Monroe Conservation District Spring 2017 Conservation Plants Fundraiser Catalog Nursery Inspection Number NCI 006803 Order Deadline - Monday, March 24, 2017 Pickup: Friday, April 21, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Monroe County Fairgrounds, M-50 1137 South Telegraph Road, Monroe, Michigan 48161 Phone: 734.241.7755 Ext 5 www.monroecd.org Thank You For Your Order! District tree sales are the major source of funding for the conservation projects in our county. We want to take this opportunity to thank you for supporting our programs and improving the environment by planting trees. Donations are accepted, appreciated, and tax-deductible. It is unlawful for these trees, shrubs, and other plants to be resold with the roots attached, in accordance with the Insect Pest and Plant Disease Act, P.A. 189 of 1931, as amended.
Spring 2017 Conservation Plants Fundraiser Catalog Monroe Conservation District 1137 South Telegraph Road, Monroe, Michigan 48161 Phone: (734) 241-7755 Ext. 5 Web site: www.monroecd.org Order Deadline: March 24, 2017 Page 1 DECIDUOUS (Hardwoods) All plants are bare root unless otherwise noted Sizes are not guaranteed. CONIFERS Size 5 trees 10 trees 25 trees 50 trees 100 trees Quantity Cost Colorado Blue Spruce 2 yr 12-18 $10.00 $14.00 $18.00 $26.00 $45.00 Norway Spruce 2 yr 10-15 $10.00 $14.00 $18.00 $26.00 $45.00 White Pine native 2 yr 15 $10.00 $14.00 $18.00 $26.00 $45.00 White Spruce 2 yr 12-18 $10.00 $14.00 $18.00 $26.00 $45.00 SHRUBS American Plum native 12-18" $18.00 $22.00 $32.00 $48.00 X Bayberry, Northern 12-18 $18.00 $22.00 $32.00 $48.00 X Butterfly Bush 12-18 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $40.00 $58.00 Cranberry, Highbush native 12-24" $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $45.00 $65.00 Elderberry, American 12-18 $18.00 $22.00 $32.00 $48.00 X Hazelnut 12-18" $18.00 $22.00 $32.00 $48.00 X Lilac, common 12-18 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $40.00 $58.00 Red Currant 6-12 $18.00 $22.00 $32.00 X X Red Osier Dogwood 12-18 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $40.00 $58.00 Black Cherry 12-18 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $48.00 X Chinese Chestnut 18-24 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $45.00 X European Mountain Ash 12-18 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $48.00 X Hackberry native 12-18 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $48.00 X Pin Oak native 12-18" $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $42.00 $65.00 Red Maple 12-18 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $48.00 X Red Oak 12-24 $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $45.00 X Sugar Maple native 12-18" $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $45.00 X White Birch 24 + $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $42.00 $65.00 White Oak native 12-18" $16.00 $20.00 $30.00 $45.00 $65.00 LARGER STOCK Size Quantity Cost Redbud 24-36 x $5.00 White Flowering Dogwood 24-36 x $5.00 TRANSPLANTS Size Quantity Cost Colorado Spruce 4 yr 18-24 x $4.00 Norway Spruce 4 yr 18-24" x $4.00 White Cedar native 4 yr 24-36" x $5.00 White Pine native 4 yr 24-36 x $5.50 White Spruce 4 yr 18-24 x $4.00 BERRY PLANTS Price Quantity Cost Blackberry, PrimeArk Freedom 5/23.50 thornless late season 10/45.00 Black Raspberry, Jewel summer bearing Red Raspberry, Caroline ever bearing Red Raspberry, Prelude early season Yellow Raspberry, Anne fall bearing 5/$22.50 10/$40.00 5/$16.00 10/$30.00 5/$16.00 10/$30.00 5/$16.00 10/$30.00 FRUIT TREES AND STRAWBERRIES Descriptions on pages 5 Variety Price Quantity Cost Apple, AutumnCrisp - needs pollinator $18.00 Apple, Enterprise- needs pollinator $18.00 Cherry, Kristin - SWEET needs pollinator $20.00 Cherry, Stardust - SWEET- self-fertile $20.00 Peach, Gloria - self fertile $17.50 Peach, Redhaven - self fertile $17.50 Peach, Starfire self fertile $17.50 Pear, Shinseiki, Asian - needs pollinator $19.00 Pear, Niitaka, Asian - needs pollinator $19.00 Strawberry, Brunswick early-mid 10/$10.00 Strawberry, Cabot late-mid season 10/$10.00 *new* Asparagus, Jersey Knight 25/$30.00 50/$45.00 Carry totals to page 3
