Nebraska Trees For Sale
The Cornhusker State is well-named, for Nebraska is known for its agricultural industry. Sitting in the central United States, Nebraska is home to many tree varieties, including the Cottonwood. These large, deciduous trees can reach heights of 70 feet, and are identifiable by their thick, deeply creviced bark and dual-green triangular to diamond-shaped leaves. Similar to dandelion puffs, the Cottonwoods release their seeds on cotton-like structures, which are carried by the wind or a furry pollinator. The Nebraskan grower is not limited to the Cottonwood, though; several varieties of trees are available for the choosing in Nebraska.
Due to its large size, climate differentials, and rainfall variations, the smart Nebraska grower will need to consider the following:
- Climate
- Soil Type
- Average Precipitation
- Irrigation
- Growing Zones
- Weather Damage
Best Trees for Nebraska
Read about the specifics for your state in the following sections. If you’re looking for some quick ideas on what to plant, consider the following trees as expert-tested and The Tree Center approved:
- Bloodgood Japanese Maple
Ideal for adding color, providing ornamental beauty, and no-hassle maintenance.
- October Glory Maple
Ideal for continuous color, adaptable growing conditions, and landscaping designs.
- Sweetheart Blueberry
Ideal for bearing fruit for delicious, edible profits, color, and perimeter planting.
- Willow Hybrid
Ideal for providing privacy, fast-growing properties, and easy care
Fast Growing Privacy Trees in Nebraska
New developments throughout the United States mean more infrastructure, more people, and more invasion of privacy. The residents of Nebraska have the option to plant and tend trees that produce privacy, turning away prying eyes and loud noises and instead enjoying the quiet and peace of private property.
The Leyland Cypress is the perfect privacy tree for Nebraskan inhabitants. The Leyland Cypress grows quickly, adds distinct charm, and produces thick barriers between a private abode and unwanted chatter. Growing between 3 and 5 feet a year, the Leyland Cypress will give the Nebraskan yard the fast-growing privacy for which they have been searching. Alternatively, the Thuja Green Giant and American Holly will bring privacy, color, and solitude to the savvy planter’s yard.
Climate
Nebraska is the 16th largest state in the United States, and its large size means that despite relatively low elevation variances, Nebraska is home to two distinct climates. In the east, Nebraska displays a humid continental climate. In the west, a semi-arid climate prevails. Generally, Nebraskan residents can expect hot summers and cold winters. Summer can be hot, and humidity decreases across the state from east to west. The record high temperature was recorded in 1936 at 118°F, and the record low temperature was set in 1899 at -47°F.
Soil Type
Most trees require well-drained soil rich with minerals to grow. Holdrege soil covers about 1,500,000 Nebraskan acres, providing rich soil for farming. This well-draining soil is best suited to growing soybeans, corn, and grain, though pastureland is also successful. Regardless of the property’s location in The Cornhusker State, a soon-to-be tree planter can perform a simple test to determine his/her soil type.
In order to determine the type of soil in your yard, try this test to give you a basis for finding the best matched trees. For this test, you will need a healthy handful of soil from the layer beneath the topmost piece of soil. The soil should be a little damp, but not recently watered or wet. Simply squeeze the soil sample and one of the following events will occur.
1. You have CLAY if, after opening your hands, the soil maintains its shape, forming a ball. If you touch the sample, it does not fall apart.
2. You have LOAM if, after opening your hands, the soil maintains its shape, forming a ball. If you touch the sample, it falls apart.
3. You have SAND if, after opening your hands, the soil immediately collapses.
Once you know what soil type you have, you can find trees best suited to the dirt’s properties. Loam is the best soil to have, as its unique qualities make it ideal for holding and transferring water to trees.
Average Precipitation
Rainfall varies in average amounts throughout the state. The rainfall follows humidity, with higher averages in the southeast and lower averages in the northwest panhandle. The southeast corner receives, on average, 31.5 inches of rain, while the northwest receives, on average, 13.8 inches of rain. Nebraska’s cool to cold winters bring in a moderate amount of snow, usually between 25 and 35 inches.
