{"title":"Restoration \u0026 Wildlife","description":"\u003cp\u003eNative trees and shrubs for rebuilding habitat, restoring disturbed ground, stabilizing slopes and streambanks, and feeding wildlife. This collection includes bare-root seedlings for woodland plantings, wet areas, hedgerows, pollinators, and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose plants for the conditions you actually have. Some species belong in wet soils or along streams, while others need well-drained uplands. Bare-root seedlings are an affordable way to plant multiple trees and shrubs, and our selection includes options starting at $7.95 and $8.95.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"buttonbush-bare-root","title":"Buttonbush, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eButtonbush (\u003cem\u003eCephalanthus occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wet-site shrub for pond margins, rain gardens, and stream buffers. It belongs where moisture collects, with enough sunlight to encourage its distinctive round flower clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSummer nectar at the water's edge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEastern tiger swallowtails, bees, and hummingbirds visit the flowers. Plant where those visitors can feed without being exposed to insecticide drift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeep the seed heads\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlower clusters mature into firm, rounded heads containing small seeds. Songbirds and waterfowl use this food, so leave spent heads standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMatch it to a wet position\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a useful choice for seasonally flooded ground and stormwater plantings. It is a poor match for a dry slope that cannot be watered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Much of eastern and southern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Wet; Wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e June–July–August–September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded seed heads provide food for songbirds and waterfowl; not a human food crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers are visited by insects; no named pollination partner is required for a habitat planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting, water the root zone during establishment, and mulch without covering the crown. Base fertilizer on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when feeding is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSerious pest problems are uncommon. Diagnose dry-soil stress before treating leaf decline. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. Seed-grown plants vary in growth, flowering, and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":46139447640323,"sku":"NAT-0917","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/buttonbush_c19a5ce4-eec6-4cd3-a6db-2c393e869bdf.jpg?v=1731702360"},{"product_id":"cedar-eastern-red-bare-root","title":"Cedar, Eastern Red, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEastern Redcedar (\u003cem\u003eJuniperus virginiana\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sun-loving evergreen for screening and connected winter cover. It is a juniper, with berry-like cones on female trees rather than true berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA juniper hairstreak host\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJuniper hairstreak caterpillars feed on the foliage. Retain dense branches where they can serve as host growth and winter shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCones and cover\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBirds and small mammals eat the blue cones produced by pollinated female trees. These seedlings are unsexed, so an individual tree is not guaranteed to bear cones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlan its orchard relationship\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJunipers are alternate hosts for cedar-apple rust and related rusts. Consider that relationship when locating a new screen near susceptible apples, crabapples, or hawthorns; mature size also needs room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central and eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen woody perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry; Medium-Dry; Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–40 feet; varies with seedling and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollen\/cone season:\u003c\/strong\u003e March–April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollen\/cone colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow, Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue berry-like seed cones on female trees; wildlife food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate male and female trees; wind-pollinated. Seedling sex is unselected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting and spread roots without bending them into a tight hole. Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonitor rust galls and avoid unnecessary overhead watering. Keep airflow around the screen and choose orchard locations with rust host relationships in mind. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. These are seedlings rather than selected clones, so growth, flowering, and fruiting vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":46139447738627,"sku":"NAT-1107","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Cedar-Eastern-Red-Bare-Root-Native-Tree-For-Sale_5678055d-d1e8-4379-9665-ed2d4e9045c5.png?v=1731702365"},{"product_id":"dogwood-silky-bare-root","title":"Dogwood, Silky, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSilky Dogwood (\u003cem\u003eCornus amomum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA colony-forming shrub for moist woodland margins and stream buffers. Its blue fruit and dense branching give it a practical role in habitat restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlue fruit, several feeding opportunities\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRuffed grouse, quail, wild turkeys, and songbirds eat the fruit. Retaining a group of shrubs creates cover close to the food source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHost foliage and specialist pollen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpring and summer azure butterflies use silky dogwood. Dogwood flowers also support specialist Andrena bees, linking the leaves and flowers to different insect needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLet a buffer become connected\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow selected stems to spread where a wider streamside shrub layer is wanted. Manage suckers at paths or property edges rather than repeatedly shearing the whole planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and central North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade; Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; Medium-Wet; Wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e May–June\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue fruit ripening in late summer into early fall; wildlife food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Group genetically distinct seedlings with overlapping bloom for improved fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting, water the root zone during establishment, and mulch without covering the crown. Base fertilizer on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when feeding is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintain airflow, remove diseased stems, and protect establishing shrubs from deer browsing. