What time is it? Tree Time!

It is that time of year again! “What time is that?” you may ask. It is tree sale! This year we have a variety for you to choose from such as those that produce shade for the yard and your family, ones that make fruit for you and the backyard critters, and those that stay green all year long. Regardless of what you are looking for, we have you covered!

This year we are offering a package called Beauty Bundle which includes trees such as Redbud, Common Lilac, White Flowering Dogwood, American Plum, and Sweetbay Magnolia. You will receive two of each, totaling 10, for the price of $30.

We are also offering a backyard package titled Backyard Pickins. This will have a select variety that will flower and produce fruit. This package includes Jewel Black Raspberry, Patriot Blueberry, Hull Thornless Blackberry, Domestic Apple, and Black Elderberry. This comes in a pack of 10 for $50.

If you are in the mood for evergreens we have those too! Conifers are in packs of 10 and broadleaves are in packs of 5 ranging in price from $15 to $65.

There are many ways to order your trees so visit our website at ashlandswcd.com or stop by the office to fill out an order form at 110 Cottage Street Ashland, OH 44805. Supplies are limited so do not wait and place your tree order today!

Trees are suitable for many things, other than cutting them down and turning them into paper or furniture. They make shade in select areas, homes, and food for wildlife in the area, create oxygen in your local neighborhood, help with erosion and absorb water when a heavy storm rolls through.

One tree that provides all the characteristics above and one that we are selling this year is called the Sweetbay Magnolia. This tree is native to the southern parts of North America as it enjoys full sunshine and wet soils. Growing 10 to 20 feet tall, it is known for its soft gray bark which is great for making furniture and the huge leaves and flowers create a warming lemon scent in the late spring. The flowers are white and pink averaging the size of your hand. These trees have the nickname ‘beaver tree’ as beavers, squirrels, and other critters are attracted tothe sweet-tasting root systems. Birds enjoy the fruit and caterpillars find the leaves cozy and inviting.

We have many trees to choose from this year for any occasion or need. If you have any questions, please call our office at 419-281-7645 or stop in.