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Bradford Pear Bounty happens on April 12

By Lightning Reports, Published: April 4, 2025

To help combat the spread of invasive species, the Hendersonville Tree Board and N.C. State University are sponsoring the Bradford Pear Bounty, an invasive tree replacement program that rewards property owners for removing harmful species from their land.

Through this program, participants who remove invasive trees from their property can receive free native trees or plants in exchange. To qualify, you must own property within the city or its ETJ (extraterritorial jurisdiction) and register on the Bradford Pear Bounty website. Several local tree-care service providers are also offering discounts for those participating in the program. A list of participating providers can be found at www.treebountync.com/removal-discounts.

The event will take place 9-11 a.m. Saturday, April 12, at the city Operations Center, 305 Williams St. Pre-registration is required, and participants must provide a photo of an invasive species they have removed or treated with herbicide. Only homeowners are eligible to register and receive replacement trees. More than 200 native trees will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration does not guarantee a tree, so early arrival is encouraged. To register and learn more, visit www.treebountync.com.