Monroe Conservation District (734) 241.7755 Ext. 5 NOTE: Any discrepancies in order must be reported within 48 hours HYBRID DAYLILIES LOCALLY GROWN $5.25 EACH This may be the last year these will be available Blue Happiness - 7 blooms, 21 tall, rose pink with a blue edge. Blooms early season Dream Legacy - 4 ½ blooms, 26 tall, cream white, with wine-red eye. Blooms mid -season Elegant Candy - 4 ¼ blooms, 25 tall, pink with red eye. Blooms early to mid-season Pat Holman - 7 blooms, 27 tall, rose/pink bi-tone; reblooms. Blooms early to mid season Name Quantity Cost Respighi - 6 blooms, 20 tall, wine-black/chalky wine eyezone and yellow green throat, reblooms. Blooms early to mid season Stella DeOro - 3 blooms, 20 golden yellow, continuous blooming. Blooms early season. Prolific HOSTAS LOCALLY GROWN $5.25 EACH plants are in 4 1/2 inch pots Page 2 Name Quantity Cost Abiqua Drinking Gourd - Medium-large 22 h x 24 w. Puckered poser blue leaves upward facing & deeply cupped. Very slug resistant Guacomole - Medium-large 22 h x 28 w. Shiny round leaves w/ gold center & wide green edge, rapid grower, sun tolerant Holcyon Medium 24 h x 34 w. frosty blue-green color, ribbed, spear shape foliage. Fountain mound shape. Slug resistant Paul's Glory - Medium 25" h x 40" wide. Chartreuse heart shaped leaves changing to bright gold to white with narrow irregular blue green margins Patriot - Medium - 22 h x 30 w. Ovate leaves, dark green centers, crisp white, streaked margins (margins are creamyyellow in spring) Leaves are of better than average substance, slightly wavy, sun tolerant Rainforest Sunrise - Small - 8 h x 16 w. Slightly cupped, corrugated leaves have florescent gold centers & deep green margins. Thick substance and very slug resistant, a strong grower with bright summer color Sugar Daddy - large 40 h x 24. Large cupped blue-green leaves w/ white streaks & margins, forms dense clumps, heavy substance & pest resistant Whirlwind - medium 16 tall x 34 wide. Upright pointed leaves are twisted and folded, creamy yellow to white centers w/ very dark green margins, very heavy substance, pest resistant margins, deep veins and wavy edges, a vigorous grower tolerates morning sun Photos available on website Www.monroecd.org THIS AND THAT Further descriptions on page 4 Item Quantity Cost Bat house $40.00 single chamber Bat houses built to Organization of Bat Conservation specifications "Deep Water" signs $4.00 each - 12"x 9" heavy white plastic with red letters Fertilizer tablets $0.15 each - use 1 tablet per seedling or transplant Flags $2.00 for 10 - $5.00 for 25 - $9.00 for 50 - $16.00 for 100 Mosquito Barrier $23.75 per 1 qt. - $75.50 per 1 gal. liquid concentrate, mix with water No Trespassing signs $2.50 each - 7 1/2" x 11" heavy aluminum, black print on yellow Plant markers $0.50 each Plantskydd animal repellent $22.00 1 quart liquid spray bottle - $25.00 1 pound soluble powder - $40.00 1.32 gallon Liquid Rain barrel $75.00 55 gallon barrel Black Root dip $2.00 for 2 oz. bag page 6 for details Tree Bark Protectors $25.00 for 5 - rigid plastic mesh protects tree bark from animal damage Tree Guards $5.50 for 5 Tree planting bars $27.00 each Trees Planted signs $2.50 each - 7 1/2" x 11" heavy aluminum, black print on yellow Tree shelters $2.85 each Weed fabric squares $17.00 for 10-3x3 squares with anchoring pins Carry totals to page 3
