If you live near Greenhurst Bible Church in south Nampa, moving a mature tree is closer than you think. Our farm sits about 10.5 miles west on Lake Shore Drive, just past Lake Lowell. We move full-grown trees with a 90-inch tree spade, then haul them to homes along the Greenhurst Road corridor.
This page covers how big tree moves work, when to schedule one, and how to drive out for a tour. If you have searched tree transplant near me Greenhurst Bible Church, you are in the right place. Dormant slots fill fast, so check open dates before fall or spring.
Homes near Greenhurst Bible Church and the Tiegs Corner area sit a short haul from our farm. That short drive matters. The less time a root ball spends on the truck, the better the tree settles into your yard.
Our farm is about 10.5 miles west on Lake Shore Drive, past Lake Lowell. We move specimen trees up to 9–12 inches in caliper with our 90-inch spade. Most of our trees are 5 to 10 years old, grown right here in our orchard.
Most south Nampa calls come from one of these reasons:
-Making room for a pool or patio
-Building a shop or addition
-Reshaping the yard after a fence or driveway change
You pick the tree. We dig it, haul it, and plant it the same day.
See our full tree transplant process for what to expect from first call to final planting.
Big tree moves work best when the tree is asleep. In Nampa, that runs from late October through April or early May. Leaves are down, sap has slowed, and the ground is workable but not frozen. A tree moved in this window has months to settle roots before summer heat hits.
A wet week can pause everything. Soft ground will not hold a loaded spade truck, so we wait it out. Dry winter days book up fast for that reason.
A few species need a tighter window. Oak, maple, birch, and beech move best in spring only. We will flag this on your site visit if it applies.
Plan ahead if you want a fall or early-spring slot. Calling in summer for a winter move gives you the best pick of dates.


Our spade truck is large, and your yard was not built around it. Before move day, we visit the property to check access. Side yards, fence gates, low branches, and sprinkler lines all factor in.
Many homes along the Greenhurst Road corridor and near Tiegs Corner were built in the 2000s on compacted fill. That ground holds the truck well, but it can be hard on new roots. We plan backfill with this in mind.
A few things to sort before we arrive:
- Call Digline at 1-800-342-1585 — Idaho law requires it before any digging
- Check your HOA rules — some Greenhurst Road subdivisions limit weekday truck hours
-Mark sprinkler heads, drip lines, and any buried dog fence
We use heavy-duty drive mats to spread the truck's weight. They protect lawns, brick driveways, and pavers from rutting or cracking. If a path looks too tight, we will say so up front and work out a plan with you.
The drive runs about 15 minutes and covers 10.5 miles. The route loops south of Lake Lowell and the Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge.
Turn-by-turn from 5423 E Greenhurst Rd:
- Head northwest on E Greenhurst Rd for 0.5 miles
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto S Can Ada Rd /
S Happy Valley Rd and continue 2.1 miles
- Turn right onto E Lewis Ln and go 3.0 miles
- Turn left onto ID-45 S for 0.5 miles
- Turn right onto Emerald Rd / Lake Shore Dr and continue 4.4 miles
-The farm is on your left
You will pass Tiegs Corner heading west toward the lake. That is your signal you are on the right track. Once you cross south of Lake Lowell, the drive opens up into farm country and the last few miles run quick.
Come walk the rows when you arrive. Picking your tree in person beats any photo. We serve homes across the Treasure Valley from this single Nampa hub.


Move day runs in a clear order. We dig the receiving hole at your home first. Then the spade pulls a plug at the source spot, the tree rides over, and we set it level in the new hole. Water goes in before we leave.
A mature tree with its root ball can weigh around 15,000 pounds. The root ball runs roughly 6 feet deep and 8 feet across. That is why the truck and the prep work matter so much.
We move only 2 or 3 trees per day. Quality beats speed every time on a job this size.
Soil in this part of Nampa often runs alkaline, with pH above 7.5. We backfill with care so your new tree roots into ground it can use. Once the tree is set, we leave you with watering instructions and a clear plan for the first season.
The first two summers decide how well your tree settles in. Deep, slow watering twice a week beats short daily sprinkles every time. You want water to soak down to the root ball, not just wet the surface.
Skip the fertilizer the first year. Roots need to recover before they push new growth. Pushing too early can stress a tree that is already working hard.
A few aftercare basics:
- Apply 2 to 4 inches of bark mulch around the base
- Keep mulch a few inches off the trunk
- Check soil moisture before each watering — wet clay does not need more water
- Tune drip lines so runoff does not hit the sidewalk
South Nampa summers can climb into 90s°F, and dry wind pulls moisture from the soil fast. Mulch slows that loss. Excess irrigation runoff into the street is a problem in Nampa, so dial in your system early.
Patience pays here. Some trees look rough the first year and bounce back strong the second. That is normal.

Trees are serious, and so are your questions. Here are just a few:
When is the best month to transplant a tree in south Nampa?
Most moves happen between late October and mid-April during dormancy. Leaves are down, the ground is workable, and roots have time to settle before summer.
Can a tree spade truck fit into a Greenhurst Road area driveway?
Usually yes — we visit first to confirm gate width and overhead clearance. Many homes along the corridor were built with side-yard access in mind.
Do I need a permit to move a tree on my Greenhurst Road property?
Private-yard moves usually do not, but right-of-way trees fall under Nampa City Ordinance Title 5, Chapter 2. Call the City Forester through Nampa Parks and Recreation if your tree sits near the street.
How long does the drive take from Greenhurst Bible Church to your farm?
About 15 minutes — 10.5 miles via Lake Shore Drive. The route loops south of Lake Lowell.
How big is the hole left in my yard after a transplant?
Roughly 6 feet deep and 8 feet across. We backfill and level the spot before we leave.
Will my new tree survive the first Nampa summer?
Most do, with deep watering twice a week and 2 to 4 inches of bark mulch. Skip fertilizer the first year and let the roots recover.

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