Pre-Visit Questionnaire

If you would like to request a backyard consultation, please complete and submit this form. LEAF never shares contact information with any other parties unless permission is given regarding reporting permit replants. Your personal information is used in order to process your order and to improve our program.

First Name: *

Last Name: *

Address:

City: *

Postal Code:

Home phone:

Cell phone:

Work phone:

Email address: *

Nearest major intersection.:

How did you find out about LEAF?:

Have you participated in any LEAF programs before?:

I have ordered trees or shrubs through LEAF before

I have attended a LEAF workshop or event

I have attended a guided Tree Tour

I have participated in the Tree Tenders Training Program

I have volunteered with LEAF

To improve our service we are making some of our resources available in other languages. Is English your first language?:

yes

no

If not, what is your first language?:

Please check each box to indicate you understand the following:

1. LEAF is a not-for-profit organization. This is a funded program that you will be participating in so it works slightly differently than a private business or nursery might.

2. The price that you pay ranges from about $150 to $220 per tree. This includes a site consultation in your yard with a certified arborist, the tree itself, delivery and planting. The full value of the service is about $300 to $400 and the difference is paid by our funding partners.

3. Trees are planted in backyards only within the City of Toronto, Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Aurora and Newmarket.

4. Trees when planted are still quite young – 5 to 9 feet in height and approx. one inch in diameter. Evergreen trees are 2 to 3 feet in height.

5. There is a $75 charge for the consultation ($84.75 with HST). If you order a tree(s) (excluding cedars), this charge will be applied to the cost of your order. If you decide to order only shrubs, you must pay the full consultation fee PLUS the cost of your order.

6. Planting will happen throughout April-June for Spring and September-November for Fall.

7. We do not book appointments or take scheduling requests for planting. You will be notified a day or two in advance of the date of planting, but we cannot give you a time of day. You don’t have to be home, but we will need full access to your yard at our convenience.

8. We do not offer a “no questions asked” guarantee like a nursery might since we do not build this into the price you pay. If no leaves appear on your tree in the first season after it is planted we will replace it.

9. We will contact you to participate in program evaluation surveys and may contact you to visit your tree for a follow-up evaluation.

10. Consultations are valid for a tree planted in the current planting season. Deferring your order to a later planting season is at the discretion of LEAF.

Please check each box to indicate that you understand trees will be planted a minimum of:

a. 3 feet from property lines or fences

b. 8 feet from hard surfaces (paving, interlocking, decks)

c. 10 feet from buildings with foundations

d. 20 feet from existing trees (or more depending on species)

e. 7 to 10 feet from stumps

f. medium trees require at least 15 x 15 feet of soft ground surface (free of paving, stone, interlocking, etc.) - large trees may require more

g. If you do not meet these space requirements, LEAF offers a variety of hardy shrubs and small trees available for delivery or planting

Are you the owner of the property? If not, please explain.:

Are you planting a new tree to replace an ash tree lost to emerald ash borer infestation in your yard or neighbourhood?: - None -yesno

Are you planting a new tree as a condition of a tree removal permit from the City of Toronto?:

Yes (provide details in the fields below)

No

Enter species and size you are required to plant::

Explain reason for removal::

What is the species and approximate size of the tree that was removed?:

Who is your permit officer?:

Check this box if you would like LEAF to inform the City of Toronto's Urban Forestry office when we have planted your tree.:

I give LEAF permission to send my name, address and species planted to staff of the City of Toronto's Urban Forestry Department upon completion of planting

Select your top 3 reasons for wanting a tree.:

aesthetics

shade

privacy

wildlife habitat

to help the environment

energy conservation/save money

increase property value

requirement

What characteristics are you looking for in a tree?:

What height do you want your tree to reach at maturity?:

small (under 25 feet)

medium (25-35 feet)

large (over 35 feet)

Please add any comments on the type of tree you want.:

How often do you plan to water your new tree?:

Never

Occasionally

1 to 3 times per week

More than 3 times per week

How much direct sunlight does the location you want to plant get?:

full sun (6 hours or more)

part sun (2 to 6 hours)

shade (2 hours direct sun, or dappled shade all day)

unsure

Please estimate the size of your backyard that is available for planting (exclude garage, deck, etc).:

What type of soil do you have in your yard?: - None -claysandyloam (mixture of clay and sand)compact, densewet, often have standing waterunsure

Are there existing trees in your yard or neighbouring yards? If so, please describe size and type if known.:

Do you need to do any work in your yard before the tree is planted?:

Are you planning any construction or major landscaping in the future? If so, please explain.:

Do you have any buried cables or lines in your backyard? (irrigation, lighting, etc.).:

How would you rate your knowledge of tree planting and care?:

None

Some

Intermediate

Advanced

Is your home:

fully attached (We will need access to your yard through a back alley)

semi-detached

fully detached

How will our planting team access your backyard? (select all that apply):

Open access - no fence etc

Gate - no lock

Regularly locked gate

Other - specify below

Front of house

Side of house

Back Alley

Enter additional access information::

Is your home heated by:

gas (forced-air)

gas (hot water radiators)

oil

Electric

other

What kind of air conditioning do you have?:

None

Central

Window

Portable

Are you interested in:

one tree

more than one tree

shrubs only

trees and shrubs

unsure

Would you purchase any trees or shrubs that are not native to your region?:

No, I would only purchase native trees and shrubs

Yes, but I specifically purchase some native trees and shrubs

Yes, I do not care if my trees and shrubs are native

I do not know what 'native' means

Rate the priority of planting your tree(s) to maximize energy conservation in cooling needs for your home.:

Highest priority

One of the top priorities

A small priority

Not a priority

Please check each box to indicate you understand the following:

1. You will need to water regularly for the first two years after planting – this means two to three times per week with the hose on a very slow trickle for approximately 15 minutes.

2. Full payment is required for all orders at the time of the site visit – cash, cheque, VISA or Mastercard

3. We require 48 hours notice for change of appointment times or cancellation of site visits. Otherwise, a $40 fee applies.

4. If an order is placed and then canceled after the site visit is complete, we will keep $75 for consultation fee + 25% of cost of your order and refund you the rest.

5. Any work that needs to be done before planting as agreed upon at your site consultation MUST be completed by March 31st for spring plantings or August 31st for fall plantings. If work is not completed you may be subject to cancellation fees.

LEAF can provide a customized information package. Check all items you would like to receive information on:

Free street tree planting through city (Toronto only - Does not apply to York Region)

Organic lawn care

Habitat creation

Home energy efficiency

Good and bad insects

Local Environmental Information Package (may include city programs, event calendars, etc.)

How long would you be willing to place a lawn sign in your front yard indicating your participation in the program?:

Never

2-4 weeks

4-8 weeks

2-4 months

4-8 months

As long as needed

Please outline your availability for a consultation (weekdays, weekends only, time restrictions, etc.).:

Comments or additional information.:

Sign up for LEAF's email updates to receive our newsletter and event information.:

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No, thanks!

I acknowledge that I have read and agree with LEAF's Privacy Policy.: *

yes

Would you like to receive our BYTP Client Online Gazette (semi-annual ) - Tree care tips, new species profiles and more!:

Yes, Please!

No, Thanks!

Will you require any assistance at the consultation?: