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Edmond Life and Leisure - May 30, 2024
City’s Urban Forestry launches Edmond Legacy Trees program
Residents can nominate a tree that may qualify
Edmond’s urban forest is an important part of the community’s local heritage and to recognize and support that heritage, the City of Edmond’s Urban Forestry program is launching the Edmond Legacy Trees program to celebrate individual trees that represent special significance.
These legacy trees can be among Edmond’s largest, oldest, and most interesting trees. They stand out in the community because of their significance related to size, botanical interest, historical events, community ties, or serving as a landmark in Edmond.
Residents can nominate a tree that may qualify as an Edmond Legacy Tree. Program guidelines and the nomination form are available at edmondok.gov/legacytrees. Once a nomination has been submitted, it will be considered by the Edmond Urban Forestry Commission. Approved trees will be added to the Edmond Legacy Trees registry and interactive map.
Anyone interested in learning more about Edmond’s most significant trees can also access the interactive map through this site to view photos and details about each tree.
Residents who nominate a tree will receive a copy of the book, Forest Trees of Oklahoma, and the property owner where an Edmond Legacy Tree is approved will also receive a free, 3-gallon tree.
Edmond’s urban forest provides many environmental, health, and economic benefits, along with its cultural significance. Edmond Legacy Trees is a celebration of our local urban forest and their cultural, social and historic value. Learn more about Edmond Legacy Trees at edmondok.gov/legacytrees.
