Gator Bags
A slow release watering system that Cambridge is using on newly planted young trees to keep them properly watered. Learn more or watch our new instructional video on YouTube.
Junior Forester
Calling all young tree lovers! The Junior Forester Program is open to all local youth ages 5-13 years that are interested in adopting trees in their neighborhood. Learn more
Planting a tree
City Arborist plants a tree to celebrate Arbor Day. View our new brochure, Working Together; A healthy urban forest needs help from all of us. Heard about our Tree Ambassador program? Learn more
The Urban Forestry Division provides high quality tree care and planting on City streets, in parks, and around public buildings. The National Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Cambridge with its Tree City USA award for the 18th consecutive year, as well as the its more prestigious Growth Award for the third consecutive year.
Tree Planting Programs

Call the City Arborist at 617.349.6433 or email: cambridgetree@cambridgema.gov to indicate your interest in having a tree planted. Be sure to leave a detailed message including the address/ location. Learn more
Tree Maintenance

When in doubt, call a certified arborist!
Proper planting and watering can help insure that your new tree does the best that it can. A tree is a long term investment. Learn more
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Dept of Public Works
147 Hampshire Street
Cambridge
MA
02139
Phone:617.349.4800
TDD:617.349.4242
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Tuesday-Thursday: 8:30am-5pm
Friday: 8:30am-12pm
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