Trees · New York

NYS DEC Saratoga Tree Nursery Spring Seedling Sale

Run by NYS DEC Saratoga Tree Nursery

SeasonalLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
2026: conifers mostly 25 for $25; hardwoods mostly 25 for $30 (100 for $90); shrubs 25 for $25; Pollinator Packet 30 plants $35; Wildlife Habitat and Riparian packets 100 plants $80
Who qualifies
Open to New York residents and residents of bordering states.
Where
Open to all New York residents and residents of bordering states.
Status
Seasonal. 2026 sale closed; next sale early 2027 (January through May)
Type of payment
Discount
Official program page

What you do

Order low-cost bareroot tree and shrub seedlings by phone and plant them on your land.

Requirements

  • Phone orders only at 518-587-1120, Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
  • Pay by check or money order within 10 days of invoice; no cash or cards
  • Some species limited to 2 units of 25
  • Pickup at nursery or DEC regional offices, or FedEx ($30 or $5 plus 25%, whichever higher)

How to apply

  1. 1Wait for next sale; species list posts in January 2027
  2. 2Phone 518-587-1120 to place an order
  3. 3Return the signed invoice with check or money order within 10 days
  4. 4Pick up or receive delivery mid-April to early May

Timing and deadlines

Seedlings available mid-April to early May

2026 closed; check back early 2027

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

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 See something out of date?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

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