Trees · Pennsylvania

TreePhilly Yard Tree Giveaways

Run by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation (TreePhilly)

OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Free yard tree (5-gallon bucket, 2-10 ft tall; about 10-12 species per season) plus a free bag of mulch and care materials
Who qualifies
Philadelphia residents. Some events restricted to priority zip codes (hottest areas).
Where
Philadelphia residents; some events are limited to priority zip codes.
Status
Open. Fall 2026 giveaways run Sep 19 to Nov 8, 2026; remaining events include Oct 17, Oct 24 (two) and Nov 8; spring giveaways run March-May; while supplies last.
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Register for a seasonal community giveaway, pick up a free yard tree, and plant it in the ground on your own private property.

Requirements

  • Tree must be planted in the ground on private property in Philadelphia
  • Not in a container, sidewalk or public right-of-way (street trees are a separate city program)
  • Resident plants and cares for the tree
  • Delivery only for residents without a vehicle; assisted planting only for those physically unable to plant
  • Register before the event deadline; walk-ins for leftovers only while supplies last

How to apply

  1. 1Check the giveaway schedule for an event near you and its zip code limits
  2. 2Register via the event link before its deadline (usually opens 1-2 weeks to a month before)
  3. 3Expect a confirmation call or message the week before
  4. 4Attend the event and pick up your tree

Timing and deadlines

Pick up at the event; no inspection or payment

Registration deadlines per event, e.g. Oct 21 for Oct 24 events, Nov 4 for Nov 8 event

Combining it with other programs

Not published

Sources

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 See something out of date?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

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