Pollinator Pathways Program

Casey Trees, in partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, is installing free trees and native plant gardens over the next three years for DC homeowners within specific urban wildlife corridors around the Anacostia River, and east of Rock Creek Park. These native trees and plants will help pollinators like butterflies and birds navigate our city while they travel between larger parks and natural areas.

If your yard has open space to plant and is eligible, it could become a vital link in DC's pollinator corridors. Visit our main page to learn more about the program and eligibility requirements: caseytrees.org/pathways

Complete the application below to schedule a site visit and consultation.

Check Eligibility

The Pollinator Pathways program is only available for certain addresses and areas in Washington, DC. These addresses have been carefully selected as wildlife corridors through our urban environment.

Check our eligibility map or enter your address below to see if your address is eligible.

Your Address:

If your address appears in the list here, it is eligible for the Pollinator Pathways program.

If your address is not eligible, you can still beautify your yard and make an impact! Casey Trees provides free trees to all DC residents, and installs ecological gardens at competitive rates in DC, MD, and VA.

Contact Information

First Name:

Last Name:

Email:

Mobile Phone:

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Street Address:

City:

State:

ZIP Code:

If you selected Other, please explain:

Planting Information

Is the address where you would like our garden services the same as your mailing address (same address listed above)?

Enter the service address:

Street Address:

City:

State:

ZIP Code:

Property type:

Is this inquiry on behalf of a business or organization?

Name of business or organization:

Are you interested in native trees, a garden, or both?

Trees and gardenGarden onlyTrees only

Approximate square footage of garden area, if known:

Enter the number only. Garden areas of at least 100 sq feet are prioritized.

Are there existing plants (excluding grass/turf) in the planting area?

Yes, and I want to keep some or all of the existing plants.Yes, but I want to remove all of the existing plants.No, there is only grass/turf or mulched areas that are ready for planting.

Are you the property owner with the authority to approve a planting at this site? For example, the area is not in the public right-of-way (i.e., the area between the sidewalk and the street) and you are an authorized decision‑maker for this address.

Yes, I confirm I am the property owner and have authority to approve planting at this address.We cannot plant in the right-of-way (i.e. the area between the sidewalk and street).

Does the planting area have access to a nearby outdoor water spigot and hose?

Yes, I confirm the planting area has a nearby outdoor water spigot and hose.Native gardens and trees need to be watered regularly to establish and thrive. Without easy access to water, your address is not an ideal candidate for this free program.

Do you acknowledge that your new garden will require regular care for the first two growing seasons after planting?

Yes, I acknowledge and agree to regularly care for the first two growing seasons.Caring for your garden includes weekly watering and monthly weeding, especially in the summer, while the plants establish.

Please describe the space to be planted and anything else you'd like to let us know:

Please attach up to 2 photos of the project area and/or property:

This will help us in the planning process before a site visit.

Please describe the garden you're envisioning, and any other work you would like done (watering, mulching, planting new trees, etc.):

Upload any helpful pictures or documents:

You can upload a picture of tree(s), planting site, location, etc.

After submitting this form, a Casey Trees representative will review your application to confirm your yard is eligible and will reach out to let you know whether your yard has been accepted into the program. Please allow up to 1 month before following up on your submission. Thank you.

Note that although your consultation may occur this season, your planting may not occur until the following planting season. For example, if you are applying in spring, your consult may occur in spring, but your planting may not occur until the fall.

A copy of your response will be sent to the email you provided. If you have any questions about your request, please email friends@caseytrees.org.