Kissena Park, New York City, New York
“Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world.” – John Muir
A Living Tribute to Honor NYC Connections
New York City is more than just a place – it’s a symbol of resilience, diversity and boundless energy. For those who held a deep connection to this iconic city, planting a memorial tree in their honor at Kissena Park is a meaningful way to celebrate their legacy while giving back to the community they loved.
Project Description
This Gift Tree Planting Project is in New York City, New York in the area around Kissena Park, Queens. This project is part of The Gifted Tree’s urban forestry projects where donations, instead of planting individual trees, will help plant groves of trees in urban areas – neighborhood parks, schools, and urban campuses. The trees planted are more mature in their growth cycle and average 3-6 feet in height when planted helping to ensure long-term survivability and the ability to thrive in this urban area setting.
Kissena Park is a heavily utilized park surrounded by the highly urbanized neighborhood of Flushing. The area has lost a lot of tree canopy over the last several years due to wind and flooding from severe storms including Superstorm Sandy. The project will help restore a forested natural area in a heavily utilized park, helping to advance park equity and ensuring local residents have access to healthy, nearby nature. These natural forested areas are powerhouses for providing ecosystem services such as air pollution removal, stormwater pollution capture, carbon sequestration, and urban heat regulation, and form essential green infrastructure for a healthy, vibrant community.
Types of Trees Planted
Many species will be planted to develop a diverse and resilient forest and include Maple, Birch, Juniper, Oak, and Pine, all native to the area. Your trees will be part of a healthy forest system and will protect biodiversity, creating habitat for migrating birds and pollinators. Additionally, your trees will provide social benefits, allowing the community residents the opportunity to experience and enjoy their natural space and the resulting health benefits that open green space provides.
Tribute Rooted in Resilience
Just as New York City has weathered storms and emerged stronger, your gift tree will stand as a lasting symbol of strength and renewal. It’s a living testament to the enduring spirit of the city and the person you’re honoring.
Virtual Tour
You can view the general area of this planting project by clicking on the following link:
Once connected to the map, feel free to zoom in and out to get a feel of the general plantinga rea as well as its location in New York, the United States, and the world. The link is best viewed on ap ersonal computer as opposed to a cell phone. Please understand that this is the general area of the tree planting as we do not know the specific grove of trees.
There is no plaque designating the gift tree although one can visit Kissena Park. Know that the tree planting project is making a monumental difference for the earth ando pening a new doorway to the world for future generations. If you have any questions, please view our contact information.
Celebrate Their Love for NYC
Whether they grew up in the city, cherished its parks, or simply admired its unique charm, planting a tree in their memory near Kissena Park is a heartfelt way to honor their connection to New York. Each tree planted helps restore the park’s natural beauty, supports local biodiversity, and provides a space for reflection and renewal.
Preserve Their Legacy For Future Generations.
Location listed on tree tribute planting certificate = Kissena Park, New York City, New York
If you have any questions, or need help in placing an order, please feel free to contact us.