Monroe Conservation District 1137 South Telegraph Road, Monroe, MI 48161 (734) 241-7755 Ext. 5 A $5.00 service charge will be added for orders picked up later than designated times or may be considered cancelled and money forfeited. Page 3 CHECKS GLADLY ACCEPTED - should your check be returned for insufficient funds, you expressly authorize your account to be electronically debited or bank drafted for the amount of the check plus any applicable fees. The use of a check is your acknowledgment and acceptance of this policy and its terms and conditions. As a reminder, a postcard will be mailed to you two weeks prior to pickup. Please bring postcard to pickup, A deposit of at least 25% must accompany this order Make checks payable to Monroe Conservation District Credit cards are NOT accepted Total Page 1 Total Page 2 Subtotal 6% Sales Tax Grand Total Deposit Balance Due Refunds less than $1.00 will be considered a donation to the District Name _daytime phone Address_ City State Zip E-Mail address if active Drivers license number if paying by check Check here if there has been an address change Ordering Deadline - March 24, 2017 Any discrepancies in order must be reported within 48 hours. There is no guarantee of survival, and District liability for trees ends after pickup. The District reserves the right to cancel orders and refund payment due to reasons beyond our control. Orders will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For Office Use Only Receipt # Date Received Check # Cash Amount All programs and services of the Monroe Conservation District are offered on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status or handicap.
THIS AND THAT DESCRIPTIONS Photos may be seen at www.monroecd.org Bat house - Single chamber holds approximately 100 bats. Weather resistant cedar. Deep Water Sign - 12 x 9 heavy white plastic with red letters. Fertilizer tablets - 10-gram, nutrient rich starter tablets supply all the nitrogen, phosphorus and potash needed by seedlings for 2 years. More nutrients released during growing season when bacterial activity is greatest. Use 1 tablet per seedling or transplant. Flags - 4x5 fluorescent orange plastic on a 36 wire. Mosquito Barrier - All natural garlic concentrate yard repellent, safe for children, pets, and aquatic life. One quart will cover 1.25 acres; one gallon will cover 5 acres. Very effective. Plant markers - Galvanized steel wire 10" tall with zinc labels. Labeling area 1" x 2 ⅝" is firmly attached to the wires. Plantskydd repellent - This 100% natural repellent lasts 6 month in winter, 3-4 months in summer. Animals associate the odor with predator activity. A soluble powder or ready to use liquid. One-quart liquid spray protects 80 to 100 one foot high plants; five-quart liquid jug treats 400 to 600 one foot high plants; 1 lb. soluble powder treats 300 to 400 one foot high plants, applied as a spray with a pressurized hand-held or backpack type sprayer. Use for deer or rabbits. Rain barrels - to harvest water from downspouts for outdoor watering. Root dip - (TerraSorb) A powder developed specifically for moisture retention. When mixed with water creates a gel that clings to a plant's roots. A 2-ounce bag will treat about 2,000 seedlings; fewer transplants or plants with larger root masses. Tree Bark Protectors - Deer, squirrels, rabbits and woodchucks cannot bite or tub tree bark through this rigid plastic mesh. Trunks are shielded by open mesh, which prevents moisture and mildew build up. Also, the protectors won t harbor insects and animals and won t inhibit growth. Flexible and easy to install. Stakes NOT included. Tree Guards - Tough vinyl built for durability. Protect young trees from winter rodents and sunscald. Remove and reinstall annually to avoid girdling 1-1/2 inch diameter. Tree planting bar - A fast, convenient way to plant seedlings. Tubular steel handle and shaft with wedge-shaped blade makes the hole just the right size. Not recommended for transplants. Tree shelters - Three straight wires (legs) push into the ground for stability, center over the seedling, embedding the edge into the soil. Weed fabric squares - A porous polypropylene fabric allows air, water & nutrients to pass through while controlling weed growth. Five staples are included to anchor mat to soil. PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS Site preparation and good weed control is a must. Kill or remove all existing vegetation prior to planting. Plant trees as soon as possible after pick-up. Plant one tree at a time, keeping roots covered so they do not dry out. Dig a hole using a planting bar, shovel or spade wide enough to permit tree roots to spread