Florida Tree City USA

Sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, the Tree City USA program recognizes cities, counties and military bases that conduct a continuously active tree management program. 

Tree City USA Standards

To achieve Tree City USA status, cities must meet four standards of sound urban forestry management. These are:

• Maintaining a tree board or department
• Having a tree care ordinance
• Spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry and
• Celebrating Arbor Day

How to Apply 

Existing Tree City USA communities must apply for recertification each year by December 31.

New applicants can apply for certification and existing Tree Cities can apply for recertification using the Arbor Day Foundation's online application form.

Tree City USA Growth Award

For those who go above and beyond the call of duty, there is the Tree City USA Growth Award. The Growth Award highlights innovative programs and projects as well as increased commitment of resources for urban forestry. 

Learn more about the Tree City USA Growth Award.

Tree Campus Higher Education

The Tree Campus Higher Education program encourages college students and faculty members to become actively engaged in tree management on their campuses. This involves not only the planting and care of trees, but also a conscientious effort to educate both the student body and the surrounding community about the benefits that trees provide. 

Learn more about Tree Campus Higher Education.