Edited release
09/02/26
The State Forest Nursery online store is open for fall 2026 and spring 2027 seedling orders.
Choose from a variety of tree species, including 23 native hardwoods, eight evergreens and 15 smaller trees and shrubs. Prices range from $1.00 to $1.30 per seedling. Seedlings are sold in three age classifications, and range in size from 10-30 inches depending on the species.
You can order seedlings now through May 15. The bare-root seedlings are packaged in bundles of 25 inside sealed and labeled plastic bags.
Fall delivery is in November and spring delivery is in April and May. You can choose to have your order shipped or pick it up at the State Forest Nursery in Ames.
A link to the ordering site is available below.
https://nursery.iowadnr.gov/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery