Arbor Hills Tree Farm, LLC is a family owned and operated business in Omaha & the surrounding areas. Our tree nursery is located in a valley of rolling hills near David City, Nebraska, but server the surrounding areas including Council Bluffs, IA. The tree nursery today consists of a large variety of high quality fast […]

Growing healthy plants is easy if you know how to take good care of them. Using a combination of knowledge, skills, and passion for these green wonders will result in a healthy plant. Learning how to grow healthy plants is more a matter of watching and listening to the plants. Whether you are growing in a […]

Do you have any fruit trees as part of your garden right now, or are you hoping to get some planted for the future? In either case, there are a few essential things that you’ll need to know about fruit trees in advance if you want your first harvest to be a shining success. Here’s […]

Are you under the impression that the wintertime is the off-season for flowers and shrubs? – Think again. There’s plenty of plants that thrive in the cold weather. Evergreen foliage, with bright berries and vivid flowers, describe many of the plants that love to grow during the winter season. There’s no need for a colorless […]

Almost everyone knows some version of the story involving George Washington and the cherry tree. However, most people don’t know much more about the cherry tree from there – including optimal conditions for growing, just how big it gets and when it’s the best time to plant for those that flower in autumn. Here are […]

The common juniper tree (Juniperus comminus) is an increasing sight in many gardens, and it’s no wonder considering that it’s a useful and practical evergreen that’s easy to take care of once it’s sprouted or transplanted from a pot to a more permanent place. Here are a few things you should know about the common […]

The thornless skyline honeylocust tree has captured the hearts of arborists, community foresters, and homeowners throughout America. And no wonder. This variety of honey locust tree is easy to plant, grows quickly, has reasonably strong branches, is aesthetically pleasing, and is tough enough to withstand just about any urban setting. Skyline honeylocust trees have a […]

There are some people who just have a naturally developed instinct for when to plant what, and their plants always seem to flourish no matter what they do to them – but most of us aren’t quite that lucky, and for the rest of us, we have to put some extra planning into when to […]

Eastern redbud trees can be seen in many gardens all over the United States, and now that it’s time for the seasons to change again, you might be thinking of planting one in your own garden. Here are some fascinating facts about the Eastern Redbud tree, and just why you should consider planting them around […]

When it comes to planting a garden, the most important factor to consider is the location. Whether you’re planting a flower garden full of perennials or annuals, or you want to plant a garden full of vegetables that you can harvest, the location you choose is crucial. It makes all the difference in the world […]