Here is a short guide to getting trees, steps for how to fill out the
application, conformation, pick-up, technical support, post-planting,
where to get volunteers and more!
- Step 1: Find a place you would like to plant.
- Step 2: Get permission from the land owner to plant.
- Step 3: Develop a planting plan, draw a map where
you want the trees to go, consider what species will be planted where.
Research where power lines and buildings are in comparison to how tall
the trees will get, what kind of soil there is to be sure the tree will
survive and don’t forget to call Miss Utility before you dig! It’s the
law and you don’t want to find a live wire on planting day! The more you
plan the more successful your planting will be and the healthier your
trees will be.
- Step 4: Develop a maintenance plan. Who will take
care of the tree after they are planted? Newly planted trees need care,
grass mown with care taken with a weed eater around the trunk, mulch to
keep moisture in, possibly trunk guards and stakes to keep deer from
eating or knocking over the trees and of course water. Trees need water
for at least a year (preferably two) after planting to help them get
established.
- Step 5: Pick a date! When will you be planting your
trees? Who will be helping? Where will your tools come from? How will
your trees get to the planting site? All of these questions are
important to answer! If you need have questions or need help please
contact Anne Gilbert 410-260-8510, anne.gilbert@maryland.gov.
- Step 6: Fill out the application! At the top of
this page is a link to the current Tree-mendous application. You’ll find
the current tree species available (some species availability varies
season to season), prices and delivery options.
- Step 7: Send in the application and payment. You will receive confirmation of the order when they are ready to be picked up!
- Step 8: Plant your trees. It’s time to put all of
your amazing research and planning to work! Be sure to plant your trees
correctly, to ensure the highest survival rate possible.
- Step 9: Water and care for your trees. Take care of
them! Water weekly until the first freeze comes; when the ground thaws
and frosts are over in the spring continue to water up until your
planting date at a minimum. Re-mulch each year as well
- Step 10: After your planting, your community is eligible to become recognized as a PLANT Community! Click here to learn more about the PLANT Community and get a PLANT Award Application. Once submitted, you will be awarded further recognition of your wonderful accomplishment!
- Step 11: Enjoy your trees with friends and neighbors for decades to come!