2024 SWCD Annual Tree Seedling Sale Underway!
Trees have a job to do, and winter is the perfect time to plan for spring planting. By putting tress to “work” on your land, you can watch them do essential tasks like improve water quality, control soil erosion, increase agricultural production, provide a windbreak, enhance wildlife habitat or just beautify your surroundings! This year the Highland Soil and Water Conservation Districts’ Annual Tree Seedling Sale will offer hardy seedlings and white vinyl flags.
This is your once-a-year opportunity to make purchases at a minimal price with a maximum long-range benefit.
The tree seedling packets shown below will be offered on a first come, first serve basis so get your order in early. The pickup date will be April 5, 2024, at the Liberty Township building in Hillsboro. After you have placed your order, a reminder post card will be mailed to you closer to the scheduled dates. Because of the low cost, we cannot furnish seedling replacements, nor can we mail or deliver your order. These seedlings are from one to two years of age and average 8 to 10 inches in height. Most orders will fit in a regular size grocery bag. If you are interested in purchasing tree seedlings you may contact the Highland SWCD office at 937-393-1922 or download the order form today!
Trees have a job to do, and winter is the perfect time to plan for spring planting. By putting tress to “work” on your land, you can watch them do essential tasks like improve water quality, control soil erosion, increase agricultural production, provide a windbreak, enhance wildlife habitat or just beautify your surroundings! This year the Highland Soil and Water Conservation Districts’ Annual Tree Seedling Sale will offer hardy seedlings and white vinyl flags.
This is your once-a-year opportunity to make purchases at a minimal price with a maximum long-range benefit.
The tree seedling packets shown below will be offered on a first come, first serve basis so get your order in early. The pickup date will be April 5, 2024, at the Liberty Township building in Hillsboro. After you have placed your order, a reminder post card will be mailed to you closer to the scheduled dates. Because of the low cost, we cannot furnish seedling replacements, nor can we mail or deliver your order. These seedlings are from one to two years of age and average 8 to 10 inches in height. Most orders will fit in a regular size grocery bag. If you are interested in purchasing tree seedlings you may contact the Highland SWCD office at 937-393-1922 or download the order form today!
White Pine This is a rapid growing, pyramidal pine with soft spray-like foliage. Light green in color with needles 3-5 inches long. Prefers moderately drained soils and full sun to light shade. Makes a good second or inside row for windbreaks. Can grow up to 60 feet high. (25 Seedlings in a packet for $20 tax included)
Red Oak
This wide and massive long-lived shade tree is fast growing, reaching 75 to 80 feet at maturity. Its lustrous green leaves change to russet red in the fall. An excellent timber or yard tree that produces food and shelter for wildlife. Tolerates poorly to well-drained soils with full sun. (10 Seedlings in a packet for $15 tax included) |
Norway Spruce Fastest growing of the spruce, gaining heights of 40 to 60 feet. Dense dark green needles never get longer than 1-inch and are formed on distinctive sweeping branches all the way to the ground. Prefers poorly to moderately drained soils with full sun. Excellent tree for screens and windbreaks. (25 Seedlings in a packet for $20 tax included)
Red Maple
This fast growing tree can grow up to 120 feet in height. Highly prized because of its bright red flowers in early spring before leaves appear. Bright green leaves turn brilliant red or orange in fall. This tree can tolerate wet, swampy soil conditions. (10 Seedlings in a packet for $15 tax included) |
Colorado Blue Spruce
A slower growing tree that varies in color from silvery blue to blue-green. Needles are stiff, sharp and range from ¾ to 1½ inches long. Prefers average to well-drained soils and full sun. Can grow up to 50 feet tall. (25 Seedlings in a packet for $20 tax included) 
Black Walnut
This is a large nut tree with a broad oval crown that can reach as high as 70 to 100 feet. It is a valued timber tree for veneer and furniture. Prefers rich deep soil and needs plenty of space with full sun. Fast growing at first, then slows. Tree will produce delicious edible nuts. (10 Seedlings in a packet for $15 tax included) |