Trees, Plantskydd®, Treeshelters and Tree Mats
A tree order form for 2011 will be available in September. Please check this site or call the office for information.
To view or download a list of some tree characteristics and needs, click here: TreeCharacteristics2010.pdf
Protect those new seedlings with Plantskydd and tree shelters! See below for information on these products. They are available all year at the District office.
Trees and shrubs may be ordered for 2011 beginning in September for pick-up in early May. There is no ordering deadline, but you have a better chance of getting the species you want by ordering early as the District has a pre-ordered number of trees. A down payment of 50% is required on all orders. A new ordering form will be posted on this website in September.
The District offers a variety of trees and shrubs for your conservation needs. Please call the office to talk with staff if you have questions about what species would best be suited to your situation. There is a minimum purchase of 25 for each species ordered.
PLANTSKYDD®
Plantskydd® is an animal repellent developed in Sweden, now made in the USA from 100% natural ingredients with dried blood. It contains no synthetic additives, is non-toxic and not harmful to animals or the environment when used as directed. Plantskydd® repels animals by emitting an odor that browsing animals associate with predator activity. It has been proven effective in extensive field trials against deer, elk, moose, rabbits, and opossum. View this information at www.plantskydd.com. Trees and shrubs should be treated before browse begins in spring or fall, and new growth should be treated until the plant has reached full size or leaf-out. It lasts up to 6 months over winter and up to 4 months during the active growing season. A brochure on Plantskydd ® is available in the SWCD office.
Plantskydd is available in the following sizes and costs (includes tax):
1 qt. liquid spray.................$ 23.35 (ready-to-use)
1 lb. powder........................$ 26.60 (mix yourself)
2.2 lb. powder.....................$ 42.15 (mix yourself)
1.3 gallon liquid..................$ 58.20 (refill your sprayer)
1 lb. granular.......................$ 10.50 (newest form to sprinkle around plants)
3 lb. granular.......................$ 24.35 (shaker bag)
7 lb. granular.......................$39.15 (shaker bag)
TREESHELTERS AND TREE MATS
Plantra® Treeshelters and Tree Mats are now available for purchase at the district office.
Treeshelters--You may choose between 4' ($3.05 plus tax) and
5' ($3.51 plus tax) treeshelters with a bamboo rod. A
treeshelter (shown left) is excellent protection for your seedlings.
Tree Mats (shown at right) come with 5 long staples to secure them in the ground and sell for $1.22 each plus tax.
Plantra® products protect your seedlings and get them off to a successful start. Deer and rodents can't feed on them and transplant stress is also reduced. Tree Mats provide long lasting weed control for those who prefer not to spray.
These products will also be available in the office year-round.