REGION– You can take steps now to set the stage for perfect planting days this spring!
The time to order your tree is now. Local conservation districts, nurseries and reputable online retailers are all good places to find the right tree for your space. Whether you’re looking for a tall, fast-growing shade tree or a small, flowering tree to attract bees and butterflies, it’s helpful to learn about the needs of the tree species you want to plant so you can help it grow.
If you want to plant many trees or need layout assistance, a landscaping or nursery professional can help with planning and logistics.
Find how and where to plant a tree, suggestions for what kind of tree to plant and tips to care for your tree at Michigan.gov/MiTrees. You’ll also find a planting map where you can digitally “pin” your new tree and add it to a growing online forest that reflects the landscape. Each tree planted gets Michigan closer to our pledge to plant 50 million trees by 2030.
With proper planting and care, your tree will grow strong and healthy.
Questions about tree care? Contact DNR urban forester Lawrence Sobson at 313-316-4137.
