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Every tree planted in Raleigh makes a difference, including the trees you plant at home, at your business, or in your community.
Raleigh has a goal of 24,000 trees planted by 2032, and we need your help tracking the trees being planted across the city. If you plant a tree within Raleigh city limits, tell us about it so we can count it toward our goal.
Does My Tree Count?
Yes! Trees planted on private property count toward Raleigh's 24,000-tree goal.
- Planted a tree in your backyard? It counts.
- Added three trees at your business? They count.
- Planted trees as part of a neighborhood or community project? Those count, too.
Whether you plant one tree or ten, tell us about each one.
Plant one. Count one. Count Your Tree
Why Count Your Tree?
Trees provide shade, support wildlife, help manage stormwater, and contribute to healthier, more resilient communities.
By telling us about the trees you plant, you help Raleigh track tree planting across our community and measure our collective progress toward 24,000 trees planted by 2032.
See Our Progress
Every tree reported helps us track Raleigh’s progress toward 24,000 trees planted by 2032. See how many trees have been counted and watch our community get closer to the goal.
View the Every Tree Counts Dashboard
Ready to Plant?
Choosing the right tree for the right location and planting it properly can help your tree thrive for years to come.
Coming Soon: Explore Our Tree Planting Guide
Planting and selecting a tree
- City of Raleigh Tree Planting
Information and guidance from Raleigh's Urban Forestry Program. - How to Plant a Tree – Arbor Day Foundation
Step-by-step guidance for properly planting a tree. - Planning, Selection and Location – Arbor Day Foundation
Tips for choosing the right tree and the right place to plant it. - NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox
Explore information about trees native to North Carolina. - Invasive Exotic Species List
Learn which invasive species to avoid.
Planting a street tree
Interested in planting a tree in the public right-of-way in front of your property or elsewhere in your neighborhood? Submit a request to Raleigh Urban Forestry and let us know you are interested in planting a street tree. Urban Forestry staff will contact you to discuss your location and planting options.
Volunteer with Raleigh
Want to help plant trees in the community? Explore volunteer opportunities with Raleigh Parks.
Leaf Out
Every Tree Counts supports the goals of Leaf Out, Raleigh's broader effort to increase tree planting and grow the city's tree canopy.
Community Tree Organizations
Several local organizations are actively involved in tree planting, education, and advocacy in Raleigh and the surrounding community. Explore their programs and opportunities to learn more about planting trees on private property and getting involved in community tree efforts.