press release
Des Moines, Iowa — Friday, May 12, 2023 — Des Moines residents can contribute to the city’s urban treetop growth by picking up five free Tiny Trees at Polk County River Place this Saturday, May 13.
“It’s a great way for residents to privately contribute to the growth of the city’s forest while we work to plant more trees in public spaces,” said City Forester Shane McQuillan.
Since 2017, the Forest Division of the Department of Public Works has been giving away thousands of free Tiny Trees to residents every spring.
The forestry team and several volunteers will be stationed in the parking lot at 2309 Euclid Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to distribute up to five trees along with planting instructions to Des Moines residents.
While Forestry Tiny Tree took orders from nearly 2,000 residents to gauge species demand, residents are encouraged to show up, whether they remember their order or not.
“All you have to do is live in Des Moines and we’ll have trees for you,” McQuillan said.
Learn more about the Tiny Trees program and what species will be available this Saturday at DSM.City/TinyTrees.
Contact
Al Setka
Chief Communications Officer, City Administrator’s Office
(515) 283-4057
AMSetka@dmgov.org
About the city of Des Moines
The city of Des Moines is the capital of Iowa and our 17 departments serve more than 214,000 residents and 49 neighborhood associations.
Des Moines is a leader in sustainability and offers its residents vibrant neighborhoods, a vibrant and active downtown, and plenty of recreational opportunities.
Des Moines continually improves neighborhoods, public safety and the quality of life by providing exceptional city services and reliable infrastructure, while fostering an engaged and compassionate community for all who visit and live in Des Moines.
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