Reasonably priced trees and plants now available through annual Macomb County sale

Green Macomb and the Blue Water Conservation District have announced the return of their annual tree and plant sale, an opportunity for the public to purchase young trees, fruit trees, flowering shrubs, wildflower seed and other fruits and vegetables at reasonable prices. The sale is open now through April 1.

"It's the perfect time of year to start planning your garden and yard projects," said Gerard Santoro, program director for Macomb County Parks and Natural Resources. "Even with the colder temperatures and snowy weather, it's the right season for getting everything in order so you can start work in early spring."

Items available for order include arborvitae, Douglas fir, Norway spruce, paper birch, redbud, red osier and more. Prices range from $7 to $55.

"The sale has so many benefits outside of just sprucing up your property," Santoro added. "The addition of plants enhances our neighborhoods, reduces air pollution, decreases energy costs and improves management when it comes to water runoff. Plus, it increases Macomb County's overall canopy, which is the ultimate goal of our Green Macomb program.

All items purchased can be picked up in person or shipped to your home. There will be two pick-up locations in Macomb County:

• April 21 and 22 - Armada Fairgrounds
• April 23 and 24 - Clinton Township Civic Center

A limited stock of trees and plants will be available for purchase on site.

Since the sale began nine years ago, more than 180,000 trees and plants have been purchased by residents, businesses and communities throughout Macomb County. For more information on the tree and plant sale, visit the Green Macomb website.

Gerard Santoro
586-469-5285
[email protected]