Surrey’s $20 tree sales return this spring

Posted by ReyFort Media

Surrey, B.C. – The City of Surrey’s highly popular $20 tree sales return this spring, giving residents an affordable way to beautify their property while helping expand Surrey’s urban forest. The first online sale opens on March 3 at 9 a.m., with a pick-up date of March 29 at the Surrey Operations Centre. The second will open on April 28 with a pick-up date of May 24.

“Every tree planted strengthens our urban forest and improves the quality of life in Surrey,” said Mayor Brenda Locke. “Trees provide shade, improve air and water quality, and help reduce stormwater runoff. By offering affordable, high-quality trees for private properties, we’re helping residents contribute to a more sustainable future by making our neighbourhoods healthier and more livable.”

Since online sales began in 2020, the City has sold nearly 23,000 trees, with each sale typically selling out within hours. For the first two sales of the year, residents can choose from a variety of fruit and ornamental trees, including apple, cherry, plum, fig, dogwood, maple, and magnolia. Trees offered are selected for their popularity with residents, suitability for Surrey’s climate, and ability to support local biodiversity.

The City hosts four online tree sales each year, with 1,000 trees available per sale on a first-come, first-served basis. 

“The City’s tree sale program is a meaningful and effective way for residents to help protect and grow Surrey’s urban forest,” said Rob Landucci, urban forestry manager. “With 58 per cent of Surrey’s tree canopy on private property, homeowner participation is essential to reaching our goal of 30 per cent canopy cover by 2038.”

For more information, visit surrey.ca/treesale.