The Original Living Christmas Tree Company is a nonprofit that delivers living potted Christmas trees for holiday rental. A little after New Year’s, workers pick them up and deliver them to parks, schools and other institutions that pay $10 to have a tree planted on their property. Customers can choose from Douglas fir, Fraser fir, Nordman fir, Balsam fir, Serbian spruce and Scotch pine, which are selected from local nurseries.
If interested go the The Original Living Christmas Tree Company
Portland Parks & Recreation started the Ainsworth Linear Arboretum four years ago with the idea of showcasing unique varieties of trees in an urban setting. This is a great way to learn about our neighborhood and decide on what tree you may want to order from Friends of Trees. To register for this free walk or to get a map, call (503)823-1650.
Sunday, October 11th, 12:30 – 2 P.M.
United Church of Christ,
2927 NE Ainsworth
WHY GET A TREE?
•Trees increase the value of a home up to 21% more than the same house without trees
• Trees can keep a home up to 20° cooler in the summer
• Trees improve air quality
•“Green Streets” have lower crime rates
• Trees provide privacy and help muffle noise
WHAT WILL I GET?
Your choice of a City-approved tree for your planting strip for $40 or yard for $70 per tree! All participants are asked to help plant trees on planting day, or volunteer in some other capacity. You will get a tree between 1.25 and 2 inches in diameter [6-14 feet tall!].
Visit http://www.friendsoftrees.org to create an account online and search the neighborhood tree database for more information!
Deadline to create an online account: December 22, 2009
Questions: contact Jordan at (503) 522-1561, concordiatrees@yahoo.com