Planting trees and native grasses not only beautifies your property, but it also contributes to better water quality, and helps prevent erosion. The SWCD sells bare-root tree and shrub seedlings, and native prairie seed mixes every year. We start taking orders in the fall of the year for delivery the following spring. The tree and shrub seedlings are sold in bundles of 25, with average delivery sizes ranging between 7-18" tall. We do not split bundles, 25 is the minimum order.

Anyone can place an order; you do not need to be a Carver County resident. We require full payment at the time of your order, and checks are the preferred payment type. Our tree pick up is at Baylor Park in Norwood Young America and has historically been the last Friday and Saturday in April. You will receive pick up instructions by mail and/or email 1-2 weeks before the handout.

Our tree and native prairie seed program is operated on a pre-paid, first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last. The earlier you place your order, the better your chances are of receiving the quantities and species you want. If we sell out of a species, there is no guarantee that we can obtain more stock from our supplier. Please feel free to contact the office before placing your order, to ensure we have adequate stock.

Everyone who has ordered trees in the past, should receive a copy of the Carver SWCD's fall newsletter which includes the tree order form.  If you are not on our mailing list, and would like to receive our newsletters, contact Felicia. 

DISCLAIMERS:

• Trees, plants, and seed purchased through the Carver SWCD are to be used for the purposes of reforestation, water quality, natural landscaping, windbreaks and/or wildlife habitat improvement.
• Carver SWCD is not responsible for the condition of live plant stock after the scheduled pick-up days, and provides no guarantee for its condition or survival.
• Orders are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• No tree order cancelations after February 1.

Tree Descriptions with Photos - this document lists all of our trees with their scientific and common name, as well as short descriptions with photos.

Tree descriptions and photos are courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the University of Minnesota Extension Service,  North Dakota State University and the North Dakota Extension Service, and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. Some descriptions are for a similar variety of tree, and may not be exactly what we receive from our nurseries.

How to plant a Bareroot Seedling (link to Minnesota DNR publication)

Native Seed Mixes offered:

Helpful Tree Information from the Minnesota DNR:

• Choosing the right tree or shrub for your area
• How to Plant a Bareroot Seedling
• Tree Planting Guides
  
• Tree Planting and Care           

Emerald Ash Borer Information

• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
• Minnesota Department of Agriculture
• University of Minnesota Extension Service

Primary Contact: Felicia Brockoff, Administrative & Finance Specialist
11360 Highway 212, STE 6 | Cologne, MN 55322 | Phone: (952) 466-5230