Request a Street Tree Program

Be a participant in the City's tree planting efforts! Through the City's free street tree program residents can request a new 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 arborists will evaluate the verge area and determine an appropriate tree selection.

Eligibility

• Do you have a residential property in the City of Armadale?
• Are you able to care for a new tree(s) on your property long-term?

If you answered yes to these questions, you are eligible to apply.

*If you are not the property owner, you will need to provide written permission from the landowner to have a tree planted on the verge.

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?

Once our Arboriculture team reviews your application, the project officer will be in touch to discuss suitability for the size and type of tree(s) requested and confirm your request. The approved applicant’s details are added to our tree planting schedule for planting.

What to plant

The choice of tree to plant is a significant one that will affect the surrounding environment for many years to come.

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

• Choosing a tree that will work best with the existing neighbourhood's character and landscape.
• Local conditions - what is the soil type is it clay, rocky or sand.
• 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 foreign trees are equally significant.
• Size - Is there enough space for a tree to grow to its ultimate size?
• 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 planting trees, we take a number of things into consideration when selecting the location such as;

• Checking shadow lines so they do not obstruct Solar Panels
• Above and underground services
• Proximity to light poles, roads, path and other structures
• Sight of line
• Trees grow and we need to consider is their enough room to plant a tree now and into the future when the tree reaches maturity.

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.

Tree Data Collection

Tree Data Collection is continuing in 2025 with details of over 24,000 trees already collected. This information will establish a clear understanding of what tree assets the City has to date and help us make informed decisions for the future.

The Citys Urban Forest Strategy was originally endorsed by Council in 2014; since then, there has been a significant shift in understanding around growing and managing green infrastructure in urban areas. With the assistance of industry professionals, the City has kicked off the process of renewing the Urban Forest Strategy by engaging with the community and both internal and external stakeholders.

Do you want to see how the City of Armadale compares to similar places across Australia, and how we've improved our green cover in recent years? Check out Greener Spaces, Better Places for more information, and some interesting facts and figures

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