Growing new roots in your backyard

Get a new tree through the Backyard Tree Planting program

You can bring more trees to your neighbourhood this fall, starting right in your backyard! In partnership with non-profit organization Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests (LEAF), plant a new tree on your property through the Backyard Tree Planting program.

This program offers expert advice and planting services to ensure your future tree thrives for years to come. Services include a 30-minute site consultation, a native deciduous or evergreen tree, delivery and planting, mulch, a care guide and ongoing advice. The cost of new trees is paid for by the homeowner and subsidized by the City of Vaughan and York Region. 

The Backyard Tree Planting program is available to all Vaughan residents on a first-come, first-served basis. Online registration is required.

Tree-planting initiatives like this reinforce the City’s commitment to environmental sustainability and expanding our tree canopy – which are key priorities outlined in the Urban Forest Management Plan (PDF). Trees help provide oxygen, improve mental and physical health, and offer habitats, food and other resources for many animal species. Watch this video to learn more about the importance of planning for the future of Vaughan’s trees.

To learn more about the City’s forestry operations, visit vaughan.ca/trees. 

For updates and news as they happen, subscribe to Vaughan News and follow the official corporate channels on X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.