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Wood Lot

  • Prepare and plan
  • Plant trees or seedlings
  • Storm damage and prevention
  • Harvest
  • Tree health
  • Tree diseases & pests

Wood lot prepare

Remember before attempting any tree planting, look for over head lines and Call 811 or contact Gopher state one call before you dig.

Why plant trees?

  • Native woodland stewardship
  • Landscaping with native plants
  • Reasons to plant trees
  • Tree planting for energy conservation

What you need to know before purchasing your tree

  • Beyond the Suburbs- for landowners 1-20 acres
  • Choosing the right tree or shrub
  • Firewise landscape
  • Minnesota native trees
  • Prepare a management plan
  • Recommended Trees for Minnesota by Region

Where to purchase native trees

  • Native plant suppliers and landscapers in Minnesota
  • Minnesota State Forest Nursery

What not to plant

  • Invasive terrestrial plants

Developing your land for the market

  • Grow and Collect Special Forest Products
  • Generate Wood Products
  • Is My Yard Tree Valuable as Timber?
    • Twin Cities Sawmill & Dry Kiln Listing
  • Make a Master Plan

Additional information

  • Ash Management Guidelines for Private Forest Owners
  • DNR Forest Stewardship Program
  • Minnesota Forest Industries
  • Minnesota Forestry Association
  • Minnesota Shade Tree Advisory Committee
  • Minnesota Tree Care Advocate
  • Minnesota Native Plant Society
  • Soil and Water Conservation Districts
  • U of M Extension
  • USDA Forest Service pubs
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