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 »
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Russian Mulberry (Morus alba)
This plant is restricted for shipment to Wisconsin. Latin Name: Morus alba Also Known As: Russian mulberry, White mulberry Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Mature Size: Typically grows to a height and width of 30-50 ft (9-15 m). As it matures, the crown becomes more spreading. It has shallow roots. Preferred Soil and Climate: Native to northern… Read more »
Red Mulberry (Morus rubra)
Latin Name: Morus rubra Also Known As: Red Mulberry Zone: 4-8 Height at Maturity: Typically reaches heights of 30-60 ft (9-18 m) (Missouri Botanical Garden). Preferred Soil and Climate: Indigenous to Eastern North America, the Red Mulberry thrives in various moist soils. Its seeds are dispersed widely by birds, allowing it to grow in nearly… Read more »
Creating a Four-Season Bird Habitat with Native Shrubs and Berry Producers
If you want your yard to be a place where birds always feel welcome, the best thing you can do is design a landscape that works for them all year long. Feeders are fun and helpful, but they only scratch the surface of what birds need to survive. A true four-season habitat offers natural food… Read more »
How Trees Support Local Wildlife Throughout the Year
A single tree can be a bustling ecosystem of its own—offering 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 »
Essential Tree Species for Midwestern Wildlife Habitats
The Midwest region is home to a diverse array of ecosystems, each one supporting an equally varied mix of plant and animal species. Trees play a vital role in these habitats, providing food, shelter, and nesting sites for countless wildlife. From birds and mammals to insects and fungi, the health of the Midwest’s biodiversity is… Read more »
Consider Planting Fruit this Spring
Adding fruit trees to your property can provide some amazing benefits for you. Fruit trees will provide you with fresh fruit that you won’t have to look for in the grocery store during the spring and summer months. Seeing these trees blossom and bring fresh fruit will leave you with a smile on your face…. Read more »
The Benefits of Deciduous Plants
Cold Stream Farm is a wholesale/retail bare root tree and shrub nursery in Free Soil, Michigan. We offer a variety of plants for sale, including deciduous shrubs and trees. What are some things we think you should know about deciduous plants? Deciduous Meaning First things first– what does the word deciduous mean? It refers to… Read more »
The Benefits of Fruit Trees on Your Property
Things to Know About Deciduous Plants
Deciduous Meaning First things first– what does the word deciduous mean? It refers to the falling off at maturity of leaves, petals and/or ripe fruit. So, if you’ve seen a shrub or tree shed leaves around September, October or November, you’re looking at a deciduous plant. Typically, these are some of the most beautiful features… 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 »
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