YORK COUNTY — A special offer awaits anyone who joins the Arbor Day Foundation this month and it’s an ideal way to get area residents in the mood for spring.

Those joining the Arbor Day Foundation in February are going to receive 10 free Norway spruce trees or 10 free redbud trees to plant when the weather turns warm. 

“These trees will help beautify your home for many years to come,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The trees will also add to the proud heritage of your state’s existing Tree City USA communities.”

The offer of free trees is part of the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation’s “Trees for America” campaign.

For decades, The Tree City USA program has supported community forestry throughout the country for the past 40 years.

Tees will be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting, between March 1 and May 31, with enclosed planting instructions.

The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow, or they will be replaced free of charge.

Foundation members also receive a subscription to the organization’s colorful bimonthly publication, Arbor Day, and The Tree Book, which contains information about planting and care.

To become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to TEN FREE NORWAY SPRUCE TREES or TEN FREE EASTERN REDBUD TREES, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by Feb. 28 or visit arborday.org/february.