Rivendell Tree Farm Shapes Local Landscapes

To quote the famous author Joyce Kilmer “I think that I shall never seeA poem lovely as a tree.”Today on Bring Back the Porch, Dylan Lafferty, owner of Rivendell Tree Farm, shares insights on selecting, planting, and caring for trees in southeastern Alberta. You will learn the best species for your yard, how to maintain them, and the story behind the farm's name.00:00 Introduction 04:28 Tree Species and Their Care12:07 Establishing a Tree Farm17:35 Tree Planting Guidance for Homeowners24:13 Exploring Different Tree Varieties30:01 Transitioning to Tree Farming35:00 Environmental Benefits of Trees39:25 Understanding Apple Trees43:22 Challenges in Tree Selection44:36 Rewards of Tree Farming46:40 Purchasing Trees and Customer Experience50:24 Future Vision for Rivendell Tree FarmA true hidden gem for Medicine Hat is Rivendell Tree Farm. They grow a vast variety of hardy trees and shrubs for the southern Prairies. Including Oak, Elm, Maple, Walnut, Honey Locust, Birch, Apple, Cherry, Plum, Pine, Spruce and Larch. They also supply potted, basketed and 54″ spaded trees. The farm specializes in substantial trees, as large as 100mm calliper. They also offer project design, planting and arborist services for their valued customers.  The mandate at Rivendell Tree Farm is to cultivate a deeply rooted business that will provide the people of southern Alberta and Saskatchewan with quality trees. Trees to provide shelter, beauty, food for our children, and help to make our communities more pleasant and verdant. They are committed to providing care and service for trees throughout their life cycle. The Lafferty’s have a passion to grow beautiful trees.Key  topicsTree species and their growth habitsBest practices for planting and watering treesEnvironmental benefits of trees in urban areasTree pruning and maintenance tipsStory behindRivendellTree Farm's nameSound bites"Colorado Blues are exceptionally hardy""We travel all over southeastern Alberta""Trees provide shelter and psychological comfort"ResourcesRivendell Tree Farm Website - https://rivendelltreefarm.ca/Thank you for listening and sharing you are one in a million! We are excited to announce our community is growing and we couldn't do it with out you!  Hey we need your support. Like and subscribe to Bring Back The Porch PodcastSupport the show