Native seedlings are now available to Campaspe rural landowners for a subsidised cost through Council's Rural Tree Scheme.
General Manager Infrastructure, Jason Deller, said those taking advantage of the scheme can improve their property's landscape, create habitat for wildlife and introduce wind breaks.
"The scheme has approximately 40 indigenous plant species that are well suited to the Campaspe climate and soil types," Dr Deller said.
"The plants available range from ground covers that grow to less than a metre, to trees that will grow more than 30 metres."
"Council, along with local landcare groups, can provide advice on species selection and site preparation."
"All rural zoned ratepayers within Campaspe Shire are eligible to purchase limited numbers of subsidised plants through the scheme. Property size determines the maximum number of plants available."
"Once landowners have placed their orders, we encourage them to contact the participating nurseries so they can prepare the right volume of stock. Ordering as soon as possible will ensure your preferred plants can be provided."
Pickup times are negotiated with the nurseries, but must be prior to the end of June 2022. Autumn is generally the best time to arrange pickup and conduct planting.
Order forms, including a full list of available species, are available on Council's website, at customer service centres, or can be mailed out on request.
