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    Volunteers at the Great Shiplock Park rain garden

  • Early spring blooms at the Low Line

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    Capital Trees volunteers walking along the Low Line Gardens

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    Early spring blooms at the Low Line

Capital Trees is working to create a greener, more liveable Richmond through the thoughtful planning, planting, and maintenance of public green places.

Join us in March and April!

  • Volunteer with us this spring.  See all opportunities on CF Engage.
  • Sponsor Earth Month 2026
  • Join us for Earth Day at Hotchkiss Green, Sunday, April 26.  Learn more here.
  • Join us to Imagine Power and Place, Thursday, April 30.  Learn more and register here.

Our projects:

  • Sustaining Our Greenspaces
  • Hotchkiss Green (2022-2025)
  • Canoe Run Park (2023 – ongoing)
  • Neighborhood Parks Consultation (James Christian Park), Libby Hill Park (RTD article on collaboration)
  • Henrico County Reforestation Pilot Project (2023- ongoing)
  • The Low Line (2015 – 2020)
  • Great Shiplock Park (2012-2013, 2022)
  • The 14th Street Initiative (2010-2011)

Capital Trees Impact Reports

  • 2024-2025
  • 2023-2024

Take a quick self guided tour at Great Shiplock and the Low Line

 

WHAT'S NEW

Imagine Power in Place

Keynote & Panel Discussion with Mickey Fearn

Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM

Location:  Hotchkiss Field Community Center

What does true equity look like across Richmond’s neighborhoods?

Join us for an evening of conversation with Mickey Fearn, a nationally recognized leader in parks and civic innovation. Drawing on his experience as former Deputy Director of the National Park Service, Mickey will explore how we can reimagine the relationship between residents and government to create public spaces that truly serve everyone.

