Tree & Shrub Planting Services
Transform your landscape with strategically placed trees and shrubs selected specifically for our climate, soil conditions, and seasonal extremes.
Planting for the Next Generation
Every tree and shrub we plant is an investment in your property's future. The right plant in the right place will thrive for decades, providing shade, privacy, and beauty while increasing your property value. The wrong choice struggles for years before failing completely.
We've planted thousands of trees and shrubs across the Omaha metro, from windbreak installations on rural Elkhorn properties to ornamental gardens in historic Dundee neighborhoods. Each one selected and positioned for long-term success in our unique growing conditions.
Professional Tree & Shrub Installation Services
Native Tree Selection & Installation
We specialize in Nebraska natives that thrive without excessive water or maintenance. These trees evolved here and know how to handle our weather extremes.
Ornamental Tree Planting
Add seasonal interest with flowering trees like Redbud, Serviceberry, and Hawthorn, or choose reliable shade trees like Red Oak, Sugar Maple, and Linden that perform beautifully in our alkaline soils.
Native Shrub Installation
Create wildlife habitat and low-maintenance beauty with Nebraska natives like Ninebark, Elderberry, Sumac, Wild Plum, and Dogwood species that provide food for birds while requiring minimal irrigation once established.
Evergreen Windbreaks
Strategic placement of Eastern Red Cedar, Ponderosa Pine, and Colorado Spruce creates privacy screens and wind protection while providing year-round structure and winter interest.
Foundation Planting Design
Complement your home's architecture with properly scaled shrubs that won't outgrow their space: Spirea, Potentilla, and native Currants provide seasonal flowers without overwhelming smaller spaces.
Privacy Screen Installation
Create natural barriers using native Elderberry, American Plum thickets, or hybrid systems combining evergreen and deciduous species for year-round screening with seasonal variety.
Why Choose Native & Adapted Species
Water Efficiency: Native plants require less water once established, crucial during Nebraska's periodic drought conditions.
Wildlife Support: Native trees and shrubs provide food and habitat for local birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects that maintain ecosystem balance.
Soil Compatibility: Plants adapted to our alkaline, clay soils thrive without expensive soil amendments or constant fertilization.
Storm Resilience: Deep-rooted native trees withstand high winds and ice storms better than shallow-rooted exotics.
Pest Resistance: Native species have natural resistance to local insects and diseases, reducing need for chemical treatments.
Seasonal Beauty: Plants adapted to our climate provide reliable spring flowers, summer shade, fall color, and winter structure.
The Whelans Planting Process
1: Site Analysis & Plant Selection
We evaluate soil conditions, drainage, sun exposure, and mature plant sizes to select species that will thrive in your specific area.
2: Seasonal Timing Optimization
Strategic planting during optimal seasons when plants can establish root systems before facing summer heat or winter stress.
3: Proper Soil Preparation
Soil testing and amendment when necessary, though native selections typically thrive in existing conditions with minimal intervention.
4: Professional Installation Techniques
Proper planting depth, root ball preparation, and initial watering techniques that give plants the best start possible.
5: Mulching & Protection
Organic mulch application and temporary protection from deer, rabbits, and mechanical damage during establishment period.
6: Establishment Care Program
Detailed watering schedule and care instructions specific to each plant type and your property's conditions.
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