Shade Trees

“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is today." ~ Chinese Proverb

🌳 Why Plant a Tree in the Desert? 🌵

It might seem surprising, but trees are essential in desert environments! Here’s why:

🌞 Shade & Cooling:
Trees lower surrounding temperatures by shading soil, homes, and people — helping reduce energy costs and heat stress.

💧 Moisture & Soil Health:
Even in arid climates, well-chosen trees help the soil hold moisture, prevent erosion, and support beneficial microbes and other plants.

🌬️ Cleaner Air:
Trees filter dust and pollutants from the air — something we really appreciate on windy Ridgecrest days!

🐦 Wildlife Habitat:
Trees provide food and shelter for birds, pollinators, and other desert wildlife, helping our local ecosystem thrive.

🌿 Beauty & Legacy:
A tree adds beauty, value, and a sense of calm to your space. When we plant and care for trees that are suited to our desert climate, we’re creating something lasting — shade, health, and joy for future generations.

✨ The key is choosing the right tree for the right place — we only carry trees suited for our desert conditions that thrive with smart watering and care.

In Stock 15g as of 11/7/2025

Fruitless olive (wilsonii) multi-trunk

Fruitless mulberry

Red Push Pistache

California Pepper Tree

Crape Myrtle Choctaw -single trunk

Crape Myrtle Natchez - multi trunk

Vitex

Silver Dollar Eucalyptus

Holly Oak

African Sumac

Raywood Ash

Fan-tex Ash

Smoke Tree