RACINE – For the 40th year, the Racine County Land Conservation Division is offering the public an opportunity to purchase 2- to 3-year-old tree seedlings.

These bare-root seedlings, which are 12 to 18 inches high and sold in bundles of 25, include a variety of pines, spruces, shrubs and hardwoods. Prairie seed mix, wildflower seeds, fertilizer and water gel are also available.

Purchases can be made online at www.racinecounty.gov/TreeProgram. The deadline to order is February 24, 2023. Supply is limited, so those interested are encouraged toorder as soon as possible. You do not need to be a Racine County resident to participate.

Seedlings can be picked up at the Racine County Fairgrounds in mid-April; a specific date and time will be sent via mail. No trees will be delivered or shipped to customer homes, and all purchases are non-refundable.

The Land Conservation Office has annually provided low-cost tree seedlings to promote conservation and environmental stewardship throughout Racine County. For additional information or questions, please contact Chad Sampson, Racine County Conservationist, at (262) 886-8440 or chad.sampson@racinecounty.gov.