With environmental issues on the rise, it is important to do everything possible to help conservation efforts. It is no secret that the bee population is on the decline, and it has even been rumored that robotic bees will eventually be used in place of the real bees. There are numerous reasons behind the decline,… Read more »
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Essential Fall Gardening Tips
Summer is nearing its end which means it is time for fall garden preparations. There are many steps you must take during this time to ensure the health and longevity of your garden. Colder months are ahead, and it is time to prepare your lawn and landscaping. To make sure your landscape is ready, make… Read more »
Tips for Creating A Sensory Garden
There are many elements that go into creating a lush garden. What distinguishes an average garden from a sensory garden are the design elements. A well-designed sensory garden will entice the senses through smell, touch, taste, and sight and sound. There are many different ways to create a sensory garden, here are a few tips… Read more »
Plants That Increase Your Home Security
Installing a home security system, locking your door when you are away from home, and leaving a timer to switch lights on and off are all great ways to thwart thieves. In addition to those methods, certain plants can add an extra layer of security for your home. Plants add both life and character to… Read more »
Reasons to Buy Plants From a Wholesale Nursery
Cold Stream Farm is a wholesale/retail bare root tree and shrub nursery in Michigan. What are the benefits of buying plants from a wholesale nursery rather than a corporate store? Quality First, consider the quality. Big box stores treat their merchandise poorly. It doesn’t receive the attention and care that a wholesale nursery gives… so… Read more »
Featuring the Lilac Flower
The gorgeous lilac flower is just one of the many popular deciduous shrubs we offer at Cold Stream Farm. With a mesmerizing fragrance and lovely charm, lilacs quickly beautify your garden with pops of inviting color. The history of the lilac is rooted in a story of infatuation. According to Greek mythology, the beauty of… Read more »
Understanding a Wildlife Habitat
Successful wildlife habitats must include the essentials needed to sustain the life within them including food, water, and shelter. An important part of a wildlife habitat is plants, shrubs, and trees, all of which work to provide protection, shelter, and food, for wildlife. Every animal species requires different types of food to survive depending on… Read more »
No Green Thumb Needed: A Shrub You Can’t Kill
Many different types of plants, flowers, and trees take a lot of care and expertise to grow. However, if you don’t have a “green thumb,” you might be searching for greenery that you can enjoy with little maintenance required. Cold Stream Farm sells a variety of shrubs that can be cared for with minimal effort,… Read more »
Information on the Mulberry Tree
Kids across the world have been singing about mulberry “bushes” for years now, thanks to the popular nursery rhyme, “Here We Go ‘Round the Mulberry Bush.” But in reality, mulberry bushes don’t really exist. Mulberry trees do, though, and there are all kinds of benefits that come along with planting them on your property. Cold… Read more »
Understanding the Cinnamon Fern
At Cold Stream Farm, we know people love ferns for their variety, with each type of fern offering subtle differences from the last. Cold Stream Farms offers ferns that work for everyone, from ferns that tolerate rough weather conditions to ferns that thrive in cold soil. This week we are highlighting our Cinnamon Fern. Cinnamon… Read more »
Understanding the Chestnut Tree
At Cold Stream Farm, we offer our clients a diverse selection of tree seedlings, and other plants—each with their own unique properties that offer something different. One of our all-time favorites is the Chestnut tree, and for that, we have two types available: the American Chestnut, and the Chinese Chestnut. It is important to understand… Read more »
Understanding the Larch Tree
At Cold Stream Farm, we offer a diverse selection of trees and shrubs that, we believe, hold the potential of seriously beautifying wherever they are planted. Each tree has its own set of unique qualities that provide something different to our clients and this week, Cold Stream Farm is highlighting the Larch tree. With the… Read more »
