Tree Giveaways

Introducing One, Two, Tree! It only takes one person to plant a tree in their garden. We need more trees to be planted on private land to increase our tree population. Together, we can increase canopy cover in Hobsons Bay and create cooler, greener suburbs, with cleaner air and healthier communities. 

Watch our series of short videos to learn more about:

Please note: the creation of the One, Two, Tree campaign has been led by Mooney Valley Council and is being jointly promoted by multiple councils in the west of Melbourne. A couple of the videos include information specifically about the Mooney Valley Shire trees, however, it is equally relevant to Hobsons Bay's trees.  

  1. Introducing One Two Tree
  2. How trees keep us healthy
  3. How trees reduce electricity bills
  4. Every tree makes a difference
  5. Trees that bring birds to your yard
  6. Solar panels and trees
  7. Street trees
  8. Top trees to plant in big yards
  9. Top trees to plant in small yards
  10. How to plant a tree

Top 10 trees to plant in the west

Here is a list of top 10 trees for small, medium and large yards. With a range of suggestions including natives and ornamentals, there's sure to be something that will suit your garden and taste.

Top 10 tree species to plant in small, medium and large size gardens in the west(PDF, 7MB)

Start with our suggestions but do your own research and speak with your local nursery.

Tree Giveaways

Tree giveaways are a fantastic way for the community and Council to work together to help grow our urban forest. An increased canopy is effective in reducing urban heat and mitigating the urban heat island effect. A generous urban tree canopy that cools the city is crucial to improving community health and wellbeing. 

We giveaway tree seedlings regularly at council and community events. We provide a variety of backyard friendly trees and shrubs in small to medium sizes. Or you can sign up to receive a slightly more advanced tree to plant in your garden this winter. 

Upcoming tree giveaways

Check back later for new dates

 

Claim a free tree 

The next round of the online tree giveaways will take place in Winter 2026. Fill in the form below to express your interest and keep an eye out for our email update.  

How to claim a free tree

  1. Fill out the below form.
  2. Wait for our email with information about how and when to collect your tree. 
    • You will receive information on how to book the tree that you'd like. 
    • You will be able to choose between two date options to collect your tree from our Depot in Altona. 
  3. Attend the collection day and take home your tree. 

Please note:

  • Free trees are intended for Hobsons Bay residents to plant within our municipality.
  • Only one tree per household can be claimed. 
  • Tree giveaways will be carried out in the cooler months of the year (Winter/Spring), when it's the best time for planting in your garden. 
  • Trees will be supplied in 14cm-20cm diameter pot sizes. 
  • Species usually include a variety of small, medium and large, native and exotic trees that are backyard friendly. Sometimes we have a small amount of fruit trees available. However, the main purpose of this program is to increase tree canopy. Species are chosen to support this priority. 

 

 

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