It’s one of those things you learn in school: deciduous trees have leaves that fall off each year while coniferous trees have needles that stay on year round. You were likely taught that trees fall into these two categories, but many people don’t know that there’s a third category that straddles the two. Known as… Read more »
Summer is the perfect time to start thinking about reserving fall trees and shrubs. We’re now taking orders for the fall to help improve your landscape. Take a look at the full selection of plants available from Cold Stream Farm. Evergreens Evergreen trees are always a popular option for decorating a landscape. As the leading… Read more »
When there is a drought due to hot temperatures and little rain, crops and plants struggle to stay alive. However, trees are in desperate need of water when there is a drought. With the right information, arborists can figure out how often to water their trees but it’s a challenge that can easily be overcome…. Read more »
Now that we’re in summer, we are finally getting the opportunity to see trees in full bloom – green and blushing like earthen prom dresses. It instills in us a fierce rejuvenation that is impossible to ignore. We feel better, healthier, happier, ready to get out of bed with smiles on our faces, filled with… Read more »
It is our responsibility to make sure that trees are healthy and prosperous for years to come. That means making sure they are protected against various diseases that can render them sick and, even worse, cause their deaths. There are plenty of tree diseases out there that you should be aware of. Plus, there are… Read more »
When it comes to the well-being of the majestic spruce, the war against disease is a never-ending fight. Two enemies who are always on the radar are those pesky spider mites and needle cast diseases. Half of winning the battle is knowing what you are up against. Read on and discover what issues these threats… Read more »
If you’ve ever planted a tree on your property, chances are it was a potted tree with a soil ball on the bottom of it that contained all of the tree’s roots. Traditionally, this is the way that nurseries have sold trees to customers, but in recent years, bare root trees have become much more… Read more »
Gardening on your property can be a chore, but it can also be a satisfying hobby. Every hobby comes with benefits to the hard work that goes into it. Gardening is one of the most rewarding hobbies you can take up, and it comes with many great benefits for your life. Gardening is Good for… Read more »
When planting trees on your property, you never want to be unprepared. Gathering the proper tree-planting tools is necessary in order to not strain yourself and make sure you’ve planted the trees properly. Whichever trees you decide to plant requires a bit of research to ensure the tree is planted properly. At Cold Stream Farm,… Read more »
