Beautify Martinsville Street Tree Program is sponsored by City of Martinsville, Indiana. Provides free trees to Martinsville residents for planting in public tree plots.

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Beautify Martinsville Street Tree Program Beautify Martinsville Street Tree Program Through a grant from the non-profit organization Beautify Martinsville, the City of Martinsville is making trees available to property owners within the city limits to have trees planted in the tree plots in front of their residence. This grant will permit approximately 50 free trees to be planted each year.

Applications for the Fall 2026 planting are currently being accepted. The planting is scheduled for late October or early November. Complete your Free Tree Request Application today!

. Free trees, including the cost of the tree and all costs associated with the delivery and labor to plant the tree, are being made available to residents of the City of Martinsville, Indiana. The trees will be planted only in the tree plot (area between the sidewalk and the street) or up to ten (10) feet from the residence-side edge of the sidewalk or edge of street/curb if no sidewalk is present.

These free trees will have a 2-3 inch trunk circumference and be approximately 10-12 feet tall when planted. They are not saplings. At the time of planting, trees may have minimal leaves.

They are not dead, just dormant! The free trees in this program will grow to be old, large, mature street trees and therefore, shall be planted where those driving or walking by can see them. This tree placement benefits both the homeowner and the community at large.

Not all tree types will always be available so alternatives should be selected when completing your application for a free tree. Columnar shaped options exist for a skinny tree, where needed, of all the listed varieties. Honey Locust may be selected for locations where a very tall tree would not work.

Red Maple tree fall colors can range from orange/red, crimson red to fiery red Maples are also considered a keystone species, creating microhabitats fostering a wide range of plant and animal life which in return promotes a balanced and resilient ecosystem. Their deep root systems bind the surrounding soil, preventing erosion and maintaining landscape integrity.

The flowers of Maple trees are an important nectar source for bees and other pollinators in early spring when other food sources are scarce. Their dense canopies and large branches offer nesting sites and safe shelter for many species while offering a variety of fall colors. Red Maple Varieties will be the size shown below when planted in your yard.

Fall colors of oak trees can range from deep red to reddish brown, bronze to orange. Oaks are considered a keystone species, supporting more life than any other tree in North America, while providing shelter and food (acorns) to a wide variety of insects, birds, and mammals. Known for their long lives, often living for hundreds of years, allows them to sequester carbon for longer periods of time compared to short-lived tree species.

While absorbing pollutants, they also release large quantities of oxygen, improving respiratory health. Their large canopies provide significant shade, reducing soil evaporation which in return keeps the soil and surrounding environment cooler. Lastly, their striking fall color makes a great addition for any landscape!

The oak trees shown below are approximately ten to twelve feet tall and are similar in size to those which will be planted in the fall. Fall colors of sweetgum trees include yellow, orange, red, and purple. Sweetgum trees are considered a pioneer species as they root easily and grow quickly.

Their deep and spreading root systems aid in erosion control which can be utilized in sloped landscapes. These trees absorb carbon dioxide and other air pollutants, improving air quality. While acting as a host plant for over 30 species of butterflies and moths, the fallen seed pods are often a good food source for wild squirrels, birds, and insects.

With vibrant fall colors and stand out star shaped foliage, sweetgums are a great option for any landscape.

The columnar variety shown below offers the same characteristics while accommodating tight spaces or smaller yards New growth of Honeylocust trees emerges as green or yellow, shifting to green, then back to yellow in the Fall All varieties offered for the Martinsville Street Tree Program are thornless, making them a safer option for public places and residential areas.

Their ability to thrive in multiple conditions and low maintenance requirements make it a favorite among city planners and homeowners. Honeylocust are a nitrogen-fixing species, increasing the fertility of the surrounding soil, which in return makes them a great companion plant. The flowers attract many pollinators while the seed pods provide food for birds and other wildlife.

Lastly, their broad canopies with fern-like compound leaves provide ample shade with grass and other plants still able to thrive below. Fall colors of Sugar Maples can range from orange/red to yellow/burnt orange Sugar Maples are considered a keystone species, creating microhabitats fostering a wide range of plant and animal life which in return promotes a balanced and resilient ecosystem.

Their deep root systems bind the surrounding soil, preventing erosion and maintaining landscape integrity. The flowers of Maple trees are an important nectar source for bees and other pollinators in early spring when other food sources are scarce. Their dense canopies and large branches offer nesting sites and safe shelter for many species while offering a variety of fall colors.

Trees are free to the legal property owner and will be planted once per year in the fall. The October-November time frame is the preferred time for the planting of trees to reduce transplant shock. Applications for trees will be accepted all year, with requests considered in the order they are received.

The property owner will be able to select their preference of trees from the approved list of trees listed on the application.

The Free Tree Request Application must be completed, signed, dated, and submitted electronically through the city’s web site or by delivering in person or sending by mail a paper copy to The Office of the Mayor, City of Martinsville, Indiana; 59 South Jefferson Street; Martinsville, IN 46151 or by emailing a completed copy of the form to the Office of the Mayor The legal property owner’s name will be verified before the requested tree will be planted.

Each property is limited to one (1) free tree per year and additional requests may be made each year. Trees are on a first come, first served basis with the city having the final determination, with the agreement of the property owner, where the tree may be planted. Planting of trees will be limited to single-family or duplex (2-family) homes only.

No apartment buildings or commercial addresses will be considered for the free trees. A committee named by the mayor will review the applications and select the sites for trees on an annual basis. The legal property owner will be required to sign the application authorizing the City of Martinsville to plant the free tree.

Submit or print the Free Tree Request Application Amended February 19 to include descriptions an d images of currently available tree varieties. Amended January 7, 2026 to update available tree species Amended August 20, 2024 to reflect a single planting session annually instead of the initially stated bi-annually. Amended August 22, 2025 to update available tree species.

Amended September 17, 2025 to update available tree species. Government Websites by CivicPlus®