The St. Lawrence County Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting orders for its annual tree seedling and shrub program now through April 6.

“Every person on this planet is affected by a tree every day of their lives. Trees contribute to our health and comfort, to wildlife, to the land that we live on and the air that we breathe,” said SLCSWCD Manager Dawn Howard.

“The products produced by trees: fruit, timber, syrup, etc., are easily given a dollar value; however, it is considerably more difficult to put a value on the unseen benefits provided by a living tree. Trees save energy by creating wind/snow breaks and cooling on summer days. They remove pollutants from the air and help with stormwater management, water quality, erosion control, and bank stabilization. There is also an aesthetic value,” Howard said.

More than two dozen types of plants and supplies are available. Prices start at 90¢ and go up to $8.50 each depending on species. Minimum order is 10 with larger numbers available. Evergreen prices decrease with quantity.

Proceeds of the sale benefit conservation projects in the county. Tree delivery date is expected to be April 27, which is also Arbor Day. They will help people match species with soil types and goals.

For an order form or more information, contact the Soil and Water Conservation District office at 1942 Old DeKalb Rd., Canton, NY 13617 or call the office at 386-3582. Order forms and information are also available at www.slcswcd.org.