Category: Tree Shelters

Creating a Wildlife Haven: Using Trees and Shrubs to Attract Birds and Butterflies in Michigan

May 31st, 2023 | Posted by Coldstreamfarm
Red cedar trees for planting in Michigan

Michigan’s natural beauty extends far beyond its picturesque landscapes and scenic lakeshores. The state is also home to a diverse array of bird species and butterflies, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. If you’re looking to create a vibrant wildlife haven right in your own backyard, incorporating trees and shrubs […]

Urban Forestry and Your Health

January 20th, 2023 | Posted by Coldstreamfarm
Urban forestry

Clean air is hard to come by, especially in overcrowded cities around the world. As the world shifts into renewable energy, we must look into changing the way our cities are. Instead of having concrete jungles, we need to incorporate forestry into our cities. Our health will benefit from it, and our air will be […]

Winterizing Your Garden

September 27th, 2022 | Posted by Coldstreamfarm
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 […]

The Tallest Trees are Fighting for Survival Against Worsening Conditions

June 17th, 2022 | Posted by Coldstreamfarm
Sequoia Trees in the summer time

People all over the country and even the world flock to see the world’s tallest and some of the oldest trees. The Sequoias and the Redwoods are some of the most resilient trees in the world, especially due to the wildfires that occur almost every year in the regions where they live. As climate change […]

Protecting Your Trees From the Winter Elements

November 29th, 2021 | Posted by Coldstreamfarm
Planting Trees and protecting them in the winter

All across America and no matter the climate zone, winter is approaching. For many states across the United States, winter is a significant change in temperatures and weather. Trees in these areas can be affected by the winter elements, so it’s very important to take measures to ensure the health and safety of your trees […]

Protect Your Saplings and Seedlings this Winter

September 20th, 2016 | Posted by Coldstreamfarm
Tree Tubes

If you own a farm or a tree lot, and you have a bunch of newly planted saplings or seedlings that you are trying to nurture, then you may worry about what will happen when winter comes around. Often, newly planted trees and seedlings have to deal with the multiple threats that the natural world […]

Picking the Perfect Christmas Tree

December 12th, 2014 | Posted by Coldstreamfarm

It’s that time of year again: time to pick out the perfect Christmas tree! Finding the right tree for you family doesn’t have to be a hassle. In fact, with a little preparation and information, it can be a breeze! First, be sure to measure the height of the ceiling in the room where you’ll […]