height and 1 ½" - 1 ¾" in caliper.

$35 per tree

20 gallon trees are approximately 10-12 feet in height* and 1 ¾" - 2 ¾" in caliper

$70 per tree

*Height may vary depending upon species.

Delivery available at a cost of $5.00 per one-way loaded mile or trees may be picked up from the TXU Energy Urban Tree Farm at Richland College, Dallas, during business hours Monday – Friday or on scheduled volunteer days between 8:00 a.m. and Noon. Contact Marjorie Webb for scheduling information.

Planting available at a cost of $20.00 per tree for 10 gallon or $40 per tree for a 20 gallon (includes mulching). All planting services require a minimum of 10 trees per project.

Inventory is subject to change without notice.

Trees are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

A supplemental watering plan must be in place prior to planting.

The Foundation staff can assist with formulating a watering plan, developing an irrigation plan or training volunteers.

Contact Information

Marjorie Webb
Marketing Director
marjorie@texastreesfoundation.org

Amy James
Office Manager
amy@texastreesfoundation.org