Treemendous Sparks

The City of Sparks is offering free Moana Grown trees to folks who have an eligible Sparks, Nevada address, each tree valued at $99. This generous program allows residents to select one tree from a variety of species, providing a perfect opportunity to enhance their property with a beautiful and environmentally beneficial addition.

How It Works

1. Enter the Giveaway: Vouchers for the free trees will be issued through a drawing system. Folks with a qualifying Sparks, Nevada address can enter from July 31- Aug 12, 2026. Winners will be notified via email on Aug 14, 2026. 150 winners will be notified and emailed a voucher.
   • The digital vouchers can be redeemed one time only, between Aug 14 and Sept 7, trees will not be issued without a valid voucher!
2. Visit Moana Nursery: With your voucher in hand, head over to Moana Nursery Pyramid Way Location, 3397 Pyramid Way, Sparks. This is where you can redeem your voucher and select your preferred tree. Please note that the trees will not be available at any other Moana Nursery Locations.
3. Choose Your Tree: There are five fantastic tree varieties available on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents can choose from (a fresh shipment of trees will arrive the week of 8/17):
   • Burgundy Belle Maple
   • Sun Valley Red Maple
   • Celebration Maple
   • Royal Raindrops Crabapple
   • Canada Red Chokecherry
4. Plant and Enjoy: Once you’ve selected your tree, it’s time to plant it in your yard! Enjoy watching it grow and flourish over the years, adding shade, beauty, and value to your home.

Trees are much more than beautiful additions to our neighborhoods—they’re one of the most valuable investments we can make in our community. Every tree planted today provides benefits that can last for generations.

Cleaner Air: Trees naturally improve air quality by absorbing pollutants such as ozone, nitrogen dioxide, and particulate matter while releasing the oxygen we breathe. A healthy urban tree canopy helps create cleaner, fresher air for everyone.

Cooling Our Community: Shade from trees can significantly reduce summer temperatures around homes, sidewalks, and streets. Strategically planted trees help combat the urban heat island effect, making neighborhoods more comfortable while reducing the need for air conditioning and lowering energy costs.

A More Beautiful Neighborhood: Trees add character, color, and seasonal beauty to streets and parks. Studies have shown that well-landscaped neighborhoods are more inviting and can even increase property values while creating more enjoyable places to live, walk, and gather.

Wildlife Habitat: Trees provide food, shelter, and nesting areas for birds, butterflies, bees, and other beneficial wildlife. Expanding our urban forest helps support biodiversity and strengthens the local ecosystem.

Health & Well-Being: Spending time around trees and green spaces has been linked to reduced stress, improved mental health, and increased opportunities for outdoor recreation. More trees create healthier, more welcoming places for families and neighbors to enjoy.

Tips for Planting Success

Getting your tree off to a healthy start helps ensure it thrives for years to come:

• Choose the right location, allowing plenty of room for the tree’s mature size.
• Water regularly during the first few growing seasons, especially during hot, dry weather.
• Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and reduce weeds, while keeping mulch a few inches away from the trunk.
• Avoid planting too deeply, the root flare should remain visible at ground level.

Join the Green Movement

Every tree planted is an investment in a greener, healthier, and more resilient Sparks. By participating in this program, residents help improve air quality, reduce summer heat, support local wildlife, and create more beautiful neighborhoods for everyone to enjoy.

Together, we can grow a stronger urban forest, one tree at a time, and make Sparks an even more vibrant, sustainable community for current and future generations.