TREE SEEDLING DISTRIBUTION
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How
much do the seedlings cost? How
big will the tree seedlings be? Where
can I learn more about selecting species suitable for my property? When
is the deadline for ordering trees? How
do I place an order for tree seedlings? How
do I pay for my tree seedling order? What
should I do to prepare for tree planting? Where
can I find details about the pick-up date, times and location? What
if I can’t pick up my trees on the designated date? How
will my tree seedling order be packaged on pick-up day? How
should I transport my seedlings home from the pick-up location? How
do I handle, plant, and care for the seedlings? How
long will it take me to plant my trees? Should
I fertilize my tree seedlings? The 2012 Tree Seedling Distribution
Program is open to residents of the following municipalities:
Residents of other For the 2012 Tree Distribution Program, all species
are being sold in bundles of 10 seedlings. The price per bundle varies
by species; all applicable taxes are included.
Bare-root plant material is sold with the roots
exposed and bare of soil (i.e., seedlings are not potted). The stock is
grown in fields, and is harvested in early spring when the plant is
dormant. Bare-root stock is perishable, and must be handled carefully
and planted as soon as possible. Buying bare-root stock is considerably
cheaper than purchasing container-grown plants. How
big will the tree seedlings be? Seedlings
are 1 to 5 year-old bare-root plants (i.e. not potted). Seedlings are
approximately 20 to 100 cm (8 to 39”) in height, and ˝ cm (1/4”) in
stem diameter. The age and size
of seedlings varies by species (for details, see our
2012 price
list).
White Spruce (10 seedlings) Red Oak (10 seedlings)
For more information on species characteristics, see
our Species
Selection Guide. The deadline for ordering trees is
January 27, 2012.
Orders received after this date will NOT be accepted because we have to
confirm our bulk order with the nursery. A limited number of trees are
available, and we usually sell out of many species – order early to
avoid disappointment. To place a seedling order, fill out the form online
here or telephone Michelle Hudolin at Severn Sound Environmental Association (705-527-5166 ext. 202). SSEA staff will verify that the requested stock is available, confirm your payment amount, and provide payment instructions within one week of your order. How
do I pay for my tree seedling order? Payment is due by Payment options include personal cheque or money
order (payable to: Severn Sound Environmental Association). Post-dated
cheques will NOT be accepted. Sorry, we do not accept credit card payments. There are no refunds on orders less than $40.00 and
no refunds on orders cancelled after Send payment to: SEVERN SOUND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATION TREE DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM 67
What
should I do to prepare for tree planting? For more information on preparing for tree planting, read the information on Site Preparation. Tree seedlings are perishable, and must be handled carefully and planted as soon as possible, ideally the same day they are picked up. The pick-up day for tree orders will be a Saturday in late April or early May 2012. The date depends on spring weather conditions, which influence when the nursery can harvest the seedlings. The pick-up date and location varies by municipality. Receipts and pick-up instructions will be sent in early April 2012, as soon as the details are finalized. Receipts will be required as proof of purchase on the pick-up date. You are responsible for seedling pick-up on the designated date. What
if I can’t pick up my trees on the designated date? If you are unable to pick up your seedlings on the
designated date, you are required to make arrangements to have someone
pick up your order on your behalf (please send them with your receipt).
We do not have the appropriate facilities available to store or
distribute seedlings after the pick-up day. Individual orders of tree/shrub seedlings will be
packaged in tree bags. Tree bags are large paper bags with a plastic
liner, similar in size to a large curbside garbage bag. Depending on the
type and size of the trees and the quantity of trees in the order, more
than one tree bag may be required. Generally, one tree bag will hold
approximately 200-300 trees, therefore only large orders will require
more than one bag. How
should I transport my seedlings home from the pick-up location? A trailer is not generally needed for picking up
seedlings. Tree orders containing several hundred trees and/or a large
proportion of evergreen seedlings will be bulkier than small orders of
hardwood/shrub seedlings. Large orders may require a pick-up truck, but
many smaller orders will fit in a van or in the trunk of a car. It is
important to handle seedlings gently, and keep the seedlings cool and
well ventilated at all times. Travel time should be minimized to prevent
the seedlings from overheating in your vehicle, so plan to take your
seedlings directly home once you pick them up. How
do I handle, plant, and care for the seedlings? Tree seedlings are perishable, and must be handled
carefully and planted as soon as possible, ideally the same day they are
picked up. For more information on handling, planting and caring for
seedlings, read our Tree Planting Tips and
Careful Handling of Nursery
Stock. Tree seedlings should ideally be planted the same day
they are picked up. Inexperienced tree planters should plan on planting
approximately 400 trees per person in an eight-hour day. Experienced
tree planters will usually plant 1000 trees or more per person in a day.
If the right tree was selected for the planting site,
fertilizer should not be needed to produce healthy trees. Be aware that
fertilizer can harm tree seedlings if used improperly: Never add fertilizer to the hole before planting
seedlings - fertilizer can damage the delicate roots. Too much nitrogen causes above-ground seedling growth
at the expense of root development. To help your seedlings grow, keep the area around the
tree free from grass or weeds that will compete for moisture and
nutrients, and water the seedlings during dry periods for the first few
years.
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