One Season Ends and Another Begins!
Another amazing growing season comes to a close in North Idaho, and with anticipation, we planted our bulbs, and we are working on winterizing the last shrubs and perennials in all our gardens, knowing that spring will come again soon, and our gardens will erupt with color once again!
Don’t be fooled by our minimalist aesthetic! While we are performing our annual cleanup here at the nursery in preparation for Christmas trees, please know that we are still open Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. We are accepting bulk orders and offering bulk deliveries, and you can still find some awesome trees and shrubs on sale. All the houseplants are on sale in the barn too, where you can BUY TWO & GET ONE FREE! This is just a small sampling of what we have. Come find the one that has your name on it!
What Causes a Tree to Enter Dormancy?
Have you ever stopped to wonder what makes a tree lose its leaves in the fall and flower in the spring? Here in the Inland Northwest, a lot of trees and shrubs experience a process called dormancy. When a tree goes dormant, it’s the time in which the tree is alive, but not actively growing. It is during this time that the inner workings of a tree slow down and pause until conditions change to allow for productive growth.
Unlike evergreen tree species which can retain their foliage on account of adaptations, deciduous trees enter into dormancy to prevent the loss of water and nutrients, and to avoid the damage cold temperatures can produce. It’s important to note that dormancy helps trees—it ultimately keeps the tree alive, both in the short- and long-term. The lifespan of a tree or plant is dramatically decreased if the tree isn't allowed to go dormant for a few months. Just as bears use hibernation to survive without their usual resources in warmer months, trees use dormancy to protect themselves so they can grow again in the warmer months.
If you’re curious about the science behind the beginning stages of dormancy, you can watch this video from New Leaf Nursery Plant Specialist Jen, where she explains why leaves change color in the fall—a common side effect of the tree entering dormancy.
CALLING ALL SEED REWARDS MEMBERS!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 23rd from 12:00 PM - 7:30 PM as we celebrate you, our most loyal customers, and invite you to attend a “sneak peek” event on our First Winter Night Celebration at the nursery! Come say hello, enjoy some delicious eats and holiday cheer, and shop our exclusive holiday collection! Earn DOUBLE POINTS ON ALL YOUR PURCHASES, including live trees, cut trees, ornaments, wreaths, garlands and poinsettias. Our garden center barn will be fully decorated for Christmas, and Seed Rewards Members will get 25% off one Christmas décor item.
This is an opportunity for you and a friend to come visit the garden center that has been transformed into a Winter dream! Dazzling trees laden with beautiful holiday ornaments, enticing fragrances of the season and unique home decor elements curated by our team of in house designers and nursery owners.
This exclusive event is for Seed Reward Members only. Sign up today and watch those rewards grow from holiday gifts into free merchandise from New Leaf Nursery in the Spring of 2025! Special door prizes, gifts and rewards to members will be given at the Sneak Peek Event.
If you would like to be a part of this intimate event and you are not yet a Seed Rewards Member, you can sign up to be one in our Garden Center Barn or on the bottom of our homepage. It’s free and easy, and the benefits keep coming!
Get Spruced Up —
Christmas Trees Are Coming!
What's Christmas without a Christmas tree? Our tree lot at the Nursery will be open for the season Thanksgiving week. We will offer fresh cut trees from the Pacific Northwest in various heights and shapes on our tree lot at the Nursery. Flocking services will again be available on any fresh cut tree, along with living trees that can later become part of your landscape! It’s never too early to dream of Christmas! And yes, we really do have spinning Christmas trees on display! Come see for yourself! As with everything else, fresh cut trees are in great demand, so be sure you come in early to get that perfect family tree!
THE PERFECT TREE FOR
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PERFECT HOLIDAY
Are you wanting a tree between 10-20 feet tall? We can help! You can pre-order one by filling out a custom order form on our website, or you can come into the Nursery to pick the perfect one! Make sure to keep an eye on our website and social media outlets for more information on our fresh cut trees!
CUE THE TWINKLY LIGHTS!
Once again, we are providing all the live holiday trees to the Davenport Hotel in downtown Spokane. If you’re looking for an afternoon of fun this holiday season, plan a trip to the hotel where you can see our 17’ tree in their lobby!
Employee Spotlight—A Touch of Holly!
Meet Holly, our furry goodwill ambassador and dedicated mouse controller. She’s got a keen eye for critters and a soft spot for visitors. Holly has a knack for cozy naps in silly spots, and she’s always ready for snuggles from our employees. Whether you’re here for plants, a class, or a chat, Holly’s bound to make your day a little brighter!
