26/07/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 26/07/2024 23:12
SEDALIA, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Conservation's (MDC) George O. White Tree Nursery in Licking is currently purchasing seed from the public for a variety of tree and shrub species. The nursery conducts seed collections annually, and collected seeds are grown into bare root seedlings.
People can bring their seed to MDC's Sedalia Office at 2000 South Limit Avenue in Sedalia by appointment or from 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. on the below dates. To set up an appointment outside of the listed dates, please email Mary Lass at [email protected].
Those who bring seed to the Sedalia Office will receive a payment voucher. Payment will be made after the seed is accepted by the nursery. The nursery will quit accepting seed once the quota has been reached for that tree or shrub, so it would be best to call or email ahead to be sure there is still a need for the seed before collecting. The nursery reserves the right to stop buying seed once needs are met. The nursery also reserves the right to reject seed that is poor quality, is not mature, or is mixed with refuse such as leaves and twigs.
Questions about tree species or how to check to see if the seed is good can contact Mary Lass at (660) 530-5500 ext. 4818. More information about seed quality and ripeness can be received from George O. White Nursery Manager Mike Fiaoni at [email protected].
The nursery is currently accepting the seed below (prices are by the pound):
Starting July 10
Starting July 31
Starting Aug. 14
Starting August 28
Starting Sept. 11
Starting Sept. 25
Starting Oct. 2
Starting Oct. 23