ORDERS ARE CLOSED - SOLD OUT FOR 2023
County of Wellington is distributing over 150,000 trees this year. The County, along with its partner Conservation Authorities, and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry promote the planting of trees and care of forests in Wellington County. Seedlings are distributed free to residents of Wellington County, local environmental groups, service clubs, schools and Wellington's local municipalities.
Order early for best selection! The 2023 Green Legacy online tree order form opens Monday October 3, 2022 at 8:30am. We do our best to fulfill all species and quantities requested, however they are NOT GUARANTEED. The order form is updated weekdays between 9:00am to 4:00pm, excluding holidays.
Did you know Green Legacy trees are grown from source-identified seeds? Many of our seeds are collected locally by staff and volunteers, while others are purchased from reliable sources. Choosing seeds from appropriate seed zones and eco-districts is important. This makes them more adaptable to seasonal temperatures, precipitation, and threats like pests and disease. They also have an increased chance of survival and greater growth potential.
Eligibility Requirements
- Trees must be planted in Wellington County within one of the seven member municipalities. You may check your property location using Explore Wellington Interactive Map.
Note: The City of Guelph is a separate single tier municipality, not a member municipality.
- Trees may not be used for resale.
The minimum order is 10 trees (1 bundle) however, larger orders of 50 to 100+ trees are strongly encouraged. Trees are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Tree Deliveries |
Deliveries occur Monday - Friday (excluding Good Friday and Easter Monday) throughout the month of April.
Once your order has be scheduled on a delivery route, you receive an email prior to receiving your seedlings. Deliveries begin in the South end of Wellington County, working towards the North. This allows us to provide trees to customers in the warmest areas first, where the weather is more appropriate for planting earlier in the season. Deliveries are weather dependent.
Seedlings will be delivered, no charge, to the end of your driveway in rural areas. In urban areas, we may place trees closer to a building where possible.
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2023 Tree Species - Available October 3, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
*fewer than 500 available |
Tree Protection and Mulch Mats |
Rodent guards are protective pieces of plastic designed to wrap around the trunk of a tree (usually a deciduous species). They offer protection against rodents (like voles) that eat tree bark. They are available to order for $1.50 each plus tax. All sales are final. ![]() Mulch mats are woven coconut fibre mats that are placed on the ground at the base of the seedling. They offer protection against competition (like grasses) and help to retain moisture in the soil. They are 45 cm square and available to order for $1.50 each plus tax. All sales are final. |
Planting and Care Instructions |
Download our Planting and Care Instructions |
Online Tree Order Form Hardcopy PDF Order Form
Do You Need Some Tree Advice?
The Ontario Tree Atlas can help you:
- Identify native Ontario tree species using pictures of bark, fruit, cones, leaves and needles
- Learn which species grow best in your area, including tips on when and how to plant a tree
- Understand what types of soil and sun exposure will help a tree thrive
Choosing the Right Tree, A Landowner's Guide to Putting Down Roots (PDF)
Updates |
January 17, 2023 - INVENTORY UPDATE - On Monday January 23, 2023 at 9:00am we will be updating the order form to offer additional hardwoods. Species will include Choke Cherry, Red Osier Dogwood, Honey Locust, Ohio Buckeye, and Black Walnut. We anticipate these will sell out quickly as quantities are very limited. Reminder! – The order form is not linked to inventory. We do our best to fulfill all species and quantities requested, however they are NOT GUARANTEED.
September 23, 2022 - Posted list of tree species available for the 2023 season. |
Planting Assistance |
Orders of 500+ seedlings have the option of asking for planting assistance. The Green Legacy Programme may be able to pair you with a local school group to help get all those trees in the ground. These orders may also be eligible for upgrades to potted stock. Let us know on your tree request form if you're interested. |
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Other Useful Tree Links:
- Seedling Planting and Care Instructions (PDF)
- Pruning Trees and Shrubs (Grand River Conservation Authority)
- Salt Resistance Trees (Grand River Conservation Authority)
- Hardwood Intercropping Systems
- Managing Ash in Farm Woodlots
- Designing and Caring for Windbreaks (Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry)
- TD Urban Forests - Value of Trees in Toronto
- Windbreaks: A Strategy for Crop Protection and Income Generation (Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs)
- Field Windbreaks (Grand River Conservation Authority)
- Planting Under or Around Powerlines and Electrical Equipment (Electrical Safety Authority)