Cherry Lake Tree Farm

"What is Essential is Invisible to the Eye" That is why it is vital that you know your grower and tree supplier. Many root defects can be hidden inside a tree’s root ball, and some of these may take several years before they affect the visible canopy of the tree. The only way to insure that you are receiving a good quality tree with a superior root system is to request that your trees be supplied by a grower who has an elaborate root manipulation process throughout the life of the tree: from the liner stage to its final size. Click here to learn more about our root enhancement process, and what it means to you!
Our Root Enhancement Process
	Starting with the Liner When we shift our liners from the greenhouse to a 3-gallon air-pot, we examine each liner, hand prune any potential diving or circling roots, and massage the roots system to give the roots the best opportunities to grow laterally.

Shifting on Time
Whether in a container or in a B&B basket, trees have a shelf life. If they sit in the container or basket too long, serious root defects will develop. At Cherry Lake, we are shifting consistently and on time, keeping our farm stocked with fresh, quality material at all times.

The Air-Pot
This revolutionary container actively enhances the quality of the growing root ball. The unique cone like structures on the inner and outer surfaces of the container direct roots into the air holes, preventing spiraling roots and stimulating new root flush from within the core of the system.

Planting Depth
Our Cherry Lake staff has check points in place to ensure that the trees are consistently being planted at the ideal depth, eliminating root defects that could impede tree growth.

Constant Root Management
At each shift, rootballs are inspected and the most appropriate root-manipulation technique is applied: shaving, teasing and/or pruning. The goal is to only have healthy radial roots branching out from the core, and promote healthy new root growth.