Residents in Shoreline have a unique opportunity to green their properties with a civic-minded perk courtesy of the city's Communi-trees program. This initiative is reaching out to individuals, schools, churches, and businesses with an offer of a free tree, extending its shade and splendor without charge. With environmental and aesthetic benefits in the balance, the program is a gesture towards a greener community.
Each property has the chance to receive a single tree which includes not just the sapling, but the full circle of its needs: the right tree for the specific location, supplies for planting, hands-on training for planting and care, and support as the tree grows—all this available until August 31st as reported by the official City of Shoreline website. Participants aiming to grow a larger forest may be in luck — they could qualify for multiple plantings if they attend a site visit.
Tree selection isn’t random — it’s carefully guided by experts from the King Conservation District. Staff will visit the proposed planting site, assess the conditions, and recommend the most suitable native species. The service is free, but spots are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, so early registration is encouraged.
Shoreline residents are urged to act quickly to take advantage of this green opportunity — sign-ups are open now through midnight on August 31, according to shorelinewa.gov. For those looking to reconnect with the land, this program offers a meaningful step. Planting a single tree can help support wildlife, improve air quality, and restore the urban landscape, one patch of green at a time.
