
Spring 2022
Tree Giveaway
Trees Lexington! is hosting our spring tree giveaway for Fayette County residents at the Greyline Station on April 23rd! This year, we are offering a selection of 20 different native tree species. The species in this season's selection offer a range of mature sizes and characteristics, including stunning fall color, beautiful blooms, and edible fruit!
Not sure what species is best for your property? Local arborists and tree stewards will be on site to help you determine which tree might be the best fit for your yard. Get a preview of what we'll have for you tomorrow!
Event Details:
Trees Lexington! Spring Tree Giveaway
April 23, 2022, 9a-12p
Greyline Station, 101 west Loudon Avenue*
*We will be set up in the large parking lot located off Loudon Avenue

Things to note:
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Trees are only available to residents of Fayette County.
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No more than two (2) trees per address.
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Trees/species are in limited supply and will be given out on a first come, first served basis.
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All trees will be in three (3) gallon containers with potting soil. We recommend bringing a towel or tarp to set trees on if transporting inside your vehicle.
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Trees need both love and care, especially in the first few years of their establishment. Receiving one of these trees means you will be responsible for keeping it watered (10 gallons/week or 1 inch of rainfall), mulched, and fertilized (if needed). We are available to help with questions related to tree care as they grow!
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Due to street tree planting size limitations set by the City of Lexington, we strongly advise that these trees not be planted in the verge (aka utility strip, planting strip).

We recommend most of these trees for open front and/or back yards.
These trees should not go in the verge or anywhere under power lines.
Planting your tree is easy-treezy with our planting guide!
MEET THE SPECIES:
Click through each species to see which ones might be the best fit for you.
A majestic, large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The bur oak is relatively slow growing, but will live a long time under good conditions. This species produces large acorns once it reaches maturity.
A majestic, large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The bur oak is relatively slow growing, but will live a long time under good conditions. This species produces large acorns once it reaches maturity.
A majestic, large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The bur oak is relatively slow growing, but will live a long time under good conditions. This species produces large acorns once it reaches maturity.
A majestic, large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The bur oak is relatively slow growing, but will live a long time under good conditions. This species produces large acorns once it reaches maturity.
Bur Oak
A large shade tree that prefers medium to large lawns. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The Yellow Buckeye is has a moderate growth rate. This species is known for its flowers in late spring and produces shiny brown "buckeyes" in the fall.
A large shade tree that prefers medium to large lawns. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The Yellow Buckeye is has a moderate growth rate. This species is known for its flowers in late spring and produces shiny brown "buckeyes" in the fall.
A large shade tree that prefers medium to large lawns. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The Yellow Buckeye is has a moderate growth rate. This species is known for its flowers in late spring and produces shiny brown "buckeyes" in the fall.
A large shade tree that prefers medium to large lawns. Typical mature height is 60 to 80 feet. The Yellow Buckeye is has a moderate growth rate. This species is known for its flowers in late spring and produces shiny brown "buckeyes" in the fall.
Yellow Buckeye
A medium to large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Typical mature height is 50 to 70 feet. Is able to grow in poor or rocky soils. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
A medium to large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Typical mature height is 50 to 70 feet. Is able to grow in poor or rocky soils. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
A medium to large shade tree with an irregularly rounded crown. The Catalpa prefers full sun and has a mature height of 40 to 60 feet. It is able to tolerate dry sites, occasional flooding, and road salt. This species produces showy flowers in the early summer and is popular with insect pollinators.
A medium to large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Typical mature height is 50 to 70 feet. Is able to grow in poor or rocky soils. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
Catalpa
The Cherrybark Oak is a large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Its mature height is approximately 110'-130'. It is considered one of the most highly valued of the oaks in the southern United States. Relative to other oaks, this oak is considered to be fast growing. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity. Photo by Bruce Kirchoff from Greensboro, NC, USA.
The Cherrybark Oak is a large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Its mature height is approximately 110'-130'. It is considered one of the most highly valued of the oaks in the southern United States. Relative to other oaks, this oak is considered to be fast growing. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity. Photo by Bruce Kirchoff from Greensboro, NC, USA.
The Cherrybark Oak is a large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Its mature height is approximately 110'-130'. It is considered one of the most highly valued of the oaks in the southern United States. Relative to other oaks, this oak is considered to be fast growing. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity. Photo by Bruce Kirchoff from Greensboro, NC, USA.
The Cherrybark Oak is a large shade tree that prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. Its mature height is approximately 110'-130'. It is considered one of the most highly valued of the oaks in the southern United States. Relative to other oaks, this oak is considered to be fast growing. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity. Photo by Bruce Kirchoff from Greensboro, NC, USA.
