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Capital Trees Hires New Executive Director: Shelly Barrick Parsons

June 3, 2021

Celebrate a Decade of Achievements with Capital Trees

April 26, 2021

Capital Trees is seeking a passionate, driven, creative, and visionary professional as its new Full-Time Executive Director.

January 8, 2021

Meet Lisa Trapp – Our New Program and Outreach Manager

January 5, 2021

Richmond Times-Dispatch Articles Featuring Capital Trees

January 4, 2021

GCV’s 62nd Annual Conservation Forum Featured Capital Trees

November 24, 2020

Low Line Refresher

September 30, 2020

“Award-Winning Capital Trees” has a nice ring to it!

August 21, 2020

Capital Trees Job Opening – Program and Outreach Manager

August 11, 2020

A Bird’s Eye View of the Low Line

August 11, 2020

There’s more to increasing our tree canopy than

There’s more to increasing our tree canopy than just planting trees. Ongoing maintenance, especially in the first few years after planting, is essential to ensure that the trees get established for long term health. Luckily for us, we had a large enthusiastic group on board for our tree care day at Canoe Run Park last month. We needed to remove weeds and enlarge the mulch rings beneath each tree. The mulch helps retain moisture and discourage weeds which reduces competition for nutrients. Thanks to all the volunteers who helped us tackle this work, including some of the players from VCU’s lacrosse team. Our work at Canoe Run Park is made possible thanks to our sponsor, Co-Star, and our partnership with Keep Virginia Beautiful and RVA Parks and Rec.

@vcuclublax @costargroup @keepvirginiabeautiful @rvaparksandrec

Last month we hosted an Earth Day Celebration at H

Last month we hosted an Earth Day Celebration at Hotchkiss Field Community Center to showcase the in-progress Hotchkiss Green project that is well underway. We're so grateful to the many community organizations who joined us at the event to teach about sustainability, the environment, and provide hands-on activities to get people of all ages engaged. We were thrilled with the turn out of community members who were willing to step off of the pavement, onto the grass, and into a fresh way of thinking.

@rubyscoopsic @jeromethehotdogman @shalomfarms @rvagreen2050 @groundworkrva @c3climate @3northdesign @republic_services @artonwheelsva @rvaparksandrec @richmondgrowsgardens @maggiewalkernps @bkparkflowers @beecity_rva

As a part of our ongoing garden maintenance, we ne

As a part of our ongoing garden maintenance, we needed to replace some of the non-thriving inkberry shrubs (Ilex glabra) with winterberry (Ilex verticillata) and yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria) in the Low Line Gardens. Thanks to the volunteers from Fulton Bank, including Board Treasurer Brian Kinnear, we were able to make quick work of the task. There’s nothing quite like working side by side with others and then standing back and admiring the difference that you all made together. Our workdays are a great way for teams to bond with each other and connect with nature at the same time. @fulton.bank

We were busy during the month of April for Earth D

We were busy during the month of April for Earth Day and Earth Week activities! We tabled at events at the Science Museum of Virginia, Henrico County, and Riverfront Plaza. These events allowed us to connect with community members about the importance of urban greenspaces, invite folks to get involved, and share more about the transformative work we’re doing. Because when people become aware of how important greenspaces are to humanity and the planet, they're inspired to help carry our mission further.

@sciencemuseumofvirginia @henricorecparks

Earlier this spring, the Tuckahoe Garden Club volu

Earlier this spring, the Tuckahoe Garden Club volunteered with us along the Low Line and at Hotchkiss Green to add several native trees to the gardens as part of their Centennial Tree Project. The mix of hop hornbeam, black gum, white redbuds, and fringe trees will add shade to the greenspaces for years to come. Tuckahoe Garden Club is one of our original founding clubs, and we’re thankful that they’re still so involved with helping us enhance the health and beauty of our public greenspaces. @tuckahoegardenclub

April was a whirlwind of Earth Day activities, wor

April was a whirlwind of Earth Day activities, workdays, and events. Thank you to everyone who participated in one way or another! Our latest blog highlights how the generosity of our community is essential to continuing our work and just some of what we accomplished in April — give it a read from the link in our bio. 👆

Our Board of Trustees is packed with expertise, in

Our Board of Trustees is packed with expertise, including Lee Mallonee who is a Professional Wetland Delineator. Lee is generously sharing his knowledge with us and serves on our Projects Committee. Learn more about Lee, and read our interview with him from the link in our bio.

