TREE PLANTINGS
Why should we plant trees?
Trees are a crucial part of a healthy ecosystem. They filter soil and water pollutants, protecting our natural resources while producing the oxygen we need to breathe. In Lebanon County, the annual benefits provided by tree cover (including reductions in air pollution, stormwater, and carbon dioxide) total $20.8 million. Trees can also increase property value and improve mental well-being.
To date, the Lebanon County Conservation District has planted over 4,000 trees in Lebanon County!
Our program
Who is eligible?
Landowners in Lebanon County
Riparian forest buffers
Average buffer width of at least 35 feet on each side of the creek
Must have livestock exclusion fencing, if applicable. No flash grazing.
Ag land & lawn-to-forest conversion
Must be a site change from maintained lawn or ag land to contiguous, high-density forest
Ag E&S and Manure Management Plans are required, if applicable
What is included?
Native trees and shrubs (containerized seedlings)
Planting design by LCCD
Planting in spring or fall by LCCD staff and/or volunteers
Shelters & stakes to protect trees
Three years of post-planting maintenance for plantings over 0.5 acres
How does maintenance work?
For sites over 0.5 acres, maintenance will be done by an LCCD contractor or employee for three growing seasons post-planting. Landowners who want to maintain the plantings themselves must follow LCCD’s guidelines.
For sites less than 0.5 acres, the landowner is responsible for maintenance and must follow LCCD’s maintenance guidelines.
LCCD will conduct site inspections annually.
Volunteer
It takes a lot of people to plant a lot of trees!
Fill out the form to receive email updates about volunteer opportunities with LCCD.
