Apply For Your Free Tree - It's ReLeaf Time!

All 2023 ReLeaf Trees Have Been Claimed, But You Can Join Our Waitlist!

Did you try to sign up for a Cincinnati Parks ReLeaf Tree and didn't get one? Click the link below to join our waitlist! Every year ReLeaf trees are claimed fast online, but we always end up with some leftover trees because not everyone shows up to pickup day. We would love you to join our waitlist and help with our ultimate goal of increasing the tree canopy for the benefit of all.

CLICK THIS LINK TO JOIN THE WAITLIST

For the last 35 years, Cincinnati Parks’ Fall ReLeaf program has grown, improved and sustained the canopy coverage of our city. The highly successful effort has given away 20,000 free trees consisting of more than 40 species. In fact, this is one of the programs helping raise Cincinnati's overall tree canopy 5% in just the last 5 years (38% - 43%). Please consider doing your part to help keep the momentum going by signing up for a tree for your property and/or encouraging others to do the same.   

Interested in participating for 2023? Thanks to our 2021 Tree Canopy Census, Cincinnati Parks is able to target neighborhoods with less than 40% tree canopy coverage. In an effort to increase tree canopy in those neighborhoods, applications will open first to neighborhoods with less than 40% tree canopy:

Avondale (37%)
Bond Hill (25%)
Camp Washington (8%)
Carthage(33%)
Corryville (14%)
Downtown (7%)
East End (30%)
Evanston (31%)
Hartwell (37%)
Linwood (28%)
Lower Price Hill (20%)
Madisonville (36%)
Mt. Adams (31%)
Oakley (26%)
Over-the-Rhine (13%)
Pendleton (12%)
Queensgate (10%)
Roselawn (26%)
Walnut Hills (33%)
West End (14%)

Registration for a free ReLeaf Tree is now closed. You can always join our waitlist!

• Applications open September 9 at 8am to low canopy neighborhoods (listed above)
• Applications open to all City of Cincinnati residents September 23 at 8am
• Pick up dates (pick up time slot must be selected after applying for your free tree)
  • Saturday, October 21 from 8:00am - 1:30pm at MadTree Brewing, 3301 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209
  • Monday, October 23 from 12:00pm - 3:30pm at 3215 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45229 

The Fall ReLeaf program was established to provide shade trees for homeowners whose curb lawns were too narrow for tree planting or for those with overhead utility lines. The program has blossomed to include community and school involvement, a more diverse tree species selection and backyard planting. This year’s program is made possible by our generous sponsors, MadTree Brewing, Dynegy and the Cincinnati Parks Foundation. Their support allows us to provide trees at a $75 value to Cincinnati property owners at no cost.

The Park Board’s Natural Resource division works diligently to bring each residential neighborhood up to 40% tree canopy coverage to help improve the impacts of air pollution, urban heat island effect, residential energy demands, and storm water management. Just one large canopy deciduous tree, such as an oak or sycamore, can help control 400 to 1,000 gallons of storm water through canopy interception. This benefits homeowners by adding shade, beauty, reducing soil erosion, and managing flooding from rainfall.

MadTree Brewing is sponsoring Cincinnati Parks' Fall ReLeaf for the third year in a row. They seek to connect people to nature and to each other. They are beyond excited to partner with the us for the Fall ReLeaf program in making a direct, positive impact on their Oakley neighborhood, which is currently below the 40% tree canopy coverage goal for each neighborhood in Cincinnati. They embrace their namesake and work to celebrate and protect nature while reducing their impact on the environment. They are proud members of 1% for the Planet, with a commitment to donate 1% of sales to non-profits focused on environmental sustainability. MadTree Brewing. Inspiring Madness. Rooted In Purpose.

Help us meet our goals and improve our urban environment by planning to place an order for your free tree.

If you have any questions on selecting a tree please call 513-861-9070. 

This Year’s Tree Selection List:

White Oak 
Botanical Name: Quercus alba
Height and Spread: 75 ft by 75 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Crown Shape: Spreading
Light Requirements: Full sun

Blackgum
Botanical Name: Nyssa sylvatica
Height and Spread: 50 ft by 35 ft
Growth Rate: Slow to medium
Crown Shape: Oval
Light Requirements: Full Sun/Partial sun/shade
Other: Attracts birds and other wildlife

Jefferson Elm 
Botanical Name: 'Ulmus americana 'Jefferson'
Height and Spread: 70 ft by 50 ft 
Growth Rate: Fast
Crown Shape: Umbrella-like
Light Requirements: Full sun
Other: Dutch elm disease tolerant, the original is on the National Mall in Washington DC

Winter King Hawthorn 
Botanical Name: Crataegus viridis 'Winter King'
Height and spread: 25 ft by 25 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Crown Shape: Oval
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Other: Persistent fruit adds winter interest, especially in snow

Redmond Linden 
Botanical Name: Tilia americana
Height and spread: 60 ft by 40 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Crown Shape: Oval
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Northern pecan 
Botanical Name: Carya illinoinensis
Height and Spread: 80 ft by 50 ft
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Crown Shape: Spreading
Light Requirements: Full sun
Other: Can be pollinated by any hickory species

Arrowwood viburnum 
Botanical Name: Viburnum dentatum
Height and Spread: 8 ft by 8 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Crown Shape: Round
Light Requirements: Shade to part shade
Other: Native understory shrub

Redbud 
Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis
Height and Spread: 20 ft by 30 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Crown Shape: Spreading
Light Requirements: Partial shade
Other: Prolific pink blossoms in early spring

Sugar maple
Botanical Name: Acer saccharum
Height and Spread: 75 ft by 50 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Crown Shape: Oval
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Persimmon
Botanical Name: Diospyros virginia
Height and Spread: 50 ft by 30 ft
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Crown Shape: Narrow
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Other: Requires another tree to pollinate

Wild Black Cherry
Botanical Name: Prunus serotina
Height and Spread: 60 ft by 30 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Crown Shape: Pyramidal
Light Requirements: Full sun