New York Restoration Project and Gowanus Canal ConservancyTree Giveaway

New York Restoration Project and Gowanus Canal Conservancy are giving away free trees in Brooklyn on March 23, 2013!

Registration is currently full, but small quantities of each tree will be available first come, first served. For more information about other tree giveaways please check our full calendar.

Fill out this form completely to reserve a tree at Gowanus Canal Conservancy's Tree Giveaway at Salt Lot, 2 2nd Avenue.
Click here to read terms and conditions.


Who is responsible for picking up your tree?

** This information will be used to verify the identity of the person picking up the tree.
First Name :
Last Name:
Email Address:
Phone Number:
Home Address:
Home ZIP Code:
Check this box if your home address and the address where you are planting your tree is the same. You will still need to indicate Property Type below.


Where will your tree be planted?

** Trees may not be planted on property you do not have permission to plant on (i.e. NYC Parks property).
Tree Address:
Tree ZIP Code:
Property type: Front Yard
Backyard
Co-op or Condo
Community Center
Community Garden		 Faith-based Centers
Schoolyard
Commercial Property
Other:


What kind of tree would you like?

** For more information about trees click on the italicized scientific name. Limited quantities of each species will be available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis at the event.
Trees Description and Planting Requirements
Serviceberry (registration full)Amelanchier laevis - a small; ornamental; fruit tree, easy to maintain, will be 20'-30' tall in 20 years. Should be planted in full sun; partial sun/partial shade and in soil that is clay; loam; sand; acidic.
Eastern Redbud (registration full) Cercis canadensis - a small; ornamental tree, easy to maintain, will be 20'-30' tall in 20 years. Should be planted in full sun; part sun/part shade and in soil that is acidic or alkaline; loam; clay; sand.
Pagoda DogwoodCornus alternifolia - a small; ornamental tree, easy to maintain, will be 15'-20' tall in 20 years. Should be planted in full sun; part sun/part shade and in soil that is acidic or alkaline; loam; clay; sand.
American Hazelnut (registration full) Corylus americana - a small; nut tree, moderate to maintain, will be 8'-10' tall in 20 years. Should be planted in part shade/part sun and in soil that is acidic; alkaline; sand; loam; clay.


What do I agree to when I take this tree?

** In order to reserve a tree, you must agree to all four statements below.
  • I will plant my tree in the ground and care for my tree according to NYRP guidelines.
  • I will plant my tree in the ground on property I have permission to plant on that is within the 5 boroughs.
  • I grant NYRP and Gowanus Canal Conservancy rights to take and use photos and videos of me and all parties that come to the event with me, including minors, without compensation.
  • The information I provide can be shared by NYRP with Gowanus Canal Conservancy for follow up about your tree and outreach.

 By checking this box I understand and agree to adhere to all statements above.