Street Tree Request Program

Be a participant in the City's tree planting efforts! Through the City's free street tree program residents can request a street tree. This program allows residents and the City to work together in increasing the City of Armadale's tree canopy cover, creating a more liveable and sustainable community for all.

All you need to do is submit an expression of interest and agree to water the tree over its life. City officers will evaluate the verge area and determine an appropriate species selection.

Eligibility

If you are the owner of the adjoining residential property and are able to ensure the tree is adequately watered for its lifetime, you are eligible to apply. *If you are not the property owner, written permission from the landowner must be provided.

Requests to plant street trees for the 2025 planting season are now closed. Applications are now open 2026 planting season.

How do I Apply?

Applying to participate in the Resident Tree Planting Program is easy! Simply complete the expression of interest below.

What Happens Next?

• Your application will be assessed by a City officer, to ensure the site is suitable for tree planting.
• If you have a placement or species request, please include this information in the expression of interest to ensure your requests can be given suitable consideration.
• The approved applicant’s details are added to our tree planting schedule for planting.

Species Selection

Choosing the most suitable tree species for each location is important, as it is a long term green asset that will be present in the streetscape for many years.

The most appropriate species for a location chosen by taking into account factors like;

• Size - Is there enough space for a tree to grow to its optimal size?
• Local conditions - what is the soil type is it clay, rocky or sand.
• Choosing a tree that will work best with the existing neighbourhood's character and landscape.
• Variability and diversity in trees species are crucial if we are to protect our urban forests from the combined challenges of diseases and pests and climate. Both native and introduced species are significant.
• Strategies and master plans.

While requests for specific species will be considered wherever feasible, the City does not plant fruit trees.

Where to plant?

When selecting trees planting locations, the City take a number of factors into consideration such as;

• Tree species size at maturity
• Position of utilities such as gas, water and electricity both above and below ground
• Maintaining a clear line of sight for road users and pedestrians
• Proximity to light poles, roads, footpaths and other structures
• Predicted shade patterns of tree at maturity to minimise impact on existing solar panels

Unfortunately, sometimes it's just not possible to plant a tree on a verge.

Request a street tree for the 2026 planting season before 31 October 2025 for a chance to win a 30m retractable hose reel!

Refer to the sidebar for the Terms & Conditions document.

Please contact Clare, Parks Project Officer, on 9394 5000 if you have any further questions!