out in a natural uncurled position. Roots can be pruned to 8-12, depending on size of trees, to accommodate this. Firmly pack soil around roots to eliminate air pockets. Small seedlings can also be planted in a nursery bed, 12 apart, until they increase in size and can be transplanted. Stay 20 away from primary power and property lines. FERTILIZING AND WATERING During the first year, the seedlings should not be fertilized with standard fertilizer because it can dehydrate the plants and will fertilize the weeds. However a slowrelease type of fertilizer can be beneficial, as it will release nutrients slowly over time, thus eliminating the concern of fertilizer burn. Slow-release fertilizer, such as that found in the fertilizer tablets sold by the district, are most beneficial on sites with a low natural soil nutrients, such as coarse sandy soils. A soil test is the best way to determine if fertilizing is required. During the second and third year you can use 2 oz. (1/4 cup) of 12-12-12 fertilizer per tree; if you have weeds under control. The fertilizer pellets should be spread evenly around the plant on the outside of the drip line, with no direct contact on the plant. If no rain falls and water is available, the trees can be watered once a week with one inch of water. In drier soils, it may be beneficial to water more often, and in moist soils watering should be less frequent. Discontinue watering hardwoods in late August to encourage hardening off for winter. TREE PLANTING SPACING Page 4 GROWTH RATE Slow growing: Less than 1 foot per year Moderately slow: 1 to 2 feet per year Moderately fast: 2 to 3 feet per year Fast: Greater than 3 feet per year LONGEVITY Short lived: less than 100 years Moderately short lived: 100 to 150 years Moderately long lived: 150 to 250 years Long lived: over 250 years PLANTING PURPOSE CONIFERS DECIDUOUS Spacing Trees per acre Spacing Trees per acre REFORESTATION: Good Management 8 x 10 545 12 x 12 303 (thinning & weed control) No Management Planned 10 x 10 435 12 x 12 303 (Let trees grow to maturity) EROSION CONTROL: 5 x 5-7 x 7 1,742-889 WINDBREAKS: CONFERS DECIDUOUS 3 rows recommended: 2 rows of conifers 8-10 between trees 10-12 between trees 1 row of shrubs 10-12 between rows 12-15 between rows NUT TREES: Spacing Trees per acre REFORESTATION 10 x 10 435 NUT PRODUCTION 25 x 25 70 when crowns touch, thin to: 50 x 50 18 NOTE: Plant individual trees no more than 200 feet from each other to ensure cross-pollination for nut production.
CONIFERS Colorado Spruce Picea pungens: 75 to 100' tall. Stiff short needles of this dense evergreen are bluish green to bright silvery blue, soil type dictates color. Moderate to slow growth in silt & clay loams, full sun. Norway Spruce Picea abies: 60 to 90' tall with pyramid-shaped crown. Stiff short needles. Fast growing in well drained to somewhat poorly drained clay to loam soil. Full sun, can tolerate some shade. White Cedar Thuga occidentalis: (Transplant only) Moderately fast growing to 50' tall with 10' spread full sun, average well drained soil. Takes well to pruning. White Pine Pinus strobes: 75 to 100' tall in well-drained sandy to clay soils. Less tolerant of shade with age. Long needles, fast growth rate. White Spruce Picea glauca: 75 to 100' tall. A dense pyramidal tree widely used in hedges & windbreaks. Fast growing in well drained to somewhat poorly drained clay to loam soil. Full sun, can tolerate some shade. SHRUBS American Plum Prunis americana: A deciduous large shrub or small tree with a broad crown, reaching heights up to 15. Fruits are red to yellow, almost globular edible plums about l inch in diameter, flowers are white. The plant s numerous stems are grayish and become scaly with age; its branches are more or less spiny with sharp-tipped twigs. Shallow roots spread, widely, & sprout readily. Winter-hardy, but intolerant of shade & drought. The thorny, suckering growth highly important for wildlife cover & food. Preferred browse for whitetail deer. Bayberry, Northern Myrica pensylvanica: 9 average height, with equal