It's #NationalVolunteerWeek and at Capital Trees,

It's #NationalVolunteerWeek and at Capital Trees, we're so fortunate that with every plant that takes root in our public greenspaces, we find more spirited individuals to champion this cause. Pictured are just a FEW of the recent groups who have gotten their hands in the dirt for a better future. Thank you to everyone who has gotten involved so far, and if you want to join us, learn more from our website, linked in our bio. 👆

Join us this weekend for our free Earth Day celebr

Join us this weekend for our free Earth Day celebration at Hotchkiss Green. The event is outside and family-friendly — we hope you'll stop by!

📅 Sunday, April 27th, 2025
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍Outside at Hotchkiss Field Community Center, 701 E Brookland Park Blvd, Richmond, VA 23222

Look forward to ice cream from @rubyscoopsic and hot dogs from @jeromethehotdogman. We're excited to also be joined by several local organizations. @shalomfarms @rvagreen2050 @groundworkrva @lynnhavenschool @c3climate @3northdesign @republic_services @artonwheelsva @rvaparksandrec
Richmond National Parks Service, and Highland Park Garden Club

Volunteering opportunity! Join us in Church Hill o

Volunteering opportunity! Join us in Church Hill on Saturday, May 3 to update James Christian Jr. Memorial Place, a neighborhood pocket park. We'll be planting trees and plants, mulching, and more. Help us reinvigorate this small neighborhood greenspace, and learn best practices to apply in your own yard. Spots are limited so sign up today from the link in our bio.

@chaofrva

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At Capital Trees, we create greenspaces that are n

At Capital Trees, we create greenspaces that are not just beautiful, but vital. 🌳 This #EarthDay, #EarthWeek, and every day, we welcome everyone to join us. To step off of the pavement, onto the grass, and into a fresh way of thinking. 🌱 💚

👉Join us today 4/22 at 12 pm or 5 pm for a tour of the Low Line, starting at Great Shiplock Park. (Link to sign up is in our bio👆)
👉 Join us for our outdoor Earth Day Celebration at Hotchkiss Field Community Center on Sunday 4/27 from 1 - 4 pm. This event is family friendly. You’ll learn about sustainability, be able to tour our in-progress Hotchkiss Green project, and enjoy ice cream from @rubyscoopsic and hotdogs from @jeromethehotdogman.

Many local organizations are joining us on Sunday at Hotchkiss. You can look forward to engaging with folks from @shalomfarms @rvagreen2050 @groundworkrva @lynnhavenschool @c3climate @3northdesign @republic_services @artonwheelsva @rvaparksandrec Richmond National Parks Service, Highland Park Garden Club

We're in the final hours of our Spring for Green A

We're in the final hours of our Spring for Green Annual Giving Campaign. Tomorrow is Earth Day and the final day of our match window, during which gifts are matched $1 for $1 up to $25,000! Celebrate #EarthWeek, #EarthDay, and 15 years of cultivating vibrant public greenspaces by donating to support our work. With your help, we'll continue to transform public spaces into vital sanctuaries that improve mental health, restore the environment, and bring communities together. 💚🌳

Text ‘Give’ to 804-885-2377 or head to the link in our bio for a link to our giving page.

A special thank you to our Spring for Green campaign match sponsors including our four founding garden clubs:

Exact Stormwater Management @exactstorm
Boxwood Garden Club@boxwoodgardenclub
James River Garden Club @jamesrivergardenclub
Three Chopt Garden Club @3choptgardenclub
In honor of Boxwood Garden Club
▪️Anna and Charles Aquino
▪️Anonymous
In honor of Tuckahoe Garden Club @tuckahoegardenclub
▪️Freddie and Lawrence Gray
▪️Ellen and Duncan Buoyer

Stop by and see us at the science museum today for

Stop by and see us at the science museum today for their Earth Day events!

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