Maryland’s 5 Million Trees program has reached more than 1.5 million native trees planted, marking a major milestone and reflecting strong momentum toward reaching the state’s ambitious goal of planting 5 million trees by 2031.
More than 555,330 trees were planted in Fiscal Year 2025, according to a new annual report prepared for the Maryland General Assembly. Plantings done by organizations and individuals other than the state were more than 5 times higher than the year before as many more Marylanders reported their tree plantings on the website.
“We have been encouraging Marylanders to ‘Plant a Tree, Make it Count, and Breathe Easier,’” said Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain. “Every tree makes our state healthier and more resilient, and this milestone underscores our shared commitment to a stronger environment for generations to come.”…