When you’re planning a landscaping, habitat restoration, or reforestation project, one of the most important choices you’ll make is whether to plant bare root or container-grown trees and shrubs. Both options can thrive under the right conditions, but they offer different benefits depending on your project size, timing, and budget. At Cold Stream Farm, we... Read more » The post Bare Root vs Container-Grown: Which Is Best for Your Project? appeared first on Cold Stream Farm.| Cold Stream Farm
If you want a more resilient, wildlife friendly property or you simply want a landscape with more character and less fuss, it pays to explore a deeper bench of natives that rarely get the spotlight.| Cold Stream Farm
Creating a thriving wildlife habitat takes more than just open land. The plants you choose shape the environment, determining which species of birds, mammals, and pollinators will make it their home. Trees and shrubs provide food, cover, and nesting opportunities, and when you want to build a habitat that grows strong for years to come,... Read more » The post Why Bare Root Trees Are Ideal for Creating Wildlife Habitats appeared first on Cold Stream Farm.| Cold Stream Farm
Whether you're planting for aesthetics, wildlife habitat, or durability, conifers are a smart choice for cold regions, and at Cold Stream Farm, we have plenty to choose from.| Cold Stream Farm
Bees buzzing through blossoms, butterflies dancing from flower to flower, hummingbirds hovering with their wings beating in a blur—pollinators bring life and movement to our landscapes. But beyond their beauty, these creatures are essential. They ensure plants reproduce, fruits ripen, and ecosystems stay balanced. Without them, our food supply and natural spaces would look very... Read more » The post How to Support Pollinators with Flowering Trees and Shrubs appeared first on Cold Stream ...| Cold Stream Farm
At Cold Stream Farm, we’ve seen firsthand how strategic tree planting can create healthier landscapes that also help limit wildfire risk.| Cold Stream Farm
There’s something magical about the way autumn transforms the landscape. One day, the trees are still lush and green, and the next, they’re bursting into a patchwork of red, gold, and orange. Every year, it feels like nature’s grand finale before winter sets in. And if the forecasts are right, 2025 could bring us one... Read more » The post Bringing Some Extra Color This Fall appeared first on Cold Stream Farm.| Cold Stream Farm
Landscaping in Michigan and the surrounding northern states comes with its own set of challenges—long winters, sudden frosts, and wild temperature swings. But that doesn’t mean your yard or property can’t be beautiful year-round. You just need the right plants. That’s where cold hardy shrubs come in. At Cold Stream Farm, we specialize in bare... Read more » The post Designing Low Maintenance Landscapes with Cold Hardy Shrubs appeared first on Cold Stream Farm.| Cold Stream Farm
Using trees and shrubs to stop erosion isn’t just effective—it’s also environmentally friendly and sustainable.| Cold Stream Farm
Cold Stream Farm has been supporting restoration efforts for more than 40 years, and we’re proud to offer the species, advice, and service you need to get the job done right.| Cold Stream Farm
