SWCD taking orders for tree seedlings

VW independent/submitted information

The Van Wert Soil and Water Conservation District tree seedling sale has begun. The seedlings are available in packets of 10 at a minimal cost. Since the seedlings are being sold at a very minimal price there are no guarantees. Order forms are available at the SWCD office, 1185 Professional Drive in Van Wert, until Friday, March 18.

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 (two of the following) — American Arborvitae, Forsythia, Sweet Gum, Sawtooth Oak, White Flowering Dogwood.
• The 1-ounce Wildflower Seed contains 10-12 different annual and 10-12 different perennial species adapted for this area will cover 250 square feet.
• The half-ounce Hummingbird Seed contains 4-6 different annual and 4-6 different perennial varieties will cover 150 square feet.
• The 1-ounce Bird and Butterfly Seed contains 7-9 different annual and 7-9 different perennial varieties will cover 250 square feet.

This program is open to the public. Orders will be accepted until March 18. Delivery date is mid-April. Payment (cash or check) is required when placing the order. An order form and information on each species is available on the SWCD website at www.vanwertswcd.org.