Seedlings available for reforestation and habitat improvement

Release Date: Mar 24, 2017

Contact(s): Venetia Gempler 208-373-4105

Boise, Idaho, March 24, 2017 -- Landowners who want trees to create windbreaks, improve wildlife habitat, and enhance forests on their property are encouraged to come to the Boise National Forest Lucky Peak Nursery’s annual surplus seedling sale.

 

This year limited quantities of ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir seedlings six to 10 inches tall will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The minimum quantity for purchase is 50 seedlings for $30.00. A bundle of 50 seedlings will easily fit into a standard grocery bag.

 

The Lucky Peak Nursery’s annual surplus seedling sale will begin this year Saturday, April 1, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Seedlings will not be available Sunday, April 2. After the first Saturday, the seedling sale will continue through the end of April, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., while supplies last.

 

 

Each year, the Lucky Peak Nursery produces over 3 million trees and shrubs. These seedlings are used in reforestation activities on public lands in the intermountain west disturbed by wildfire, timber harvests, etc. When the Nursery has produced more seedlings than needed the surplus becomes available to rural landowners for conservation plantings.

 

 

The seedlings are best suited for landowners with property in rural areas. They are not intended for homeowners in urban areas to plant in their backyards. Landowners who purchase the seedlings can expect the majority of them to grow and thrive if planted correctly. Written planting instructions and technical assistance will be available at the Lucky Peak Nursery. The Lucky Peak Nursery is located 16 miles northeast of Boise on State Highway 21. For more information about the annual seedling sale, call (208) 343-1977.

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