2025 Groves of Gratitude Contents

To learn more about the plants offered this year, please select one of the buttons below.

City of Annapolis Orders have closed
Anne Arundel County Orders have closed

Frequently asked Questions:

  • How do I know what plants are best for my area?

    • To see the site requirements and species descriptions for each plant, please select the appropriate Resident Order Information buttons above.

  • What is the cost?

    • All single trees are $20.00 a tree.

    • For County residents- Each Grove is $60.00.

    • For City of Annapolis residents- Each Grove is $45.00.

    • Deer guards will be sold separately for $5.00 each.

    • If the program’s suggested donation is a barrier to your or your community, please reach out to faith@aawsa.org to learn how to receive trees for free. 

  • What comes with my order?

    • Potted plants in 1-5 gallon containers; approximately 1-6 feet tall upon planting

    • Bagged mulch

    • Instructions for tree planting and care

  • What are deer guards?

    • Deer guards protect trees and shrubs from deer browse and buck rub. Deer guards can be plastic mesh tubes that fit around the trunk, or wire mesh cages that encircle the entire plant. Deer guards are $5.00 for a single tree, and will also come with a wooden stake and zip ties, for attaching the deer guard to the ground. WSA recommends deer protection for each tree in high deer-pressure areas.

  • When and where do I pick up my order?

    • City of Annapolis pick ups will take place on Monday, November 10th and Tuesday, November 11th from 4:00-6:30pm at a City of Annapolis location (TBD, likely the Pip Moyer Recreation Center).

    • Anne Arundel County pick ups will take place on Wednesday, November 12th and Thursday, November 13th from 4:00-6:30pm.

      • For County residents: Upon ordering, you will be asked to select from 2 different pick up locations: Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center OR Galesville Memorial Hall. Please be advised that your trees must be picked up from the location selected at time of ordering.

 

Don’t need trees but want to
support this program?

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The Light House Homeless Prevention Support Center

The Light House will receive 50% of the proceeds from every Groves of Gratitude purchase!

 

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