SWCD taking orders for seed packets

Van Wert SWCD information

The Van Wert Soil and Water Conservation District has begun taking orders for tree seedlings. The seedlings are available in packets of 10 at a minimal cost.

The following seedling species are available: American Arborvitae, Austrian Pine, Colorado Blue Spruce, Eastern Red Cedar, Eastern White Pine, Norway Spruce, Arrowwood, American Cranberry, Black Chokeberry, Black Walnut, Forsythia, Red Bud, Sawtooth Oak, Sweet Gum and White Flowering Dogwood.

Special assorted packets that are available are:

Homeowner Packet — consists of two of the following:  American Arborvitae, Forsythia, Sweet Gum, Sawtooth Oak, White Flowering Dogwood.

Three seed packets are available. They include: Wildflower Seed, Hummingbird Seed, and Bird and Butterfly Seed.

• The 1-ounce Wildflower Seed packet contains 10-12 different annual and 10-12 different perennial species adapted for this area and will cover 250 square feet.
• The half-ounce Hummingbird Seed contains 4-6 different annual and 4-6 different perennial varieties that will cover 150 square feet.
• The 1-ounce Bird and Butterfly Seed contains 7-9 different annual and 7-9 different perennial varieties and will cover 250 square feet.

This program is open to the public. Order forms are available in the SWCD office, 1185 Professional Drive in Van Wert, or by calling 419.238.9591. Orders will be accepted until Friday, March 18. The delivery date is mid-April. Payment (cash/check) is required when placing the order.