SpeedTree is procedural vegetation software for Windows that lets artists generate realistic trees, plants, and foliage and bring them into engines like Unity and Unreal.
- Introduction
- Highlights
- Gallery
- System Specs
- How to Install
- Getting Up and Running
- Common Questions
- Support
- License
SpeedTree for Windows gives artists a procedural approach to growing vegetation, turning adjustable rules into full trees, plants, and dense foliage. Rather than modeling every leaf by hand, you set parameters for growth, branching, and canopy shape, then refine the details where it matters. The software has become a go-to choice in game development and reaches across film and visualization pipelines too, thanks to output that moves cleanly into real-time and rendered scenes.
- Procedural growth — Generate trees and plants from parametric controls, then hand-tune branches and leaves for a custom look.
- Model library — Draw from the SpeedTree library of ready-made species and adapt them instead of starting each plant from scratch.
- Wind and seasons — Author natural wind motion and seasonal variation so vegetation feels living and dynamic.
- Engine export — Push finished assets to real-time engines, with SpeedTree Unity support and Unreal compatibility for consistent in-game foliage.
- Level-of-detail tools — Build LODs and billboards that keep large forests efficient in games and interactive visualization.
Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: A modern 64-bit multi-core processor
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Storage: Several GB of free space for the app and assets
Recommended
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: A recent high-performance multi-core processor
- Memory: 16 GB RAM or more
- Storage: An SSD with ample free space for large model libraries
- Click the Download button above to get the latest version of SpeedTree.
- Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen setup steps.
- Launch SpeedTree and sign in or activate your license to begin.
- Create a new model or open a tree from the SpeedTree library.
- Dial in the procedural controls for trunk, branching, and canopy shape.
- Add wind and seasonal settings for natural motion and variety.
- Generate levels of detail so the model performs well in dense scenes.
- Export the asset to your engine, such as Unity or Unreal, and add it to your project.
Is SpeedTree free? SpeedTree is a paid product available under several licensing tiers built for different users, from games and indie creators to larger studio and enterprise teams. A free trial may be available so you can evaluate the software first. Refer to the official SpeedTree website for current licensing details.
Which versions of Windows are supported? SpeedTree runs on modern 64-bit Windows, including Windows 10 and Windows 11. Keep your operating system and graphics drivers up to date for the smoothest experience.
Is my data secure? Your models and project files stay on your Windows machine unless you choose to share them. Maintain regular backups and keep your license and account credentials private.
For help with SpeedTree, open the built-in Help or Support section inside the app, where you'll find documentation, troubleshooting tips, and contact options. You can also consult the official SpeedTree website for the latest guides, tutorials, and support resources.
This project is licensed under the MIT License — you are free to use, copy, modify, and distribute it. The full MIT License text is provided in the LICENSE file included with the project.