2nd Annual Tree Sale


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City residents are invited to purchase a maximum of two trees through the MyRichmond online portal from Monday, August 28 through Friday, September 22, 2023.

Sales will be limited to two trees per Richmond household at a cost of $10 each

The trees, which are nursery-grown quality stock, will be sold in 5-gallon sized pots and will range in size from 3 to 6 feet tall. The following trees will be available for purchase:

Serviceberry200 Serviceberry
SOLD OUT
(Amelanchier alnifolia) 		Shore Pine100 shore pine
(Pinus contorta) 		Paper Birch200 paper birch
(Betula papyrifera) 		Garry Oak100 Garry oak
(Quercus garryana)
Oregon Ash150 Oregon ash
(Fraxinus latifolia) 		Sitka Willow50 Sitka willow
(Salix sitchensis) 		Assorted apples123 assorted apples
SOLD OUT
(M. domestica) 		Assorted cherries77 assorted cherries
SOLD OUT
(Prunus sp.)

When selecting a tree from the registration page, you will be directed to select a 90-minute time slot to pick up your tree at the City of Richmond Works Yard (5599 Lynas Lane). In order to administer tree sales safely and effectively, choose from one of three time slots for pick up.

Note: Availability of time slots is based on a first come, first served basis. If you're interested in purchasing two trees of the same species, register for two separate time slots. You can then pick up both trees during either of the chosen time slots, as a convenience.

For photos and more detailed information on the trees available for purchase, review the 2023 Tree Species pamphlet.

How to Purchase a Tree

Residents interested in purchasing a tree will need a MyRichmond Account. If you do not have a MyRichmond account, register for one here. For more information or assistance registering for a MyRichmond account, contact the Registration Call Centre at 604-276-4300, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Residents with a MyRichmond Account can purchase a tree by visiting the Plant Sales Registration page. If you have questions about purchasing a tree, contact a program administrator at 604-204-8902, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Picking Up Your Tree

Trees will be available for pick up at the City of Richmond Works Yard (5599 Lynas Lane) on Saturday, September 23. In order to receive a tree, you must provide a copy of your registration confirmation or receipt (digital or printed copy) as well as a piece of identification with the same name you registered under and your Richmond address.

It's important that your vehicle is prepared to transport the tree. Trees range in size from 3 to 6 feet tall and are in 5-gallon pots, which can be accommodated in most regular vehicles. In order to prevent soil from spilling in your vehicle, it is recommended that you bring a towel or tarp to contain the tree.

City staff will be on-site distributing the trees and will provide a tree-planting brochure specifically for the species purchased, advice about planting your tree, where to find additional supplies at local garden centres and respond to any tree-planting related questions. The event will proceed rain or shine.

NOTE: You will only be able to pick-up your tree on Saturday, September 23 during your registered time. Residents who do not come during their registration time will not receive a tree.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: If I can’t come during my registered time, can someone pick-up my tree?
A: Yes, as long as they provide a copy of your registration confirmation or receipt (digital or printed copy) as well as a piece of identification with your name and address.

Q: If I have multiple family members registered under MyRichmond account can I purchase a tree for each person?
A: No, trees are limited to two trees per address.

Q: Can I hold a tree for pick-up at a later date?
A: No, trees are only available for pick-up during your registered time.

Q: I would like to purchase a tree, but I don’t have the ability to access the program online. Is there another way I can purchase a tree?
A: Yes, you can contact a program administrator at 604-204-8902, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm for assistance.

For more information about this program, email parksprograms@richmond.ca or call 604-247-4453.

Program (Tree Name) Pick-up Time Event ID #
Assorted apples (M. Domestica) 10:00 – 11:30am SOLD OUT
Assorted apples (M. Domestica) 11:30am – 1:00pm SOLD OUT
Assorted apples (M. Domestica) 1:00 – 2:30pm SOLD OUT
Assorted fruiting cherries (Prunus sp.) 10:00 – 11:30am SOLD OUT
Assorted fruiting cherries (Prunus sp.) 11:30am – 1:00pm SOLD OUT
Assorted fruiting cherries (Prunus sp.) 1:00 – 2:30pm SOLD OUT
Garry Oak (Quercus garryana) 10:00 – 11:30am 264990
Garry Oak (Quercus garryana) 11:30am – 1:00pm 264992
Garry Oak (Quercus garryana) 1:00 – 2:30pm 264994
Oregon ash (Fraxinus latifolia) 10:00 – 11:30am 264999
Oregon ash (Fraxinus latifolia) 11:30am – 1:00pm 265001
Oregon ash (Fraxinus latifolia) 1:00 – 2:30pm 265004
Paper birch (Betula papyrifera) 10:00 – 11:30am 264963
Paper birch (Betula papyrifera) 11:30am – 1:00pm 264984
Paper birch (Betula papyrifera) 1:00 – 2:30pm 264987
Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia) 10:00 – 11:30am SOLD OUT
Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia) 11:30am – 1:00pm SOLD OUT
Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia) 1:00 – 2:30pm SOLD OUT
Shore pine (Pinus contorta) 10:00 – 11:30am 264955
Shore pine (Pinus contorta) 11:30am – 1:00pm 264957
Shore pine (Pinus contorta) 1:00 – 2:30pm 264959
Sitka willow (Salix sitchensis) 10:00 – 11:30am 265114
Sitka willow (Salix sitchensis) 11:30am – 1:00pm 265119
Sitka willow (Salix sitchensis) 1:00 – 2:30pm 265123