Minnetonka is taking strides once again to ensure its title as the region with the largest tree canopy remains unchallenged. The city has announced the return of the annual tree and shrub sale, a tradition spanning two decades. According to a recent publication by the local government, through these sales, residents have procured over 21,000 trees and shrubs at a discounted rate, a testament to the community's commitment to its verdant landscape.
Here's the deal for 2025: If you're a Minnetonka denizen living under the oppressive summer heat with scanty arboreal cover, you're in luck. The city is set to open a presale exclusively for you come May 5th. This initiative exclusively targets the orange-highlighted, tree-scarce regions on the official map—a digital helper that you can access to check your eligibility.
May 12 is a date for the general populace—when the sale swings its doors wide open for all Minnetonka's residents. Those who've been eyeing the perfect spot for a new sapling in their yard should mark their calendars and prepare to green their environs. However, keep in mind the city's stipulation: all the leafy goods from this sale are destined for private property planting within Minnetonka's limits.
