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Our Mission

Louisville Grows cultivates greener, healthier neighborhoods through urban horticulture, expanding the tree canopy, and workforce development to foster a city more connected to people and the planet.

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A thriving Louisville where every resident is empowered to create, nurture, enjoy green spaces and gardens, engage in meaningful work opportunities, and contribute to the health of their community.

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Louisville Grows was founded in 2009 by a group of ”guerrilla gardeners“ gathering to make seed bombs in their living rooms. Their goal was to raise awareness of the importance of greening our community.

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years growing
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Upcoming Louisville Grows Events

Citizen Forester 101 and Pruning Workshop

Citizen Forester 101 and Pruning Workshop

Get ready to become a tree Care Pro at our Citizen Forester Pruning Training Workshop!

Citizen Forester 101: Pruning Workshop

Join us for a hands-on Citizen Forester 101 and Pruning Workshop, where you’ll learn the basics of urban forestry, planting and proper tree pruning techniques. Citizen Foresters are the foundation of Louisville Grows’ urban forestry program, helping restore and maintain Louisville’s urban forest.

During this training, participants will learn:

  • Basic tree anatomy and physiology
  • Why, when, and how to prune trees properly
  • Common pruning mistakes to avoid
  • How pruning supports tree health, safety, and longevity
  • Environmental stewardship and leadership skills to guide volunteers

This workshop wi a morning classroom lesson at Louisville Grows’ Healthy House 9:30am-11:00am, and will include hands-on pruning practice at Beeing2Gether 1647 Portland Ave 11:00am-2:00pm, where participants will work directly with trees and make a positive impact in the Portland neighborhood.

Training is open to individuals of all abilities. Seating is limited; please register.

This session is also open to current Citizen Foresters seeking a refresher on pruning and volunteer leadership.

To sign up, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/citizen-forester-101-and-pruning-workshop-tickets-1977954878286

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