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BERKSHIRE CONSERVATION DISTRICT  SPRING 2010 SEEDLING SALE

Trees Groundcovers
Shrubs Edibles & Fruit Trees
Raffle Tickets! Miscellaneous
   
   
View online or print our Spring 2010 Brochure

The Berkshire Conservation District is proud to offer a wide variety of tree seedlings, ground covers, flowering shrubs, and perennials for spring planting. Most trees and shrubs are sold dormant, bare root and hardy.

Plants for beautification, erosion control, wildlife food and cover, and windbreaks are sold as a fundraising project to support the district’s other programs; which include conservation assistance, scholarships, workshops and environmental education. Districts do not receive any funding from the state or federal government, except for grants that they must apply for and win.

We do not receive any funding from the state or federal governments. Our spring and fall plant sales are the major fundraising source of the district. This enables us to provide conservation assistance, scholarships, and environmental educational information to the public. Thank you for your support!

 

Deadline to order, March 31, 2010 Quantities are limited--Order early to avoid disappointment Orders received after this date will be filled if supplies allow.

  • $4.00 Handling will be applied to all orders except raffle tickets
  • Seedlings must be planted promptly or ‘Heel in’ if planting is delayed
  • Survival of seedlings NOT guaranteed
  • ORDER EARLY! Supplies are limited!
  • Pick up plants  by May 1st !
 

 

PICK UP LOCATIONS & TIMES

Burkes, 2 Andes Road, PERU    

Map -- Friday, 4/30 3PM -5PM or Saturday, 5/1 9 – Noon

Monument Mt HS Greenhouse, Gt. Barrington    

Map
-- ONE DAY ONLY MAY 1ST 9AM – NOON

Lakeview Orchard, Old Cheshire Rd. Lanesboro   

Map
-- May 2, 9am – noon

SOIL TESTING INFORMATION: Master Gardeners will conduct soil testing and be available to answer questions on pruning, composting, and bare root planting methods at the LANESBORO pick-up site ONLY on May 1 from 9 to Noon. A $1.00 donation to the Master Gardeners for this service would be appreciated.

Click here to see how to indicate pick up location in your cart.

If you prefer, our 2010 Spring Brochure is available for viewing or printing. Please click the link below to download our brochure with orderform:

View online or print our Spring 2010 Brochure


Please Consider making a donation to the Berkshire Conservation District!

HOW TO TAKE A SOIL SAMPLE

  • Dig a hole 6-8 inches deep (3-4 inches for lawns) and set soil aside.
  • Using a clean trowel, take a thin vertical slice from the side of hole.  Place in clean container.
  • Take at least 5 samples from the test area; mix well in a container.
  • Place ½ cup of this mixed soil in small plastic bag, close tightly, and label outside of bag

QUESTIONS/SUGGESTIONS/WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
PH (413) 443-1776 X102 or Email:  deborah.burke@ma.usda.gov

 

 

 

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