Tree Planting In Public Parkway

The Village of Homer Glen recognizes that trees are an important asset and add value to our community. Trees help us conserve energy, clean the air, protect rivers and streams, and provide a habitat for wildlife. Parkway trees add beauty to our streets and neighborhoods. To beautify the Village parkways and enhance Homer Glen’s urban canopy the Village has created a public parkway tree replacement program.

Parkway trees are Village property. Permission to remove a parkway tree must be obtained by the Village. If you would like your tree inspected for pruning or removal by a village employee, please contact the Public Works Department at (708) 966-0059.

This program is intended for residents who do not currently have a parkway tree or if their existing tree is dead and in need of getting a replacement. This program does NOT apply to newly constructed homes.

If your tree has been removed or you need a new parkway tree please fill out the form at the link below. Please note: residents do NOT get to choose the type of tree that is planted. Trees are chosen seasonally by the Village Arborist. The trees planted in the parkway are chosen at random by the landscaper and planted in the best location decided by the landscaper. Trees are limited to two trees per seasonal planting. If a resident needs their tree removed a fee may apply.

REQUEST PARKWAY TREE: CLICK HERE

New Parkway Tree Care

Watering – Slow and thorough watering around the tree stem is essential. In normal weather the tree should be watered every 4-7 days. When the weather turns hot and dry (above 80°), the tree should be watered every 3-4 days.  

Mulch – A circle of much, 2-3 inches deep and 36 inches in diameter is placed around the tree. Residents do not need to add mulch the first year. Mulch should not be more than 3 inches deep and must be kept 4-6 inches away from the trunk.

Fertilizing – Trees should not be fertilized the first year. The new tree needs to establish a new root system. Fertilizers that contain Nitrogen may cause excessive top growth before enough new roots have grown.

Pruning and trimming – Due to transplant shock it is best to wait two years after planting to prune the tree, except for structural integrity. This will allow the tree to recover from root loss. The Village will arrange for tree trimming, when needed.