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MFC Arbor Day Free Tree Seedling Giveaways

Run by Mississippi Forestry Commission (listing); cities and county Soil and Water Conservation Districts (events)

SeasonalLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Free bare-root seedlings; limits set by each event (past example: Southaven 3 seedlings per species per resident)
Who qualifies
Residents attending a local event; rules set by each host. Southaven, Ocean Springs and county SWCD events have been open to the public.
Where
Residents statewide can attend local Arbor Day events hosted by cities and county Soil and Water Conservation Districts.
Status
Seasonal. 2026 events concluded; 2027 listings expected after January 1, 2027.
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Attend a local Arbor Day or Tree Planting Week giveaway in February and take free tree seedlings to plant in your yard.

Requirements

  • Attend in person during the event while supplies last
  • Per-person limits vary by event
  • Bring a bucket and marker (Southaven)

How to apply

  1. 1Check the MFC Arbor Day events page after January 2027 for local giveaways and sales
  2. 2Contact the host (city or county SWCD) for date, place and limits
  3. 3Show up early; no application for most events

Timing and deadlines

Single-day events around Arbor Day, second Friday in February (Feb 12, 2027 by the page's rule; not stated)

Local events must request MFC seedlings by end of October 2026 (for hosts)

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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