Tree Sales Offer the Opportunity to Select a Tree
Tree Trust is on a mission to transform lives and landscapes. Every spring we partner with municipalities to host tree sales, offering a diverse variety of trees at a significant discount, encouraging area residents to plant more trees where they are needed most—on private property in the city. Trees catalyze transformation—benefiting the health of communities and the environment. One of the easiest things that can be done to add beauty to your landscape and help create a greener future is to plant a tree. Trees can lower energy bills, raise the value of property, and improve your mood.
Tree Selection Process
Now is the time to start planning for a greener future. Every tree is unique in what environment it prefers. Selecting a tree that will thrive at your home and meet your needs involves research. Selecting a tree that is right for you is a personal decision, since each tree species will provide a different aesthetic. We offer a diverse catalogue of trees to select from because planting different species of trees will help grow a tree canopy resilient to disease. Start here with a preview of some of the high-quality trees available through upcoming tree sales. Here are some facts to help you select the right tree for your property, making your transition to tree owner an easy one.
Growing Shade: Creating Canopy
Select a deciduous shade tree and receive the benefits of reduced energy bills. Shade trees need room to grow and offer a myriad of benefits when planted on the east or west side of your property. For homeowners with plenty of space, shade trees can shave dollars off energy bills and provide a natural respite from the summer heat. Here are a few shade trees to consider:
Swamp White Oak
- Grows to 60’ by 60’ at maturity.
- Provides habitat for local wildlife.
- Resilient to adverse climate, needs full sun.
Ironwood
- Grows to 50’ X 25’ at maturity.
- Produces hop-like flowers later in summer.
- Resilient to urban conditions, full sun to partial shade.
Growing Beauty: Ornamental Trees & Fruit Trees
Ornamental trees provide a pop of color to the landscape and so much more. Tree flowers provide food for pollinators and uplift community morale. Trees enhance green space encouraging neighbors to enjoy the outdoors and the company of one another. If you love fragrant flowers, consider planting these ornamental varieties in your outdoor green space:
Gladiator Crabapple
- Mature trees are 20’ by 10’ at maturity, perfect for smaller yards.
- Deep purple foliage, stunning pink flowers and small fruit.
- Needs full sun and well-drained soil.
Redbud (Minnesota Strain)
- Grows to 20 by 20’ at maturity. Great medium-sized variety.
- Heart-shaped dark green leaves with vibrant magenta flowers in spring.
- Can plant in full sun, part sun or full shade.
Select a Tree this Spring: Upcoming Tree Sales
Eden Prairie–sale open March 1st, 2023
Edina–sale open March 13th, 2023
Hopkins–sale open March 6th, 2023
Maplewood–sale open March 6th, 2023
Mendota Heights–sale open March 6th, 2023
Minneapolis–tree lottery is open now (Visit website for more details).
Minnetonka–tree lottery opens April 1st through April 30th (Visit website for more details).
Minnetrista–sale information coming soon
Roseville–tree sale open March 1st, 2023
Saint Louis Park–tree sale open March 1st, 2023
There are so many reasons and benefits to planting a tree on your property. A little bit of research will set you up for success as a tree owner. To make sure your tree is happy, know what conditions it prefers and select a tree variety that will thrive in your space. We have helpful resources on tree selection and tree care available here. Every tree planted will sequester carbon, filter water, and provide habitat for wildlife and food for pollinators. Trees are simply amazing! Don’t see your city on the list? Reach out to our Community Forestry team today!
