The Soil and Water Conservation District provides trees and shrubs to hundreds of Dakota County residents every year.

Started many years ago to promote conservation and help folks create a more beautiful, healthy and ecologically balanced environment, the SWCD's Tree Program is considered by many to be a true community service. Many of the county’s shelterbelts, farmstead and field windbreaks, wildlife habitat, and reforestation have been started as a result of this program. In more recent years, housing developments, community beautification projects, and boulevard plantings have been added to the list of uses under the tree and shrub program.

• We encourage all residents to utilize the Tree Program to start or add to their own beautification plans by purchasing stock from the SWCD.

Here’s how the program works:

• An order form is included in the winter newsletter. Everyone who has ordered trees in the past should receive a copy of our newsletter. You may also call and request an order form.
•  Prices and varieties available are indicated on the order form. Payment must accompany your order.
• Plan to pick up your trees/shrubs around the end of April at the Dakota County Fairgrounds. You will receive a postcard about one week before delivery with the specific pick up information.
• You may also want to take advantage of tree shelters, tree mats, and fertilizer packets at nominal costs for each.