June is off to a great start! Looking back at notes from last spring, May went down in the history books as one of the wettest on record. May 2020 might have it beat! As we transition into summer, we are happy to see some sunshine and dry days to get our field work done. Our Above Ground Holding ... READ the POST
Our Above Ground Holding Yard is Filling Up!
Our Above Ground Holding Yard is Filling Up! Trees are coming in daily by the truckload from the field into our Above Ground Holding Yard. We have such a great crop of trees this season - everything looks perfect! With over 1000 trees above ground you are sure to find what you need for your ... READ the POST
2020 Tree Planting Video!
Our annual tree planting video is up! We had a beautiful stretch of weather this year to get everything planted. Thanks to our great crew for all of their hard work, especially with all of the extra complications worrying about COVID-19. We loved having our son Joey home to help out and a special ... READ the POST
Time to Think Spring!
It's never too late to think spring! Order now from our premium selection of Oaks for your spring planting projects. We are now booking Spring 2020 Orders, and we would love the opportunity to grow for you next season! ... READ the POST
August Notes from the Field
Summer is flowing along nicely in the nursery so far! The weather has been perfect for growing trees – timely rains, nice temps, plenty of sunshine… our fields look vibrant! Most of our initial pruning work is done. We are going back now and putting the finishing touches on some blocks of trees for ... READ the POST
New Tree Introductions from J. Frank Schmidt Nursery
We recently attended the Iowa State Shade Tree Short Course and were treated to some excellent educational opportunities. One of our favorite presentations was by Guy Meacham from J. Frank Schmidt Nursery. Guy is the New Plant Development Manager for the nursery, and he shared some of the recent new ... READ the POST
