Celebrate National Arbor Week in South Africa from 1–7 September 2026 by planting indigenous trees and creating greener, healthier communities. Whether you’re a homeowner, business, school, estate, municipality or corporate organisation, Arbor Week is the perfect opportunity to invest in sustainable landscaping and environmental conservation.

At Subtropical Garden & Pool Services cc we supply and professionally plant quality indigenous trees throughout Johannesburg, Pretoria, Midrand, Centurion, Sandton, Randburg, East Rand, West Rand and the greater Gauteng region.

Why National Arbor Week Matters

National Arbor Week promotes the planting and protection of indigenous trees while encouraging South Africans to conserve our unique natural heritage.

Originally celebrated as Arbor Day in 1983, the initiative expanded into National Arbor Week in 1999, providing schools, businesses, municipalities and communities with an opportunity to improve the environment through tree planting and greening projects.

Benefits of Planting Indigenous Trees

Planting indigenous trees offers long-term environmental and financial benefits:

• Improves air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide
• Creates habitats for birds, insects and wildlife
• Conserves South Africa’s biodiversity
• Provides natural shade and reduces heat
• Helps prevent soil erosion
• Improves stormwater management
• Increases property value
• Creates attractive gardens and landscapes
• Supports healthier, greener communities
• Reduces urban temperatures

Whether you’re planting one tree or developing a large-scale greening project, every tree makes a positive difference.

Trees of the Year 2026 South Africa

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has selected the following indigenous species for National Arbor Week 2026.

🌳 Common Tree of the Year

Wild Olive (Olienhout)

Botanical Name: Olea europaea subsp. africana

• Evergreen indigenous tree
• Excellent shade tree
• Hardy and drought tolerant
• Attracts birds
• Suitable for most Gauteng gardens

🌳 Tree for Promotion

Red Ivory (Rooi-ivoor)

Botanical Name: Berchemia zeyheri

• Beautiful indigenous tree
• Attractive foliage
• Bird-friendly fruit
• Ideal for parks and larger gardens

🌳 Tree for Appreciation

Pod Mahogany (Peulmahonie)

Botanical Name: Afzelia quanzensis

• Large indigenous shade tree
• Spectacular canopy
• Valuable conservation species
• Best suited to spacious landscapes

Indigenous Trees for Sale & Planting Prices Gauteng

The following are estimated supply and planting prices. Prices vary depending on nursery availability, tree quality, access, transport and planting conditions.

Planting prices include:

• Professional planting
• Quality compost
• Tree staking where required
• Initial watering
• Site clean-up

Transport outside our standard service area may incur additional charges.

Tree Size Guide

Professional Indigenous Tree Planting Services in Gauteng

We offer complete tree planting services for:

• Residential gardens
• Corporate offices
• Schools
• Shopping centres
• Office parks
• Estates
• Municipal greening projects
• Parks
• Churches
• Community Arbor Week initiatives
• New property developments

Our experienced team ensures every tree is planted correctly for maximum survival and healthy long-term growth.

Why Choose Subtropical Garden & Pool Services cc?

✅ Established since 1995

✅ Professional horticultural knowledge

✅ High-quality nursery-grown trees

✅ Indigenous and water-wise landscaping

✅ Commercial and residential projects

✅ Reliable installation teams

✅ Competitive pricing

✅ Gauteng-wide service

Get Involved During National Arbor Week

You can help create a greener South Africa by:

• Planting indigenous trees at home
• Organising school tree planting events
• Supporting community greening projects
• Creating bird-friendly gardens
• Replacing invasive species with indigenous trees
• Encouraging businesses to plant trees
• Sharing your Arbor Week activities on social media

Even planting one indigenous tree helps improve biodiversity, reduce pollution and create a healthier environment for future generations.

Request a Tree Planting Quote

Whether you need one tree or hundreds of indigenous trees, our team can assist with sourcing, delivery and professional planting throughout Gauteng.

Call or WhatsApp Stephan: 083 560 1555

Request your free quotation today and celebrate National Arbor Month 2026 by investing in a greener future.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is National Arbor Week in South Africa?

National Arbor Week is celebrated annually from 1–7 September.

Why should I plant indigenous trees?

Indigenous trees require less maintenance, use less water, support local wildlife and are well adapted to South African conditions.

Do you supply mature trees?

Yes. We can source and plant trees ranging from 10-litre containers to large specimen trees exceeding 6 metres, subject to availability.

Which areas do you service?

We provide indigenous tree planting services throughout Johannesburg, Pretoria, Midrand, Centurion, Sandton, Randburg, Roodepoort, Kempton Park, Benoni, Boksburg and the greater Gauteng region.

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