Tree planting

We plant new trees between October and March. These usually replace trees that had to be removed.

During a long dry spell we always welcome your help in watering new trees. If a tree dies within the first year it will be replaced in the next planting season.

You can request for a tree to be planted on council land. We will check if this is possible and get in touch to let you know.

Requesting a memorial tree in a park or open space

We accept requests for memorial trees.

If your request is for a memorial tree in a park or open space, submit your request on the Treemembrance site.

For all other memorial tree requests, use the tree-planting map on this page to submit your request.

We are not able to add plaques to or near trees, as the plaque may get damaged.

How to request tree planting

If you want to track progress on your request, you can log in to, or register for a BRUM account.

1. Start your request

Look at the map to begin.

The map will show a 2-mile area around Birmingham city centre by default.

2. Find and plot the location

There are 2 ways to find the location.

1. Use the "Search for a place" box
   Type a postcode or road name in the search box.
   If you know the property number, include it too.
2. Manual search
   Explore the map and zoom in to mark the location.
   On the left side of the map, you will find the tools:
   • Zoom buttons. Use the plus and minus buttons to zoom in and out.
     Mobile users can also pinch to zoom.
   • Find my location circle. Use this to zoom to where you are right now
   To move around the map, click or tap and drag.

Click or tap the map to plot the location. A marker will appear.

3. Submit your request

Once you have plotted the location on the map, select "Submit new enquiry" to start the form.

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Page last updated: 14 May 2024