Irrigation
With varying amounts of rainfall, newly planted trees are at risk for stunted or poor growth. New trees require consistent and constant access to water in order to ensure successful rooting and growth. Investigate the property for natural or manmade water systems. If none are present, consider a drip or sprinkler irrigation system, which will assist in managing water access for the Nebraskan garden. Even at its best, Nebraska receives only a moderate amount of rainfall. Consider trees best-suited to rainfall averages. Remember, many new trees should be watered every two to three days.
Growing Zones
Despite being the 16th largest state, Nebraska is only home to four unique growing zones. A growing zone simply refers to the USDA’s determination of areas where certain plants are most likely to thrive, preferring to focus on minimal temperature ranges in which a plant can survive. Most of Nebraska sits at an even elevation, which is part of the reason for the minimum growing zone dispersal. Most of the northern half of the state sits soundly in zone 4b, with temperatures lingering at -25°F. Both warmer and colder enclaves exist, with temperatures varying between -20°F and -30°F. In the southern half of the state, temperatures do not typically drop lower than
Weather Damage
Nebraskan planters are at risk for thunderstorms and tornadoes. Violent thunderstorms occur in spring and summer, bringing much of the year’s annual precipitation. With such little variation in elevation, this can lead to flash-flooding. Nebraska also sits in Tornado Alley, and destructive tornadoes throughout the spring and summer, as well as the occasional autumn tornado, are not uncommon. Trees can be a benefit with severe weather of this nature; plant trees in loose soil along river banks or areas prone to flooding as thoroughly rooted trees can prevent erosion. Be sure to plant trees away from powerlines or buildings that could be damaged by an uprooted tree during a tornado.
If you prefer to purchase your trees or shrubs in person instead of online, we offer this comprehensive guide to purchasing a tree at your local Nebraska nursery or garden center. However, since we don’t actually live in Nebraska we can’t guarantee this list to be 100% accurate – but we did attempt to be as accurate as we possibly could. We have no affiliation with any of the businesses listed below and make no guarantees as to the businesses’ ability or the quality of trees you will receive. As with any purchase you make, be sure to check out the business with the Better Business Bureau, references, and any other sources you may have.
| Albion | Schrad Nursery and Greenhouse | 244 E Church Street | 402-395-6519 |
| Arlington | Mullins Nursery and Landscaping | 525 N 5th Street | 402-478-4538 |
| Ashland | B and B Landscaping | 18701 Ashland Road | 402-944-2435 |
| Auburn | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 2511 Schneider Avenue | 402-274-4116 |
| Beatrice | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 2121 Court Street | 402-223-5330 |
| Beatrice | Wallman Nursery | 1001 Oak Street | 402-223-3680 |
| the “East Side” | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 410 Galvin Road N | 402-731-5531 |
| the “East Side” | Trees Shrubs and More | 3803 Cornhusker Road | 402-291-9374 |
| Blair | Blair Garden Center and Greenhouse | 1561 S Highway 30 | 402-533-2040 |
| Broken Bow | Custer County Garden Center | 500 Thelma Street | 308-872-6095 |
| Columbus | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 4444 Howard Blvd | 402-564-0622 |
| Columbus | Landmark Landscapes | 3790 26th Avenue | 402-564-0702 |
| Cortland | Price’s Tree Svc | 3555 US Highway 77 | 402-798-7070 |
| Eagle | Eagle Nursery | 910 S 214th Street | 402-781-9337 |
| Edison | Elwood Farms Nursery | 72464 Road 429 | 308-962-7327 |
| Fremont | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 2445 E 23rd Avenue S | 402-721-5666 |
