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Proper tree planting requires a lot of decision making. One of those decisions is which species and which age is the most appropriate and cost effective to plant.
The DNR reforestation program would like to take some of the unknowns out of that process by giving you an early peek at what the Wilson State Nursery anticipates having available this fall. This list is preliminary, as it is possible that some species will be added or subtracted depending on health, growth, and several other factors as the growing season begins to wane. However, most of these trees and shrubs listed will be available to purchase starting October 7, 2019.
The quantity measurements are relative to a particular species based on historic sales and projected demand. For example, we typically sell about 50,000 white cedar. This year, due to several factors, we have approximately 21,000 available; hence the quantity will be referred to as “very limited”. In contrast, our balsam fir had an above average germination, are growing great and the inventory is above the projected sales, hence an “adequate” quantity designation.
| Cedar, White 3-0 |
Very limited |
| Fir, Balsam 3-0 |
Adequate |
| Hemlock, Eastern |
Not available in 2020 |
| Pine, Jack 1-0 |
Adequate |
| Pine, Jack 2-0 |
Very limited |
| Pine, Red 2-0 |
Adequate |
| Pine, Red 3-0 |
Adequate |
| Pine, White 2-0 |
Adequate |
| Pine, White 3-0 |
Limited |
| Spruce, Black 2-0 |
Adequate
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| Spruce, Black 3-0 |
Very limited
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| Spruce, White 2-0 |
Very limited
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| Spruce, White 3-0 |
Limited
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| Tamarack |
Very limited
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| Aspen |
Adequate |
| Basswood |
Adequate |
| Birch, River 1-0 |
Adequate |
| Birch, White 1-0 |
Limited |
| Birch, Yellow 2-0 |
Adequate |
| Butternut |
Very limited |
| Cherry, Black 1-0 |
Adequate |
| Cherry, Black 2-0 |
Very limited |
| Hackberry 1-0 |
Adequate |
| Hickory, Bitternut 2-0 |
Very limited |
| Hickory, Shagbark 2-0 |
Very limited |
| Maple, Red 2-0 |
Limited |
| Maple, Silver 1-0 |
Adequate |
| Maple, Silver 2-0 |
Very limited |
| Maple, Sugar 2-0 |
Limited |
| Oak, Bur 1-0 |
Limited |
| Oak, Red 1-0 |
Adequate |
| Oak, Swamp 1-0 |
Very limited |
| Oak, White 1-0 |
Adequate |
| Sycamore 1-0 |
Not available in 2020 |
| Walnut, Black |
Adequate |
| Cherry, Choke |
Adequate |
| Crabapple, Prairie |
Very limited |
| Cranberry, Highbush |
Not available in 2020 |
| Hawthorn, Cockspur |
Very limited |
| Dogwood, Grey |
Very limited |
| Dogwood, Red-osier |
Limited |
| Dogwood, Silky |
Adequate |
| Juneberry (Serviceberry) |
Adequate |
| Hazelnut |
Adequate |
| Ninebark |
Limited |
| Plum, Wild |
Adequate |
If a planting project includes species not found on the above list, it is always possible to purchase seedlings from any of the private nurseries located throughout the state. A listing of these nurseries can be found on the WI DNR website.
More updates will follow over the next couple of months. If you have questions regarding tree seedling availability or anything reforestation related, please contact the reforestation program staff.
Griffith Nursery: (715) 424-3700
Hayward Nursery: (715) 492-1204
Wilson Nursery: (608) 375-4123
Prior to ordering, we recommend you develop a personalized tree planting plan. This plan, in conjunction with professional forestry guidance, will help you prepare for a successful tree planting project. Your DNR forester can also offer advice on site preparation, species recommendations, equipment needs, and any other questions related to tree planting.
Written by Jeremiah Auer, Regeneration Specialist, Jeremiah.Auer@wisconsin.gov, (715) 459-1999
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