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Paragould Today
By the People, for the People
Arkansas Offers Free Trees for Arbor Day
The state's Agriculture Department is giving away seedlings to communities hit by storms.
Apr. 20, 2026 at 6:30am
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The Arkansas Department of Agriculture's free tree giveaway program brings a pop art celebration of nature to communities across the state.Paragould TodayThe Arkansas Department of Agriculture is celebrating Arbor Day by hosting its final 'Free Tree Friday' giveaway, where residents can pick up free bare-root seedlings of native tree species like pecan, sycamore, and oak. The program aims to help communities that have been impacted by recent storms and tornadoes by providing trees to plant.
Why it matters
Arbor Day is an annual celebration of the importance of trees, and the free tree giveaway program allows Arkansans to get involved by planting native species in their own backyards and communities. This helps promote urban forestry, environmental sustainability, and community resilience, especially in areas affected by severe weather.
The details
The free tree giveaways will take place on Friday, April 25th from 11am to 1pm at several locations across the state. Residents can choose from a selection of bare-root seedlings, including pecan, sycamore, overcup oak, and Shumard oak. The Agriculture Department's Urban and Community Forestry Coordinator, Kristine Kimbro, said the program has previously provided trees to communities like Hot Springs Village and Paragould that were damaged by storms and tornadoes.
- The free tree giveaways will take place on Friday, April 25th from 11am to 1pm.
- This is the 6th year for the Arkansas Department of Agriculture's Free Tree Friday campaign.
The players
Kristine Kimbro
The Urban and Community Forestry Coordinator at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, who oversees the Free Tree Friday program.
Arkansas Department of Agriculture
The state agency hosting the free tree giveaways to celebrate Arbor Day and promote urban forestry.
What they’re saying
“Pick what species you want. We spray some water on 'em to keep 'em moist, put 'em in a bag with the planting instructions printed on it, and then you walk out with that. Take 'em home and either plant them in the ground, or, as some people do, plant them in a pot and grow them for a year or two.”
— Kristine Kimbro, Urban and Community Forestry Coordinator, Arkansas Department of Agriculture
What’s next
The free tree giveaways on April 25th are the last of the season, so Arkansans interested in receiving a free seedling should plan to attend one of the scheduled events.
The takeaway
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture's annual Free Tree Friday program provides an opportunity for residents to celebrate Arbor Day by planting native trees in their communities, especially in areas impacted by severe weather. This initiative promotes environmental sustainability, urban forestry, and community resilience across the state.
