NeighborWoods Tree Giveaway

From TreeFolks –

Join us at the farmers’ market for the first tree giveaway event of the season! We will have just over 1,000 5-gallon sized trees including shade, understory, and fruiting species. Bring your photo ID or utility bill as proof of Austin residency to take a tree home. The giveaway is taking place at the SFC Famers’ Market at Sunset Valley, Toney Burger Activity Center and Stadium, 3200 Jones Road, Austin, TX 78745. This event is first come, first served; limit is one tree per person.

The NeighborWoods program is a partnership between TreeFolks and the City of Austin to help combat Urban Heat Island Effect, reduce energy costs, and cool homes. Thanks to our sponsor Circuit of the Americas for their support. For more information on this program head over tohttp://www.treefolks.org/NW or call the office at 512-443-5323.

Tree selection is based on availability, but we expect to offer:

Shade:
Bur Oak
Mexican Sycamore
Pecan

Understory:
Redbud
Evergreen Sumac

Fruit Trees:
Figs
Citrus: Grapefruit:Bloomsweet
Pears

Volunteer shifts still open at http://www.treefolks.org/volunteer-with-trees-2/