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Spring conservation plants program ends soon

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Megan DeLeeuw  for the information in this story.) Trees and shrubs for such conservation uses as: windbreaks, screens, wildlife habitat, soil erosion and reforestation; as well as prairie grass, wildflower and day lily plants … Read more

Order your conservation plants and trees

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Megan DeLeeuw for the information in this story.) The Washtenaw County Conservation District spring conservation tree and native plants sale is now in progress. Tree seedlings, including a variety of evergreen tree, hardwood tree … Read more

Conservation District fall tree sale through Sept. 22

Trees for fall planting that can be used for windbreaks or screens to block the wind, unwanted views or as sound barriers; to reduce soil erosion by providing permanent cover for the soil; to create habitat to attract wildlife to … Read more

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Soil

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Rice for the information in this story.) Many people may think soil is just dirt. It is on the ground. Grass and trees grow in it, and it gets on their clothes, shoes … Read more

June 3: Washtenaw Conservation District Fish Day

The Washtenaw County Conservation District is sponsoring a Fish Day event, Saturday, June 3, from noon-3 p.m. at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road. This event is an opportunity for pond owners to buy fish to stock … Read more

Conservation District has rain barrels for sale

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Rice for the information in this story.) Using a rain barrel can save you money and benefit your garden and landscaping by taking advantage of a resource you may not have thought of … Read more

Deadlines looming to order spring conservation plants

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Rice for the information in this story.) Trees and shrubs for such conservation uses as: windbreaks, screens, wildlife habitat, soil erosion and reforestation; as well as prairie grass, wildflower and daylily plants for … Read more

Conservation District spring tree and plant sale underway

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Rice for the information in this story.) By planting properly selected plants you can provide food and cover that will attract a variety of wildlife to your property. Evergreens provide good nesting cover … Read more

Conservation District plant sale underway

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Rice for the information in this story.) The Washtenaw County Conservation District spring conservation tree and native plants sale is now underway. Tree seedlings, including a variety of evergreen tree, hardwood tree and … Read more