Ordering tree and shrub seedlings

As of January 31, 2020, we will no longer be accepting online orders, but mail orders will still be accepted.

To make an order after January 31, please print and complete the Tree and Shrub Application Form (2420-031) [PDF] and mail it with your full payment. More detailed ordering instructions can be found below.

Our seedlings are available to all Wisconsin landowners regardless of residence. Trees must be planted in Wisconsin and used only for conservation purposes such as forest products, wildlife habitat and erosion control. State nursery stock may not be resold, used for ornamental, decorative or landscaping purposes or Christmas tree production.

The minimum order is (a) a packet*, (b) 500 shrubs or (c) 1000 trees. Tree and shrub seedlings must be ordered in increments of 100 of each species. Contact the Wisconsin DNR nursery or call 715-424-3700 with any questions.

* - A packet consists of 300 seedlings of the landowners own choice of any combination of conifers, hardwoods or wildlife shrubs, in increments of 100 of each species.

How to order seedlings

Please follow these steps to order seedlings from the state nursery.

1. Contact your local DNR forester for advice on site preparation, species recommendations, availability of equipment rental and a tree planting plan. You should also review our frequently asked questions.
2. Check the seedling inventory for current species in stock and use the seedling price list [PDF] to plan your order. See the stock descriptions for seedling sizes.
3. To order seedlings, print and complete the paper order form [PDF] and mail it with your full payment.
4. If a desired species is unavailable through the state nursery, you may wish to contact a private nursery.

Learn more about ways to Connect with DNR.