PLANT A VALENTINE
Want some beautiful blooming trees for your yard? We’ve got eastern redbud and flowering dogwood seedlings to give away. Stop by any of these locations in February and pick up some free trees while supplies last!!
Saturday, Feb. 10, 10am-Noon, Port Discover, 611 E. Main St., Elizabeth City, NC
Wednesday, Feb. 14, 9-11am, Elizabeth City/Pasquotank Senior Center, 215 W. Water St., Elizabeth City, NC
Saturday, Feb. 17, 10am-Noon, Pasquotank County Library, 100 E. Colonial, Elizabeth City, NC
Trees are first-come, first-served at each location. We will have some experts on hand to answer your questions.
About the trees
Eastern redbud and flowering dogwood are small, tough, and adaptable trees. The eastern redbud has large, heart-shaped leaves and bright pink to purple early spring blooms. Flowering dogwood blooms in the early spring with a variety of flower colors, ranging from pure white to pink. The dogwood bloom is the official state flower of North Carolina.
Being native trees, the eastern redbud and flowering dogwood grow well in our climate and soil conditions. They are more resistant to local pests and fungal infections than non-native trees. They are an important food source to native pollinating insects, and their seeds and berries are eaten by many species of wildlife. And since they grow to only 20 or 30 feet tall and spread about 25 feet wide, they are suitable for urban environments as well as suburban landscapes.
Click here to learn more about the trees.
Why Plant Trees?
Trees help clean our air, water, and soils of pollutants that harm our health. They help to cool down the surrounding area and our atmosphere by absorbing carbon dioxide, helping to fight climate change. They reduce flooding and soil erosion and are important for wildlife. Planting native trees are better for the ecosystem than non-native trees. Not to mention they are beautiful!
Enjoy
Planting a seedling and watching it grow into a tree is a great outdoor activity for children and families.
Thank you, and Happy Valentine’s Day!
Resources
Click here for instructions on how to plant your seedling.
This short video shows you how to plant your baby tree:
Partners:
Green Saves Green
NC Forest Service
Pasquotank Master Gardenr
Elizabeth City Urban Forestry Commission
Since 2021, we’ve given away more than 600 native trees
We’re delighted so many of you are excited to give these amazing trees a home in your yard and across your many acres. Our local wildlife appreciate it too!