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Looking for a way to volunteer and give back? Each Looking for a way to volunteer and give back? Each week, we have recurring volunteering opportunities in our greenspaces. On Wednesday mornings we host volunteers along the Low Line and on Tuesday afternoons we manage volunteers at the Hotchkiss Green. We have select Saturday morning dates at Hotchkiss as well. For all of our volunteering opportunities, no experience is needed, and it's a great way to learn hands-on skills you can use at home in your own garden. Come solo or sign up with a friend, we'd love to have you! Learn more and RSVP from the link in our bio. 👆
Last month, the team from Hanbury (along with Capi Last month, the team from Hanbury (along with Capital Trees Board Member Katrina Van Orden) volunteered their time at the Hotchkiss Field Community Center. They worked together to transform the garden bed at the entrance by removing the overgrown weeds and replanting the bed with native and native cultivars of shrubs, forbs, and grasses. Their hard work was on display for the recent ribbon cutting and makes for a welcoming entrance to the center — thank you @hanbury.design!
Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2nd Annu Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2nd Annual Earth Day Festival and the ribbon cutting for the newly renovated Hotchkiss Field Community Center and Hotchkiss Green a success! Neighbors of all ages stopped by to connect with local organizations, enjoy hands-on activities, and celebrate the power of greenspaces to bring people together. Remember, the Hotchkiss Green is always open to visitors — if you missed the festival you can stop by any time to enjoy the walking trail and community greenspace. Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors: GROW SPONSORS: @exactstorm NewMarket GATHER SPONSORS: @millerirrigation @terraformarva @fulton.bank IN KIND SPONSOR: @cprofva Thank you to all of the participating organizations: @capitalregionlandconservancy @rvarapidtransit @lernrva @blueskyfund @rvagreen2050 @keepvirginiabeautiful @shalomfarms @biggayrva @transjamrva @bartlett_rva @richmondtreestewards @c3climate @3northdesign @beecityrichmondva Highland Park Garden Club @lewisginter @rubyscoopsic @rvaparksandrec @rvagovernment
April was #EarthMonth and we were busy! Our staff, April was #EarthMonth and we were busy! Our staff, board members, and volunteers were at several Earth Day events throughout the month, engaging with members of the community and connecting with other local organizations. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to learn more about our work. We’re always grateful for the opportunity to inspire people to take action together and invest in the wellbeing of our city, our environment, and each other. @sciencemuseumofvirginia @henricorecparks @keephenricobeautiful
THANK YOU! Your support throughtout Earth Month an THANK YOU! Your support throughtout Earth Month and during our annual Spring For Green campaign helped us surpass our fundraising goal — together, we raised $35,382!!! Every partner who joins us at the table helps accelerate our shared journey toward a healthier city. Your support helps us build a future where greenspaces heal both the soil and the soul. Thank you for joining in to help us plant the future the next generation deserves.🌏
Back in March, we participated in the 12th annual Back in March, we participated in the 12th annual Dave Tate Urban Forestry Service Day at Byrd Park. Several local organizations and tree experts came together in Dave’s memory. Together, arborists performed maintenance on the existing trees in the space and we worked with volunteers to plant 15 new trees to help add shade to the park in the coming years. @friendsofbyrdpark @richmondtreestewards @rvaparksandrec @rvagov @commonwealthtreecare @groundworkrva @orleans_co._tree_service_ @truetimber.arborists BrightView @bartlett_rva @rwstumpgrinding
Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Access Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM | Hotchkiss Field Community Center You're invited to our upcoming event featuring keynote speaker Mickey Fearn and a panel of local leaders working at the intersection of parks, equity, and community development in Richmond — Nathan Burrell, Executive Director of @groundworkrva, and Giles Garrison, Programs and Operations Manager with @rvaparksandrec The program will focus on how public greenspaces can advance climate resilience, address disparities in access and investment, and strengthen community wellbeing, with panelists offering on-the-ground perspectives and examples from their work. Thank you to our Speaker Sponsor: Paul Nelson and Lee Turlington-Nelson Thank you to our Canopy Sponsor: @troutmanpepperlockellp This event is free to attend and open to everyone, but space is limited and registration is required. Based on past events, we expect it to fill up quickly. For more info, head to the event page from the link in our bio.👆
Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Access Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM | Hotchkiss Field Community Center You're invited to our upcoming event featuring keynote speaker Mickey Fearn and a panel of local leaders working at the intersection of parks, equity, and community development in Richmond — Nathan Burrell, Executive Director of @groundworkrva, and Giles Garrison, Programs and Operations Manager with @rvaparksandrec The program will focus on how public greenspaces can advance climate resilience, address disparities in access and investment, and strengthen community wellbeing, with panelists offering on-the-ground perspectives and examples from their work. Thank you to our Speaker Sponsor: Paul Nelson and Lee Turlington-Nelson Thank you to our Canopy Sponsor: @troutmanpepperlockellp This event is free to attend and open to everyone, but space is limited and registration is required. Based on past events, we expect it to fill up quickly. For more info, head to the event page from the link in our bio.👆
