Rooted in SD&G
We're a small, local tree farm in Long Sault, in the Township of South Stormont. Our land is used to do one thing well: grow excellent native trees for the people of Eastern Ontario.
Growing trees the patient way
A good tree can't be rushed. We're building our fields up season by season — planting young native stock and pruning, spacing and caring for it until it's ready to go home with a customer. While our own trees mature, we also hand-pick finished trees from trusted Ontario growers, held to the same standard. That patience and care are what turn a nursery whip into a strong, well-formed shade tree that will still be standing for your grandchildren.
We focus on native species because they're the right fit for our climate and our wildlife — and because there's real satisfaction in returning maples, pines, spruce and cedars to the yards, lanes and fields of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry.
Our customers kept asking for help with the rest of the job — good soil to plant in, mulch to finish, and someone to plant the big ones. So we added a small landscape supply and a small in-house planting crew, both built around the trees we grow.
What we believe
- Quality over quantity. A short list of species, done well.
- Native first. Plants that belong here and support local ecosystems.
- Honest advice. We'll tell you if a tree isn't right for your site.
- Good neighbours. A tidy, quiet, responsibly run farm.
- Local through and through. Grown in SD&G and Ontario, for SD&G.
How we operate
We believe our neighbours and our township should know exactly what happens on our property. Here's a plain-language summary of our operation.
| Activity | Role on the farm | How it's run |
|---|---|---|
| Growing trees & shrubs | Principal use | Our land is planted in field rows of young native nursery stock. Planting, pruning, growing on and selling trees is the core of the business. |
| Resale of nursery stock | Accessory & secondary | While our own fields mature, we also sell finished native trees hand-picked from other Ontario growers, alongside our farm-grown stock. |
| Landscape supply | Accessory & secondary | A small selection of soil, mulch and decorative stone sold mainly alongside our trees. Kept in a compact, designated storage area. No crushing, screening or processing of materials on site. |
| Planting & install crew | Accessory & secondary | A small in-house team that plants our trees and does small bed and stone installs at customers' properties. Work happens off-site; equipment is stored neatly on the farm. |
Our commitments to the community
- We do not accept fill, excess soil, construction debris or waste of any kind
- Daytime business hours only; customer visits by appointment
- Low traffic volumes — mostly pickups and our own delivery trips
- Tidy, organized storage with no unsightly stockpiles
- No invasive species grown or sold
Following the rules
We intend to operate fully within the Township of South Stormont's zoning by-law and any site plan requirements, the United Counties of SD&G Official Plan, and provincial rules — including Ontario's excess soil regulation and Ministry of Transportation requirements for commercial vehicles.
Questions about our operation? We're always happy to talk — get in touch.
Caring for the land
Healthy soil
Cover crops between rows, careful cultivation and minimal bare ground keep our soil productive and in place.
Water-wise
Targeted watering of young stock and buffers along drainage areas help protect local waterways.
Habitat
Native trees and shrubs provide shelter and food for birds and pollinators — on our farm and in every yard they go to.
Come see the rows for yourself
Farm visits are by appointment — we'd love to show you around.
Email info@sdgtrees.com