More than 50 species of trees and shrubs available to order online
SANTA FE— The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department Forestry Division spring seedling sale kicks off Dec. 7. The Conservation Seedling program will have approximately 30,000 trees and shrubs available for sale on the Forestry Division website. Uses include windbreaks, erosion control, supporting wildlife habitat, watershed restoration, reclamation projects, and reforestation.
“Now is the perfect time for landowners to begin making plans for spring planting season,” Carol Bada, conservation seedling program manager said. “We have more than 50 species of seedlings available for multiple conservation purposes, including the always popular piñon pine and fragrant lilac.”
One-year-old, small container seedlings (10 cu. inch container) of the same species are available in minimum lots of 49 for $80. Two-season, large container seedlings (40 cu. inch container) are available in lots of 20 for $57. Bare root seedlings will be sold for $32 per bundle with a minimum order of two bundles. There is a $5 handling fee per order and an additional $10 fee per lot for all UPS orders. All sales are final.
A full list of seedling species, program requirements, suggested uses, and planting instructions can be found at http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SFD. The deadline to order is April 16, 2021 with distribution taking place beginning March 8 through April 23.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, seedlings will be shipped by UPS or distributed via curbside pick-up at the Forestry Division seedling warehouse, 3250 Calle Princessa Juana, in Santa Fe.
Warehouse hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 8:30 am-12 pm and 1 pm – 4:30 pm.
For customer and employee safety, warehouse pick-up is by appointment only and will be scheduled by phone or email once orders are processed. COVID-19 protocols will be followed at all times. This includes face mask attire and social distancing.
Methods of online payment include Discover Card, MasterCard, or Visa Card. Checks are accepted with mail-in application forms, which can be downloaded from the Forestry Division website.
Landowners who need an order form mailed to them should contact the New Mexico Forestry Division by April 10, 2021 at (505) 476-3325.
All proceeds are reinvested back into the Conservation Seedling Program.
