Tree Coupon Program

We are launching a Tree Coupon Program in Fall 2024! Are you interested in planting trees in your backyard? Participate in our Tree Coupon Program between September and March to get discounts on a variety of trees from participating local nurseries. This program is one of many offered by the City to increase tree canopy cover across Bellingham, expanding the many health, environmental, cultural, and economic benefits trees provide for our community while helping us reach our Climate Action Plan and upcoming Urban Forest Plan goals.

Information for nurseries and garden centers

Local nurseries and garden centers interested in participating in this new program can visit our Tree Coupon Program Application webpage to learn more and apply.

How Tree Coupons work

Anyone who wants to plant a tree on private property within the City of Bellingham or the Urban Growth Area can request and receive up to 3 Tree Coupons per planting season. You can apply for and redeem coupons during the 2024/2025 planting season between September 2024 and March 2025.

Each tree coupon is valid for up to $30 off a tree from a list of 20 select tree species. Coupons can be used at participating local nurseries. Each tree coupon can be used for only one tree, tree coupons cannot be combined. If a tree costs less than $30, including tax, the coupon covers the full cost of the tree.

A list of participating nurseries and garden centers will be shared here when confirmed. Nurseries or garden centers interested in participating can learn more on our Tree Coupon Program Application webpage.

Tree coupons can be used at participating nurseries to reduce the cost of purchasing any tree species list on the Eligible Tree List. These eligible trees were selected to provide a variety of native and non-native options, that mature at or above 20 feet in height, to maximize tree canopy cover benefits.

Who can request coupons?

Anyone who lives within Bellingham City limits (or the Urban Growth Area), is eligible to receive a coupon. A current address must be provided to receive coupons. Coupons are not transferable to another property.

How many coupons can I get?

Each household can request up to 3 tree coupons per planting season. Each coupon can only be used for one tree.

How much is a coupon worth?

Each coupon can be used to receive up to $30 off of the total cost of an eligible tree from a participating nursery. Coupons are one-time use and have no cash value. The maximum redemption value per coupon is $30 per tree. If a tree costs less than $30, any remaining balance on the coupon will be left unused.

Each coupon can only be used for one tree. Coupons cannot be combined.

I lost my coupon(s). Can I request a new one?

Unfortunately, at this time we cannot re-release your coupon. If you did not redeem your coupons this year, you can request new coupons next planting season!

Where can I redeem my coupons?

You can redeem your coupons at participating local nurseries. The list of nurseries will be shared on this page when confirmed.

Where can I plant my tree?

Trees should be planted on private property. If planted in a right-of-way, even if on your own property, an approved free Street Tree Permit is required. Please visit our Street Tree webpage for more information.

When can I apply for and redeem my coupons?

Applications for tree coupons are available and can be redeemed between September and March each year. October through March is considered the best time of year to plant trees in our area.

Which trees can I use my coupons on?

You can only use your coupons to purchase trees from the Eligible Tree List.

More Information

To receive email updates when tree coupons are available, please sign up for our Habitat News email list.

For more information, please contact habitat@cob.org.