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Native trees, flowers, grasses for sale

By Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

February 5, 2021

Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship https://iowaagriculture.gov/

Led by Secretary Mike Naig, the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship serves the rural and urban residents that call Iowa home. Through its 12 diverse bureaus, the Department ensures animal health, food safety and consumer protection. It also promotes conservation efforts to preserve our land for the next generation. Learn more at iowaagriculture.gov.

Muscatine Living

Contributed by the Muscatine County Soil and Water Conservation District

The Muscatine County Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual sale will feature many native plants.

MUSCATINE, Iowa–Native wildflowers, prairie grasses, and bare-root tree seedlings are for sale from the Muscatine County Soil and Water Conservation District, 3500 Oakview Drive Suite A, Muscatine, with orders accepted through March 26.

Money raised goes toward scholarships, educational programs, and other community projects.

The district is also selling Plantskydd, a rain-resistant animal repellent to help protect your vegetation from deer and rabbits. It is available as a liquid or powder in prices ranging from $13 to $60.

To obtain an order form for any of these items, stop by the office or call Pam at 563-263-7944 x3 or email [email protected]. You can also check the Muscatine SWCD Facebook page for the order forms.