Our subsidized Backyard Tree Planting Program provides homeowners with an easy and convenient way to get expert advice on beautifying their yards while simultaneously planting native trees and shrubs that are beneficial to the environment. It includes a consultation with an arborist and planting service. And it’s all available at a subsidized rate!
Tree planting has never been more important in Ajax. Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect that attacks and kills all ash trees, is wreaking havoc in communities across southern Ontario. Approximately 7 per cent of the urban forest canopy in the Town of Ajax is comprised of ash trees. Through LEAF’s program, residents can help by planting new trees of diverse species.
We’re now booking consultations for our spring planting season. If you’re an Ajax resident who is interested in getting a tree for your backyard, simply click here to find out more about the program, complete our questionnaire and we’ll give you a call to set up an appointment. One of our arborists will meet with you in your yard to assess site conditions and talk with you about what you’re looking for. We’ll then come back and plant for you, all for the low price of $150 to $220 per tree. We can also help you pick out native shrubs and garden kits to complete your yard!
On Saturday, April 25, I will be attending the Ajax Green Living Days Community Tree Planting event (Westney Leash Free Area, West side of Westney Road South, North of Clements Road). I’ll be there at the LEAF information table from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., so if you have any questions about our program or want to find out more, feel free to drop by and say hello!
The program expansion is made possible through funding from our amazing supporters: The Town of Ajax, Durham Region, Toronto and Region Conservation and Ontario Power Generation!
Melissa Williams is LEAF's Residential Planting Programs Manager.