Free yard trees available for Southwest Philadelphia residents!

yellow and orange maple leaves
October 24, 2023

Hey Southwest Philadelphia neighbors! Would you like a free tree for your yard?

Register by November 7!

In partnership with TreePhilly and the ROOTS Tree Crew, sign-ups are now available to receive free trees for residents of the 19143 and 19142 zip codes. Priority for neighbors between 49th Street and 65th Street.

Trees will be available for pick-up at Connell Park, 6401 Elmwood Ave, on Saturday, November 11. 

Click here to register for a tree in 19143 or 19142.

Other details:

TreePhilly is a program of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in partnership with the Fairmount Park Conservancy.

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Biking & Walking

Stroll the Schuylkill River Trail or join us for biking!

Birds

Look up! More than 100 species of birds rely on this ecosystem.

Boating & Fishing

Enjoy all that the Tidal Schuylkill River has to offer.

Flowers, Plants & Trees

See what’s blooming, find a favorite tree, and stroll the gardens and natural lands.

Gardening

Bring the Garden home! Shop for plants or grow food, trees, and more.

History

Uncover the interconnected stories of this historic site.

Kids' Activities

Join us year-round to learn, make, share, and wonder.

Sankofa Community Farm

“Go back and get it!” Growing food sovereignty with an African Diaspora focus.

Southwest Philadelphia

Resources and opportunities especially for neighbors in Southwest Philly.

Water Quality

Find our latest data on the river’s bacteria levels and recent rainfall.

Workshops, Wellness & Culture

Enjoy upcoming workshops, self-care, and events. Are you a Southwest artist? Let’s partner!

Youth Internships

Calling Southwest students: paid internships available with the river, the farm, and the trees.