As tree growers and lovers of nature, Arbor Day holds a special place in our hearts! Twenty-one years ago we started planting trees with local schools when our daughter was a youngster at MVK Grade School. We had so much fun planting with the kids & teaching them about trees that the tradition ... READ the POST
The Benefits of Trees
At SGN Trees, we grow healthy trees, deep roots, and strong communities. With deep roots in the local community, we are always looking for opportunities to share our knowledge and passion for trees when needed. The benefits of trees are countless. Here are some facts we have gathered up over the ... READ the POST
Welcome Northeast Municipal Foresters (NEMF) to Gather at the Grove!
UPDATE 11-17-23 We had a great day hosting the Illinois Arborist Association NEMF group and friends to our farm yesterday! Our SGN and iTrees.com teams got to talk trees and bring everyone on a field tour to share how we do things here on the farm! We loved getting to catch up with old friends ... READ the POST
OAKtober Sunshine at SGN Trees
The fall colors have been bright and cheerful at the nursery this season! In mid-fall the Oaks start to slowly come into their fall glory. Unlike Maples who burst on the fall scene in a loud “Look at me, look at me!”, Oaks join the fall party in a more subtle fashion. And then all of a sudden one ... READ the POST
Illinois Arborist Association Annual Conference Nov 7 & 8
We are looking forward to another great IAA Annual Conference this fall! This year marks the 41st IAA Annual Conference & Trade Show at the Tinley Park Convention Center. The SGN Trees Team will be attending so make sure to stop by our booth and talk TREES with us! We always enjoy connecting ... READ the POST
Summer Wrap Up at SGN
~ September 12, 2023 As the end of summer draws near, we start to move into "fall mode" at the nursery. It's been a busy summer at the nursery, and we have certainly savored those long summer days and sunshine. Here are some updates on what's been going on lately on the ... READ the POST
