From Rodeo Lane Acreage to New Kuna Yards:
A Tree Farm Near Sandstone Vineyards

Sandstone Vineyards sits on 5 acres off E Rodeo Ln in northeast Kuna, with the Boise front in view. If you live near it, our tree farm near Sandstone Vineyards is a worthwhile drive west to Nampa. We grow our trees on orchard land at 12747 Lake Shore Dr, Nampa.

This page is for homes around Sandstone Vineyards and the Deer Flat Rd area. It covers how to match trees to your lot, soil, wind and view. Most of our trees are 5 to 10 years old, so even a big acreage lot gets trees with real size.

Your road may hold both old acreage and brand-new homes. That mix means one tree size does not fit every yard. Seeing trees in person helps you match the right one to your space.

The drive west to Lake Shore Dr is short enough to pick your trees by hand. Before your Kuna planting day, find out which trees we have ready this season. Then plan your visit.

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Rodeo Lane Acreage and New Kuna Yards Need Different Trees

Only a handful of homes line E Rodeo Ln itself. Several sit on parcels of about 5 to 9 acres, built in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Just to the east, Lugarno Terra is filling in with homes built in 2025 and 2026. Many of those lots run around 0.15 acre.

That gap changes which tree makes sense for you. Kuna's tree guide suggests picturing your planting spot 10 to 15 years from now. On 7 acres, that future tree has room. On a 0.15 acre lot, it may crowd your roof, fence or neighbor.

If you own Rodeo Ln acreage:

- Tall trees set in rows can work as a windbreak.

- Wide shade trees have room to spread.
A Sunburst Locust can reach 30 to 35 feet across.

If you bought in Lugarno Terra:

- One Lugarno Terra lot on Rodeo St measures about 50 by 134 feet.

- On a lot that narrow, one wide tree can shade most of the yard.
Check each tree's mature spread in our tree catalog first.

Measure your yard before you head our way.
Then you can compare trees with your own space in mind.

Pick Your Trees in Person Before
You Plant in Kuna

A tree you plant in Kuna will stand in your yard for decades. That is a long time to live with a choice made from a picture. Seeing each tree up close is worth the drive from northeast Kuna to our Nampa tree farm.

Bring your short list and test it against the real trees. Check that the trunk stands straight and the branches spread evenly. A lopsided crown is easy to miss online and hard to fix later.

While you are here, ask how each tree copes with hot, dry summers. The answer can shrink a long wish list to a short one.

When you find the right tree, you tag it at the farm. We dig and plant large trees while they are dormant, from October through March.

Plan Around Kuna's Alkaline Soil
and Open-Field Wind

Homes near the Deer Flat and Meridian Rd corner sit on ground that was farmland until recently. Lugarno Terra itself was planned on agricultural land. That history shows up in your soil and your wind.

Start with soil. The City of Kuna's tree guide says soils vary widely, especially in Kuna. Many trees struggle in high-pH ground and show it with yellow leaves.

Pick trees that handle high-pH soil. Kuna's guide says honey locust is widely used here for that reason. It names Sunburst among the common types, and Sunburst Locust is in our catalog.

Now wind. The National Weather Service says most Treasure Valley wind blows from the northwest or southeast. Open fields near Rodeo Ln give those winds a clear run at young trees.

Stake a new tree so wind can't rock its roots loose.

Water deeply so roots grow down, not just near the surface.

See which trees handle Kuna soil and wind before you choose.

Getting to the Farm from
Sandstone Vineyards

From northeast Kuna, the farm is a drive west to the south shore of Lake Lowell. We are at 12747 Lake Shore Dr, Nampa. Kuna is one of many Treasure Valley communities we serve, and one trip lets you choose and tag your trees.

Plan on about 26 minutes and 16.6 miles each way. You cross downtown Kuna, then follow W Kuna Rd and Lake Shore Dr.

- From E Rodeo Ln, turn left onto ID-69 and head south toward Kuna.

- At the AutoZone, ID-69 becomes E Avalon St. Follow Avalon through downtown Kuna, with short jogs at S Swan Falls Rd and W Shortline St.

- Avalon turns into W Kuna Rd. Stay on it for about 5 miles.

- Turn right on Southside Blvd. At the traffic circle, turn left onto Deer Flat Rd.

- Turn right on S Powerline Rd, then left onto Lake Shore Dr.

- Follow Lake Shore Dr about 5.4 miles with Lake Lowell on your right. Our farm sits on the south side of the road.

Timing matters too. Early in your drive, you pass through the Deer Flat and Meridian Rd signal. That intersection carries more than 38,000 cars a day, so a midday trip is usually easier.

Getting your tree home depends on its size. Smaller trees can often ride back to Kuna in a car or pickup. For larger trees, we can set up delivery within the Treasure Valley.

Planning engagement or family photos? Our tree rows also host photography sessions as well!

Keep the Boise Front View While Adding Shade

Many people bought on Rodeo Ln for the view. The Boise front rises to the northeast, and Sandstone Vineyards points to that view when it describes its grounds. You can add shade and still keep it.

Plan around three directions:

West and southwest: tall shade trees here block the hottest afternoon sun.

Northwest: a windbreak row here meets the strongest winds first.

Northeast: keep trees short or spaced out so the mountains stay open.

If your lot has a big lawn or patio for gatherings, think about sightlines. Place trees to shade the seats, not the view your guests came for.

The same plan works for homes a short drive west along E Deer Flat Rd, near Kuna High School. Sun, wind and view sit in the same directions there.

Check HOA and Road-Edge Rules Before You Dig

If you live in Lugarno Terra, Ashton Estates, Sterling Ranch or another newer Kuna subdivision, check the rules first. A tree your HOA or road district rejects may have to come back out.

Start with your HOA. Many keep a plant list or require approval before you plant. Get that list before you shop.

Next, look at the strip along the street. ACHD controls trees along public road edges in Kuna. Kuna's tree guide lists trees ACHD keeps out of that strip, including thorned honey locust. Sunburst is a thornless type, but any tree in that strip still needs ACHD approval.

Before any digging, call Idaho 811 at least two business days ahead. Crews mark buried lines so your shovel misses them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Trees are serious, and so are your questions. Here are just a few:

What's the best time to drive over from Kuna's northeast side?

A weekday around midday is usually easiest. The Deer Flat and Meridian Rd signal comes about a mile into your drive. Round trip, plan on just under an hour of driving, plus time to browse.

Do new Kuna subdivisions limit which trees I can plant?

Many do, so check your HOA's rules before you buy. Ask whether the rules cover only the front yard or the whole lot. Bring the list when you visit so you can shop from it.

Can I plant a tree by the road in front of my house?

Only if it meets ACHD rules, since that road strip in Kuna falls under ACHD. ACHD handles trees there through a license agreement, and a homeowner's application carries a $25 fee. Kuna's guide also keeps conifers like spruce and pine out of that strip. Save evergreens for spots inside your lot line.

Which trees handle Kuna's high-pH soil?

Honey locust is one of the most common choices, and we can tell you about others. A soil test helps too. Kuna's tree guide points residents to the Ada County Extension office for testing.

Will a windbreak block my Boise front view?

Not if you plant it on the northwest side, away from the view. Evergreens hold their needles all winter, so they block wind year-round. Serbian Spruce grows about 20 to 25 feet wide, so a row won't swallow your yard.

Should I avoid planting near event weekends on Rodeo Ln?

Yes, plan digging and planting for quieter weekdays. Sandstone Vineyards hosts events for up to 250 guests. A big event day can bring extra cars to the road.