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GROWING A FLOURISHING TREE CANOPY FOR ALL OF LEXINGTON
Trees Lexington plants trees and inspires people to grow a more vibrant community.
Trees Lexington is a non-profit that empowers community members to dig in to the fun and fulfilling work of expanding and maintaining our local tree canopy. Through community tree plantings, tree giveaways, and educational workshops on proper tree care, Trees Lexington increases canopy cover, improves the health of our citizens, and preserves the character of our city.
Trees Lexington advocates for a healthy and equitable tree canopy. With two highly regarded arborists on our board, we are a trusted voice on Lexington tree matters. We work to reduce the tree gap so all residents have access to the benefits that trees provide. Our goal is to protect and expand Lexington's urban forest, focusing primarily on private property, which makes up 73% of plantable space in Lexington, Kentucky. Our work supports a citywide endeavor to increase our tree canopy from 25% to 30% in the next 10-15 years.
Trees play a pivotal role in addressing climate change, air pollution, water quality, and are essential to human health and well-being. We partner with neighborhoods, businesses, schools, places of worship, and local government to plant the right trees in the right places and maintain existing canopy, ensuring a healthy, long-lived urban forest.
Working together, we enhance the beauty of our community and nurture civic pride, connectivity with our neighbors, and stewardship of our environment. The tree canopy we cultivate today will enrich the legacy of the Lexington we leave to future generations.
Upcoming Events
Sat, Feb 22LexingtonJoin us from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on reforested farmland to learn and practice pruning techniques under the guidance of ISA Certified Arborists. Care for trees 20 years into reforestation and celebrate what trees do for human and environmental health! Click RSVP to learn more and register!
Sat, Mar 22LexingtonCelebrate SPRING by adopting a tree from Trees Lexington and planting it at home. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., residents of Fayette County may receive one (1) tree per household (and each person may only adopt one (1) tree). Supported by Fayette County Conservation District. Click "RSVP" to read more!
Sat, Mar 29LexingtonWhile designed for those who have attended pruning workshops with Trees Lexington before, this event is open to anyone interested in learning proper pruning techniques from ISA Certified Arborists. More information coming soon!
