Exciting Opportunity for Bella Vista Residents: Free Tree and Shrub Giveaway
Homeowners in Bella Vista are getting ready to turn their outdoor spaces into a lush oasis courtesy of the city’s upcoming tree and shrub giveaway. This highly anticipated event is set to commence on October 12 at the Bella Vista Fire Training Center and promises to bring a touch of nature to numerous homes across the community.
Registration for this opportunity will kick off on September 20, and it’s essential for residents to mark their calendars and sign up in advance to ensure they can reserve their preferred plant. With a diverse range of species available, including sugar maple, indigo bush, and white flowering dogwood, participants are sure to find the perfect addition to their gardens.
The giveaway is part of a broader regional project aimed at enhancing the local tree canopy. This collaborative effort, spearheaded by Foresting the Future and Compton Gardens and Arboretum, promises to have a lasting impact on the area’s ecosystem. City planner Cassi Lapp emphasized that advanced registration is required for each household to secure a single tree or shrub, ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in this environmentally friendly initiative.
Species Available to Residents
- Sugar maple
- Indigo bush
- Common sweetshrub or Carolina allspice
- White flowering dogwood
- Witch hazel
- Cucumber tree
- Fragrant sumac
By taking advantage of this offer, residents of Bella Vista are not only beautifying their properties but are also contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally conscious community.
