Michigan’s natural beauty extends far beyond its picturesque landscapes and scenic lakeshores. The state is also home to a diverse array of bird species and butterflies, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. If you’re looking to create a vibrant wildlife haven right in your own backyard, incorporating trees and shrubs… Read more »
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Planting Trees to Create a Beautiful Landscape
Planting trees on your property can be a beneficial for many different reasons. If you donโt have any trees on your property at this point, it could look a little bare. Adding trees to your property can create a beautiful landscape. Trees make the world go round. Our planet is filled with forests including trees… Read more »
Trees to Plant on Your Property in the Spring
Itโs time to start thinking about what youโre going to plant on your property this year. Every spring season, homeowners look forward to spring cleanup around their yard, but itโs also good to consider new and healthy trees to plant on your property to enhance the look. Here are some trees you should consider planting… 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 doesnโt receive the attention and care that a wholesale nursery givesโฆ so… Read more »
Planting Trees and the Effects on Your Property
Many homes across America have trees either in their back or front yards. We see them every day when we leave, we clean up when leaves or branches when they fall, but have you ever taken the time to think about the real value they bring to your home? For starters, trees provide us with… Read more »
Winterizing Your Garden
As the Fall season begins its full swing of weather change, our gardens and yards will start to look different. The Fall season is the time of year where we start to think about how we can get our gardens ready for the winter season. In the Northern United States, our Fall starts sooner than… Read more »
How to Help Save The Bees in Today’s Environmental Landscape
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 has been on the decline, and we should understand that this is an issue for the preservation of our wildlife. It’s understandable that many of us find bees to be… Read more »
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 »
Plan Accordingly When Planting Trees
Although the best time for planting trees is late winter or early spring, many people plant trees in autumn. As we near the end of August, the temperature will begin to cool and our thoughts will focus on preparing our kids for back to school, the seemingly endless parade of holidays and doing last minute… Read more »
Benefits of Planting Bare Root Trees and Shrubs
Are you in the market for some new trees for your property? Bare root trees might be your best option. Bare root trees are dug up and then sold without any soil surrounding their roots. Whatโs more, there are many advantages that come along with planting them in the ground. There are plenty of advantages… Read more »
The Tallest Trees are Fighting for Survival Against Worsening Conditions
People all over the country and even the world flock to see the worldโs tallest and some of the oldest trees. The Sequoias and the Redwoods are some of the most resilient trees in the world, especially due to the wildfires that occur almost every year in the regions where they live. As climate change… Read more »
Create Container Gardens to Decorate Your Home or Business
Flowers, shrubs and ferns can be planted in just about anything. Although theyโre ideally found in luxurious garden beds tucked under a blanket of mulch or soil, theyโre also used for other things such as pots, hanging baskets, window baskets, wheel barrows and anything else you decide to get creative with. One great way to… Read more »