As autumn winds down and winter approaches, itโs crucial to prepare your landscape for the colder months ahead. At Cold Stream Farm, we offer a wide selection of wildlife trees and shrubs suited for the Midwest and beyond. Whether youโre cultivating a vibrant native habitat or establishing a new landscape with bare root trees, taking… Read more »
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Best Times to Water Your Trees and Shrubs
Water is one of the most important elements in the life of any plant, and for trees and shrubs, it can make the difference between thriving and simply surviving. Whether youโre planting bare root trees or wildlife shrubs, getting the timing of your watering right is just as essential as choosing the right species for… Read more »
Tips For Planting Pine Trees in Spring
Spring provides the optimal conditions for planting pine trees due to moderate temperatures, increased rainfall, and longer daylight hours. These favorable conditions allow young trees to develop strong root systems before the summer heat arrives. Pine trees are an excellent addition to landscapes, conservation projects, and wildlife habitats, providing shelter, erosion control, and a natural… Read more »
How to Prepare Your Spring Gardening During the Winter Season
Whatโs better than planting your favorite flowers, trees, and shrubs in the spring? How about preparing for spring planting in the As we approach the winter season, and yes, it’s coming soon, it’s important to start preparing for the next season of planting. Spend the cold season preparing for your upcoming springtime planting plans 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 »
Tips for Planting Trees in Late Fall
Planting trees in late fall can be highly successful if done with care. While spring is often recommended, fall planting offers advantages such as cooler temperatures, less heat stress, and more consistent soil moisture. Hereโs how to ensure your trees thrive when planted late in the season. 1. Timing Matters by Region The ideal planting… Read more »
Winter Planting and Gardening
Whatโs better than planting your favorite flowers, trees, and shrubs in the spring? How about preparing for spring planting in the winter! Thatโs right. Your green thumb doesnโt have to rest just because the weather grows colder. Spend the cold season preparing for your upcoming springtime planting plans with these helpful tips: Plan a Clear… Read more »
Fern Flashback: The History of Ferns
According to Encyclopedia Britannica, scientists believe ferns date all the way back to the late Devonian Period, which ended about 359 million years ago, and the beginning of the Carboniferous Period that started at around the same time. To put fernsโ longevity into perspective, dinosaurs first started roaming the Earth during the Mesozoic Era that… Read more »