Canopy for All Buy-In Program

Welcome to the “Buy-In” Section of Canopy for All!

These optional trees and materials are offered through Friends of Dubuque County Conservation, a nonprofit organization supporting the mission of the Dubuque County Conservation Board.

The Canopy for All Buy-In Program gives residents, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and community organizations an opportunity to purchase additional trees and expand their impact beyond the tree provided through the county-funded program.

Already receiving a free Canopy for All tree? You can still purchase additional trees through the Buy-In Program!

Trees are available at cost and quantities are limited. All purchased trees will be available for pickup alongside the general Canopy for All tree distribution in fall 2026.

Native Tree Buy-In

Want to plant more trees? Purchase additional native trees to add more shade, wildlife habitat, and long-term benefits to your property.

Trees available through the Buy-In Program will be selected for their ability to thrive in our region while providing valuable benefits for pollinators, birds, wildlife, water quality, and people.

Tree Selection

Tree Species	Size	Light Conditions	Soil Preference	Fall Color	Wildlife Value
Sugar Maple	60-75' Tall 30-50' Wide	Full to partial shade	Well drained	Orange	Provides seeds for squirrels, chipmunks, and songbirds while offering nesting habitat and shade for countless wildlife species.
Downy Serviceberry	15-25' Tall 10-15' Wide	Sun to Shade	Well drained	Yellow, orange, red	One of the best wildlife trees, producing early nectar for pollinators and summer berries relished by over 40 species of birds.
Eastern Redbud	20-30' Tall and 25-35' Wide	Sun to Shade	Well drained	Yellow	Its early spring flowers provide an important nectar source for native bees and emerging pollinators.
Hackberry	40-60' tall & wide	Full sun	Well drained, sand, or wet	Yellow	Supports more than 40 species of butterflies and moths, while its berries feed birds throughout fall and winter.
Pagoda Dogwood	15-25' tall 20-30' wide	Full sun to shade	Well drained	Red to purple.	White flowers attract pollinators, and its blue-black berries are an important food source for songbirds.
Swamp White Oak	50-60' tall & wide	Full sun	Wet	Yellow	Acorns provide valuable food for deer, turkey, ducks, squirrels, and many other wildlife species, while the tree supports hundreds of native insects.
Northern Red Oak	60-75' tall 50-75' wide	Full sun	Well drained	Red	One of the highest-value wildlife trees, supporting over 500 species of caterpillars and producing acorns that feed dozens of mammals and birds.
American Linden	50-80' tall 30-50' wide	Sun to shade	Moist, Loamy, Well drained	Yellow	Fragrant summer flowers are among the best nectar sources for native bees and honey bees, while seeds are eaten by birds and small mammals.

Each tree will generally be:

A native or regionally appropriate tree species
Grown in a 5-gallon container
Approximately 4–6 feet tall, depending on species
Selected for strong wildlife, pollinator, shade, and environmental value

Before purchasing, please carefully consider the tree's:

Mature height and width
Sunlight requirements
Soil and drainage conditions
Available planting space
Location of overhead and underground utilities

We encourage participants to select the right tree for the right place to help ensure their trees thrive for generations.

Important Information

These items are optional and are not included in the standard county-funded Canopy for All program.
The Buy-In Program is administered through Friends of Dubuque County Conservation.
Payment is required at the time of ordering unless otherwise noted.
Quantities are limited and trees will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Purchased trees will be available for pickup alongside the general Canopy for All tree distribution in fall 2026.
Pickup date, time, and location will be announced once tree delivery has been confirmed.
Tree size may vary depending on species and nursery availability.
Participants are responsible for transporting, planting, watering, and caring for purchased trees.
Before digging, participants should contact Iowa One Call by dialing 811 to have underground utilities marked.
Tree availability is dependent on nursery supply. If a selected tree becomes unavailable, we may offer an appropriate substitution or provide additional information about alternative options.

Why Buy In?

Every additional tree planted helps grow Dubuque County's canopy.

By participating in the Canopy for All Buy-In Program, you can:

Add more shade to your property
Create habitat for birds and wildlife
Support native pollinators
Help reduce stormwater runoff
Improve air quality
Store carbon
Create cooler outdoor spaces
Invest in a healthier community for future generations

Plant Today. Shade Tomorrow.

Thank you for helping us grow a cooler, healthier, and more resilient Dubuque County—one tree at a time.

Canopy for All Buy In