General FAQs
I Want To Send A Handwritten Note, But I Don't Know What To Say?
We completely understand! There are moments that are so terrible or joyous, it can be difficult to find the words to express how you feel. Our team of experts will contact you to put together some examples for you to draw inspiration from.
I’m Interested In Planting A Tree In Memory Of A Friend, And I Would Like To Know: How Does It Work?
When you place an order to plant a tree in the Holy Land , your tree will be planted through our partnership with the JNF.
While you are going through the online ordering process, one of our experts will be customizing your certificate with the special, personalized wording to honor the recipient.
Certificates are never auto-printed; we review each order carefully for obvious spelling errors, proper capitalization, and more. We then compose your inscription so that it reads beautifully. We take great care to inscribe your tree planting certificate so that it reflects your heartfelt gift of tree planting.
What Are The Shipping Costs/options For The Certificate Of Tree Planting?
Orders are processed, and certificates of tree planting are mailed within 7 business days.
We offer a choice of shipping options for your certificate of tree planting, depending on how fast you want the certificate delivered to the recipient. Your dedicated specialist will contact you within 1 business day to discuss the best delivery options for your purchase.
How Can I Personalize The Wording And Inscription On My Certificate?
All certificates are inscribed ONLY with the wording that you approve and confirm via email.
What Types Of Trees Are Planted?
Much of the natural vegetation in the Holy Land had disappeared, or had been destroyed by the time reforestation efforts began over 100 years ago. The Bible is the original source of information regarding which species are native to The Holy Land; these trees include olive, oak, pine, cypress, tamarisk, palm, acacia, and carob. These are the species of trees we are planting to replenish and nurture the land.
How Big Is My Tree When Planted?
Tree saplings are between 1 to 2 years old, with a trunk diameter between 1 to 3 inches, and a height of approximately 24 inches.
Can I Specify Which Type Of Tree Will Be Planted?
And Can I Choose The Location Where My Tree Is Planted?
Current reforestation efforts in Israel are in three places: the mountainous slopes in the Galilee, in the Negev desert, and in urban areas for beautification and recreational parks. We cannot direct a specific type of tree to be planted, or choose the specific location. Your trees are planted where they are most needed, in the environment that is most conducive for their growth.
Can I Visit My Tree In Israel? Is The Tree Marked With Name Of The Person I Am Honoring?
Trees are not marked when planted. The price per tree does not permit for the creation, placement, and upkeep of permanent markers on each tree, along with the directories and forest personnel which would be necessary to provide assistance in locating one tree among a forest of thousands of trees.
You will, however, feel enriched and uplifted when you view the forests that you have created together with thousands of fellow planters. While in Israel, ask your spiritual leader, tour guide, or tourism official to arrange for you to plant a tree with your own hands in the holy soil (see next question).
Can I Change Or Cancel My Order?
Yes. You can request to cancel your order within 48 hours of purchase. If you would like to add additional trees within 48 hours of purchase one of our agents will calculate the difference for you.
Can I Set Up An Account And “Bank” Trees?
Yes, you can. We will send a reminder if your gift card has not been utilized.
When Is The Next Shmita Year, And Uh, What Does It Mean?
Next Shmita will be in 5789 (September 2028 – September 2029).
Shmita is the Sabbath year in Israel, occurring every seventh year; the year when the land is “released” and allowed to rest. During this year, Jewish law prohibits farming, tilling soil, planting seeds, plowing, harvesting, and pruning, but work such as watering, fertilizing, and pulling weeds is allowed.
“For six years you shall sow your field, and for six years you shall prune your vineyard, and gather in its produce. But in the seventh year, the land shall have a complete rest, a Sabbath to the Lord; you shall not sow your field, you shall not prune your vineyard, nor shall you reap the after growth of your harvest..”
Leviticus 25:3-6
Can I Send Multiple Certificates For Each Order?
For larger orders you can request multiple certificates. There is an additional charge of $15 per additional certificate.
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
Trees for the Holy Land offers a tree planting service. All services are non-refundable.
The certificates of planting are a receipt of service. We understand that there may be a disruption in the postal service at this time. All certificates will be sent via email and postal.