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. Seed-grown plants vary in growth, flowering, and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-16\" Seedling","offer_id":46139448754435,"sku":"NAT-1337-1","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bare Root \/ 16\"+ Premium Seedling","offer_id":49856981598467,"sku":"NAT-1337-2","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/dogwood_silky_4c73ab1d-05f6-453c-949d-68a88cdcdeb1.jpg?v=1731702403"},{"product_id":"hickory-shagbark-bare-root","title":"Hickory, Shagbark, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShagbark Hickory (\u003cem\u003eCarya ovata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA long-lived canopy tree for nut groves and woodland restoration. Sweet kernels and shaggy mature bark are later rewards from a tree that needs a permanent site from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA nut tree with host foliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuna moth, hickory horned devil, and banded hairstreak larvae use hickory leaves. The canopy serves insects before the tree reaches substantial nut production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant for a future harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeedling nut quality and time to bearing vary, and a crop may take many years. Plant several genetically distinct shagbarks with overlapping flowering for better pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProtect the deep root system\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandle bare roots gently and plant in the permanent position promptly. Deep, well-drained soil is more suitable than a compacted pocket beside pavement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and central North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Dry; Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–90 feet; varies with seedling and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet edible kernels inside hard shells; seedling nut quality and bearing age vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind-pollinated; plant multiple genetically distinct shagbarks with overlapping flowering for a better crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting and spread roots without bending them into a tight hole. Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect nut pests and twig damage as trees mature. Maintain vigor and protect seedlings from browsing. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. These are seedlings rather than selected clones, so growth, flowering, and fruiting vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":46139449737475,"sku":"NAT-5317-1","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bare Root \/ 3rd Year Seedling","offer_id":49857056112899,"sku":"NAT-5317-2","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/hickory_shagbark_1_557340f8-56a6-4c00-be68-3646f44a1d8f.jpg?v=1731702434"},{"product_id":"locust-black-bare-root","title":"Locust, Black, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlack Locust (\u003cem\u003eRobinia pseudoacacia\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack locust combines fragrant white flowers with nitrogen fixation and durable wood. It suits a managed woodlot or spacious working landscape better than a small garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eA flowering tree for bees\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHanging white flower clusters provide a seasonal nectar resource. Its leaves also host silver-spotted skipper caterpillars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePosts and managed regrowth\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDense, decay-resistant wood is useful for posts and fuel. Root nodules house nitrogen-fixing bacteria, but the tree is not a substitute for soil testing or a complete fertility plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePlan for roots and thorns\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoot suckers can spread well beyond the trunk, and branches can break in wind. Site away from paths and livestock access; bark, leaves, and seeds are toxic, especially to horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range \/ origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appalachian and Ozark regions of eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; Medium-Dry; see site guidance above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–50 feet, occasionally taller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May–June; White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit \/ seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat seed pods; not an edible nut or fruit crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e A second tree is unnecessary for the flowering and woodlot uses described here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 3–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-18\" Seedling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting, spread roots naturally, and water thoroughly. Maintain a mulched area clear of grass, with mulch pulled away from stems. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e is optional and should be used according to its label, away from direct contact with bare roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonitor stems for locust borer damage. Control unwanted root sprouts and consider its spread outside its original native range before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VA forestry","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":47391094341891,"sku":"WNF-0417","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/locust_black_2219de24-d459-4f14-bcf6-ce77213c3e29.jpg?v=1731702456"},{"product_id":"oak-black-bare-root","title":"Oak, Black, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlack Oak (\u003cem\u003eQuercus velutina\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn upland red-group oak for well-drained, often acidic ground. It belongs in a roomy woodland restoration or dry-site canopy planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose an upland position\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it where water drains away rather than in a persistently saturated basin. Its eventual broad crown needs more space than the seedling suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLeaves feed a different food chain\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOak foliage supports caterpillars such as imperial moth and hairstreak larvae; insect-eating birds use this living food supply. Retain some leaf litter and healthy leaf feeding beneath a habitat tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAcorns take a compatible planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed-group oaks generally take two growing seasons to mature acorns. 