Naperville sponsors Arbor Day tree sale

Editor's note: This story has been republished to correct the date of the sale.

Naperville's public works department will hold its annual Arbor Day tree sale from 8 a.m. until noon Saturday at the Public Works Service Center, 180 Fort Hill Drive.

Residents will be able to select from a large variety of trees at tremendous savings for use in beautifying their yards and helping sustain the environment.

Many different varieties will be for sale, including maples, crabapples, ornamental pear, magnolia and redbuds. A listing of the species available, along with prices and more event information, can be found at naperville.il.us/arbordaytreesale.aspx.

Attendees may pay by either cash or check, and all trees purchased at the sale must be removed by noon. Trees will be located inside the Public Works Service Center to avoid the public standing outside in the event of inclement weather.

All trees available for purchase are container grown, so they are easier to transport than trees that are wrapped in burlap. Public works employees will be on hand to help load trees into vehicles. No commercial sales will be allowed.

Morton Arboretum experts also will be at the event to answer tree questions, offer planting advice and distribute tree literature. The “Trees for Naperville — Tree Selection and Planting Guide” booklet will be available. This booklet can be found on the city's website at naperville.il.us/treeguide.aspx.

The City of Naperville has been named a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation for 22 consecutive years. For more information on National Arbor Day, visit arborday.org.

For more information on the tree sale, call (630) 420-6095 or visit naperville.il.us/arbordaytreesale.aspx.