Help make Berks greener! Literally.

Planting trees, shrubs and native wildflowers is one of the easiest ways to become greener and offset your carbon footprint. Your carbon footprint is a measure of the impact our activities have on the environment, and in particular climate change. It relates to the amount of greenhouse gases produced in our day-to-day lives for electricity, heating and transportation etc. The more resources and energy you use, the bigger your carbon footprint.

Trees and plant life absorb carbon dioxide to produce oxygen, improve air quality, conserve water, and provide habitat for wildlife, therefore, reducing our carbon footprint. 

The Berks Conservancy is committed to planting wildflowers and trees in Berks County. All wildflower seeds will be spread along streams and nature preserves. All trees will be planted in Berks County; in our towns, parks and schoolyards, and along streams where they will attract birds, improve air & water quality, reduce soil erosion, add beauty to our surroundings, and contribute to our quality of life. Due to the nature of this work, we don’t mark trees or designate specific trees in dedication. 

$10.00 – Spread native wildflower seeds to improve water quality and provide habitat for wildlife.  

$15.00 – Plant a 4-6 foot native tree. Trees are planted in Berks County woodlands and nature preserves; alongside our highways, rivers and farmland. Trees are also planted in school grounds helping to educate and raise awareness among students. 

$25.00 – Create a 5’x5’ wildlife habitat with shrubs, trees and wildflowers.

In 2009, the Berks Conservancy planted 1,542 trees and 425 pounds of wildflower seeds in Berks County!

Plant wildflowers and trees for yourself or in honor or memory of family and friends, to celebrate holidays, birthdays, and to observe other special occasions. Recipients of your gift will receive notification through an attractive GreenBerks card announcement.