Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards, Master Gardeners Hold July 26 Webinar On How To Participate In Native Tree & Shrub Sale/Fundraiser, Tips On Planting, More!

Planting native trees and shrubs is a powerful way to turn your landscape into a wildlife wonderland while also improving local stream health and water quality. But choosing the best species for your specific landscape conditions can be a challenge. 

Join Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards and Master Gardeners for this interactive webinar on July 26 where we’ll cover the species selection from this year’s Annual Native Tree and Shrub fundraiser.

This event is being offered at no charge to participants on July 26 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.   Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording.

Click Here to register and for more information.

Native Tree and Shrub Fundraiser

The Master Watershed Steward Program is offering the Annual Native Tree and Shrub again this fall in 22 counties across the state. 

The pre-order website is expected to open for orders on August 1 and will be accepted through August 27.

This year's sale, which serves as a fundraiser for the program, offers 28 varieties of trees and shrubs that can be picked up in September or October (dates and times vary by location). 

Whether you're seeking trees for privacy, foliage, shade, attracting pollinators, or want something beautiful to look at, we have a variety of trees and shrubs that will meet your needs and make an excellent addition to your property! 

Click Here for pick up locations near you!

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