Tree Nursery Near Dry Lake Dairy in Nampa,
Just Up the Road from Big Foot Rd

Dry Lake Dairy sits on Big Foot Rd, about ten miles south of Nampa. If your land is out that way, our tree nursery near Dry Lake Dairy in Nampa is close by. We're on Lake Shore Dr, about 11 minutes north by country road.

Big Foot Rd lots are wide, with open ground and little shade. Many yards get sun and wind with little to slow them down. We grow trees for that kind of ground and help you choose ones that can take it.

Your well, septic system, and long driveway also shape where a tree can go. Sorting that out before you pick keeps you from moving a tree later.

See what's ready in our rows this season. Then call us to set up a time to come out.

Stock shifts as trees sell and others reach size, so check before you drive.
Check our tree availability and note a few trees you'd like to see.

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Big Foot Road Acreage Needs Trees Built for Open Ground

Homes along Big Foot Rd often sit on one to two acres. Beautiful View Estates, a platted subdivision on Big Foot Rd, follows that same pattern. Wide lots like these get little shelter from neighbors or older trees.

That exposure is hard on a young tree. Summer sun scorches thin leaves, and steady wind pulls moisture out of them. Nampa sees around 210 sunny days a year, so the strain adds up. We point you toward trees that can handle full exposure.

Your first visit starts with a short talk about your land:

- Where the sun hits hardest on your lot

- What the soil is like where you'll dig

- How much shade you want, and where you want it

Those answers tell you which rows to start in.
You spend less time guessing and more time on trees that suit your acreage.

Choose Shade, Screen, or Windbreak Trees for Your South Nampa Lot

Buyers from Big Foot Rd usually have one main reason for planting. It might be shade, privacy from the road, or shelter for animals.

Each reason points to a different planting:

Shade near the house: one tree that cools your patio by late afternoon

Evergreen screen at the road: year-round cover from passing trucks and headlights

Windbreak on the west side: a row that slows wind before it reaches your home and pens

Some Big Foot Rd homes have views of the Owyhee Mountains to the south. A tall screen in the wrong spot can hide that view for good.
Our tree catalog lists the mature height and spread of each tree, so you can plan screens that block the road, not the mountains.

Before you come out, pick your one top goal. If you have two or three, rank them. A ranked list keeps your visit focused on the trees that matter most.

Plan Around Wells, Septic, and Long Driveways Before You Dig

Nearly every address on Big Foot Rd mails as Melba, even though the area feels like south Nampa. Homes here run on private wells and septic tanks, not city lines. Those systems sit underground and are easy to forget once grass grows over them.

As a tree matures, its roots spread well past the branch tips. In time, they can crowd a drain field or a well line. Keep trees off the drain field entirely, since grass is the safest cover there.

Before you dig:

Call 811 at least two business days ahead. Idaho's Digline also takes calls at 1-800-342-1585.

Flag the drain field and well head so they stand out while you plan.

Measure your driveway turns. Leave room for trucks and trailers to swing through without clipping a new tree.

Sketch your lot with those flags marked and bring it along.
It turns a long list of trees into a short one.

With your systems flagged and your driveway measured, you're ready to choose. Visit our Nampa tree nursery to see what fits your plan.

Getting Here from Dry Lake Dairy
is a Quick Country Drive

Big Foot Rd is one of many south-side areas we serve across the Treasure Valley. The trip from Dry Lake Dairy takes about 11 minutes and covers 7.8 miles. You stay on country roads the whole way, and most of the miles are on Rim Rd.

Here's the route:

- Head toward Big Foot Rd, about 269 feet.

- Turn right onto Big Foot Rd and go 0.5 miles.

- Turn left onto Rim Rd and stay on it for 6.4 miles.

- Turn left onto Lake Shore Dr, also marked Marsing Rd.

- Go 0.9 miles. Melad Tree Farm, 12747 Lake Shore Dr, Nampa, is on your left.

Come ready to haul. Bring a truck or trailer, plenty of tie-downs, and a tarp for the root balls. Covered roots stay moist on the drive home.

These are rural roads shared with farm traffic. Expect slow tractors and equipment, especially when you're pulling a load. Keep your speed down and leave room to stop.

Size Up Trees in Person Before
You Take One Home

A tree's real size only makes sense next to your plans. Bring your lot sketch and hold it up against the trees you like. You'll know fast which ones fit the spot by your patio or along your road.

Our orchard trees are field-grown and balled-and-burlapped, so they leave with soil still around their roots. That helps them settle into bare acreage like yours. Seeing them in the field also helps you picture them against your own skyline.

We're on the south shore of Lake Lowell, just under a mile past the end of your Rim Rd stretch. Call before you head over so we know what you're coming to see.

Bring these along:

- Your lot sketch with the well, drain field, and driveway marked

- Photos of each planting spot, taken from the house

- How you'll water new trees, such as a well or irrigation

Help New Trees Make It Through Their
First Summer Out Here

Much of the land near Melba has few trees to break the sun or wind. You can see that openness from Stage Coach Rd, which runs past the Dry Lakes birding area. Your new tree faces the same conditions.

Summers here regularly hit the low 90s. Until its roots spread, a young tree depends on you for water. Good habits now mean fewer losses later.

Water deeply and less often. Clay soil holds water longer, so soak slowly and let the top dry between waterings.

Spread a mulch ring. Keep it 3 to 6 inches back from the trunk to protect the bark.

Stake only if your spot is windy. Use wide, soft straps, and remove them after the first year.

Watch the leaves through the first season. If they curl or turn yellow, call us and we'll help sort out what the tree needs.

Ready to shade your Big Foot Rd acreage? Plan your visit from Big Foot Rd and see what's ready before you drive up Rim Rd.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Dry Lake Dairy on Dry Lake Road?

No, Dry Lake Dairy is on Big Foot Rd. Dry Lake Rd is a different road nearby. Some listings give the dairy a Nampa address and others a Melba one, so search by Big Foot Rd.

Can I haul trees home along Rim Rd in a pickup?

Yes, a pickup handles the Rim Rd drive well. Strap each tree down and cover the root balls with a tarp. Take it slow, especially on windy days.

Do I need a permit to plant trees on my own acreage?

Usually not for private planting on your own land. You do need to call 811 first. Idaho law asks you to call at least two business days before you dig.

How far should trees be from my well or septic?

Trees should never go on top of your drain field. Idaho health districts advise grass there instead. For the right distance from your well and septic lines, check with Southwest District Health.

When is the best time to pick trees for South Nampa land?

Spring and fall are the most common times to plant. Our fall planting window runs from mid-September through October. Call to ask which trees will be ready when you plan to visit.