CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Three local retail nurseries are among now 20 statewide participating in the Virginia Department of Forestry’s “Throwing Shade VA Program”.  Delaney Long with Trees Virginia Urban Forest Council says this program through May 1 replaces non-native, and perhaps invasive, species with native tree species. Retail customers can receive $25 discounts on select native trees and shrubs (valued at $50 or more) from participating nurseries

Native species do very well in Virginia’s climate, of course, which means more growing success. And they are beneficial for Virginia’s native wildlife and pollinators. Local participating retailers are Pro Tech Farm & Nursery in Barboursville, Waynesboro Landscape and Garden Center in Waynesboro, and Grass Roots Landscaping in Harrisonburg.
Click here for more about these retailers, to find all participating retailers, and for overall information about the program.