Free Trees For Fair Haven
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"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.
The next best time is today."
~ Chinese Proverb
How it works
A handful of long-term thinking Fair Haven residents want to help plant as many trees as possible. All we need are three things:
Residents who want free trees planted on their property.
Tree planting volunteers.
A source to pay for the trees.
No problem getting #2 and #3...now all we need are some residents who want some trees planted on their property...for free!
Below are the 7 different types of trees we have for you to choose from. Send us an email and we will reach out and arrange a planting on your property...at $0 cost to you. Easy Peasy. Send the email to:
Ask us anything. We are more than willing to answer any and all questions which could lead to more planted trees in Fair Haven.
Here are some questions we've been asked lately:
How Big are the trees when planted?
Anywhere from 3 - 4 ft or 6 - 7 ft tall...depemding on the species.
How big will my tree grow?
Of course that depends on the species, we include the mature height below in our descriptions.
How often does the tree need to be watered?
Trees need about a gallon a week for each foot in height. A six footer requires about 6 gallons a week. Nature provides plenty of water from October thru May. The 4 months of the summer may require some watering, but a summer like 2026 required hardly any water as nature was very generous with the rain.
How many months do I need to water the tree?
Trees planted in the fall of 2026 might need some help in June, July, August, and September of 2027, but after that, their root structures will have grown enough to sustain them.
Can I contribute to help you buy more trees?
Of course you can. Send us an email and we will reach out to discuss. Thanks for asking!
Happy tree-shopping below...
Red Maple
Red Maple
The fast growing Red Maple is a favorite in lawns in parks because it's both fast growing and their leaves produce a brilliant red hue in the fall. Red Maples grow to 40 - 60 feet tall.
There's a beautiful Red Maple on the front lawn of 267 Dartmouth.
sILVER Maple
sILVER Maple
A fast growing tree, the Silver Maple's name comes from the beautiful underside of the tree's leaves that are a pale frosted silver. At mature height the Silver Maple can be 50 - 80 feet tall.
This Silver Maple is Harvard Ave. and has grown to this height in less than 10 years.
White Oak
White Oak
If left undisturbed White Oaks can live for hundreds of years. The White Oak produces a beautiful large acorns in the fall. Their leafs are unique with 7 to10 rounded finger-like lobes. And they can grow to 80+ feet.
One of the oldest recorded White Oaks in Monmouth County is in Fair Haven? The picture to the left is of that beauty on Hance Avenue. At 300+ years old this grand old tree was alive when George Washington was in NJ...so imagine the history it's witnessed!
McCarter Park is home to many beautiful White Oaks too.
Swamp White Oak
Swamp White Oak
The Swamp White Oak is hearty tree that grows in many soil types. It prefers full-sun, grow to 50 - 60 feet and can live for 300+ years. Additionally, like all oaks it is "keystone" tree in that it supports hundreds of pollinators.
A beautiful Swamp White Oak was planted on the Third Street Trail in the fall of 2022.
London Plain Tree
London Plain Tree
Often called a Sycamore tree, but the London Plain is a slightly different species. It's a classic "street tree" because it can withstand heavy vehicle exhaust, soot, and tough soil conditions. It features a unique green/gray bark that regularly sheds it's outer layer. It's a fast growing tree and grow to over 100 feet.
The picture on the left shows the beautiful canopy of London Plain trees on Buttonwood Drive.
Tuliptree
Tuliptree
Not a typo above...the "tree" part is included in the name. This fast growing tree grows tall (90 - 100 feet) and straight. In the spring it produces a beautiful tulip-looking flowers...hence the name.
There are many tall Tulip trees in town. Two prominent ones can be found in the Harding Bird Sanctuary and in The Natural Area.
American Elm
American Elm
Ulmus americana
Ulmus americana
The American Elm was the most popular street tree a few generations ago due to its heartiness, until Dutch Elm disease desolated its population. New disease resistant varieties (like the Princeton Elm) have allowed us to re-introduce this beautiful tree. A "Liberty Elm" was planted by the Sons of Liberty in July 2026.
One of the largest Elms on the penninsula can seen at 223 Third Street in FH...a real beauty.
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