Free trees available this fall from Imagine Grinnell

       This fall, Imagine Grinnell is offering free trees to residents in Poweshiek County. The effort is part of Imagine Grinnell’s ongoing work to strengthen the local tree canopy, support environmental sustainability, and build a greener, healthier community.
       Beginning August 4, residents in Poweshiek County were eligible to sign up for a free tree. The tree giveaway is part of Imagine Grinnell’s ongoing mission to enhance the local tree canopy, promote sustainability, and foster a healthier environment.
         Trees available this year include a diverse selection of shade trees, lower growing trees, and conifers. The varieties include:
         Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple, Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry, Eastern Redbud, Skyline Honeylocust, Chinkapin Oak, Autumn Gold Ginkgo, Princeton Elm, Espresso Kentucky Coffeetree, Hophornbeam, Wildfire Black Gum, Spring Snow Crabapple, White Pine, and Norway Spruce.

• Conifer trees (White Pine and Norway Spruce) will be available for pick up on September 12.
• The remaining shade and lower growing trees will be available for pick up on October 10.
• Those interested in fruit trees will have the opportunity to apply during spring 2026.

To sign up for a free tree, residents can:

• Complete the Google Form: https://forms.gle/GmnqSbYDmRtFQ2kCA
• Call 641-236-1562, or
• Visit the Imagine Grinnell website at imaginegrinnell.org.

       Anyone planting a tree must contact Iowa One Call at 1-800-292-8989 to locate utilities within a 20-foot radius of the planting site. Check with your town if a permit is needed to plant a tree in the right-of-way.
Plan for tree care, including consistent watering and mulching during the first few years to ensure healthy growth.
       Imagine Grinnell continues to lead efforts in replanting and sustaining the local urban forest. Community members who wish to support this initiative can make a donation at imaginegrinnell.org/support or by mailing a contribution to P.O. Box 284, Grinnell, IA 50112.
      For volunteer opportunities and updates, follow Imagine Grinnell on Facebook or visit imaginegrinnell.org.