Bringing Free & Low-Cost Trees to All Denver Residents
For over 40 years, Denver Digs Trees has helped plant more than 65,000 beautiful, life-giving trees across our city. Our goal? To grow a healthier, greener Denver—one tree at a time. Whether you own or rent, live in a house or an apartment, this program is for everyone. Trees are for all.
WOW! Our Fall Tree Application opened and we sold out in just 6 hours.
If you already successfully submitted an application, or if you have already been in touch about an error message on your application, don't worry, we will reach out soon with a status update.
If you were not able to submit an application, you can click here to explore our Tree & Shrub Sales. You can also wait until January and apply for Denver Digs Trees larger Spring tree distribution.
Visit our FAQ to find answers to common questions.
How It Works
Trees for All:
We offer free and low-cost trees to residents across all Denver neighborhoods.
In the Spring, Trees can be planted in the Public Right-of-Way (street trees) or on private property (yard trees).
In the Fall, We only offer yard trees for planting on private property (front, back or side yard)
To be considered you must:
- Review the program basics and submit an application
- Plant at a Denver address. All residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, and schools are eligible.
- Allow enough space for your tree(s) to grow to maturity
- Take the Tree Pledge
Not in Denver? Explore the Tree Sale.
Applications For Fall 2026 are now closed. Click here to sign up for a reminder when it's time to apply for our next distribution.
Applications for Spring pickup and planting open in January and trees go Fast!
More Than Just Trees
Yes! In addition to offering an expertly picked selection of trees for almost any space, we’re also here to support you and your tree before, during, and after pick-up. When you participate, you get:
- A menu of trees in different shapes and sizes to choose from
- Assistance with the permitting process (street trees only)
- Easy-to-follow planting and care instructions and workshops
- Ongoing support and education
- Planting assistance for those with physical limitations (available on a sliding scale)
We’re here to help your tree thrive long after it’s planted.
Program Schedule and Fees
We spend over $200 to provide each tree. However, our generous sponsors help to cover much of this cost so you pay less for your tree!
Program fees:
- $15 per tree in low-canopy neighborhoods
- $50 per tree in all other neighborhoods
- $0 with a "Treeship" application (for individual households only, organizations are not eligible)
Fall Tree Distribution Schedule:
- Early August: applications available
- August 15: applications close
- Early September: approval notifications sent via Email
- Mid Septmber: Pick-up and planting!
Spring Tree Distribution Schedule:
- Early January: applications available
- February 15: applications close
- March: Application review and Street Tree Site Inspections
- Early April: approval notifications sent via Email
- Late April: Pick-up and planting!
Missed this Year's Application Window? Click below to receive an email notification when we are accepting applications for the next distribution.
Why Trees?
Trees are the air conditioners in our city – cooling our homes, other buildings, and paved surfaces with their shade and through evapotranspiration.
They’re serving the functions of a multi-million dollar stormwater facility, slowing the flow of water through our landscapes and reducing flooding.
They’re filtering out pollutants from air and water
They’re serving critical functions mitigating and adapting to climate change by sequestering carbon and cooling and protecting the health of the most vulnerable people in our communities.
They’re protecting biodiversity, providing habitat for local wildlife as well as migrating birds and pollinators.
Studies show that trees support our physical and mental health by encouraging us to spend time outdoors and to have active lifestyles.
Tree planting activities provide valuable opportunities for community building and creating social networks among neighbors, which supports the social fabric of our communities and our capacities to cope with and adapt to challenges.
Landscaping including trees can increase property value by 20-30%.
People are willing to spend more time and money in business areas with nice tree cover.
Want to see more trees in your neighborhood?
Recent project areas include:
Barnum, Barnum West, Valverde, Villa Park, and West Colfax.
Email Lindsay@theparkpeople.org to talk to us about facilitating an event in your neighborhood.
Ready to Dig In?
Then join the Denver Digs Trees movement!
Apply for a tree, browse available trees for purchase, or find answers to your questions.
