Tree Giveaway: St. Nicholas Park

UPDATE: REGISTRATION IS FULL! All trees for this event are registered. Walk-up recipients are welcome to pick up a tree during the second hour of the giveaway, from 3 p.m. onwards. All remaining trees are first-come, first-served until all trees are distributed. We always have trees remaining for the second hour for anyone who missed the chance to register in advance.

Learn more about our tree giveaway program, including additional event dates and locations, our tree care guide, and more resources here.

Native tree species to be distributed at this location include:

• Basswood
• Eastern Redbud
• Pawpaw
• American Persimmon
• Smooth Alder
• Spicebush
• Sweetbay Magnolia

Please note that tree sizes vary. Be prepared to transport up to a two-gallon pot size.

Show us your tree and tag @nyrp for a chance to be featured on our social media!

PLEASE NOTE: After you submit the below form, you will receive a confirmation email with a ticket number. If you do not receive a confirmation email, you are not registered. If you are unsure if you are registered, please email community@nyrp.org, and our staff will check for you. Thank you!

Even if all available trees are reserved for an event, walk-up recipients are welcome to pick up a tree during the second hour of the giveaway, from 3 p.m. onwards. All remaining trees are first-come, first-served until all trees are distributed. We always have trees remaining for the second hour for anyone who missed the chance to register in advance.

For Community Gardens on NYC Parks Property: Garden groups must get prior written permission from GreenThumb to plant new trees, perform major pruning such as limb removals, or remove existing trees, even if damaged, diseased, or dead. NYC Parks has very strict laws governing tree removal on NYC Parks property. Fines can be significant for improper removals.