Most people take it for granted that trees and plants are being maintained
properly, or that it’s not really a major issue. But think of the green infrastructure
of our city — improper pruning and tree topping add up to an expensive waste of resources,
and many trees and plants pay for these mistakes with their lives.
PlantAmnesty was founded in 1987 to “stop the senseless torture and mutilation
of trees and shrubs.” The nonprofit group uses a unique blend of humor and controversy
to raise public awareness of “Crimes Against Nature” committed in our own backyards.
After alerting the public to this problem, our volunteers provide readily accessible and
accurate information, materials and services. PlantAmnesty’s solutions
to plant abuse and neglect include garden renovation workshops, classes, videos, a referral
service and volunteer pruning and tree projects throughout the community.
Grants have allowed our group to produce and distribute thousands of
Pruning Guides, Saving Trees and Views pamphlets, tree biology quizzes for local
students, tree planting guides and locally-produced public service announcements.
Festival of Trees is our newest project. We hope to create
a festival that will become a beloved annual event in Seattle!
Contact PlantAmnesty at 206-783-9813, or check out our web site at
www.plantamnesty.org.