Cherrybark Oak
The Overcup Oak is a medium to large shade tree with a typical height range of 40 to 60 feet. It prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Overcup Oak is a medium to large shade tree with a typical height range of 40 to 60 feet. It prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Overcup Oak is a medium to large shade tree with a typical height range of 40 to 60 feet. It prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
Overcup Oak
The Kentucky Coffeetree is a large shade tree with an irregular growth form. It has a mature height of approximately 60 to 75 feet and prefers full sun. It is known for its large compound leaves and long-leathery seedpods.
The Kentucky Coffeetree is a large shade tree with an irregular growth form. It has a mature height of approximately 60 to 75 feet and prefers full sun. It is known for its large compound leaves and long-leathery seedpods.
The Kentucky Coffeetree is a large shade tree with an irregular growth form. It has a mature height of approximately 60 to 75 feet and prefers full sun. It is known for its large compound leaves and long-leathery seedpods.
The Kentucky Coffeetree is a large shade tree with an irregular growth form. It has a mature height of approximately 60 to 75 feet and prefers full sun. It is known for its large compound leaves and long-leathery seedpods.
Kentucky Coffeetree
The White Oak is a large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 80 feet. Pyramidal when young, but matures into a substantial tree with a wide-spreading, rounded crown. It prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The White Oak is a large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 80 feet. Pyramidal when young, but matures into a substantial tree with a wide-spreading, rounded crown. It prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The White Oak is a large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 80 feet. Pyramidal when young, but matures into a substantial tree with a wide-spreading, rounded crown. It prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The White Oak is a large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 80 feet. Pyramidal when young, but matures into a substantial tree with a wide-spreading, rounded crown. It prefers large lawns and open spaces with full sun. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
White Oak
The Swamp White Oak is a medium to large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 60 feet. It can thrive in medium to large lawns. Unlike some of the other oaks listed, this species has a preference for wet, low-lying areas and can tolerate occasional flooding. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Swamp White Oak is a medium to large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 60 feet. It can thrive in medium to large lawns. Unlike some of the other oaks listed, this species has a preference for wet, low-lying areas and can tolerate occasional flooding. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Swamp White Oak is a medium to large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 60 feet. It can thrive in medium to large lawns. Unlike some of the other oaks listed, this species has a preference for wet, low-lying areas and can tolerate occasional flooding. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Swamp White Oak is a medium to large shade tree with a typical height range of 50 to 60 feet. It can thrive in medium to large lawns. Unlike some of the other oaks listed, this species has a preference for wet, low-lying areas and can tolerate occasional flooding. This species produces acorns once it reaches maturity.
Swamp White Oak
The Tulip Poplar is a large, fast-growing shade tree. Its mature height is typically between 70 to 90 feet. The Tulip Poplar is known for its yellow "tulip" flowers and showy fall color. It is also the state tree of Kentucky!
The Tulip Poplar is a large, fast-growing shade tree. Its mature height is typically between 70 to 90 feet. The Tulip Poplar is known for its yellow "tulip" flowers and showy fall color. It is also the state tree of Kentucky!
The Tulip Poplar is a large, fast-growing shade tree. Its mature height is typically between 70 to 90 feet. The Tulip Poplar is known for its yellow "tulip" flowers and showy fall color. It is also the state tree of Kentucky!
The Tulip Poplar is a large, fast-growing shade tree. Its mature height is typically between 70 to 90 feet. The Tulip Poplar is known for its yellow "tulip" flowers and showy fall color. It is also the state tree of Kentucky!
Tulip Poplar
Also known as the "Cucumbertree," the Cucumber Magnolia is a large, wide-spreading shade tree that is ideal for open yards. The mature height of this species is 50 to 80 feet, and it tolerates full sun to partial sun/shade. The Cucumber Magnolia produces large flowers in the late spring and bears a pinkish red fruit that resembles a cucumber.
Also known as the "Cucumbertree," the Cucumber Magnolia is a large, wide-spreading shade tree that is ideal for open yards. The mature height of this species is 50 to 80 feet, and it tolerates full sun to partial sun/shade. The Cucumber Magnolia produces large flowers in the late spring and bears a pinkish red fruit that resembles a cucumber.
Also known as the "Cucumbertree," the Cucumber Magnolia is a large, wide-spreading shade tree that is ideal for open yards. The mature height of this species is 50 to 80 feet, and it tolerates full sun to partial sun/shade. The Cucumber Magnolia produces large flowers in the late spring and bears a pinkish red fruit that resembles a cucumber.
Also known as the "Cucumbertree," the Cucumber Magnolia is a large, wide-spreading shade tree that is ideal for open yards. The mature height of this species is 50 to 80 feet, and it tolerates full sun to partial sun/shade. The Cucumber Magnolia produces large flowers in the late spring and bears a pinkish red fruit that resembles a cucumber.
