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1. When is planting season in Norfolk?

The City of Norfolk plants trees on city property from October 15 to March 31, in order to provide time for root establishment in cool weather before spring rains and summer sun. In your yard, however, a tree can be planted at any time, provided you are attentive to its care, particularly watering.

2. How will future Living Legacy Grove sites be determined?

The Bureau of Parks and Urban Forestry has an ongoing process for the evaluation of individual sites for the Living Legacy Grove program. The initial group of sites is currently under review and will be finalized in fall 2010. Basic criteria:

• Must be owned by the City of Norfolk (Norfolk Public Schools sites included)
• Must be at least a quarter acre in size (roughly a quarter of a football field) or add to an existing forested area
• Must meet certain environmental conditions

3. Can I apply my donation to a particular Living Legacy Grove location, or a select the type of tree planted using my donation?

All funds will be pooled and spent annually to either start a new grove or add to an existing one, as determined by the Bureau of Parks and Urban Forestry.

4. Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes, donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.