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Keep vegetable beds away from the root zone and allow space for the expanding crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range \/ origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and central North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade; full sun is best for nut production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Wet; Medium; Medium-Dry; Dry; see site guidance above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–90 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May; Green, Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit \/ seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly flavored edible kernels inside very hard shells; green husks stain hands and clothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind-pollinated; planting multiple genetically different black walnuts improves opportunities for overlapping bloom and nut set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-18\" Seedling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting, spread roots naturally, and water thoroughly. Maintain a mulched area clear of grass, with mulch pulled away from stems. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e is optional and should be used according to its label, away from direct contact with bare roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonitor young trunks and canopies for damage. Compare \u003ca href=\"\/products\/walnut-white-butternut-bare-root\"\u003eWhite Walnut \/ Butternut\u003c\/a\u003e for a different native walnut with milder kernels and different disease considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor ideas on combining planting layers, explore our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/resources\/transform-your-garden-build-a-fruit-tree-guild-that-practically-grows-itself\"\u003efruit-tree guild guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Give the nut tree's mature canopy and roots priority when arranging companions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":46139454652675,"sku":"TNT-0627","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Black-Walnut-Bare-Root-Tree-For-Sale_bfa7db3f-3ec6-466b-a9fb-c804d77f9efd.png?v=1731702622"},{"product_id":"aronia-bare-root","title":"Aronia, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlack Chokeberry (\u003cem\u003eAronia melanocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA flexible native shrub for edible hedges, rain-garden margins, and wildlife borders. Its dark fruit is best appreciated in preserves and juice blends, while red fall foliage gives the planting another season of interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFruit with a purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe berries have a mouth-drying quality when fresh. Blend them with sweeter fruit or turn them into preserves rather than expecting a blueberry-like snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA layered hedge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite spring flowers offer pollen and nectar, followed by fruit for songbirds. Let a few suckers develop where a wider, connected shrub layer would be useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAdaptable without being maintenance-free\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstablished plants tolerate a broad moisture range. Water new seedlings through dry spells and remove selected old canes over time to keep growth open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOne plant can bear\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAronia is self-fruitful, so a second variety is not required. These are seedlings rather than a named fruit cultivar; berry size, productivity, and fall color may differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous perennial shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet; Medium-Wet; Medium; Medium-Dry; Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–10 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e May–June; White, Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark, firm berries with pronounced tartness and astringency; useful for juice blends, jam, and cooked preserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e August–September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; one plant can bear. Additional seedlings expand the planting without requiring another named variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 3–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed-grown bare root plants; choose the seedling size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant promptly and keep bare roots from drying out. Water the root zone, mulch clear of the stems, and protect seedlings from mowing damage and browsing. Base fertilizer on a soil test rather than feeding automatically; if needed, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e should be used according to its label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually has few serious pest problems. Check young shoots for browsing and fruit for insect damage before choosing any treatment. Avoid insecticides on open flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterested in permaculture and stacking functions? Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/resources\/transform-your-garden-build-a-fruit-tree-guild-that-practically-grows-itself\"\u003efruit-tree guild guide\u003c\/a\u003e explains how to combine planting layers and roles around fruit trees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IA Dept of Forestry","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-16\" Seedling","offer_id":47391092637955,"sku":"SFS-0517-1","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bare Root \/ 16\"+ Premium Seedling","offer_id":47391092670723,"sku":"SFS-0517-2","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Aronia-Tree-For-Sale_c67e5cc1-c0e8-4264-9a27-c44cb0fd3445.jpg?v=1731953166"},{"product_id":"bald-cypress-bare-root","title":"Bald Cypress, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBald Cypress (\u003cem\u003eTaxodium distichum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large conifer that sheds its needles for winter. Its soft summer canopy and coppery fall color fit wet ground, pond margins, and roomy landscapes with dependable establishment water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeeds for wetland birds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWood ducks and wild turkeys eat the seeds. Older trees can develop hollows that shelter wildlife, adding a function that takes time to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWet ground is an opportunity\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike many conifers, it tolerates extended flooding. Roots may produce knees on wet sites, so leave space around paths and mowing routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDeciduous does not mean declining\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeedles turn warm brown and drop in fall. Choose this for a seasonal canopy rather than an evergreen privacy screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and southeastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous conifer; woody perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; Medium-Wet; Wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–70 feet; varies with seedling and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollen\/cone season:\u003c\/strong\u003e March–April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollen\/cone colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded cones contain wildlife food seeds; not an edible fruit crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind-pollinated; no named partner is needed for landscape use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting and spread roots without bending them into a tight hole. Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck soil pH if needles yellow in alkaline ground. Remove dead twigs and inspect for twig blight before treating. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. 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It is a practical birch for stream buffers and large rain-garden settings with room for its mature spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCaterpillars in the canopy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMourning cloak and dreamy duskywing butterflies use river birch as a host. Some leaf feeding is part of that role rather than a reason for routine spraying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood before and after leaf-out\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBirds and squirrels use catkins, and grouse, turkeys, and smaller birds eat the seeds. Leaving the tree's seasonal litter beneath a planted understory keeps these resources on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMatch the birch to the ground\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse river birch for moist lowland planting. Compare \u003ca href=\"\/products\/birch-yellow-bare-root\"\u003eYellow Birch\u003c\/a\u003e for a cooler woodland setting; they are different species, not alternate size grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central and eastern United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; Medium-Wet; Wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–70 feet; varies with seedling and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e March–April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown, Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small winged seeds released from catkins; wildlife food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind-pollinated; several seedlings add diversity to a restoration planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting and spread roots without bending them into a tight hole. Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep roots cool and moist. Check pH when leaves yellow and avoid repeated drought stress. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. 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Place it where expansion is welcome and remove unwanted shoots along paths or planting edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range \/ origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous perennial shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet; Medium-Wet; Medium; Medium-Dry; Dry; see site guidance above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May–June; Purple, Blue, Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit \/ seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small dry pods; grown for flowers and habitat, not edible fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e No companion required for its ornamental or habitat role.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-18\" Seedling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting, spread roots naturally, and water thoroughly. Maintain a mulched area clear of grass, with mulch pulled away from stems. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e is optional and should be used according to its label, away from direct contact with bare roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually has few serious pest problems. 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Its greatest contribution may be the insects using its leaves rather than the size of its small fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA named butterfly connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHackberry emperor and question mark caterpillars feed on the foliage. This supplies a larval resource that a nectar-only flower bed cannot replace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA canopy for mixed conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstablished trees tolerate a broad range of soils. Water seedlings through establishment even when the eventual planting is intended to be drought tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAllow a large crown\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace it away from tight foundations and narrow paved spaces. 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Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaf galls and witches'-broom can be cosmetic. Assess overall vigor before treating and protect young trunks from damage. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. 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Its dense structure suits a habitat edge where people do not need to brush past the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFruit beside protected cover\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCedar waxwings, wild turkeys, and quail use the fruit. Dense, thorny branches put shelter near the feeding area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlowers and host foliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlowers offer nectar to insects, and gray hairstreak larvae can use the plant. Keep healthy leaf feeding in perspective when managing a habitat tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose the location carefully\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow clearance from paths and livestock handling areas because of the thorns. 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Its suckering stems suit informal hedges and food-forest edges where a wider colony is welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSmall nuts worth sharing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeafy husks enclose the nuts, which attract squirrels, turkeys, and other wildlife. Seedlings vary in kernel size and production rather than matching a commercial cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSeveral seedlings for pollination\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYellow-brown male catkins and tiny red female flowers appear before the leaves. Hazelnuts are wind-pollinated and need genetically different partners; plant several seedlings, not divisions of a single plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShape the hedge over time\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull sun improves nut production, although plants tolerate shade. 