Bucks & Montgomery Native Tree & Shrub Sale Fundraiser - July 29 - August 27, 2025

The Penn State Master Watershed Stewards’ annual Native Tree and Shrub Sale is back—and it’s your chance to add high-quality native plants to your landscape while directly supporting watershed health in Bucks and Montgomery Counties.

Pre-order now - the sale ends August 27 at 5 p.m. or when inventory sells out.

This online pre-order event features a curated selection of 23 different native trees and shrubs, chosen for their watershed benefits, popularity with the community, and proven success in Pennsylvania’s climate.

Favorites like pawpaw and persimmon are on the list, along with a variety of species to fit different sun, soil, and space needs.

Plant sizes & pricing:

• Two-gallon containers: $33 (most species)
• One-gallon option: $20
• Three-gallon option: $45

You can browse the full Tree and Shrub Catalog on the Penn State Extension website for detailed photos, mature height, sun/soil preferences, and bloom times. Consider the mature size of each plant and any nearby utilities before placing your order.

Ordering options:

• Online: Order through Penn State Extension
• By phone: Call 877-345-0691 (Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.)

Orders are available for curbside pickup only at 29 locations across Pennsylvania - no plants will be sold onsite.

Pickup dates vary by location, but most are in September or October. Examples:

1. Schuylkill County: Saturday, September 20 (2–4 p.m.)
2. Dauphin County: Saturday, October 4 (9 a.m.–12 p.m.)
3. Berks County: Friday, October 4 (4–6:30 p.m.)

Funds raised stay local, supporting Master Watershed Steward activities such as:

• Stream repair projects
• Community tree plantings
• Youth watershed education programs

Want to make sure your new trees thrive? Register for “Proper Native Tree Planting for Long-Term Success” on September 10 from noon to 1:30 p.m. The webinar is free for tree sale customers and just $5 for others. Register here.

Native trees and shrubs aren’t just beautiful - they’re ecological powerhouses. They:

• Support wildlife with natural food and shelter
• Conserve water through deep root systems that stabilize soil
• Reduce maintenance by thriving in local conditions
• Improve soil health by reducing erosion and filtering runoff
• Combat climate change by absorbing and storing carbon dioxide

Buying quality native trees is the first step - planting them properly is what makes them last. Strobert Tree Services offers expert installation to give your new trees the healthiest possible start, ensuring strong roots, minimal transplant stress, and decades of beauty.

Order Deadline: August 27 at 5 p.m.

Order Online: Penn State Extension Tree Sale

Order by Phone: 877-345-0691 (Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.)