Trees for Schools FAQ
Happy Earth Day!
We hope you enjoy watching your seedlings and wildflowers grow!
For more information about our Trees for Schools Program, please click here.
Seedling and Wildflower Planting FAQ
Seedlings
What type of seedling did I receive?
For our Trees for Schools Program, we have distributed White Pine, White Cedar, White Spruce, Balsam Fir, and Norway Spruce. Take this opportunity to learn more about your seedlings today.
Learn about your seedlings: Facts about White Pine Trees, White Cedar Trees, White Spruce, Balsam Fir Trees, and Norway Spruce.
How do I plant the seedlings in the ground?
With a small bladed shovel, dig a hole that is slightly larger than the root plug. Place the root plug into the hole with the top of the plug even with the top of the soil. Lightly place soil around the plug and lightly tap with your foot. Water if the soil is dry.
How do I plant the seedlings in a pot?
Potted planting requires a 1 gal./3.7L pot with drainage holes. Once the seedling has been planted in a pot with soil, water thoroughly. Continue to water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch. Place in a protected area outside.
What if I can’t plant it right away?
If not able to plant right away, keep as cool as possible. Can be refrigerated, but do not freeze. Plant within 1 week of receiving the seedling.
What is the ideal place to plant a seedling?
It’s a good idea to check with the school board before planting trees on school property. Seedlings are delicate at first.
A protected area is ideal. Potted seedlings should be placed in a protected area outdoors. Whether the tree is planted in the earth or a pot, after they have grown larger, it can be transplanted to its ideal location.
How much water does a seedling need?
If the soil is dry the day you plant it, water thoroughly. If planting in a pot, be sure to check it regularly, and when dry to the touch, water thoroughly.
Seedling Aftercare FAQ - You have planted your seedling, what happens next?
What types of activities can I do with my classroom or school to share the importance of trees in our ecosystem?
- Visit Pinterest for ideas on celebrating Earth Day.
- Plant seedlings together, and involve as many students as possible.
- Watch your seedling grow, track growth over time, and feel free to give your tree a name!
Can you recommend other videos about trees and the environment that I could watch with my students?
- NOTE: Please preview all of our resources to ensure they are appropriate for your grade level.
Wildflower Seeds
If your order was for wildflower seeds, each packet will contain a mixture of native Ontario seeds that love the sun. Please refer to your packet of seeds for care instructions or read the tips below.
What type of wildflowers did I receive?
The wildflower mixture includes many native Ontario species: Baby’s Breath, Bachelor Buttons, Black Eyed Susan, Cosmos, Calendula, Catchfly, Chrysanthemum, Lance Leaf Coreopsis, Plains Coreopsis, Scarlet Flax, Rocky Mountain Penstemon, Evening Scented Primrose, Prairie Coneflower, Purple Coneflower, Russell Lupines, Soapwort, Shasta Daisy, Flanders Poppy, Wallflower and Sweet Alyssum Carpet of Snow. All of these plants will attract bees, insects, and birds, creating excellent habitats and food for these important species.
Why are wildflowers beneficial?
Wildflowers create shelter, breeding grounds, and food for pollinators, insects, and birds. These creatures then assist the flowers by transporting pollen. This allows the flowers to develop seeds, and in turn produce more flowers. Even in the winter, wildflowers still provide food and shelter, so make sure to leave your garden as is in the winter, no need for cleaning up!
How do I plant the seeds?
One packet has enough seeds for an area of approximately 3-5 m2. Remove any weeds or grass in the area. Loosen the soil to 2.5 cm (1”) depth with a rake. Spread the seeds over the cleared, raked area. Rake lightly over the area again while leaving the soil loose to help the seeds germinate. Water the area. It should take approximately 2-3 weeks for sprouting to occur. You can continue to water throughout this period if the soil is dry.
What is the best location to plant the seeds?
A location that gets a lot of sun throughout the day is ideal for wildflowers. Make sure to choose a sunny area that receives 6 or more hours of sunlight per day.
Please share your photos!
Whether you held an Earth Day celebration at your school, had a tree or wildflower planting day, or just wanted to share pictures of how your trees or flowers are growing, we would love to see your photos! Please ensure you have permission to photograph all students shown in the photos, and then send them to treesforschools@copernicused.com. Please note that these may be used on our website, social media, or in printed materials. If you share these photos on your social media channels, we’d love to be tagged! You can use @copernicused on Twitter, Facebook, and @copernicuseducationalproducts on Instagram with the hashtag #TreesForSchools!
Please contact us at: treesforschools@copernicused.com for more information.
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