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.
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.
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!
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.
Acacia melanoxylon
A large, attractive, shade tree with dark brown wood. A hard tree with many pale yellow flowers in cluster from late winder to early spring.
Not suitable for narrow streetscapes, under power lines or close to pipes or drains.
Height: 7-18m
Canopy spread: 4-10m
Jacaranda mimosifolia
*Non-native (South America)
Medium to large tree. An elegant sub-tropical tree that produces clusters of fragrant purple flowers in summer. An excellent choice for providing shade with its dense fern-like leaves. A common street tree in Adelaide.
Height: 8-10m
Canopy spread: 8-10m
Banksia integrifolia
Medium-large tree suited to coastal areas and sandy soils. It is fast growing, distinctive for its size, long green leaves with a silver underside and iconic gold flower spikes.
Not suitable for narrow streetscapes, under power lines or close to pipes or drains.
Height: 7-15m
Canopy spread:5-10mTristaniopsis laurina
Medium tree (between 5m-11m)
A popular, low-maintenance shade tree for gardens with smooth, light grey bark and large, lush, deep green leaves. Scented yellow flowers in summer can attract birds and butterflies.
Height: 6-8m
Canopy spread: 4-5m
‘Euky Dwarf’ Eucalyptus leucoxylon
Native Australian tree
Small to medium native tree. Perfect for smaller gardens where a standard SA Blue gum would be too large. An excellent shade tree to help cool a hot garden. Clusters of cream or pinkish-red flowers from autumn to spring.
Height: 6-7m
Canopy spread: 4-5m
Cupaniopsis anacardioides
Native Australian tree
Medium tree. An attractive, hardy and reliable tree with rounded shape and evergreen leaves. Cream flowers in autumn and bright orange fruit in spring.
Height: 7-8 m
Canopy spread: 4-5 m
Banksia marginata
Medium to small. A hardy and versatile native suitable for coastal locations. Dense foliage make it a an attractive shrub or small tree with long green leafs bearing silver underside. Attracts native birds and insects for food source and habitat.
Height: 1- 8m
Canopy spread: 1-5m
Hibiscus tiliaceus
Medium to small. Dense evergreen tree with attractive dark green leaves and bright yellow Hibiscus flowers.
Spreading crown makes for an excellent shade tree.
Can tolerate full coastal exposure as well as poor draining soils.
Height: 4-8m
Canopy spread: 3-4 mCallistemon ‘Harkness’
Small tree. A beautiful domed shaped tree with weeping branches and red bottlebrush flowers in autumn and spring.
Height: 5-6 m
Canopy spread: 3-4 mLagerstroemia indica
*Non-native (Eastern Asia)
Small tree (up to 7m). A popular ornamental tree often planted on street verges. Beautiful clusters of pink flowers in late summer which can attract birds and butterflies.
Height: 5-6m
Canopy spread: 4-5m
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