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
What not to plant
Developing your land for the market
- Grow and Collect Special Forest Products
- Generate Wood Products
- Is My Yard Tree Valuable as Timber?
- Make a Master Plan
Additional information
- Ash Management Guidelines for Private Forest Owners
- DNR Forest Stewardship Program
- Minnesota Forest Resources Council
- 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