Tree varieties were chosen for their drought tolerance, lack of seeds and leaf litter, small leaf size, and ability to survive stressful conditions. Trees, shrubs, and perennials chosen for the project draw upon native Sandhills prairie species and species unique to the Niobrara River Valley including quaking aspen, paper birch, bur oak, Kentucky coffee tree, thornless honey locust, bluestem, coneflower, low-growing sumac among others. Quick Facts: - Tree and landscape improvements are funded in part by a matching grant fund of awarded by the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum in September of 2022. All are welcome to come help leave their mark on Main Street and be a part of an exciting new chapter in Valentine, Nebraska’s history. Over 1,200 shrubs and perennials and 25+ trees will be planted in the bumpouts at intersections and the remaining mid-block sidewalk planter locations to complete the finished look of Valentine’s reconstructed Main Street. Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn about tree and shrub planting, using water-wise plants in the landscape, and general planting how-to’s from representatives from the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. FYI.coming soon On Friday, May 12th 2023 starting at 8:30am Valentine area community members are invited to help in a Volunteer Planting Day from 1st Street to 4th Street on Main Street in Valentine, NE.
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