Tree Planting
Tree Planting Program with the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority
Do you want to plant trees on your property in Southwestern Ontario between London and Wheatley? The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority sells low-cost native tree seedlings and provides funding for tree planting projects over 1 acre in size.
In a given year, the LTVCA is responsible for planting as many as 100,000 trees within its boundaries between London and Wheatley. However, itโs not nearly enough!
- ๏ฌStewardship
We have various native Carolinian species, conifers, deciduous, and wildlife shrubs. We also have many resources to help you pick the right tree for the soil types on your property, and guide you on how to successfully plant your trees.
Note that there is NO warranty on seedlings purchased through this program.
Seedling Program
Are you a rural landowner or have a larger property and want to plant 50 trees or more? We support large scale tree planting projects that many use for windbreaks, wildlife corridors, woodlots, living snow fences, or those who simply want to be a part of reforesting Southwestern Ontario.
Click below to see our current price list and available species for our seedling program.
Seedling orders are now OPEN for 2026!
Funding is available for tree planting projects over 1 acre in size or approximately 500 trees.
Hereโs what you need to know about planting a large quantity of trees on your property:
A site visit is required to ensure your property is suitable
The deadline for placing seedlings orders is March 1st
All tree species must be ordered in multiples of ten with a minimum order of 50
Large projects may be planted by LTVCA staff at a cost of $1.00 by machine or $1.50 by hand
Preparation and maintenance of a project is required by landowner
Trees should be planted 7.5โฒ x 7.5โฒ to allow ongoing maintenance to ensure best chance of success
Seedling Planting Doโs and Donโts
- NDo plant the trees as soon as possible after picking them up.
- NDo spray or mist trees if they look like they are drying out.
- NDo keep the trees in bags and in shade whenever possible when planting.
- NDo eliminate air pockets by tamping the soil down around the tree, preferably with your heel, after planting.
- NDo store in a cool and dry place until ready to plant
- MDonโt store trees for more than two days.
- M Donโt soak trees in water as this drowns the trees.
- MDonโt lay the trees out and then go back to plant later.
Large Stock Program
Are you an urban landowner or only want to plant a few trees? Every little bit helps and weโre here to support you, too!
The LTVCA has larger, more established potted trees for sale that you can purchase in quantities of one or more (compared to 50 seedlings for larger properties).
Click below to see our current price list and available species for our large stock program.
Large Stock Program is now OPEN!ย
Are you ready to order trees through the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority? Hereโs what you need to know and how to order:
Ordering Deadline
How to Order
- ๎By Phone
(519) 354-7310
- ๎Online
Download the seedling order form or large stock order form.
- ๏In-person
You can order in person by visiting our office located at 100 Thames Street, Chatham, ON, N7L 2Y8
If youโre interested in more information about our tree planting program or have a question, please fill out the form below and weโll get back to you.