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These seedlings can differ substantially in flavor, seediness, ripening, and time to bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA host with unusual pollinators\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePawpaw leaves feed zebra swallowtail caterpillars. Its dark flowers are visited mainly by flies and beetles rather than relying solely on bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTwo different seedlings for fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant at least two genetically distinct seedlings with overlapping bloom. Root suckers from the same tree do not provide a new genetic pollen partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShelter young plants, light mature trees\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive newly planted seedlings protection from intense sun while they establish. 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They offer a lower-cost way to establish a population, with variation in fruiting, sex, and eventual tree form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWait for soft fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest fruit when fully ripe and yielding, rather than assuming frost makes firm fruit edible. Soft pulp is useful in baking and preserves after seeds are removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLeaves feed large moths\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuna moth and hickory horned devil larvae use persimmon foliage. Raccoons, foxes, and other wildlife also take the fall fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMale and female seedlings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are unsexed seedlings, not guaranteed fruiting females. 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These seedlings are unsexed; plant several for a better chance of both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting, water the root zone during establishment, and mulch without covering the crown. Base fertilizer on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when feeding is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove diseased stems if dieback develops. Maintain a managed colony edge instead of repeated whole-patch shearing. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. Seed-grown plants vary in growth, flowering, and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":46145853456643,"sku":"NAT-3017","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Sumac-Smooth-Tree-For-Sale_84b50f5b-0862-4742-ae4c-32b52ca2de43.jpg?v=1731953588"},{"product_id":"sycamore-bare-root","title":"Sycamore, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAmerican Sycamore (\u003cem\u003ePlatanus occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA very large floodplain tree with mottled bark and broad leaves. It suits stream buffers and open landscapes with enough ground for the eventual crown and roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSmall seeds for winter birds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePurple finches, juncos, goldfinches, and Carolina chickadees use the seeds. Leave some seed balls and natural ground cover within a habitat planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA river-corridor scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it where a large canopy can develop without crowding buildings or utilities. Seedlings are small now, but this is not a compact shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA visible winter trunk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatches of pale bark become prominent after leaves fall. Shedding bark is part of normal growth, while persistent branch dieback deserves inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeastern Canada and central and eastern United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; Medium-Wet; Wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–100 feet; varies with seedling and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, Green, Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded hanging seed balls break apart to release wind-dispersed seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind-pollinated; no named variety partner is needed for landscape use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting and spread roots without bending them into a tight hole. Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnthracnose can affect new leaves in cool, wet springs. Maintain vigor, remove hazardous dead wood, and assess recovery before treating. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. These are seedlings rather than selected clones, so growth, flowering, and fruiting vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":46145853751555,"sku":"NAT-2617","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Sycamore-Tree-For-Sale_a1c99ba9-cde7-41fc-961a-41891340fad4.jpg?v=1731953596"},{"product_id":"witchhazel-vernal-bare-root-1","title":"Witchhazel, Vernal, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVernal Witchhazel (\u003cem\u003eHamamelis vernalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Ozark native shrub that blooms in mid-to-late winter into early spring. Fragrant flowers vary from yellow to orange or red among seedlings, so the display is not a uniform named cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe later half of a seasonal pair\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompared with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/witchhazel-common-bare-root-1\"\u003eCommon Witchhazel\u003c\/a\u003e, which blooms in fall and can become a taller understory tree, this species flowers later and tends to form a shorter, suckering colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eColor and forage beyond fall\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant both species to extend seasonal color and offer forage to bees active on warm winter days when flowers are open. Common starts the sequence in fall; vernal resumes it in late winter into early spring, with exact timing set by climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWatch the petals respond\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRibbon-like petals curl in cold weather and open as temperatures rise. Put the shrub beside a winter-viewing path where its scent and small flowers can be appreciated closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeep the colony in scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow selected root shoots where a broad border is welcome. Remove unwanted suckers and retain good drainage with steady moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ozark region of the central United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; Medium-Wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–16 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e January–February–March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow, Orange, Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woody seed capsules; grown for flowers, fragrance, and habitat rather than a fruit crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insect-visited flowers can offer forage when winter temperatures allow activity. Common Witchhazel is a seasonal companion, not a guaranteed cross-pollinator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting, water the root zone during establishment, and mulch without covering the crown. Base fertilizer on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when feeding is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep roots moist through hot summers to reduce leaf scorch. Prune after bloom when needed; cutting older growth before flowering removes flower buds. