TREE PLANTINGS
LCCD provides free trees to landowners in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Keystone 10 Million Trees Partnership.
To date, the Lebanon County Conservation District has planted over 2,800 trees in Lebanon County!
Continue reading to learn more about our program.
Why should we plant trees?
Trees are a crucial part of a healthy ecosystem. They filter soil and water pollutants, protecting our natural resources while producing the oxygen we need to breathe. In Lebanon County, the annual benefits provided by tree cover (including reductions in air pollution, stormwater, and carbon dioxide) total $20.8 million. Trees can also increase property value and improve mental well-being.
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Landowners request trees, either directly through LCCD or through the K10 program. If using the K10 program, landowners will get matched with a local partner (not necessarily LCCD) to go through the process.
LCCD conducts site visits with the interested landowners.
LCCD assists in developing a planting plan — selecting species, planting locations, and numbers for the site.
LCCD orders trees from the K10 program and distributes to landowners.
Planting!
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Landowners are responsible for post-planting maintenance including mowing and straightening tree shelters as needed.
Trees and their accompanying shelters are free.
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Spring or fall.
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LCCD organizes volunteer plantings for large sites. At smaller sites, the landowner may be responsible for planting.
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Over 60 species are offered, including conifers, shrubs, fruit trees, flowering trees, and more. LCCD receives containerized seedlings (3x3x9 inch pots) between 1-3 feet tall. Each tree comes with a tube and stake to prevent deer damage.
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Minimum: 25
Maximum: 500 (Depends on the season)
Request your free trees today!
As a Lebanon County landowner, you can request free trees through the Lebanon County Conservation District. To request trees for your property or request further information about our program, call 717-277-5275 ext. 114 or fill out the contact form below. There is a minimum order of 25 trees.
Landowners interested in fewer than 25 trees or interested in trees for landscaping purposes should consider purchasing directly from a grower, local conservation organization, or LCCD’s annual spring Tree & Plant Sale.
If you live outside of Lebanon County, you can still request free trees from the 10 Million Trees program!
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