Helpful Resources
Why Road Access May Be the Most Overlooked Driver of Timber Value
Road access isn’t just a convenience – it’s one of the most overlooked drivers of timber value. In this article, we break down how access impacts marketability, harvest timing, and ultimately your return on investment.
The Cost of “Free” Trees: Why Cutting Corners in Reforestation Can Cost You More
Free trees might sound like a win—but in forestry, the real cost shows up years down the road. From genetics to seedling quality and provenance, what you plant today directly impacts your survival, growth, and return at harvest. Before you take the “free” option, make sure you understand what it could be costing you.
Planting Season Reminders: 3 Simple Steps to Protect Your Seedlings and Ensure Success
Planting season is in full swing, and many landowners are excited about getting their trees in the ground after all the preparation it takes to reach this step.
As we close out the 2025/2026 planting season, below are a few simple reminders to help ensure your planting efforts are successful. Proper seedling transportation and storage are critical to protecting seedling quality and maximizing survival in the field.
Hardwood vs. Softwood Tree Seedlings: What’s Right for Your Land
Planting the Right Trees for Your Goals What are your goals for your land? Is it for reforestation and leaving a legacy for future generations? Or do you want quicker returns with softwoods, such as Loblolly and Longleaf pines, with their accelerated growth rates,...
Seedling Care & Planting Basics: Setting Your Stand Up for Success
A successful planting season starts long before the first seedling goes in the ground. Proper handling, storage, and planting practices are critical to protecting seedling health, maximizing survival, and ensuring strong early growth.
At ArborGen, we view seedling care as a shared responsibility. From the nursery to the field, following proven best practices helps protect your investment and gives your trees the best possible start.
Preparing for Extreme Cold Weather During Planting Season
Planting season in the U.S. Southeast can be unpredictable. Warm days can quickly give way to freezing nights, and those temperature swings make timing — and preparation — critical to seedling survival and long-term stand performance.
At ArborGen, we know that successful planting doesn’t stop at delivery. Our role as your partner extends throughout the season, helping you navigate challenging conditions so your investment gets the strongest possible start.
Bare Root Seedlings: How to Plant, Care for, and Choose the Right Type for Your Land
Bare root seedlings are young trees grown in nursery beds and lifted during the dormant season without soil around their roots. They’re lightweight, easy to handle, and ship in bundles; making them one of the most practical choices for landowners, foresters, and...
2026 ArborGen Product Catalog
Choosing the right seedlings to meet your goals can be frustrating and confusing. We want you to relax with confidence, knowing you’ve chosen the best seedlings to grow the healthy, profitable forest you want to meet your goals.
Six Things You Don’t Want to Do Before Planting
Don’t let these costly mistakes jeopardize your seedling investment. Sign up to watch this FREE video series to learn how to avoid costly mistakes that are often made before planting. Once you sign up, you’ll get access to the first video and then receive links to watch the other five videos in this series directly to your inbox.