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. Seed-grown plants vary in growth, flowering, and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":46145855455491,"sku":"NAT-2217","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Witchhazel-Vernal-Tree-For-Sale_92a27fc4-ff62-4ea9-af90-93bc4661b57a.webp?v=1731953624"},{"product_id":"elderberry-seedling-bare-root","title":"Elderberry, Seedling, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAmerican Elderberry (\u003cem\u003eSambucus canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fast-growing native shrub for moist hedges, food forests, and wildlife cover. These seed-grown plants offer useful variation, without the uniform fruit and growth promised by a named cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA cooked berry crop\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest fully ripe clusters, remove stems, and cook the berries for syrup or preserves. Avoid unripe berries and do not use leaves or stems as food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUseful after the growing season\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBirds take the fruit and shelter among the stems. Where stems are healthy, retain some standing dead canes for stem-nesting bees instead of clearing every cane away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeep the planting renewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow room for suckers or manage them to hold a hedge boundary. Periodically remove older, unproductive canes to encourage replacement growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant more than one seedling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeveral genetically different seedlings with overlapping bloom are a sensible choice for a berry planting. Yield, ripening, and berry size will differ among plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous perennial shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and central North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Wet; Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e May–June–July; White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple-black berries for cooked syrup, jelly, and preserves; remove stems and use fully ripe fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e July–September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant two or more genetically distinct elderberry seedlings with overlapping bloom for improved fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed-grown bare root plants; choose the seedling size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant promptly and keep bare roots from drying out. Water the root zone, mulch clear of the stems, and protect seedlings from mowing damage and browsing. Base fertilizer on a soil test rather than feeding automatically; if needed, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e should be used according to its label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect for cane borers, rust, and leaf spots. Remove damaged or diseased canes, retain airflow, and harvest ripe clusters promptly. Avoid insecticides on open flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterested in permaculture and stacking functions? Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/resources\/transform-your-garden-build-a-fruit-tree-guild-that-practically-grows-itself\"\u003efruit-tree guild guide\u003c\/a\u003e explains how to combine planting layers and roles around fruit trees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-16\" Seedling","offer_id":46146124742915,"sku":"SFS-1027-1","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bare Root \/ 16\"+ Premium Seedling","offer_id":47308003442947,"sku":"SFS-1027-2","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Elderberry-Seedling-Tree-For-Sale_558c3d0b-20ee-45fd-8165-1a4fca77e1a8.jpg?v=1731957698"},{"product_id":"pine-white-bare-root","title":"Pine, White, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEastern White Pine (\u003cem\u003ePinus strobus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large evergreen with soft-looking needles in bundles of five. 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Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWatch for white pine weevil, blister rust, and stress-related needle decline. Avoid salt exposure and root disturbance. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. 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Its spiny seed balls are a habitat resource best placed away from frequently used walking surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGiant moths use the leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eImperial moth and hickory horned devil caterpillars feed on sweetgum foliage. Their adults do not feed, so the larval host stage is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLook inside a seed ball\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmerican goldfinches eat the small seeds, and birds can probe persistent fruiting structures for invertebrates. Retain some where leaf litter and fallen fruits are welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose a site that can keep the litter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeave clearance from driveways, patios, and play spaces. 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Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid root compaction and inspect stressed growth for disease or insect damage. Plan for fallen fruit before planting. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. 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This stock is sold as \u003cem\u003ePrunus\u003c\/em\u003e species rather than a named cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA mix, not a species guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe seedling stock may represent different native plum species. We cannot guarantee a particular species or that every order contains several different species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompare with American plum\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003ca href=\"\/products\/plum-american-bare-root\"\u003eAmerican Plum\u003c\/a\u003e when you specifically want \u003cem\u003ePrunus americana\u003c\/em\u003e. Wild Plum can include American plum, but that identity is not guaranteed for an individual plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign for useful variation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow for differences in growth, fruit, and ripening. Suckering and branching can create cover, making an informal habitat edge a better fit than a uniform orchard row.