The City has been a member of Tree City USA since 1989, working to preserve beautiful native trees within the City of Atascadero. Below is some information in regards to our efforts to protect and replant native trees.
The City of Atascadero protects 12 different native tree species, listed below.
| City of Atascadero Tree List | ||
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Type |
| California Sycamore | Plantanus racemose Nutt. | Deciduous |
| Blue Oak/Desert Oak Hybrid | Quercus alvordiana Nee. | Deciduous |
| Leather Oak | Quercus Durata Jeps. | Deciduous |
| Blue Oak | Quercus Douglasii H&A | Deciduous |
| Valley Oak | Quercus Lobata Nee | Deciduous |
| Desert Oak | Quercus Turbinella | Deciduous |
| Madrone | Arbutus Menziesii Pursh. | Evergreen |
| Toyon, California Holly | Heteromeles arbutifolia Lindl. | Evergreen |
| California Black Walnut | Juglans hindsii Jeps. | Evergreen |
| Coast Live Oak | Quercus Agrifolia Eastw. | Evergreen |
| Scrub Oak | Quercus Dumosa Jeps. | Evergreen |
| California Bay Laurel | Umbellularia californica Butt. | Evergreen |
For access to Atascadero's official Native Tree Ordinance, view our municipal code here.
Want help identifying a native tree?
Click here for a Native Tree Identification Table.
Looking for a quick guide on permit information and FAQ's?
Click here for a Native Tree Regulation handout.
Looking to develop on a property with native trees?
Click here for a guide on how to install tree protection fencing to save our beautiful trees.
Looking for a general overview of all native tree regulations?
Click here to view the Native Tree Handbook.