Trees are a vital part of the resilient landscapes Metro Blooms creates with communities. In North Minneapolis, where the loss of ash trees from emerald ash borer has significantly reduced tree canopy, Metro Blooms works alongside residents to remove condemned trees and plant new ones for the future. These projects focus on neighborhoods that have experienced long-standing environmental inequities and where the costs of tree removal and replacement can be a major barrier for homeowners.
Through community-centered tree removal and planting projects, residents help shape the future of their urban forest. Homeowners are supported in selecting the right tree for their space—often native and climate-adapted species—while learning about planting and long-term care. Each tree planted rebuilds a healthier, more diverse canopy that will provide benefits for decades to come!