Tree Board

Bee City USA

The national nonprofit Bee City USA organization has recognized Hillsborough's work to reverse pollinator declines. Tree Board members serve as liaisons to the Bee City USA organization and as committee members for the program. For more information, see the Bee City USA page on this website.

Invasive species removal

The Tree Board supports a program to remove invasive plants with year-round volunteer opportunities. To volunteer or receive more information, contact the Public Space and Sustainability Division by email or by calling 919-296-9600.

Treasure Trees

The Treasure Trees program creates awareness of and gives recognition to the preservation of significant trees in the Hillsborough area. A significant tree may be on public or private land and can be recognized for its historic value; beauty; value to wildlife; or exceptional size, age, shape or color.

• View a map for a self-guided walk of Hillsborough's treasure trees.
• Trees can be nominated using the online form.

Tree City USA

The town has been a part of the Arbor Day Foundation's Tree City USA program for more than 20 years. To qualify for the program, the town is required to have:

• A tree board or department.
• A tree care ordinance.
• A community forestry program with an annual budget of at least $2 per capita.
• An annual Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

Hillsborough Trees Ordinance