Native tree and shrub fundraiser planned

The Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Program of Lancaster County will host its fourth annual native tree and shrub sale. The sale will feature a limited supply of 28 different trees and shrubs, all of which are native to Pennsylvania.

The trees and shrubs provide food, shelter and nesting habitat for wildlife, as well as privacy, shade, foliage and landscape beautification. Planting trees can also reduce flooding, stabilize soil and filter pollutants. The Master Watershed Stewards noted that fall is one of the best times to plant new trees.

Proceeds from this fundraiser support the Lancaster County Master Watershed Steward Program and its efforts to share information and inspire improvements within local watersheds.

Preorders are required; no plants will be sold at the pickup locations. To place orders through Sunday, Aug. 27, visit https://extension.psu.edu/mws-tree-sale.

Plants may be picked up on Friday, Oct. 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster.

To learn more about the tree sale, visit the aforementioned website. A complete list of trees and shrubs with planting requirements is available at https://tinyurl.com/MWS-2023TreeSale under the "Tree/Shrub Catalog" tab. To place an order by phone, call 877-345-0691 on Mondays to Fridays between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.

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