spread. Upright-rounded, fairly dense shrub. Medium growth from old wood. Handsome specimen in winter due to interesting gray branch pattern, with waxy fruits. Deep lustrous green leaves, aromatic when crushed, leathery texture. Male & female are needed for fruit development. Thrives in poor, sterile, sandy soil, or heavy clay; appears to be extremely adaptable; full sun to half shade; withstands salt spray. Landscape value is excellent for borders & plant massing. Combines well with broadleaf evergreens, & can be trained to form a small tree. Flowers in July - September. Prune in spring for a better show of flowers. Butterfly Bush Buddleia davidii: 4 to 10' high with equal spread in well drained average soils, full sun, to partial shade. Light purple long spike flowers. Should be cut back in late fall or early spring. Enjoyed by butterflies & hummingbirds. Deadheading will encourage new flowers. Cranberry, highbush Viburnum trilobum: 8 to 12' tall with equal spread. Medium to dark green leaves changing to yellow to red-purple in fall. Flowers mid to late May. Fruits Sept. - Feb. Use berries for preserves & jellies. Excellent plant for screening & informal hedging. Medium growth in well drained, moist soil, sun or partial shade. A good winter fruit & winter cover plant for wildlife. Elderberry, American Sambucus Canadensis: Fast growing shrub on moist, well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. 5 to 15. Small white dense flat-topped flowers. Bears a purple-black fruit in August. Makes excellent wine and jam. Excellent food for wildlife. Kept tidy by pruning. Hazelnut Corylus americana: Multi-stemmed shrub/small tree 10-15 spread approximately 2/3 the height. Moderate to fast growth in well drained, loamy silt; full sun or light shade; prune anytime; tends to sucker from the roots & must often be thinned out to maintain a respectable appearance. Lilac Syringa vulgaris: Fast growing to 15' in most well drained, silty clay or loamy soils. Drought resistant, intolerant of wet soils. Full sun. Effective screen in 3 to 4 years when planted 6 to 8' apart. Red Currant Ribes sativum: A deciduous shrub growing to 3 to 4. Flowers are pollinated by insects, the plant is self-fertile. Prefers welldrained sandy, loamy & clay, neutral & alkaline soils. It can grow in semishade (light woodland) or full sun. Red currants bear their fruit on old wood. Prune bushes by removing diseased or very old branches in winter, then prune new growth back to two buds in early summer to keep plants compact. Full sun produces a sweeter fruit. Red Osier Dogwood Cornus sericea: Upright shrub10 to 12 with equal spread. White flowers in June, whitish fruit in Aug. - Sept. This dogwood is common throughout Michigan in open, wet places; shade-intolerant; easily transplanted. DECIDUOUS Black Cherry Prunus serotine: Medium sized tree, native to eastern North America. Cherries turn black when ripe. Fast growing in deep, moist, fertile soils but can be found on dry gravelly or sandy soils. Shade tolerant. Two trees needed to fruit. Excellent source of wildlife food. Timber is used for Page 5 DECIDUOUS Redbud Cercis Canadensis: A small tree with trunk divided close to the ground. 20 to 25 tall with equal spread. Heart-shaped leaves late spring after rosy pink flowers in April. Slow to medium growth in most soils. Full sun. Red Maple Acer rubrum: 40 to 70 with equal spread. Grows medium to fast in fertile moist, well drained soil. Full sun to light shade. Red Oak Quercus rubra: 60 to 75' with equal spread. Fast growing in fertile moist well drained acidic soil. Full sun, partial shade. Shallow roots are sensitive to changes in grade. Sugar Maple Acer saccharum: 60 to 75' in well-drained, moderately moist fertile soil. Slow growing, tolerates shade. This shade trees dark foliage turns shades of red and yellow in fall. Root system is shallow & spreading. White Birch Betula pendula: 40 to 50. Whitish bark turning black with age. Medium to fast growing in moist, well-drained sandy or loamy soil but will tolerate wet or dry soils. White Oak Quercus alba: 60 