The Miyawaki method is the fastest way to grow trees on the planet.

Developed by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, this method applies the scientific principals of botany to urban environments to address deforestation and land degradation.

All native tree and shrub saplings (6 - 12 inches tall) are planted in a dense manner, 3 per square meter in well prepared soil. This dense planting causes the saplings to compete for sunlight and grow exponentially faster than traditional methods. Small saplings are preferred so the root systems are able to grow together and help each other.

These all native micro forests boost biodiversity, improve air quality, and lower temperatures around school buildings - all while utilizing minimal water and needing little to no maintenance. The Miyawaki Method has shown remarkable success in urban landscapes across California, and globally, featuring 90%+ survival rates.

Miyawaki forests not only rewild underutilized and neglected urban lands, making a space for Mother Nature to co-exist with humans in cities, but they simultaneously create beautiful green spaces for communities to enjoy.

Miyawaki Forest Benefits:

• Present an immediate solution to urban heat islands and rising playground blacktop temperatures

• Reduce school district maintenance costs, leaf litter, and water bills

• Trees mature 10 times faster than conventional landscaping while using a fraction of the water

• Native plants create ecological habitat for butterflies, pollinators, and birds

• Inspire your school community to come together in environmental service

• Promote student wellness and fresh air

• Forests can fit into as little as 200 sq ft on a school playground or replace the front lawn!