Memorial Tree Program

Memorial Tree Application

Please complete and return a Memorial Tree Application to the Park Management Division

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Telephone: (505) 857-8650

A memorial tree can be a living remembrance of a loved one or a celebration of a happy event.

The City of Albuquerque Park Management Division has a program for planting trees at various City park locations.

Memorial trees are a moving and beneficial way to honor someone living or deceased.

Park Management provides the trees at a cost of $320 (with cast aluminum plaque) or $338 (with cast bronze plaque) and will install, water, and maintain the trees.

A Living Remembrance

A memorial tree can be a living remembrance of a loved one or a celebration of a happy event.

It also provides a sense of belonging and community.

Trees improve the quality of life for the community and the City of Albuquerque as a whole, providing a benefit and enjoyment to people who use our parks. In addition, trees are a growing and living symbol for the individuals they represent.

A memorial tree is a wonderful honor for individuals or organizations to make in someone's name; it is a gift that keeps on growing.

Who Does the Planting?

The Park Management Division has a staff of Forestry employees who are responsible for all tree plantings for the City of Albuquerque. After planting, the City takes care of watering, pruning and other maintenance.

Trees Planting Season

Trees can be planted during the planting season beginning in late autumn until the weather becomes warm.

Tree Specifics

A memorial tree will cost $320 (with cast aluminum plaque) or $338 (with cast bronze plaque).

The trees are typically 25-30 gallon, 6 to 8 feet tall and a 2-inch caliper.

A representative from Park Management Division will select an appropriate species and an appropriate location for the tree at the city park of their choice.

Also included in the price is a memorial plaque that is installed at the base of the tree; up to 100 characters are allowed on the plaque.

Celebration and Memorial Events

Families are invited to hold celebrations or memorials to mark the planting of the tree for loved ones.

Gatherings will be the responsibility of the interested party, and Park Management must be notified in advance.

Parks NOT eligible for planting of Memorial Trees:

Robinson Park

Baatan Park

Roosevelt Park

NM Veterans Park

Spruce Park

Summit Park

Altura Park

Piedra Lisa Park

Mitchell Elementary Park

Fox Memorial Park

Hyder Park

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