Tree Resources for Omaha

Keep Omaha Beautiful is a nonprofit that partners with the City of Omaha to plant trees in public spaces throughout Omaha. While the program does not include planting on private property or maintenance, we welcome community input about our city's trees to share with our planning partners. 

To help provide a list of resources that we are frequently contacted about, Keep Omaha Beautiful has compiled the following Tree Resources, including FAQs about tree planting, types of trees, and community contacts. Browse the information below for expert tips to plant and care for urban trees! 

What tree should I plant?

• Recommended Trees to Plant » The Nebraska Forest Service  
• Explore Tree Lists » The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum - 
• Native Tree Species List » Keep Omaha Beautiful 

How do I plant a tree?

• Planning to Dig? » Call 811 First! 
• Tree-Planting Guide » The Nebraska Forest Service 
• Planting How-Tos » The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum 
• How-to Plant a Tree Video » Northwest High School 

How do I care for my trees?

• How to Care for Your Newly Planted Trees » The Nebraska Forest Service
• Maintenance & Tree Care » The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum 
• Garden, Tree, or Insect Questions » Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Counties 
• Why Hire an Arborist? » TreesAreGood.org
• Licensed Arborists » City of Omaha 

Reporting resources & local ordinances

• FAQs About Weeds & Litter » City of Omaha Parks & Recreation Department 
• Report Trees Causing Obstruction or Safety Concerns » Call City of Omaha Forestry at 402.444.5925
• For Questions about Trees Marked with an X » Call City of Omaha Forestry at 402.444.5925
• Trees & Power Line Reports or Questions » Call OPPD at 402-536-4131 (Omaha) or 1-877-536-4131, or email OPPD Forestry Department 
• Local Tree Codes and Ordinances » City of Omaha

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES