A Nampa Tree Farm Worth the Drive from Peregrine Elementary School in Meridian

Peregrine Elementary School sits off Waltman Street in south Meridian, just below I-84. Families in this pocket often ask where to find a tree farm near Peregrine Elementary School. The answer is one straight drive west to our farm in Nampa.

We are Melad Tree Farm, on the south shore of Lake Lowell. This page covers how to pick, dig, and plant a large tree for your yard. Our trees are 5 to 10 years old, so you skip the long wait for shade.

Yards near Waltman Street come in two kinds. Some are rare acreage lots with mature landscaping. Others are new subdivision homes with bare dirt. Both need shade that works right away.

Call us to check current tree availability before you make the drive.

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New Construction Near Meridian Road and I-84 Needs Shade That Works on Day One

New homes keep going up near the Meridian Road interchange. Builders are adding houses on bare lots fast. Most of those yards start with no trees at all.

A small nursery tree can take ten years to give real shade. Our trees are already 5 to 10 years old.
They arrive grown, with a full canopy ready to work.

We dig each tree with a spade truck and plant it at your home. You get shade over the patio the same season you plant. Your new yard looks established, not brand new.

Acreage Lots on Waltman Street Deserve Trees That Match Their Mature Landscaping

The Waltman Street pocket is different from the subdivisions around it. These are older acreage parcels with big lawns and grown trees. When one tree dies, a small sapling looks out of place.

A field-grown tree from our farm fits the scale of your grounds. It matches the height and spread of what you already have. Your landscape stays balanced instead of waiting years to catch up.

Many Waltman-area lots have septic systems, shops, and outbuildings. Our crew walks your site before any dig happens.
We plan spade truck access around what is already in the ground.

Pick Your Tree in Person and We Dig It the Same Week

You choose your tree by walking the rows yourself. Tag the one you like, and we schedule the dig. Many families near Peregrine Elementary make the trip a short outing.

Here is how it works:

- Call us to set up your visit

- Walk the rows and tag your tree

- We dig it with the spade truck

- We plant it at your home

Calling ahead keeps the walk-through personal. You get our full attention while you compare trees. Landscapers are welcome to book the same way.

Learn more about visiting our tree farm before you go.

Getting Here from Peregrine Elementary Takes About 34 Minutes

The drive from the Peregrine Elementary School area to our farm is 19.7 miles. Plan on about 34 minutes. If you leave mid-morning, you skip school pickup traffic on Waltman.

Here is the route:

- From the school, take Waltman Street to North Linder Avenue, then turn left on West Franklin Road

- Turn left onto South Black Cat Road and follow it south

- Turn right onto West Amity Road

- At the traffic circle, take the third exit onto South Robinson Road

- At the next circle, take the first exit onto East Locust Lane, then turn left on Can Ada Road

- Turn right on East Lewis Lane, then left on South Powerline Road

- Turn right onto Lake Shore Drive and follow it along Lake Lowell — the farm is on your left

Look for our sign at 12747 Lake Shore Dr.
Call us before you head out so we can plan your visit.

How to Prepare Your Yard Before the Spade Truck Arrives

A little prep work keeps planting day on schedule. Our spade truck is large, and it needs clear room to work. Run through this list before we arrive:

- Mark your sprinkler lines and valve boxes

- Call Idaho 811 for utility locates at least two business days ahead

- Clear gate access and move vehicles out of the way

- Confirm the truck has room to turn near the planting spot

Newer subdivisions near the interchange may have HOA rules on large trucks. Some limit street parking or delivery hours.

Check with your HOA first, or ask us and we will help you plan around it.

Water Right the First Summer and Your Tree Settles In for Good

Treasure Valley summers regularly hit the low 90s, with around 11 inches of rain spread across the year. Newly planted trees need steady water to settle their roots. A deep, slow soak works better than a quick daily spray.

Water at the base of the tree, not the leaves. Let the water soak down instead of running off. University of Idaho Extension offers more detail on watering trees in our region.

We give you a care sheet on planting day. It covers watering, mulching, and what to watch for that first year.

Call us to check current tree availability for south Meridian before you plan your visit. We update our stock as trees are tagged and sold.

You can also browse how our transplant process works from dig to planting. Or visit our service area page to see how we support other parts of the Treasure Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Can I visit the farm the same day as school pickup?

Yes, call us to book a morning visit before pickup time gets busy. Morning slots keep your trip relaxed and give you full access to our team.

Do you plant in new subdivisions near the Meridian Road interchange?

Yes, we plant in new subdivisions across the area. Check your HOA rules on truck access first, or ask us and we will help you plan around them.

How big are the trees you move?

Our trees are large specimen trees, grown for 5 to 10 years before they are dug. Each one arrives with a full, established look ready for your yard.

Do I need a permit to plant a tree in my Meridian yard?

Usually you do not need a permit for a private yard. Some HOAs have their own rules, so check with yours before we schedule your dig.

Can you work around septic systems on Waltman-area acreage lots?

Yes, we plan around septic systems and other site features. Our crew walks your property before any digging starts.

Is the drive from Peregrine Elementary far?

The drive is about 34 minutes and covers 19.7 miles. It's a straightforward trip west into Nampa.