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 »
Thereโs something special about seeing butterflies fluttering, bees buzzing, and birds flitting through your backyard. Creating a garden that welcomes wildlife doesnโt just benefit the local ecosystemโit also brings your outdoor space to life. At Cold Stream Farm, weโve been supplying wholesale wildlife trees and shrubs for over 40 years to gardeners, landowners, and conservationists… Read more »
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 »
Christmas is right around the corner, which means the decorating has begun and the planning has started with shopping and hosting. After the Holiday, you’ll take down the ornaments and haul your Christmas tree out to the curb. But if you donโt want to send your tree to a landfill this year, there are a… Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
If you live in a nice country area, or you like to grow nice plants and trees, one of the major issues you might face is deer eating your garden or foliage. One option is to use a fence to keep deer out of specific areas on your property. However, deer are resilient, and can… Read more »
Make Fresh Mulch One of the easiest and most effective ways to reuse a Christmas tree is to rent a wood chipper and turn the tree into mulch for your garden. Fresh mulch can help to prevent weed growth in the spring, and over time it will decompose and create nutrient-rich fertilizer for your plants…. Read more »
