Vladivostok transforms its urban landscape with massive spring greening campaign
Vladivostok Launches Spring Tree-Planting Season as First Saplings Take Root Near Energy Technical College
Vladivostok has kicked off its spring planting season, with the first trees and shrubs already taking root in a newly landscaped square near the Energy Technical College at 102 Borisenko Street. According to city officials, the work is being carried out by employees of the municipal enterprise Green Vladivostok, who will continue planting across other public spaces in the regional capital in the coming weeks.
The square near the Energy Technical College on Borisenko Street was recently renovated, featuring new walkways, seating areas, a children's playground, and lighting. Now, the space is being further enhanced with trees and shrubs—city landscapers emphasize that this is the second phase of improvements, designed to make the area cozier and better protected from wind.
A total of 65 new plants have been added to the square, including false Siebold maples, several varieties of lilac, weigela, hydrangeas, junipers, willows, and peach saplings. The selected species are well-suited to Primorye's coastal climate and, according to experts, should thrive in urban conditions.
City authorities report that trees and shrubs will soon be planted in other locations, including the park at 116 Kirov Street, the courtyard at 26 Vatutin Street, the square at 96–98 Nekrasovskaya Street, as well as public spaces in Patrokl Bay, along Leopard Quay, Russkaya Street, and the Snegovaya Pad area. These sites were previously upgraded under the national Infrastructure for Life project and are now being gradually filled with greenery.
By 2026, Vladivostok plans to plant over 30,000 trees and shrubs, including mature specimens. Municipal officials note that a separate initiative will focus on forest species: Green Vladivostok employees, together with residents, intend to plant 20,000 Korean pine seedlings and 5,000 Manchurian apricot seedlings in selected areas within the city and on its outskirts.
In addition to trees and shrubs, city services are preparing for the seasonal flower displays. According to tender documents and municipal explanations, around 5,000 perennial herbaceous plants and approximately 260,000 annuals will be planted in flower beds and along streets in 2026. The list includes cotoneaster, sage, sedge, petunia, catharanthus, begonia, pelargonium, mealycup sage, and other decorative species, which will be used to adorn flower beds and borders on central streets and in Vladivostok's parks.
Some preparations began last autumn, when 41,000 tulip bulbs were planted. They are expected to bloom this spring, adding vibrant colors to the city's squares and main thoroughfares.
