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MUSKEGON CONSERVATION DISTRICT
| The mission of the Muskegon Conservation District is serving, educating, and empowering our community for natural resource protection by providing site-specific technical assistance and information to landowners in all aspects of natural resource management. |
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Spring Seedling Fundraiser 2010
Thank you for your interest in supporting the Muskegon Conservation
District! View available products for our Spring Fundraiser by clicking on
the categories below, or you can download the entire catalog by clicking on
the image to the right.
• Orders are due by April 2, 2010.
• Pick up date is April 17 (Saturday), 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
• Extra stock will be sold on a first come, first served basis on:
April 17 (Saturday), 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, and
April 20-23 (Tuesday - Friday), by appointment only.
Thank you for your interest in supporting the Muskegon Conservation
District! View available products for our Spring Fundraiser by clicking on
the categories below, or you can download the entire catalog by clicking on
the image to the right.
• Orders are due by April 2, 2010.
• Pick up date is April 17 (Saturday), 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
• Extra stock will be sold on a first come, first served basis on:
April 17 (Saturday), 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, and
April 20-23 (Tuesday - Friday), by appointment only.
| Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm Due to the nature of our work, the office may be closed during regular office hours as our staff are working in the field or attending appointments with landowners. Thank You! Phone: 231-773-0008 |
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• Order Deadline is April 2, 2010.
• Orders will be filled in the order in which they are received.
• Refunds or replacements will be offered for sold out stock. While we will make our best effort to
satisfy every order, we cannot guarantee every order will be filled completely.
• Orders of $100.00 or less must be paid in full at time of order. Orders exceeding $100.00 will
require a 25% deposit at time of order. Balance is due at time of pick up.
• A full refund will be granted for orders cancelled by phone or letter prior to April 2, 2010. Orders
cancelled after that date will be refunded the total of the order less a 25% service charge.
• No refunds will be given for orders not picked up by 5:00 pm, Wednesday, April 21, 2010.
• PICK UP April 17 (Saturday) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Extra stock sold April 17 (Saturday) 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
April 20-23 (Tues - Fri) By appointment only
• You are responsible for checking your order for completeness at time of pick up. A table is
provided for your convenience. Once your order has been taken to your vehicle we are no longer
liable for missing items.
• Due to the nature of the stock and the variables in handling and planting, there is no guarantee
on live plants. The Conservation District is not liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages claimed by the customer.
• It is unlawful for these trees, shrubs and other plants to be resold with the roots attached, in
accordance with the Insect Pest and Plant Disease Act, P.A. 189 of 1931, as amended.
• Orders will be filled in the order in which they are received.
• Refunds or replacements will be offered for sold out stock. While we will make our best effort to
satisfy every order, we cannot guarantee every order will be filled completely.
• Orders of $100.00 or less must be paid in full at time of order. Orders exceeding $100.00 will
require a 25% deposit at time of order. Balance is due at time of pick up.
• A full refund will be granted for orders cancelled by phone or letter prior to April 2, 2010. Orders
cancelled after that date will be refunded the total of the order less a 25% service charge.
• No refunds will be given for orders not picked up by 5:00 pm, Wednesday, April 21, 2010.
• PICK UP April 17 (Saturday) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Extra stock sold April 17 (Saturday) 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
April 20-23 (Tues - Fri) By appointment only
• You are responsible for checking your order for completeness at time of pick up. A table is
provided for your convenience. Once your order has been taken to your vehicle we are no longer
liable for missing items.
• Due to the nature of the stock and the variables in handling and planting, there is no guarantee
on live plants. The Conservation District is not liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages claimed by the customer.
• It is unlawful for these trees, shrubs and other plants to be resold with the roots attached, in
accordance with the Insect Pest and Plant Disease Act, P.A. 189 of 1931, as amended.
Conifers
Hardwoods/Deciduous Trees
Small Trees & Shrubs
Fruit Trees
Tree Pack Assortments & Tree Planting Products
Grasses, Wildflowers, Food Plot Seed
Other Conservation Products (Wildlife Homes, Compost Bins, Rain
Barrels, Books, and Conservation District Gear)
Hardwoods/Deciduous Trees
Small Trees & Shrubs
Fruit Trees
Tree Pack Assortments & Tree Planting Products
Grasses, Wildflowers, Food Plot Seed
Other Conservation Products (Wildlife Homes, Compost Bins, Rain
Barrels, Books, and Conservation District Gear)
Site Selection
Trees, shrubs and other plants come in a variety of shapes and sizes and all grow best under certain
site conditions. You need to consider the soil type, moisture levels, and the amount of sunlight and
space available for the chosen planting site. Then choose a species that will grow well in those
conditions. Avoid planting trees within 50 feet of septic drain fields, within 10 feet of buildings or 20 feet
of overhead wires, or where they will obstruct the view of nearby intersections.
Site Preparation
Eliminating competition from the planting area will greatly increase the survival and growth of new
seedlings. Site preparation can be done mechanically or chemically. The most effective method of
control may be to apply an herbicide during the late summer or early fall of the year prior to planting.
