Trees · Washington
Vancouver Yard Tree Giveaway
Run by City of Vancouver Urban Forestry
- What you get
- Free yard tree (up to two, one per species; page also says limit one per household)
- Who qualifies
- Residents planting on private residential property in Vancouver city limits; renters need owner approval.
- Where
- Residents planting on private residential property within Vancouver, Washington city limits.
- Status
- Seasonal. 2026 reservation window (Sept 1 to Oct 1) appears closed; pickup Oct 24, 2026; next round expected fall 2027.
- Type of payment
- Free item
What you do
Reserve a free yard tree online, pick it up at the fall drive-through, and plant and care for it.
Requirements
- No containers, street right-of-way, or required mitigation plantings
- Plant at least 10 ft from house, 5 ft from property lines, paving and underground utilities (call 811)
- Water twice a week April to September for first two summers
- Plant by December 1
- Commit to watering, mulching and caring for the tree
How to apply
- 1Complete the online reservation form during the Sept 1 to Oct 1 window
- 2Pick up at the drive-through event on October 24, 2026
- 3Plant by December 1
- 4Limited-mobility residents can email [email protected] for free planting and delivery
Timing and deadlines
Reservation Sept 1 to Oct 1; pickup Oct 24, 2026.
Reservations Sept 1 to Oct 1; planting deadline Dec 1.
Combining it with other programs
not published
Sources
- https://www.cityofvancouver.us/government/department/public-works/urban-forestry/yard-tree-giveaway-program/ (official page)
- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/2wB4aS3X7L
Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
Sow is not affiliated with any of these agencies or utilities. Amounts and rules change, often at the start of a fiscal year, so confirm the details on the official page before you start a project. How we research these programs
More programs near the same area
- Status not posted
Vancouver Treefund Tree Rebate
City of Vancouver Urban Forestry
50% refund up to $50 per tree, up to 5 trees per lot; existing or new City Utility eBilling customers get up to $100 back on their first tree (capped at tree cost)
Up to $300 per household