Spruce up your yard with the Backyard Tree Planting program

Looking to bring new life to your backyard? The City of Vaughan makes it easy for you to add trees to your property through the Backyard Tree Planting program. In partnership with the non-profit Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests (LEAF), you can help grow greener neighbourhoods in Vaughan – starting right at home!

Through the program, you can access expert advice and planting services to ensure your future trees thrive 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. 

This program is available to all Vaughan residents on a first-come, first-served basis. Online registration is required – register soon to ensure you get your tree before the end of the spring planting season! 

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. 

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