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The city’s annual Tree Sale will support urban forestry efforts, offering an affordable way to enhance private gardens.

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City of Richmond’s 4th annual Tree Sale supports urban forestry efforts once again

By Richmond Sentinel

Published 12:35 PDT, Mon September 8, 2025

Last Updated: 12:35 PDT, Mon September 8, 2025

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Richmond residents can once again green their homes and neighbourhood through the city’s annual Tree Sale, returning this year with more options than ever. For just $15 per tree, the program offers an affordable way to enhance private gardens while contributing to the city’s growing urban forest.

A total of 850 high-quality trees will be available at the subsidized rate. This includes a new selection of species specifically suited for small spaces such as balconies and condo patios. This trial addition makes it easier for residents in all types of housing to take part in the program.

The initiative supports Richmond’s ongoing environmental sustainability goals and helps beautify communities across the city. Don’t miss this chance to add greenery to your space while making a lasting impact on Richmond’s urban landscape.

The following nine species are available (chosen for their suitability in Richmond's unique urban environment) on a first come, first served basis:

assorted apples (Malus domestica)
assorted fruiting cherries (Prunus spp.)
assorted plums (Prunus domestica)
assorted magnolia (Magnolia spp.)
beech (Fagus sylvatica ‘Dawyck Gold’)
kousa dogwood (Cornus kousa)
mock orange (Philadelphus coronarius)
stewartia (Stewartia pseudocamellia)
vine maple (Acer circinatum)

The trees are nursery-grown, come in five-gallon pots and range from three to six feet tall.

Purchasing a tree

Trees are being offered to City of Richmond residents only. Residents may purchase a maximum of two (2) trees per residence:

starting at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 8 until 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 3
through the MyRichmond online portal
when purchasing, residents must select a 90-minute time slot to pick their tree(s) up on Saturday, Oct. 4. Visit richmond.ca/TreeSale for available times.

Tree pick up

Date: Saturday, Oct. 4
Time: Between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. (during selected 90-minute time slot)
Location: City of Richmond Works Yard, 5599 Lynas Lane

Residents will be asked to provide their confirmation receipt and proof of residency at time of pick up.

City staff will provide a tree-planting brochure and planting advice, and will respond to any tree-planting related questions. Pick up will proceed rain or shine.

The city’s commitment to sustainable tree management

The city’s urban forest canopy grows every year as new trees are planted throughout the community. In addition to replacing trees removed due to decline, age or storm damage, the city is also adding trees each year through capital projects in both new and existing park projects, such as the Minoru Lakes Renewal, Terra Nova Rural Park and Garden City Lands.

For more information:

Visit tree sale info and FAQs at richmond.ca/TreeSale
Review the Public Tree Management Strategy to 2045 to learn about the city’s commitment for growing and managing the urban forest on city-owned, public land
Learn about the city’s Tree Protection Bylaw.