Cucumber Magnolia
The American Basswood is a large shade tree that can grow up to 60 to 80 feet. The tree can tolerate both full sun and partial sun/shade. The American Basswood flowers are fragrant and emerge in early summer.
The American Basswood is a large shade tree that can grow up to 60 to 80 feet. The tree can tolerate both full sun and partial sun/shade. The American Basswood flowers are fragrant and emerge in early summer.
The American Basswood is a large shade tree that can grow up to 60 to 80 feet. The tree can tolerate both full sun and partial sun/shade. The American Basswood flowers are fragrant and emerge in early summer.
The American Basswood is a large shade tree that can grow up to 60 to 80 feet. The tree can tolerate both full sun and partial sun/shade. The American Basswood flowers are fragrant and emerge in early summer.
American Basswood
The Bald Cypress is large ornamental tree for parks or large lawns. It has a maximum height of 50 to 75 feet. This species is a good selection for growing in wet soils either in low spots or near water. Though it looks like a needled evergreen tree, this species is a cone-bearing deciduous tree that turns its leaves in the winter.
The Bald Cypress is large ornamental tree for parks or large lawns. It has a maximum height of 50 to 75 feet. This species is a good selection for growing in wet soils either in low spots or near water. Though it looks like a needled evergreen tree, this species is a cone-bearing deciduous tree that turns its leaves in the winter.
The Bald Cypress is large ornamental tree for parks or large lawns. It has a maximum height of 50 to 75 feet. This species is a good selection for growing in wet soils either in low spots or near water. Though it looks like a needled evergreen tree, this species is a cone-bearing deciduous tree that turns its leaves in the winter.
The Bald Cypress is large ornamental tree for parks or large lawns. It has a maximum height of 50 to 75 feet. This species is a good selection for growing in wet soils either in low spots or near water. Though it looks like a needled evergreen tree, this species is a cone-bearing deciduous tree that turns its leaves in the winter.
Bald Cypress
The Blackgum, also know as the Tupelo Tree, is a medium tree with a distinct horizontal branch structure. It can grow from 30 to 50 feet in full sun or partial sun/shade. These trees are highly desired for their orange to scarlet red fall color.
The Blackgum, also know as the Tupelo Tree, is a medium tree with a distinct horizontal branch structure. It can grow from 30 to 50 feet in full sun or partial sun/shade. These trees are highly desired for their orange to scarlet red fall color.
The Blackgum, also know as the Tupelo Tree, is a medium tree with a distinct horizontal branch structure. It can grow from 30 to 50 feet in full sun or partial sun/shade. These trees are highly desired for their orange to scarlet red fall color.
The Blackgum, also know as the Tupelo Tree, is a medium tree with a distinct horizontal branch structure. It can grow from 30 to 50 feet in full sun or partial sun/shade. These trees are highly desired for their orange to scarlet red fall color.
Blackgum
The Eastern Hemlock, or Canadian Hemlock, is a large shade tolerant conifer, growing 40 to 70 feet tall. This is one of the few trees on the list than can tolerate full shade. In the winter, it produces small oval-shaped cones.
The Eastern Hemlock, or Canadian Hemlock, is a large shade tolerant conifer, growing 40 to 70 feet tall. This is one of the few trees on the list than can tolerate full shade. In the winter, it produces small oval-shaped cones.
The Eastern Hemlock, or Canadian Hemlock, is a large shade tolerant conifer, growing 40 to 70 feet tall. This is one of the few trees on the list than can tolerate full shade. In the winter, it produces small oval-shaped cones.
The Eastern Hemlock, or Canadian Hemlock, is a large shade tolerant conifer, growing 40 to 70 feet tall. This is one of the few trees on the list than can tolerate full shade. In the winter, it produces small oval-shaped cones.
Eastern Hemlock
The Hop Hornbeam, also known as Ironwood, is a medium sized understory tree that grows to be about 25 to 40 feet at maturity. This species is extremely resistant to pests and diseases and can tolerate full sun to partial sun/shade. It produces drooping fruit clusters that look like hops, hence the name.
The Hop Hornbeam, also known as Ironwood, is a medium sized understory tree that grows to be about 25 to 40 feet at maturity. This species is extremely resistant to pests and diseases and can tolerate full sun to partial sun/shade. It produces drooping fruit clusters that look like hops, hence the name.
The Hop Hornbeam, also known as Ironwood, is a medium sized understory tree that grows to be about 25 to 40 feet at maturity. This species is extremely resistant to pests and diseases and can tolerate full sun to partial sun/shade. It produces drooping fruit clusters that look like hops, hence the name.
