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Portland is a Sanctuary City
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PP&R Portland Arbor Day 2026: Saturday, October 17, at Harrison Park in East Portland
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Celebrate Portland’s trees and the diverse community of the Jade District with the whole family through tree planting, tree-themed arts and crafts, and more!
Ash Tree Pruning Restrictions End for Winter
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With fall's arrival, the active season for Emerald ash borer winds down. With reduced risk of spread during cooler months, the City of Portland ash tree pruning and removal moratorium lifts.
Free Trees Available For All Portlanders! Registration is open
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PP&R's10th Annual Yard Tree Giveaway is open; spaces filling fast
Prepare Your Trees for Winter Weather - PP&R Urban Forestry staff share tips and resources
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Before winter arrives, Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry staff has tips on how you can prepare your trees for potential weather-related hazards.
How to Care for Trees During Hot Weather
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Essential Tips from Portland Parks & Recreation’s Urban Forestry Division
Portland Tree Canopy Cover Update
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Portland’s tree canopy cover remained steady between 2020 and 2025, holding at 32.4% of the city’s land area.
Portland Parks & Recreation’s Free Tree Season Starts Now
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PP&R is excited to launch our Free Trees for Portlanders season!
Portland Ranks in Top 10 Nationally for Parks (again!)
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Per the Trust for Public Land. This is the fourth year in a row that Portland’s park system has been among the top 10 nationally.
Portland Parks & Recreation Honors the Legacy of Portland’s First Heritage Tree
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The landmark tree was removed in 2024 due to irreversible decline and public safety concerns, but PP&R has ensured that its story will live on.
Celebrating Charles Jordan During Black History Month
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Learn about former City Commissioner and Parks Director Charles Jordan.
