Tree Programs
Memorial Tree Program
The Memorial Tree Program encourages tree donations to honor, memorialize, or celebrate a special person, place, or event. Memorial Tree donations are accepted any time of the year, however, trees will be planted during the appropriate planting season. Memorial Trees will be designated with a small brick or plaque. Monetary donations are also accepted and will be earmarked for future Memorial Tree projects.
The Hamilton Parks Conservancy is responsible for administering the Memorial Tree Program, while the City of Hamilton’s Municipal Arborist coordinates the purchase and planting of trees on behalf of the Parks Conservancy. Please call 513.785.7055 for more information or to make a Memorial Tree donation.
View the list of approved trees for planting in public parks, rights-of-way, and green spaces here.
Adopt-A-Tree Program
Residents interested in having a tree planted in the right-of-way in front of their home may participate in the Adopt-A-Tree Program. Through the program, residents purchase one (1) tree at a reduced price from a participating local nursery. The City also contributes $50 toward the cost of the tree.
The City of Hamilton Municipal Arborist coordinates the tree planting to ensure it is planted appropriately and in the right location, while ongoing watering is the responsibility of the resident. If special circumstances exist that prevent a resident from fulfilling this obligation, the Municipal Arborist must be notified.
In some instances, it may not be possible to plant a tree in the right-of-way. Size of the right-of-way, location of street lights and underground utilities, and visibility safety concerns must all be considered before an Adopt-A-Tree request will be granted. The Municipal Arborist will review each Adopt-A-Tree request on a case-by-case basis.
Please call 513.785.7556 or email dave.bienemann@hamilton-oh.gov to request an Adopt-A-Tree permit or to learn more about the program.
View the rules and regulations related to trees planted in public rights-of-way, including the list of approved street trees, here.