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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 »

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 »

FAQ

If I order for a future Spring/Fall season, when is my item shipped? Please refer to our shipping info page for details. How to order for tax-exempt organizations? During checkout, please select the “Reserve order” checkbox. This option is for tax-exempt customers or those with existing account credit. We will review your order and send… Read more »