For too long, the excitement of planting a new tree has been overshadowed by the uncertainty of its survival. Traditional nursery and planting methods often lead to trees that struggle to thrive, resulting in slow growth, early decline, and the heartbreak of replacement. But what if the secret to a long-lasting urban forest lies not just in the tree, but in the ground?
At Legacy-Trees, we believe in planting once, planting for a legacy. Our revolutionary, patent-pending system is engineered to solve the most common challenges facing new trees across Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota, ensuring they establish strong roots for a healthy, 100-year life.
The Hidden Pitfalls of Conventional Planting
The lifespan of a tree is often determined in the first 20 minutes it spends in the ground. Many professionals and enthusiastic homeowners overlook two critical factors that lead to premature tree failure:
- Incorrect Tree Planting Depth: Planting too deep is one of the most common mistakes, leading to suffocation and delayed growth as the trunk flare is buried.
- Stem Girdling Roots: Trees grown in conventional containers or balled-and-burlapped systems often develop circling roots. If not properly addressed, these roots can slowly strangle the tree’s trunk as it grows, a fatal condition known as stem girdling roots.
These root defects are nearly impossible to correct after years of establishment and result in a compromised tree structure that is vulnerable to storms and disease.
The Legacy-Trees Solution: Science Meets Stewardship
Our approach is rooted in advanced horticulture, starting with our patented cultivation process that fosters a superior, fibrous root system designed for immediate success in challenging urban environments.
We integrate air root-pruning technology into our growing methods. This natural process encourages roots to branch out and form a robust, radial structure, eliminating the circling patterns that cause stem girdling roots. When a Legacy-Tree arrives at your property, its root system is already optimized for rapid and resilient establishment.
When our certified dealers or authorized landscaping contractor partners perform the installation, they adhere to our exacting standards for proper tree planting, ensuring perfect tree planting depth every time. This precision dramatically increases the tree’s likelihood of survival and rapid growth.
A 5-Year Commitment to Your Legacy
Our commitment to your landscape extends far beyond the day of planting. We are so confident in the long-term vitality of our trees that we offer a comprehensive 5-year warranty upon enrollment in our Stewardship Program.
The core of this program is stewardship pruning. This specialized, proactive service ensures that your young tree is structurally sound. By making small, strategic cuts early in the tree’s life, we help prevent potential structural defects that could lead to major damage or failure decades down the line. It is the essential final step in maximizing the tree’s longevity and beauty.
If you are a municipality, commercial client, or homeowner in Wisconsin, Iowa, or Minnesota looking for a tree that will truly stand the test of time, choose Legacy-Trees. Invest in a legacy, not a liability.