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Learn interesting facts about different tree varieties, proper planting techniques, and more information straight from your local tree farm.
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Practical tree advice from a Pacific Northwest nursery
The Garden Gate blog shares variety spotlights, seasonal planting guidance, and nursery updates written for landscapers, retailers, and homeowners who care about trees that thrive in Washington and the wider Northwest.
Browse recent posts below for maple and dogwood recommendations, fall planting tips, farm news, and ideas for shade and ornamental trees in Tri-Cities and beyond. When you are ready to specify plants for a project, visit the tree catalog or current availability.
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Variety guides, planting tips, and updates from our wholesale tree nursery.
Do Red Maple Trees Flower?
In the Springtime in the Tri-Cities Washington area, bees will be buzzing before many trees have started to bloom. If you take a closer look at maple trees, many of them will be pushing small flowers that are quite beautiful, giving off their sustaining pollen to the bees.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Merry Christmas. We are very thankful for your business and the privilege to share our trees on your projects. Our team at Garden Gate works hard to water, fertilize, and shape a tree that will stand the test of time in the urban environments that most of them are destined to grow in.
Cutting Roots to Promote Healthy Growth for Potted Trees
Cutting tree roots is one of the most important steps in the planting process for potted trees. Read on to find out more about cutting roots to promote healthy growth for potted trees.
Prevent Girdling Roots to Avoid Long-Term Damage
Girdling root systems can cause long term tree damage, dieback, and eventually tree death. Trees with weakened root systems due to girdling roots often go undiagnosed until it is too late. Issues that inevitably arise as a result of girdling roots cannot be overcome without addressing the problems under the surface.
Attract native wildlife with these 5 landscaping trees.
Washington state is home to some of the most exceptional and majestic native plants and animals. Nature-lovers who seek to support local flora and fauna have long recognized that urbanized areas have impacted the availability of wild landscapes where native wildlife can survive.
5 Trees that are a Great fit for Golf Courses
High-quality landscaping trees can add great value to the golf course, including spectacular color and texture. Practical applications also include much-needed windbreaks, shade, and refinement to challenges on the course.
Online Store and Appointments Update
We have had a WONDERFUL Spring. Thank you ALL who have made appointments to come out to the farm, purchased on our retail store, and kept up to date with us on our newsletter. We are SO grateful for your business and support.
How deep should trees be planted?
Trees should be planted with the root flare, or where the trunk starts to develop roots, level or 1-2 inches above the level of the soil.
Highlighting Three Exceptional Dogwood Trees
A dazzling display of vibrant foliage, robust spring color and dynamic form are just a few of the features that make Dogwood trees exceptional for landscaping.
Garden Gate is Temporarily not Accepting In-Person Appointments
In an effort to protect our valuable employees and the customers we love doing business with, we have made the decision to temporarily stop accepting in-person appointments for any of our customers.
Is it Better to Fertilize in the Spring Rather Than the Fall?
For the best and brightest spring shows, it is important to support healthy growth by fertilizing landscaping trees effectively. Good fertilization practices help give plants nutrients during the growing season, and productively support vigorous growth throughout the life of the tree.
7 of the Best Small to Medium Trees for Landscaping
The diversity of landscaping trees provides the pleasure of a myriad of selections to choose from. Here are 7 stunning and noteworthy landscaping trees, ideal for small to medium spaces (and all 20-25 feet tall!)
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