Commemorative and Memorial Tree Program
TreeUtah and the Sugar House Park Authority are pleased to present the Commemorative and Memorial Tree Program at Sugar House Park. This program offers people the opportunity to honor friends and loved ones through the planting of a tree within Sugar House Park, adding to the beauty of Salt Lake City's greatest landmarks.
- •The cost of purchasing and planting a commemorative or memorial tree is $300.00. All gifts are processed through TreeUtah, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How are trees selected?
How are trees selected?
Trees are selected based on their hardiness, longevity, and the needs of the site selected for planting. A list of preferred species can be provided upon request and is set by Sugar House Park Authority.
* Please note that species selection also depends on current wholesale costs and availability.
Can I select the variety of tree to be planted? Requests for particular tree varieties will be considered; however, Sugar House Park Authority has final approval.
When are the trees planted? Planting will take place during the spring (April 1st — May 30th) or fall (September 1st — October 30th) planting seasons. TreeUtah will select one Saturday in both the spring and fall to conduct the plantings. 2010 Fall Planting Date: September 18
Request Deadline: September 7
Can I arrange a small dedication ceremony?
Small ceremonies may be arranged by the donor and groups are encouraged to participate in the physical planting itself. Information will be provided once a donor has made a commitment to planting a tree at Sugar House Park.
Can I place a plaque or sign at the tree? Unfortunately, plaques and or signs are not allowed.
What is the typical planted size of the memorial trees?
The average planted size will be 1¾ - 2 inch caliper; height will vary by species.
Who receives the payment?
Checks should be made out to TreeUtah with a notation stating Commemorative Tree Program.
What happens if the tree dies?
In the rare event that a donated tree should die after being planted, TreeUtah and Sugar House Park cannot replace the tree due to budget constraints.
* Please note that species selection also depends on current wholesale costs and availability.
Can I select the variety of tree to be planted? Requests for particular tree varieties will be considered; however, Sugar House Park Authority has final approval.
When are the trees planted? Planting will take place during the spring (April 1st — May 30th) or fall (September 1st — October 30th) planting seasons. TreeUtah will select one Saturday in both the spring and fall to conduct the plantings. 2010 Fall Planting Date: September 18
Request Deadline: September 7
Can I arrange a small dedication ceremony?
Small ceremonies may be arranged by the donor and groups are encouraged to participate in the physical planting itself. Information will be provided once a donor has made a commitment to planting a tree at Sugar House Park.
Can I place a plaque or sign at the tree? Unfortunately, plaques and or signs are not allowed.
What is the typical planted size of the memorial trees?
The average planted size will be 1¾ - 2 inch caliper; height will vary by species.
Who receives the payment?
Checks should be made out to TreeUtah with a notation stating Commemorative Tree Program.
What happens if the tree dies?
In the rare event that a donated tree should die after being planted, TreeUtah and Sugar House Park cannot replace the tree due to budget constraints.
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