Hop Hornbeam
The Pawpaw is a small to medium sized tree that can grow between 15 to 25 feet. In the summer, this tree produces edible fruit said to have a banana-like flavor. Pawpaw trees can tolerate full sun but do well as an understory tree.
The Pawpaw is a small to medium sized tree that can grow between 15 to 25 feet. In the summer, this tree produces edible fruit said to have a banana-like flavor. Pawpaw trees can tolerate full sun but do well as an understory tree.
The Pawpaw is a small to medium sized tree that can grow between 15 to 25 feet. In the summer, this tree produces edible fruit said to have a banana-like flavor. Pawpaw trees can tolerate full sun but do well as an understory tree.
The Pawpaw is a small to medium sized tree that can grow between 15 to 25 feet. In the summer, this tree produces edible fruit said to have a banana-like flavor. Pawpaw trees can tolerate full sun but do well as an understory tree.
Pawpaw
Redbuds are small/medium understory trees that can grow from 20 to 30 feet. They often have a multi-stemmed growth form. They can tolerate full sun and partial sun/shade. In the spring, Redbuds produce clusters of pink flowers. The fruit of Redbud trees is a long, slender seed pod (legume).
Redbuds are small/medium understory trees that can grow from 20 to 30 feet. They often have a multi-stemmed growth form. They can tolerate full sun and partial sun/shade. In the spring, Redbuds produce clusters of pink flowers. The fruit of Redbud trees is a long, slender seed pod (legume).
Redbuds are small/medium understory trees that can grow from 20 to 30 feet. They often have a multi-stemmed growth form. They can tolerate full sun and partial sun/shade. In the spring, Redbuds produce clusters of pink flowers. The fruit of Redbud trees is a long, slender seed pod (legume).
Redbuds are small/medium understory trees that can grow from 20 to 30 feet. They often have a multi-stemmed growth form. They can tolerate full sun and partial sun/shade. In the spring, Redbuds produce clusters of pink flowers. The fruit of Redbud trees is a long, slender seed pod (legume).
Redbud
The Pagoda dogwood is a small understory tree that grows between 15 to 25 feet. It provides year-round interest with flowers, fruit, and autumn foliage. It is especially popular with pollinators and birds. In the summer, it produces clusters of bluish-black berries.
The Pagoda dogwood is a small understory tree that grows between 15 to 25 feet. It provides year-round interest with flowers, fruit, and autumn foliage. It is especially popular with pollinators and birds. In the summer, it produces clusters of bluish-black berries.
The Pagoda dogwood is a small understory tree that grows between 15 to 25 feet. It provides year-round interest with flowers, fruit, and autumn foliage. It is especially popular with pollinators and birds. In the summer, it produces clusters of bluish-black berries.
The Pagoda dogwood is a small understory tree that grows between 15 to 25 feet. It provides year-round interest with flowers, fruit, and autumn foliage. It is especially popular with pollinators and birds. In the summer, it produces clusters of bluish-black berries.
Pagoda Dogwood
The Shingle Oak is a large shade tree that does well in large yards or open spaces. At maturity, its maximum height can be between 50 to 60 feet. This oak can tolerate full sun to partial sun/shade. In the fall, the Shingle Oak produces small acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Shingle Oak is a large shade tree that does well in large yards or open spaces. At maturity, its maximum height can be between 50 to 60 feet. This oak can tolerate full sun to partial sun/shade. In the fall, the Shingle Oak produces small acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Shingle Oak is a large shade tree that does well in large yards or open spaces. At maturity, its maximum height can be between 50 to 60 feet. This oak can tolerate full sun to partial sun/shade. In the fall, the Shingle Oak produces small acorns once it reaches maturity.
The Shingle Oak is a large shade tree that does well in large yards or open spaces. At maturity, its maximum height can be between 50 to 60 feet. This oak can tolerate full sun to partial sun/shade. In the fall, the Shingle Oak produces small acorns once it reaches maturity.
Shingle Oak
The Allegheny Serviceberry is a small understory tree that grows to be between 15 to 25 feet. This tree prefers partial sun/shade. In the spring, it produces fragrant white flowers followed by edible purple berries.
The Allegheny Serviceberry is a small understory tree that grows to be between 15 to 25 feet. This tree prefers partial sun/shade. In the spring, it produces fragrant white flowers followed by edible purple berries.
The Allegheny Serviceberry is a small understory tree that grows to be between 15 to 25 feet. This tree prefers partial sun/shade. In the spring, it produces fragrant white flowers followed by edible purple berries.
The Allegheny Serviceberry is a small understory tree that grows to be between 15 to 25 feet. This tree prefers partial sun/shade. In the spring, it produces fragrant white flowers followed by edible purple berries.