By Published On: February 19th, 2026Categories: Gardening, Plants

It’s that time of year where Trees for Canterbury is set to giveaway another 5000 native plants!

For all of March we are giving away plants.

The community giveaway program is open to community organisations so they can obtain NZ native plants for their school and / or community project. This is for Schools, Preschools, Community groups, Church groups, or projects on land with public access, etc. If it is community based we would like to assist.

We make it easy for groups to apply for free plants.

All applicants should send an email or letter following the simple guidelines below;

  • Include all details of the group, a contact person and phone number.
  • Applications must be received before March 31st.
  • Advise us of your site needs. Approximate size, sun/shade, wet/dry and any preference to particular species.
  • Email all applications to info@treesforcanterbury.org.nz or drop into the nursery to chat!