The City Golden Valley and Tree Trust are partnering to bring low cost trees to residents of Golden Valley. Please fill out this form to be entered into the lottery for the chance to purchase a tree! Check out the Trees tab above for more information on tree species that are available.

Here are the Details:

  • The lottery will be open February 3rd at 8:00 a.m. to February 21st at 4:00 p.m., individuals will be selected randomly for the chance to purchase a discounted tree. Selected individuals will be notified by email February 24th.
  • Ordering opens February 25th at 8:00 a.m. and will close May 1st at 4:00 p.m. Trees are $80 each. You may purchase 1 tree per Golden Valley address. Trees must be planted in Golden Valley.
  • Read the FAQs before proceeding, to learn how the sale works and related policies.
  • Please set up a Shopify customer ACCOUNT which will be required for purchasing in the sale.
  • The trees will be available for pick up on May 15th, 2025 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and May 16th 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Lions Park, 151 Louisiana Ave N, Golden Valley, MN 55427.
  • These trees do not come with a warranty. There are no refunds for trees that are not picked up during the designated time frame or for trees that die following removal from the pickup site 
  • Trees purchased through this sale MUST be planted on private property. 
  • Please contact us (651-358-0488) if you would prefer to arrange for payment by check. 

    • Things to consider:

  • Large shade trees should be planted at least 15 feet from power lines and/or buildings.
  • Save money on energy by planting large shade trees on the east or west side of your home.
  • Evergreen trees are about 3-4 feet tall; Shade trees are about 5-8 feet tall.
  • Trees weigh approximately 20-40 pounds, volunteers will help load the tree in your vehicle.
  • For more information, contact Tree Trust’s Community Forestry Department at 651-358-0488 or city_trees@treetrust.org.

    • Environmental Justice Priority Zones:

    Environmental Justice Priority Zones are areas affected by environmental injustices as determined by the City's Environmental Commission and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission. In an effort to add tree canopy cover to these areas, addresses within Environmental Justice Priority Zones (green on the map) will be able to purchase trees at $40 per tree. Those that qualify and are selected will be notified if they are to receive the discounted price.