Free Tree Seedlings for Washington Township Residents

Free tree seedlings will be available to Washington Township residents April 22nd as part of the New Jersey Forest Service’s New Jersey Tree Recovery Campaign.

From 9 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, April 22, 2023, residents will be able to pick up tree seedlings at Rock Spring Park at the gazebo nearest to the Senior Center. Seedlings are available on a first come, first served basis.  Residents should plant the seedlings within two days after pick-up in order to prevent the roots from drying out.

The program is a joint effort between Washington Township, NJ Forest Service, NJ Soil Conservation Districts, Arbor Day Foundation, iCIMS, FedEx, State Farm, and International Paper.

When properly planted and maintained, trees can be assets to a community. They improve the visual appeal of a neighborhood or business district, increase property values, reduce home cooling costs, remove air pollutants, and provide wildlife habitat, among many other benefits.

If you have any questions please contact Kelly Martin at martin.kellyanne@gmail.com

For a list of all distribution locations across the state, visit www.forestry.nj.gov