One hundred of the planned 275 new trees being planted for Alexandria's 275th birthday are in the ground now, the city announced this weekend.
The planting is being funded by the Stormwater Management Division through the Stormwater Utility Fee. The trees will help improve water quality, reduce nutrient runoff, and absorb stormwater to mitigate flooding.
The first of the 275 was planted at Windmill Hill Park on April 6th as part of the City’s Birthday Kick-off Event.
Native trees are replacing empty tree wells throughout the city, and providing shade along roadways. The project focuses on adding shade trees in high heat index areas of the City.
An interactive map is available for residents. The vast majority of the trees will be planted in Old town Alexandria. Some trees are being planted in Del Ray, Arlandria, Landmark and other neighborhoods.