| Gering | Gering Garden Center | 850 10th Street | 308-436-5634 |
| Gothenburg | Wildwood Tree Farm | HC 79 Box 50 | 308-848-2831 |
| Grand Island | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 1604 Diers Avenue | 308-382-8625 |
| Grand Island | Heavens Petals Greenhouse | 508 S Shady Bend Road | 308-381-1243 |
| Gretna | Sun Valley Gardens Greenhouse | 11345 S 216th Street | 402-332-5115 |
| Hallam | Scented Geraniums of Nebraska | Box 153 | 402-450-2154 |
| Hastings | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 2220 N Kansas Avenue | 402-462-6576 |
| Juniata | Garden Gallery Greenhouse | 7480 N Roseland Avenue | 402-744-4261 |
| Kearney | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 320 W 4th Street | 308-237-2107 |
| Lincoln | Campbell’s Nurseries and Garden | 2342 S 40th Street | 402-483-7891 |
| Lincoln | Campbell’s Nurseries and Garden | 7000 S 56th Street | 402-423-4556 |
| Lincoln | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 100 Wedgewood Drive | 402-489-7168 |
| Lincoln | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 5555 S 48th Street | 402-423-5354 |
| Lincoln | Finke Gardens and Nursery | 500 N 66th Street | 402-466-1995 |
| Lincoln | Fleming’s Flower Fields | 8101 S 14th Street | 402-423-9059 |
| Lincoln | Pine Lake Nursery | 7250 Pine Lake Road | 402-421-3584 |
| Lincoln | Williams Garden Center | 1742 N 48th Street | 402-466-1981 |
| Malcolm | Sam Hill Gardens | 9405 NW 112th Street | 402-796-2191 |
| Mead | Kaspar Tree Farms Inc | 2151 County Road 11 | 402-624-2131 |
| Mitchell | Peaceful Prairie Nursery | 40095 Linden Drive | 308-623-2881 |
| Nebraska City | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 1739 S 11th Street | 402-873-6589 |
| Nebraska City | Pine Acres Nursery and Garden | 1010 7th Corso | 402-873-4119 |
| Norfolk | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 1910 Center Drive | 402-371-4660 |
| Norfolk | Norfolk Nursery | 404 N Victory Road | 402-371-9740 |
| North Bend | Dublin Nursery and Landscaping | RR 1 Box 54 | 402-352-8887 |
| North Platte | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 702 E Francis Street | 308-532-5850 |
| North Platte | Huebner’s Nursery Lawn and Garden | 620 E 8th Street | 308-532-6100 |
| O Neill | Shamrock Nursery | RR 1 Box 112T | 402-336-3323 |
| Omaha | Cirian’s Farmers Drive-In Mkt | 4911 Leavenworth Street | 402-551-1879 |
| Omaha | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 13130 W Dodge Road | 402-493-5131 |
| Omaha | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 14005 S Plz | 402-895-1146 |
| Omaha | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 9229 W Center Road | 402-391-9778 |
| Omaha | Garden Shed Old Market | 1120 Jackson Street | 402-346-6123 |
| Omaha | Indian Creek Nursery | 303 N Saddle Creek Road | 402-558-5900 |
| Omaha | Lanoha Nursery | 19111 W Center Road | 402-289-4103 |
| Omaha | Lanoha Nursery | 19707 W Center Road | 402-289-4103 |
| Omaha | Loveland Sod Farms | 9816 F Street | 402-331-5262 |
| Omaha | Mulhall’s | 3615 N 120th Street | 402-496-0700 |
| Omaha | Sunrise Lawn and Garden | 8529 Frederick Street | 402-399-0288 |
| Plattsmouth | Village Nursery | 16618 Bestman Drive | 402-298-8338 |
| Red Cloud | Garden Designs By Kiley | 246 N Webster Street | 402-746-3121 |
| Schuyler | Moore’s Garden Center | 1522 Denver Street | 402-352-2344 |
| Scottsbluff | Abc Nursery | 805 W 27th Street | 308-632-6500 |
| Stanton | Pheasant Ridge Nursery | RR 1 Box 113A | 402-439-2888 |
| Syracuse | Plantman Garden Center | 404 3rd Street | 402-269-2694 |
| Wakefield | Eaton’s Floral and Greenhouse | 706 Winter Street | 402-287-2622 |
| Wayne | Garden Perennials | 85261 Highway 15 | 402-375-3615 |
| West Point | West Point Garden Center | 1980 Highway 275 | 402-372-5631 |
| York | Earl May Nursery and Garden Center | 722 S Lincoln Avenue | 402-362-3394 |
| York | Faller Landscape and Nursery | 1502 Road M | 402-362-2714 |