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1. Buy a tree, get a rebate

We have expanded the Get Shady Program to include the option of buying a tree of your choice, planting it in your yard, and then seeking a reimbursement through Council of up to $100 (total for up to 2 trees per property).

This is a great option for those who want a shady tree and have a specific tree in mind for their yard, such as fruit trees.

As long as the tree type will reach at least 4m when mature and will provide adequate shade it’s eligible for the rebate. For more information on the new Get Shady tree rebate visit our website. You can also check out the ‘Tree planting tutorial’ video in the tab below for tips on planting your tree once you purchase it.

2. Get a free tree

Native tree giveaway

We're providing FREE native trees your yard! Small native trees can be collected on Saturday 14 June at the Parks Library.

In addition to the rebate, Council will be offering free trees to residents through a giveaway event at the Parks Library in June 2025. There will be 300 native trees and large shrubs to giveaway to residents to plant in their own yards. For more information and to register for the giveaway please visit the event page on our website.

Council has set an ambitious tree canopy target of an increase of 35% by 2050. To achieve this target Council is committed to planting 3000+ new trees in our streets and reserves per year and encouraging private land owners to plant 500 new trees on private land per year.

Trees cool and shade our homes and buildings reducing electricity bills, increasing property value, provide habitat for wildlife, and are our best way of adapting to the impacts of climate change. Our urban areas are becoming hotter and drier due to a changing climate and higher density development. More trees are being removed from private land than public. This leaves many streets and suburbs vulnerable to impacts from increased heat during summer months. The ‘Get Shady’ Project was established as an incentive program to increase tree planting on private land.

Since 2022, through the Get Shady program we have given away 750 free advanced (1m high) trees to residents to plant on their land.

Explore the interactive map below to see the number of trees planted across our City since 2022.

If you are looking to make a tree related service request (e.g. to report a fallen tree or request a street tree replacement) please visit the City of PAE website.

Tree Map

Where are Get Shady trees located?

Video

Tree planting tutorial

We have made this tree planting information sheet and tree planting tutorial video to demonstrate how to plant your new tree to give it the best chance to flourish in your yard for years to come. The best time for planting in Adelaide is during our cooler autumn and winter months, and after our first rains, usually May through to August. This will allow your tree to establish with the help of natural winter rain. Happy planting!

Tree Species

Choosing a tree species for your property

With the new Get Shady Tree rebate you can now choose your own tree to plant on your property and receive a reimbursement of up to $100 from us!

As long as the tree type will reach at least 4m when mature and will provide adequate shade it’s eligible for the rebate.

You can receive a total rebate of up to $100 for up to 2 trees per property (see terms and conditions).

There are lots of tree species to choose from, take a look at the varieties we've had available in previous years to get some inspiration for your yard.

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Email consultation@cityofpae.sa.gov.au
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