On Saturday May 10th, the Hintonburg Community Association (HCA) hosted a wonderful spring tree give-away in partnership with CAFES Ottawa and the Hintonburg Community Centre. With one of the lowest canopy cover percentages of Ottawa's urban neighbourhoods, the HCA successfully distributed 80 free tree saplings to residents living directly in the Hintonburg neighbourhood for planting on private property.
The trees given out were entirely native to this region, and came in either 2 gallon pots or bare-root. Planting instructions were given out with each tree to guide recipients on best planting practices. Species included Yellow and Grey Birch, Maple, Pussy Willow, Red and White Oak, Red Osier Dogwood, White Cedar, White Spruce and Pin Cherry.
The HCA is continuing to work with recipients to ensure the trees have the best chance at survival. Please feel free to contact freespringtree@gmail.com is you have any questions, and visit the link here for a great resource on tree care.
Thanks to everyone who participated in this fantastic initiative to grow the neighbourhood's canopy!