This weekend! Join us for the 2nd Annual Earth Day This weekend! Join us for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Festival at Hotchkiss Green — an afternoon of community, nature, and celebration in the heart of Richmond’s Northside. On Sunday, April 26 from 1:00–4:00 pm, experience interactive activities, connect with local organizations, enjoy hands-on environmental learning, and celebrate the power of greenspaces to bring people together. Kick things off early with a special ribbon cutting at 12:00 pm, marking an exciting milestone for both the Hotchkiss Field Community Center and the Hotchkiss Green and the community they serve. Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors: GROW SPONSORS: @exactstorm NewMarket GATHER SPONSORS: @millerirrigation @terraformarva @fulton.bank IN KIND SPONSOR: @cprofva Thank you to all of the participating organizations: @capitalregionlandconservancy @rvarapidtransit @lernrva @blueskyfund @rvagreen2050 @keepvirginiabeautiful @shalomfarms @biggayrva @transjamrva @bartlett_rva @richmondtreestewards @c3climate @3northdesign @beecityrichmondva Highland Park Garden Club @lewisginter @rubyscoopsic @rvaparksandrec @rvagovernment
Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Access Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM | Hotchkiss Field Community Center You're invited to our upcoming event featuring keynote speaker Mickey Fearn and a panel of local leaders working at the intersection of parks, equity, and community development in Richmond — Nathan Burrell, Executive Director of @groundworkrva, and Giles Garrison, Programs and Operations Manager with @rvaparksandrec The program will focus on how public greenspaces can advance climate resilience, address disparities in access and investment, and strengthen community wellbeing, with panelists offering on-the-ground perspectives and examples from their work. Thank you to our Speaker Sponsor: Paul Nelson and Lee Turlington-Nelson Thank you to our Canopy Sponsor: @troutmanpepperlockellp This event is free to attend and open to everyone, but space is limited and registration is required. Based on past events, we expect it to fill up quickly. For more info, head to the event page from the link in our bio.👆
Today is Earth Day — and the final day of our Spri Today is Earth Day — and the final day of our Spring for Green campaign. 🌱 Over the past few weeks, our community has come together to support the trees, greenspaces, and gathering places that help Richmond grow healthier and more connected. From planting trees to stewarding public greenspaces like Hotchkiss Green, your support helps create places where people and nature thrive together. If you haven’t yet made a gift, there’s still time to help us finish Spring for Green strong. Head to the link in our bio 👆 to: 🌳 Donate� 🌿 Volunteer 📣 Share about Capital Trees Together, we’re growing a greener Richmond. #EarthDay #SpringForGreen #CapitalTrees
There are just 2 days left in our annual Spring fo There are just 2 days left in our annual Spring for Green campaign! Thanks to our community’s generosity we’ve already met our match and are this close 🤏 to meeting our $30,000 fundraising goal. A gift today can help push us over the finish line! 🌳🌼 capitaltrees.org/donate (linked from our bio 👆) With every partner who joins us at the table, we accelerate our shared journey toward a healthier city. Your support helps us build a future where greenspaces heal both the soil and the soul. Help us honor #EarthMonth and plant the future the next generation deserves.🌏
Join us for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Festival at H Join us for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Festival at Hotchkiss Green — an afternoon of community, nature, and celebration in the heart of Richmond’s Northside. On Sunday, April 26 from 1:00–4:00 pm, experience interactive activities, connect with local organizations, enjoy hands-on environmental learning, and celebrate the power of greenspaces to bring people together. Kick things off early with a special ribbon cutting at 12:00 pm, marking an exciting milestone for both the Hotchkiss Field Community Center and the Hotchkiss Green and the community they serve. Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors: GROW SPONSORS: @exactstorm NewMarket GATHER SPONSORS: @millerirrigation @terraformarva @fulton.bank IN KIND SPONSOR: @cprofva Thank you to all of the participating organizations: @capitalregionlandconservancy @rvarapidtransit @lernrva @blueskyfund @rvagreen2050 @keepvirginiabeautiful @shalomfarms @biggayrva @transjamrva @bartlett_rva @richmondtreestewards @c3climate @3northdesign @beecityrichmondva @lewisginter @rubyscoopsic @rvagovernment @rvaparksandrec
Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Imagine Power in Place: A Conversation on Equity & Access Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM | Hotchkiss Field Community Center You're invited to our upcoming event featuring keynote speaker Mickey Fearn and a panel of local leaders working at the intersection of parks, equity, and community development in Richmond — Nathan Burrell, Executive Director of @groundworkrva, and Giles Garrison, Programs and Operations Manager with the City of Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities. @rvaparksandrec The program will focus on how public greenspaces can advance climate resilience, address disparities in access and investment, and strengthen community wellbeing, with panelists offering on-the-ground perspectives and examples from their work. Thank you to our speaker sponsor: Paul Nelson and Lee Turlington Nelson This event is free to attend and open to everyone, but space is limited and registration is required. Based on past events, we expect it to fill up quickly. For more info and to save your spot, head to the link in our bio.
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