New trees for Boise yards
Tree Planting in Boise, ID
Tree planting is a 50-year decision, so it pays to get the spot right. We’ll help you choose a tree that can handle your soil and Boise’s hot, dry summers, keep it well clear of the house and power lines, and set it at the right depth so it actually takes off.
- Free estimates
- Cleanup agreed up front
- Based in the West Bench area of Boise
The old stump may need grinding or full removal first, depending on where the new tree goes.
Right service?
When planting makes sense
It makes sense if:
- You lost a tree to a storm, decline or removal and want the shade back
- A new-build yard in Harris Ranch, Barber Valley or West Boise has no shade yet
- You want to cool the west or south side of the house
- The City or your HOA requires a replacement tree
- You want a privacy screen or a smaller flowering tree
Not quite planting?
- An existing young tree is struggling→ A tree health check
- A young tree needs shaping→ Tree pruning
What you get
What our tree planting includes
- Help choosing a species and size for the spot
- Placement checked against the house, lines, paving and sprinkler heads
- 811 locate before digging
- A wide, shallow hole with the root flare at or just above grade
- Correct mulch ring, kept off the trunk
- A simple first-year watering plan
Priced separately
- The tree itself, bought from a nursery (we’ll suggest species that fit)
- Irrigation changes such as a new drip line, unless agreed
Good to know in Boise
Planting for Boise’s climate
Plant in fall or spring
September and October work well in Boise: warm soil, cooler air and fewer hot days for roots to settle. Spring, before the heat, also works.
Right tree, right place
Idaho Power recommends only low-growing trees (about 25 feet or less at maturity) under or near power lines, and larger trees well away from them. Give big shade trees room from the house too.
Water deeply, not often
Lawn sprinklers rarely reach deep enough. A slow soak every week or so in the first summers matters more than daily sprinkles.
Street trees and HOAs
Planting in the strip by the street needs a free City permit and an approved species. Many HOAs also have approved tree lists.
FAQ
Tree planting questions
What are good trees to plant in Boise?
It depends on the space. For larger shade, oaks, honeylocust, hackberry and Kentucky coffeetree do well in Boise’s climate. Under power lines, small trees such as some maples, crabapples or Japanese tree lilac fit better. We’ll help you match a tree to the spot.
How far from my house should I plant a tree?
Small trees can go fairly close, but large shade trees need plenty of room from the house so roots and branches don’t cause problems as they grow. Idaho Power suggests keeping the largest trees around 35 feet away.
Can I plant where the old tree was?
Yes, if the stump and chips are removed and replaced with good soil. Planting a few feet away is usually easier.
How much should I water a new tree?
A deep soak about once a week in the first summers, more in heat waves. Check the soil a few inches down: it should be moist, not soggy.
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Before you plant
Neighborhoods we serve
We plant trees across Boise, including:
Talk to us
Thinking about a new tree?
Tell us about the spot, and we’ll suggest trees that will do well there.