Putting Down Roots!
Trees Planted since 1951
Stay in touch with our stewardship and tree planting programs. Follow us on X at @MaitlandStwdsp
Join our Forestry Mailing List for updates on planting services, species availability and funding opportunities. Email [email protected] or call Marisa at 519-335-3557 ext. 235 to be added to the list.
2025 Tree and Shrub Orders
A limited amount of stock is still available for spring planting. We will continue accepting orders until the stock runs out. Get your order in soon while quantities last!
Check out the 2025 order form:
Tree and Shrub order form – fillable (.pdf)
Tree and Shrub order form (.pdf)
Tree Order Process
- Fill out the 2025 Tree and Shrub order form and submit as soon as possible. Order forms may be submitted by :
Email – [email protected]
Fax – 519-335-3516
Phone – 519-335-3557 ext. 235
Mail – Maitland Conservation, Box 127, Wroxeter, ON N0G 2X0 - Mark the first week of May 2025 on your calendar as the tree pick-up window. Maitland Conservation staff will contact you in the spring to schedule a pick-up time. Information on the payment process will also be provided.
- Pick-up your trees during your time slot at the Maitland Conservation Administration Centre in Wroxeter.
- Get planting! For information on planting and maintenance check out our Staking & Mulching Factsheet.
Planning a Planting
Trees are best planted in the spring (seedlings and large stock) and fall (large stock). If you are interested in a planting project, but are uncertain of the process, read through some how-to options below:
1. Do-It-Yourself Planting
Planting trees on your own? Below are some tips for a successful project!
- Determine the type of project you would like to complete
- Choose which species are suitable for your site and project
- Consider your site’s sunlight, soil type, and drainage of water.
- Determine which species will help meet your project goals.
- Our What to Plant document (also found at the end of the tree order form) can help you match species to your site
- Determine how many trees and/or shrubs will fit in your space
- It is important to consider the width your trees and shrubs will become as they age. Many on-line resources provide this information, as can Maitland Conservation staff.
- Contact Maitland Conservation to determine if your project is eligible for grant funding.
- Note: to be eligible, most projects must be restoration focused with at least 50 trees or shrubs per property. Landscaping is not often eligible.
- Place your tree and shrub order as soon as possible.
Our staff are happy to help with advice. See our stewardship contact information below.
2. Planting Coordination Services
Thinking of having a contractor plant your trees? In that case, don’t submit an order form just yet! Contractors typically source the trees they’ll be planting. Reach out to our stewardship staff to discuss this option.
For projects that qualify as restoration (e.g. windbreaks, buffers, reforestation), stewardship staff can work with you to develop a planting plan and coordinate a planting contractor. After discussing your project and its restoration value, staff will:
- Schedule a site visit to walk the site and discuss your goals
- Provide advice for your site, advice on site preparation, and create a planting plan
- Look into possible funding opportunities to help offset costs
- Coordinate with a contractor to provide quotes, site visits, and complete the planting
For more information, please contact:
Karlene Zurbrigg, Watershed Forester
[email protected]
[t] 519-335-3557 ext. 250
Funding
Your planting project may be eligible for cost-share funding. Maitland Conservation staff will help you assess if your project is eligible for a grant. Limited funding is currently available through:
For information please contact:
Karlene Zurbrigg, Watershed Forester
[e] [email protected]
[t] 519-335-3557 ext. 250
Landowner Spotlights
Check out the interviews with Bill Roy and Allison Stoecker, local landowners who have been undertaking a variety of stewardship planting projects.
Resources
- Mulching and Staking Factsheet
- What to Plant
- Jann and Mike Van Massenhoven – an inspiring tree planting story
- All About Windbreaks – OMAFRA recently developed a series of four videos focusing on windbreaks. Click the link below to view the videos:
All About Windbreaks