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePollination needs observation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant multiple seedlings and observe bloom overlap as they mature. Because species identity is unspecified, this mix should not be promised as a compatible pollinizer for a particular orchard cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous perennial tree or large shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native North American plum species; exact composition is unspecified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; Medium-Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–25 feet; varies with species and seedling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e March–April–May; White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable native plums; fruit color, size, sweetness, and harvest timing are not uniform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer; timing varies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant multiple seedlings and observe overlapping bloom. Species composition and compatibility with named plums are not guaranteed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies by species; not individually identified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed-grown bare root plants; choose the seedling size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant promptly and keep bare roots from drying out. Water the root zone, mulch clear of the stems, and protect seedlings from mowing damage and browsing. Base fertilizer on a soil test rather than feeding automatically; if needed, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e should be used according to its label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect native plum growth for black knot, cankers, and damaged branches. Retain some harmless insect feeding in habitat plantings; remove pits before preparing fruit. Avoid insecticides on open flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-16\" Seedling","offer_id":47391097258243,"sku":"TFT-1227-1","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bare Root \/ 16\"+ Premium Seedling","offer_id":47386491257091,"sku":"TFT-1227-2","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Plum-Wild-Bare-Root-Plant-For-Sale.png?v=1760124003"},{"product_id":"oak-nuttall-bare-root","title":"Oak, Nuttall, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNuttall Oak (\u003cem\u003eQuercus texana\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA red-group oak associated with clay-rich bottomlands and seasonal flooding. 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A broad hedge supplies shelter beside the feeding area instead of isolating fruit on one exposed specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose another arrowwood for fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are seed-grown plants, so two seedlings offer genetic differences. Pair within this species rather than assuming every viburnum in the catalog is a pollination partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManage as a layered hedge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow its branching form to develop or remove selected stems at the base. 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Base fertilizer on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when feeding is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWatch for viburnum leaf beetle where present. Inspect young foliage and remove egg-bearing twigs during dormancy when practical; avoid spraying open flowers. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. 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These species seedlings offer pink-to-purple spring bloom rather than the uniform leaves or habit of a named cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlowers before the canopy closes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBees visit flowers along the branches before the heart-shaped leaves emerge. Plant where early bloom can catch sunlight at a woodland edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHenry's elfin has a host here\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedbud supports Henry's elfin caterpillars. Leafcutter bees may also cut small sections from leaves for nests; neat circular cuts are not usually a disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA lower tree layer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it beneath or beside taller trees with good drainage. Keep lawn herbicides away from the roots and trunk, and avoid moving established plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern and central North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous woody perennial tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun; Part Sun\/Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Dry; Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 feet; varies with seedling and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e March–April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink, Purple, Lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit or seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat seed pods follow the flowers; wildlife may use the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insect-pollinated; no named partner is needed for ornamental bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep bare roots moist until planting and spread roots without bending them into a tight hole. 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Its pale leaf undersides catch the light, but its mature roots and branches need generous clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlowers when the season is just starting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLate-winter to early-spring flowers provide bee forage on suitable days. Seeds and buds are also used by birds and small mammals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA different choice from sugar maple\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilver maple fits wetter ground and grows quickly. Compare \u003ca href=\"\/products\/maple-sugar-bare-root\"\u003eSugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e for a different site preference and traditional syrup-tree role.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAllow room for roots and limbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep it well away from septic systems, small paved spaces, and buildings. 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Water during establishment, mulch clear of the trunk, and protect young trees from browsing and mowing damage. Base feeding on a soil test; our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-planting-kit\"\u003eTree Planting Kit fertilizer blend\u003c\/a\u003e can be used according to its label when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect branch structure and storm damage. Avoid topping and protect roots from excavation or compaction. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. 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Follow regional pruning guidance where oak wilt occurs; retain harmless galls and caterpillar feeding when practical. Avoid insecticides on open flowers. These are seedlings rather than selected clones, so growth, flowering, and fruiting vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Missouri Dept of Conservation","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root \/ 6-18\" Seedling","offer_id":49857056014595,"sku":"OAK-047","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Oak-Overcup-Bare-Root-For-Sale.jpg?v=1792227225"},{"product_id":"chinkapin-allegheny-bare-root","title":"Chinkapin, Allegheny, Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAllegheny Chinkapin (\u003cem\u003eCastanea pumila\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllegheny chinkapin is a native chestnut relative that grows as a spreading shrub or small tree. 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