Plant a tree for the 2017 Spring season – be a ‘Tree hugger’
State of Maryland -Tired of mowing your lawn? Consider converting part of your grasslands to woodlands with trees from the John S. Ayton State Forest Tree Nursery, managed by the State Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
New this year are Beautyberry Shrub seedlings – Maryland native plants – which beautify landscapes and improve habitat, as well as authentic Wye Oak seedlings. All seedlings purchased from the DNR shall be planted for conservation, lumber and/or cut Christmas tree purposes. Plantings shall be protected as far as possible from fire, grazing and trespass.
Trees may not be offered for sale with roots attached for removal from the land as live or ornamental trees.
Redbud – Maryland native
“Most of our customers are individual landowners who enjoy adding trees to their property for beauty and conservation purposes,” said Maryland State Forest Tree Nursery Manager Richard Garrett. “Trees benefit the environment as well as enhance natural habitat for birds, squirrels and other wildlife. The nursery seeks to provide exceptional customer service with high-quality seedlings at competitive prices.”
Douglas Fir
Western U.S. species commonly used for Christmas trees and windbreaks. Lincoln, N.M. seed source.
The nursery is now accepting seedling orders for large plantings on private lands and offers over 50 conifer and deciduous species, from Douglas Fir to River Birch, to meet a variety of aesthetic preferences and conservation needs, be it buffer plantings, soil protection, watershed protection, wildlife habitat or windbreak protection.
A minimum order of 25 seedlings per species is required. Supplies are limited so hurry and visit www.nursey.dnr.mayland.gov for more details and to take a look at the selection of trees, etc.
Interested in planting a Beautyberry shrub, an example of the pricing and more information can be found below. is as followings Beautyberry grows 5-8 feet tall and almost as wide. Clusters of purple berries form on the stems in the fall. It will tolerate light shade. Maryland native.
Order in increments of 25 per species up to 100. (example: 25, 50, 75) If ordering 100 or more use increments of 100. (example: 100, 200, 300) Price listed is per seedling in group size you have selected. Price indicated in your shopping cart does not include the shipping fee. Shipping fee is 20% of the total dollar amount of your order or minimum of $20, whichever is greater. You will receive a separate order invoice for payment from the nursery, which will include the shipping fee. Shipping of your order will be March-April.
