In this video, we'll give you an inside look of the journey of our bare root trees - from planting & harvesting, to arriving at our nursery!
The Journey of Bare Root Fruit Trees: From Nursery to Your Garden
Bare root fruit trees are a gardener's dream for establishing a thriving orchard. These trees, nurtured by Dave Wilson Nursery, are a testament to the care and precision required to deliver top-quality nursery stock. Here’s a look at how these trees go from field to garden.
From Field to Heeling Beds
At Dave Wilson Nursery, the process begins with harvesting the trees. Trees are carefully dug from the ground, graded, bundled, and tagged within two hours. They’re immediately placed in heeling beds, which keep the roots moist and healthy until shipping. These procedures ensure the trees never dry out, preserving their vitality.
Grown with Eco-Friendly Practices
Dave Wilson Nursery, based in California's San Joaquin Valley, has been growing premium nursery stock for over 75 years. While not fully organic, their processes are conscientious and eco-friendly. The trees are grown non-GMO, free from diseases, bacteria, and viroids. These clean trees are suitable for certified organic growers and backyard enthusiasts alike. Future certification for organic production can typically be achieved within one to three years.
Meticulous Propagation and Harvesting
Propagation involves budding rootstocks like the Mazzard cherry, ensuring the buds receive optimal sunlight for robust growth. Harvesting is a mix of mechanized efficiency and human attention, with each tree inspected, sorted, and bundled to maintain its health.
Arriving at Your Door
Once at Peaceful Valley Farm Supply, the trees are stored in large bins with moist pine shavings to protect the roots. Orders are carefully packaged and shipped to ensure trees arrive ready to plant.
Plant Your Orchard
With their robust size and healthy branching, this year’s bare root trees are ideal for a strong start. Whether for a home garden or a larger orchard, these trees promise delicious fruit with proper care.