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NCCD TEDI Native Tree Giveaway (New Castle)

Run by New Castle Conservation District with Tree for Every Delawarean Initiative (TEDI)

SeasonalLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
One free 3-gallon native tree (about 2-4 ft tall) per person
Who qualifies
No residency or other rules listed beyond one tree per person.
Where
Open to the public at an event in Newark, one tree per person.
Status
Seasonal. 2026 event is Oct 17, 2026; next year's date not published.
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Show up at the annual giveaway and take home one free native 3-gallon tree to plant in your yard.

Requirements

  • One tree per person
  • First come, first served until gone (235 trees in 2026)
  • Bring your own vehicle to load; bring 2-3 species choices
  • Species 2026: American Holly, Eastern Redbud, Eastern White Pine, PawPaw, Persimmon, Red Cedar, Red Maple, River Birch, Serviceberry, Sweetbay Magnolia, White Dogwood, White Oak

How to apply

  1. 1No application or sign-up
  2. 2Arrive at 2430 Old County Rd, Newark DE 19702 during the event (2026: Sat Oct 17, 9 AM-12 PM)
  3. 3Choose a tree with volunteer help and load it yourself

Timing and deadlines

Same day

2026 event Oct 17 9am-noon

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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