Today is the perfect day to step outside, enjoy the fresh air, connect with nature and give thanks to our trees. Trees at Miami Beach are a defining and valued feature, recognized for the important contribution they provide in mitigating the effects of climate change.

By 2040, Miami Beach strives to have a 22% tree canopy cover; you can read more about upcoming plans involving trees in the Miami Beach Urban Forestry Master Plan.

Here Are 10 Ways Trees Are Amazing:

1. Combating climate change by removing CO2 from the atmosphere.
2. Providing the oxygen needed to breathe.
3. Protecting from ultra-violet radiation.
4. Cooling urban environments and making summers feel cooler.
5. Preventing water pollution.
6. Preventing soil erosion.
7. Providing food.
8. Conserving energy by reducing energy demands for cooling a building.
9. Creating business opportunities.
10. Increasing property value.

Heritage Tree Designation

The city has developed a special program in recognition of the intrinsic value that heritage trees provide to the community. The program not only helps preserve iconic trees but also assists in the future management through subsidized maintenance cost.

Have your tree designated as a Heritage Tree today.

Commemorative Tree Program

The Commemorative Tree Program provides a unique way for residents and visitors to commemorate a special event, memory or loved one.

Through this program, participants can donate a tree that will contribute to the enhancement of urban forests, improve species diversity and increase the tree canopy.

Miami Beach Urban Forestry Masterplan

The City of Miami Beach developed its first Urban Forest Masterplan to provide a strategic framework to guide the city in managing, maintaining, planting and preserving its urban forest. The masterplan will help our city develop a shared vision of the potential for trees to contribute to overall green infrastructure.

Environment & Sustainability's Favorite Trees

Baynanza

Saturday, April 23

9:00AM - 12:00PM

Various Locations

Baynanza cleanup day registration is now closed. Walkups will be welcomed at the Town of Surfside, Community Center and Julia Tuttle Causeway.

For more details, visit: https://bit.ly/38SIElL

Arbor Day Tree Planting Ceremony & Proclamation

Friday, April 30

Time: 4:30PM - 5:30PM

Pine Tree Park 4493 Collins Park Ave

Miami Beach will celebrate Arbor Day with a proclamation and through the planting of several trees in Pine Tree Park. This ceremony will promote the importance of the urban forest and will re-qualify the city to receive the Tree City USA designation.

Don't Forget to Show Your Love for Biscayne Bay

Biscayne Bay is one of the most valuable natural resources in South Florida. It is an important estuary that provides critical habitat and other ecological, environmental and economic benefits to the region.

When signing the pledge, you will have the opportunity to receive a welcome packet with more resources on protecting Biscayne Bay.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].