At Cold Stream Farm, we believe in fostering the growth of the environment, taking care of the world around us. One way to do this is to plant trees. There are many benefits to planting trees, many of which we’ve covered in the blog, but one benefit we haven’t touched upon is how the planting… Read more »
Here at Cold Stream Farm, we’re very interested in how our work can help to improve the environment and counteract the effects of pollution in neighborhoods across America. Shrubs, trees and various forms of plant life thrive off of the carbon given off by our cars, factories and more. The scientific world is always making… Read more »
October is here. Before long, some of us will be inundated with snow. All of us, however, will be inundated with colder temperatures, a harsher climate. We have to make sure that our plants and trees are prepared for the challenge, which is why October is a great (and necessary) time to water our green… Read more »
In the coming weeks, you’ll most likely find yourself standing on your deck, back porch or in the middle of your yard contemplating what needs to be done next. Whether it’s finding the perfect spot for planting that tree or what spots are in desperate need of weeding, there’s plenty to do. If you are… Read more »
The 4th of July has come and gone. Independence is still in the air. You can smell it. You can hear it. If you’re lucky, you can even touch it. This means one thing: summer is here. For many, the 4th is the kickoff to summer. While we’re not planting trees in the summer, we… Read more »
The benefits of urban reforestation are backed by stats and cold facts. For example, analysts estimate that every year, urban trees remove approximately 784,000 tons of air pollution! That is, clearly, an enormous amount. Trees keep the planet and us healthy and vigorous. Unfortunately, America loses more trees than it gets in return. That is… Read more »
Ethiopia is one of the worst countries in the world when it comes to deforestation. Reports indicate that only about 4.6% of the country is covered in trees. This is quite a drastic number considering about 40% of the county was covered just a few hundred years ago. In addition to the ever growing population,… Read more »
Earlier this week, people from all corners of the puerile world celebrated Earth Day. Today is another eco-friendly day. Yes, it is the last Friday in April and that means one thing: Arbor Day! Arbor Day’s mission is a simple yet ambitious one: to celebrate trees, particularly by planting and nurturing them. Founded in 1972… Read more »
When planting trees, finding the right kind of tree and the right location for the tree is great for energy conservation. According to, “Planting Trees For Energy Conservation: The Right Tree in the Right Place” by Michael Kuhns, Extension Forestry Specialist with Utah State University, planting a tree can result in energy savings. Planted in… Read more »
Trees are not only a source of oxygen; they also offer beauty and distinction to the landscape in which they are rooted. According to the Arbor Day Foundation, trees add value to a home, regulate temperatures in neighborhoods and provide food for wildlife, in addition to having various other benefits. As a country, we have… Read more »
Think outside the box this holiday season and give a loved one a bare root tree! Although we’re currently in the midst of winter, it’s never too early to think about what trees you’re going to plant come springtime. At Cold Stream Farm, we believe preplanning is best. The same holds true when gifting a… Read more »
Welcome to the official Blog of Cold Stream Farm We created this in order to continue to connect with our loyal and new customers. Communication has been a key to our success and we want to continue to see the relationships with our customers grow. We’ll continue to write weekly posts in an order to… Read more »
