Wildfires are a natural part of many landscapes, but in recent years, theyโve been growing larger, spreading faster, and causing more damage than ever before. While weather and terrain play a role in how a fire behaves, one of the biggest factors is the amount of flammable vegetation in its path โ what fire experts… Read more »
A single tree can be a bustling ecosystem of its ownโoffering food, shelter, nesting spots, and safe passage for wildlife of all kinds. Across every season, from the first spring bud to the last leaf drop before winter, trees quietly support countless creatures in ways that often go unnoticed. At Cold Stream Farm, we understand… Read more »
A century ago, the American chestnut tree (Castanea dentata) was a dominant presence in the eastern United States, with an estimated 4 billion trees stretching from Georgia to Maine. This majestic species played a crucial role in forest ecosystems, providing habitat and food for wildlife, as well as valuable timber for human use. However, the… Read more »
Composting is a great way to recycle your food waste while being environmentally friendly in the process. Plus, itโs great for your garden! As we get into the spring season, it’s time to start prepping your gardens and landscape for the summer season. A lot of work has to be done to ensure a healthy… Read more »
When it comes to landscaping, the choices you make go beyond aesthetics. Every tree and shrub you plant plays a crucial role in shaping the environment around you. At Cold Stream Farm, we’re passionate about providing trees and shrubs that don’t just enhance the beauty of your landscape, but also contribute to a healthier planet…. Read more »
Nations across the globe are actively fighting back against climate change and global warming. As the climate is supposed to change, human factors are speeding up the process causing destruction to our very own ecosystem. Deforestation also plays a major role in the downfall of our climate and ecosystem. Humanity has an obligation to cut… Read more »
Wildfires happen every year in the United States. Some years, they are more devastating than others with the destruction of forests, homes, and sometimes even towns out in the Western United States. Trees are resilient living beings, but they can be destroyed. This has been a real problem for our ecosystem and environment as trees… Read more »
Now that we are in the last week of December, we cannot help but reflect on the year we have had and the state of the world around us and if our recent blog posts are any indication, it has been a rough year. Unfortunately, we have some more tragic news to report concerning Californiaโs… Read more »
