2023 Native Tree and Shrub Sale
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2023 Native Tree and Shrub Sale Vernon Hills residents are invited to participate in the Village sponsored Native Tree and Shrub Sale as part of our annual Arbor Day celebration. The goal of this program is to foster a healthy urban forest in our community. Take this great opportunity to enhance (or start) landscaping around your home! Pre-Orders Only All trees and shrubs must be pre-ordered and pre-paid prior to Monday April 24, 2023. No orders will be accepted after this date. Orders for trees and shrubs will be accepted as long as quantities last. If an item is no longer available at the time the order form is received, you will be contacted to either make another selection from remaining trees, or given the option to cancel your order and have your check returned. Open to Vernon Hills residents only. Limit 3 per address. How to Pre-Order To reserve your trees or shrubs please print the order form and mail it, or bring it in with a check payable to the Village of Vernon Hills to the Vernon Hills Public Works Department. Cost Trees will cost $25.00 each and shrubs will cost $22.00 each. All trees and shrubs will come in a 5 gallon container and the size will vary with the species. Generally, the trees will be approximately 2-5 feet tall. Tree Pick-Up Date Residents will pick up pre-ordered trees and shrubs at the Vernon Hills Public Works Department located at 490 Greenleaf Drive. Residents must have means to transport. No deliveries will be made to resident’s homes. Proof of residency will be required when you pick up your trees or shrubs. Pick-up Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023 Hours: 8 a.m. – 12 noon (rain or shine) Planting and Care Planting instructions and care guidelines are available at: http://www.arborday.org/trees/NineNum7.cfm In addition, Village Arborists will be available to answer questions and help you select the best tree(s) for your location. Homeowners are responsible for planting, and caring for your new trees. No warranty on trees and shrubs. Utility locates are required before planting, contact J.U.L.I.E. at 1-800-892-0123. Wood Chips Free wood chip mulch is always available and accessible at the Public Works facility, 490 Greenleaf Drive. Bring your own shovel and containers! Additional Information If you have any questions regarding this sale, please call or e-mail Ken Loar, Village Arborist, at 847-680-2268 or KenL@vhills.org.
Public Works Department
2023 Native Tree and Shrub Sale
Order Form
Name: _______________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
Phone: __________________________ Email:______________________________
Please enter the quantity of each tree or shrub you wish to purchase. There is a limit of 3
per address (Vernon Hills Residents Only). If one of your choices is ‘Sold Out’ at the time
the form is received you will be contacted.
Each tree and shrub will be sold in a 5 gallon container and will vary from approximately 2
to 5 feet tall. Must have means to transport trees and shrubs. No deliveries of trees
or shrubs will be made to resident’s homes. ***No Warranty on Trees and Shrubs***
QTY. Totals
River Birch X $25
Bald Cypress X $25
Pagoda Dogwood X $25
Tulip Tree X $25
White Oak X $25
Swamp White Oak X $25
Red Oak X $25
Bur Oak X $25
Chinquapin Oak X $25
Oakleaf Hydrangea (Shrub) X $22
Fragrant Sumac (Shrub) X $22
Buttonbush (Shrub) X $22
Grand Total $ _______________
***Checks Only*** Make checks payable to: The Village of Vernon Hills
Mail or bring this order form and payment to:
Vernon Hills Public Works
490 Greenleaf Drive
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Forms and payment must be received no later than
Monday, April 24th, 2023
Village Native Tree and Shrub Sale
ALL TREES AND SHRUBS COME IN A 5 GALLON CONTAINER
The height of the trees will be approximately 2-5 feet tall and will vary with the
species.
River Birch
’Betula nigra’
Grows 30’ to 40’ in 20 years and may reach
70’. A beautiful tree with dark green leaves in
the summer changing to yellow in the fall and
exfoliating bark on larger limbs exposing the
inner bark. Does best in moist, acidic soils
and full sun.
Bald Cypress
‘Taxodium distichum’
A slender pyramidal deciduous conifer that will grow to
50’ or more. Will grow well on almost any site but
prefers deep loamy soil and full sun. Fall color ranges
from orangish brown to russet.
Pagoda Dogwood
'Cornus alternifolia’
Grows 15-20’ tall. The branches spread
horizontally and form tiers. The leaves are
medium green and can turn reddish purple in
fall, although it may not develop outstanding
fall color. Yellow-white fragrant flowers in late
May and early June. Does best in moist, well-
drained, acidic soil and partial shade.
Tulip Tree
‘Liriodendron tulipifera’
A fast growing tree with pyramidal to oval-rounded
crown grows to over 50’ at maturity. Unique yellow-
orangish flowers that resemble a tulip flower in May to
early June. Fall color is golden yellow. Prefers well-
drained, moist soil and full sun.
White Oak
‘Quercus alba’
The Illinois State Tree. A slow to medium
growing tree with deeply lobed leaves that are
dark green to blue-green in the summer
turning to brown with hints of red color in fall.
Plant in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Swamp White Oak
‘Quercus bicolor’
Grows well in wet locations and has scaly bark and a
broad crown. The leaves are dark green on the upper
surface and a pale green to grey-white on the lower
surface. Will grow to over 50 feet at maturity. Plant in
full sun.
Red Oak
‘Quercus rubra’
A fast growing oak with up to 2’ of growth per
year possible when young, reaching to 60’ at
maturity. Pointed leaves that are dark green
in the summer turning to russet red and
sometimes bright red in fall. Plant in full sun
in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Bur Oak
‘Quercus macrocarpa’
A slow to medium growth rate tree with deeply
furrowed stems at a young age. Dark green leaves in
summer change to dull yellow to brown in fall. A very
majestic tree with age. Plant in full sun where there is
plenty of room for it to grow.
Chinquapin Oak
‘Quercus muehlenbergii’
A handsome medium fast growing tree with a
mature size of up to 50’. Leaves are dark
yellowish green in summer changing to yellow
to orangish brown in fall. Plant in full sun and
average soil.
Oakleaf Hydrangea
'Hydrangea quercifolia’
Will grow to 4-6 feet tall. The creamy white fragrant
flowers appear late June through July. Prefers moist,
well-drained soil and full sun. Plant in a sheltered
location as temperatures below -10 can cause injury
Fragrant Sumac
‘Rhus aromatica’
A medium shrub which will grow 2-6’ tall with
fragrant leaves/stems when bruised. Leaves
turn orange to red to reddish purple in the fall.
Can withstand part shade and does best in
well-drained soil.
Buttonbush 'Cephalanthus occidentalis’ Will grow to 3-6’ tall with glossy green foliage and creamy white flowers June through August. Best suited for moist to wet soils, will not tolerate drought or dry locations. Plant in full sun for best bloom.
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