to 80' tall, equal or greater spread. Slow to medium growth. Full sun, deep, moist, well drained soils. FRUIT TREES and BERRY BUSHES Apple, AutumnCrisp EMLA7 rootstock: Good size and texture, fruit is sweeter than it is tart, making it great for fresh eating. Fruit is also considered nonbrowning or very slow to oxidize. Heathy & productive. Ripens September. Apple, Enterprise EMLA7 rootstock: Late maturing, deep red apple with good keeping qualities. Fruit is uniform & medium to large in size. Tree is vigorous & spreading, with good annual bearing habits. Highly resistant to fire blight & cedar apple rust. Ripens Oct. - Nov. Cherries, SWEET Kristin Gisela12 rootstock: Fruit is dark red, large & of high quality. The trees are very winter hardy & productive. Ripens late June, into July. Cherries, SWEET Stardust Gisela5 rootstock: A late season, late blooming, self-fertile sweet cherry is firm with a blush finish & clear yellow flesh. This variety has good size as well as great fresh eating qualities. Tree is winter hardy & somewhat tolerant to spring frost. Peach, Gloria Lovell rootstock: An outstanding new selection for the mid-season. A large, highly colored, yellow-fleshed freestone peach ripening in August. The fruit is very firm, low acid, with high sugar content and excellent dessert quality. The tree is very productive and resistant to bacterial spot. Peach, Red Haven Lovell rootstock: One of the easiest & tastiest peaches to grow. Hardy & very productive. Large, freestone fruit, very juicy & sweet. Good for pies, canning, cooking or baking. Ripens in June to July. Self pollinating. Height: 12-15 feet, moderate to rapid growth rate. Loam, sand, full sun. Peach, Starfire Lovell rootstock: A promising variety from the Stellar Series, ripening in the Redhaven season. Fruit is brilliant red, very firm, with excellent quality. The tree is winter hardy, productive and resistant to bacterial spot. Pear, Shinseiki Betulaefolia rootstock: An Asian pear with yellow finish and very little russet. The fruit is medium sized, crisp, juicy and of high quality. Ripens Aug.- Sept. Trees are vigorous and spreading. Pear, Niitaka Betulaefolia rootstock: Medium to large sized pear, sweet & juicy. It colors to a golden brown russet & will store up to three months after icing. The tree bears heavy but still crops annually. This variety has shown good resistance to fire blight. Harvests late August. **Asian pear trees require cross pollination & should be planted with at least one alternate Asian pear variety for adequate cross pollination. Blackberry, PrimeArk Freedom- thornless; late season. Very large fruit, with excellent flavor. Ripens very early. Great choice for local commercial distribution and home gardens. PrimeArk Freedom requires tipping. To achieve the highest yields and performance. See the tipping information at www.noursefarms.com. Topping after fall production will help increase winter hardiness. **RASPBERRIES** Jewel- black raspberry; most popular variety. Produces excellent yields for superb-quality berries. The fruit is glossy-black in color, a large size with a rich raspberry flavor. Excellent choice for use in jams and jellies. Winter hardy and very reliable choice. Caroline - Most productive ever bearing red raspberry Caroline has a larger berry than Heritage & is more productive, with a rich, full & intense flavor. It is a very vigorous variety, with more tolerance for root rot. The farther south you grow it, the earlier it will ripen. Will not tolerate high heat or drought. Prelude - Earliest ripening summer red raspberry. Ripening in mid- June. Although Prelude is also fall bearing it produces the biggest portion of its crop in the spring. Very winter hardy & vigorous. Berries are round conic, cohesive with very good flavor. An excellent choice for quality early fruit. Anne - Fall bearing yellow raspberry; Anne is a large-fruited fall bearer that ripens at the same time as Heritage. Fruit holds a pale yellow color & is proving to be highly productive, excellent size, appearance, & very sweet flavor. Will