Plymouth residents mark your calendars, the green thumb extravaganza is back. The City of Plymouth's annual blowout on foliage, the low-cost tree and shrub sale, is set to kick off on March 1, as revealed in a recent announcement. But if you're not a Plymouth dweller, the gates will open for non-residents a week later on March 8. You better act fast though, as this green deal wraps up on April 24, making it a limited-time offer for those looking to jazz up their yards.
What's the big deal, you ask? This sale isn't just an opportunity for locals to save some bucks while turning their lots into leafy paradises. It's a carefully curated selection of eight shade trees, two evergreens, seven shrubs, and five fruit plants, which according to the City's website, are chosen for their exceptional ability to thrive in local soil and their stalwart resistance against the pesky pests and diseases which do their best to wreak havoc in our gardens. Plus, the bonus for wildlife enthusiasts is that these plants are a buffet and sanctuary for pollinators and butterflies.
Spring is near 🌷 Add some new plants to your yard during Plymouth’s annual low-cost tree and shrub sale. 🌳🌱
— City of Plymouth, MN (@PlymouthMN_gov) February 21, 2024
The sale begins Friday, March 1 for Plymouth residents, and non-residents may begin ordering Friday, March 8 ➡️ Learn more: https://t.co/Hg6PHIPZZJ pic.twitter.com/X8J94SdF3S
Most of these botanical buddies are sold as bare root, which strips back the cost and adds convenience, while also boasting a whopping up to 200% more root than the traditional burlap-bound brethren, according to the Plymouth city's official page. Evergreens, keeping it contained, are potted and reaching the modest heights of 1-3 feet. As for the shrubs, they'll keep the evergreens company at a similar size, but sans pot, and ready to plant in their new forever homes.
Eager customers will need to flex their green fingers and pick up their orders on May 3 or 4 at the suitably named Plymouth Maintenance Facility, where the city has implemented a streamlined pickup process complete with an email notification detailing a personalized time slot. And in a nod to sustainability, each customer can snag a complimentary bag of compost to give their new plants a hearty welcome.
With demand potentially outstripping supply, it's recommended to leaf through your options and place an order pronto by visiting the city’s tree sale webpage. Just maybe, if you're lucky, you'll transform your garden into Plymouth's next Eden.