Plant Care
The roots of all bare root stock MUST be kept wet. If the roots are allowed to dry out, the seedlings will
be dead before they are planted. Tip: Keep plants covered while planting. It only takes a minute for
roots to dry out, especially on windy or sunny days. Store plants in a cool, dry place until they can be
planted. If planting cannot be done within one week, dig a trench, unpack the plants, spread out the
roots in the trench and cover the roots with soil. The plants can remain in these trenches until you are
ready to plant them.
Planting Methods
Drive the blade of a shovel or planting bar into the soil and push the handle back and forth to create a
“V” shaped hole. Insert the plant into the hole with the roots straight (do not wrap the roots in the hole)
and about as deep as they were planted in the nursery bed. There should be a soil line on the stem of
the plant. Push the soil back around the plant and pack it firmly.
Post-Planting Care
Water, water, water! The need for irrigation will depend on the rainfall and site conditions. If it is
possible to get water to the plants, irrigate when the soil feels dry, or any time there is less than and
inch of rainfall per week. Placing a few inches of mulch around the seedlings will help to hold moisture
and reduce the need for watering. Make sure that mulch is not touching the stem of the plant to prevent
pest damage and fungal infection.
Trees, shrubs and other plants come in a variety of shapes and sizes and all grow best under certain
site conditions. You need to consider the soil type, moisture levels, and the amount of sunlight and
space available for the chosen planting site. Then choose a species that will grow well in those
conditions. Avoid planting trees within 50 feet of septic drain fields, within 10 feet of buildings or 20 feet
of overhead wires, or where they will obstruct the view of nearby intersections.
Site Preparation
Eliminating competition from the planting area will greatly increase the survival and growth of new
seedlings. Site preparation can be done mechanically or chemically. The most effective method of
control may be to apply an herbicide during the late summer or early fall of the year prior to planting.
Plant Care
The roots of all bare root stock MUST be kept wet. If the roots are allowed to dry out, the seedlings will
be dead before they are planted. Tip: Keep plants covered while planting. It only takes a minute for
roots to dry out, especially on windy or sunny days. Store plants in a cool, dry place until they can be
planted. If planting cannot be done within one week, dig a trench, unpack the plants, spread out the
roots in the trench and cover the roots with soil. The plants can remain in these trenches until you are
ready to plant them.
Planting Methods
Drive the blade of a shovel or planting bar into the soil and push the handle back and forth to create a
“V” shaped hole. Insert the plant into the hole with the roots straight (do not wrap the roots in the hole)
and about as deep as they were planted in the nursery bed. There should be a soil line on the stem of
the plant. Push the soil back around the plant and pack it firmly.
Post-Planting Care
Water, water, water! The need for irrigation will depend on the rainfall and site conditions. If it is
possible to get water to the plants, irrigate when the soil feels dry, or any time there is less than and
inch of rainfall per week. Placing a few inches of mulch around the seedlings will help to hold moisture
and reduce the need for watering. Make sure that mulch is not touching the stem of the plant to prevent
pest damage and fungal infection.
Windbreaks:
conifers 7’ x 10’ 15 per 100 feet
shrubs 6’ x 10’ 17 per 100 feet
Reforestation/Erosion Control:
conifers 6’ x 8’ 908 per acre
hardwoods 10’ x 10’ 435 per acre
Christmas Trees:
all types 5’ x 5’ 1750 per acre
all types 6’ x 6’ 1210 per acre
conifers 7’ x 10’ 15 per 100 feet
shrubs 6’ x 10’ 17 per 100 feet
Reforestation/Erosion Control:
conifers 6’ x 8’ 908 per acre
hardwoods 10’ x 10’ 435 per acre
Christmas Trees:
all types 5’ x 5’ 1750 per acre
all types 6’ x 6’ 1210 per acre
Tree Planting Tips
General Guideline for Spacing and Tree Densities
Important Information
Volunteers are needed to pack trees and fill orders Thursday, April 15 through Saturday, April 17.
Volunteers will receive a free Conservation District travel mug or recycled cotton tote bag. For more
information, contact us at 231-773-0008.
Volunteers will receive a free Conservation District travel mug or recycled cotton tote bag. For more
information, contact us at 231-773-0008.
Volunteer Opportunities
All the starred (*) species are native to Michigan. Native species have adapted over the eons to
Michigan’s soils and climate. By planting them we provide the food and habitat necessary for our
native wildlife. The use of native species encourages a wide variety of plants in the landscape, and
this diversity nurtures animals, many of which rely on specific sources for food and shelter.
Michigan’s soils and climate. By planting them we provide the food and habitat necessary for our
native wildlife. The use of native species encourages a wide variety of plants in the landscape, and
this diversity nurtures animals, many of which rely on specific sources for food and shelter.
*Check out our selection of Native Species!*
Determining Seedling Age
To find out the age of a seedling, add the first and second numbers together. The first
number is the number of years the seedling was in the nursery bed; the second number
indicates the number of years in the transplant bed. The older the stock, the larger the
root system and diameter of the stem. (3-1) is a four year old plant that has spent three
years in a nursery bed and one year in a transplant bed.
number is the number of years the seedling was in the nursery bed; the second number
indicates the number of years in the transplant bed. The older the stock, the larger the
root system and diameter of the stem. (3-1) is a four year old plant that has spent three
years in a nursery bed and one year in a transplant bed.
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