Treesburg is a Town‑wide initiative led by Leesburg’s Tree Commission and Urban Forestry Program, designed to expand the Town’s urban tree canopy by increasing tree planting on residential property. As part of this effort, the Tree Commission hosts biannual tree giveaway events each spring and fall, where residents can pick up a free native tree along with expert planting and care guidance.

Participants are encouraged to add their new trees — whether acquired as part of a tree giveaway or purchased elsewhere — to an interactive GIS map. This tool allows residents to track the growth of their own trees while also exploring new plantings across town. The map helps the Town monitor canopy expansion efforts and highlights the important role private property plays in growing Leesburg’s urban forest.

Map your tree here:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/38e2af0617c24f4d953936f329273811

Treesburg Spring Tree Giveaway – May 2, 2026 at Ida Lee Park!

The Town of Leesburg’s Treesburg Initiative is excited to announce our Spring Tree Giveaway on Saturday, May 2, 2026, 9am-1pm at Ida Lee Park event parking lot. This community event is part of our ongoing effort to expand and enrich Leesburg’s urban tree canopy—one yard at a time!

Leesburg residents are invited to receive a FREE native tree to plant at home. Trees are available while supplies last, and early arrival is encouraged.

🌳 Event Highlights

• Free native trees for Leesburg residents
• Tree experts on-site to provide planting and tree care guidance
• Learn how to map your tree and support community-wide canopy goals

🌱 Tree Species Available
A selection of locally appropriate, climate-resilient native species will be offered, including:

• Acer saccharum (Sugar Maple)
• Betula nigra (River Birch) 
• Cercis canadensis (Eastern Redbud)
• Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam)
• Carya glabra (Pignut Hickory)
• Diospyros virginiana (American Persimmon)
• Ilex opaca (American Holly)
• Quercus alba (White Oak)
• Quercus phellos(Willow Oak)
• Viburnum prunifolium (Blackhaw)

Whether you’re looking to add shade, support pollinators, or enhance wildlife habitat, The Town Tree Commission and Urban Forestry staff will help you select the right tree for your space.

Don’t forget to update your tree map each year to track your tree’s growth and be part of our community’s greener future! https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/38e2af0617c24f4d953936f329273811

How to Participate:

Want to help grow Leesburg's tree canopy and create Virginia's greenest community?

Follow these steps:

1.) Plant a tree! Follow these simple steps for caring for your seedling or visit the Arbor Day Foundation's tree planting guide.

2.) Show us where you're planting your tree. Scan the QR code or click here:  https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/38e2af0617c24f4d953936f329273811

3.) Tell us what you planted and upload a photo

That's it!  Your newly planted tree will show up on the Town's GIS map along with countless trees from your neighbors. Each year on or around Arbor Day, snap a new photo, scan the QR code again and upload the latest picture of the tree.  

Trees will be distributed annually by the Leesburg Tree Commission and partners at the Flower and Garden Festival and at Treesburg events. Please remember to enter your tree planting on the GIS map!

Remember, planting a tree is not the end of the relationship.  Studies have shown that a weekly watering for the first 2 growing seasons gives a new tree significantly greater chance of survival. So please water your new tree often.