MONROE - The Monroe Parks and Recreation Department has trees available for the Fall Terrace Tree Planting program. All orders must be placed with the Park and Recreation Department by Monday, Oct. 10. Planting will begin the week of Oct. 24.
The following is a list of trees available for the fall planting season.
- Deborah Maple - Red foliage in spring, becoming dark bronze-green in summer. Grows to approximately 40 to 60 feet and is priced at $39.
- Emerald Lustre Maple - Similar to the Emerald Queen, but more vigorous and a better branching habit. Glossy, green foliage with red tips on new growth. Yellow fall color. Grows to be 50 to 60 feet and priced at $39.
- Ivory Silk Japanese Lilac - A budded tree form. A sturdy and compact habit. Flowers at an early age. White flower plumes 10 to 12 inches long. Must have a well-drained site and no high nitrogen fertilizer. Grows to be 15 to 25 feet and are priced at $49.
The trees listed above are for terrace planting only. Trees purchased through the program will be planted by the Monroe Parks Department. We will stake the desired location and contact Digger's Hotline prior to planting. At the time of planting, we will mulch, water, fertilize and stake the tree and leave care instructions with the homeowner. The trees are guaranteed for one year.
Anyone interested in purchasing one or more of these trees please, contact the Monroe Parks and Recreation Department at (608) 329-2460 to place your order. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. When you pay for the trees, you will receive a flag to be staked in the area where you want the tree planted.
The following is a list of trees available for the fall planting season.
- Deborah Maple - Red foliage in spring, becoming dark bronze-green in summer. Grows to approximately 40 to 60 feet and is priced at $39.
- Emerald Lustre Maple - Similar to the Emerald Queen, but more vigorous and a better branching habit. Glossy, green foliage with red tips on new growth. Yellow fall color. Grows to be 50 to 60 feet and priced at $39.
- Ivory Silk Japanese Lilac - A budded tree form. A sturdy and compact habit. Flowers at an early age. White flower plumes 10 to 12 inches long. Must have a well-drained site and no high nitrogen fertilizer. Grows to be 15 to 25 feet and are priced at $49.
The trees listed above are for terrace planting only. Trees purchased through the program will be planted by the Monroe Parks Department. We will stake the desired location and contact Digger's Hotline prior to planting. At the time of planting, we will mulch, water, fertilize and stake the tree and leave care instructions with the homeowner. The trees are guaranteed for one year.
Anyone interested in purchasing one or more of these trees please, contact the Monroe Parks and Recreation Department at (608) 329-2460 to place your order. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. When you pay for the trees, you will receive a flag to be staked in the area where you want the tree planted.
