Your Local Tree Farm near Southwest Ada County Alliance in the Treasure Valley

Southwest Ada County Alliance sits along Five Mile Road, Cole Road, and Lake Hazel Road in Boise, Idaho. If you live in this part of southwest Boise and want to add shade trees, fruit trees, evergreens, or ornamental varieties to your yard, our Nampa tree farm grows them for Treasure Valley soil.

Our farm is a short drive west from the SW Ada County Alliance area. That matters because trees that spend less time on a truck arrive healthier. They adjust faster to the heavy clay ground common across Ada County. When you buy from a local tree farm Southwest Ada County Alliance homeowners can reach in about 40 minutes, your trees start strong.

We grow trees that range from 5 to 10 years old.
You can walk our rows, see what fits your lot, and take it home the same day.

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Trees That Handle Heavy Clay Soil in Southwest Boise

Most ground west of Cole Road in Ada County is dense clay. It drains slowly and compacts easily. That makes tree selection a real decision, not just a style choice.

We grow our trees in similar Treasure Valley soil. Their root systems already know how to push through heavy ground. You skip the guesswork of buying a tree raised in loose potting mix that struggles once it hits your yard.

A few species do especially well in SW Ada County Alliance clay:

Honey Locust — light, filtered shade that lets grass grow underneath

River Birch — handles wet clay spots where water sits after irrigation

Austrian Pine — year-round screen that tolerates poor drainage

Sensation Maple — strong fall color with roots that spread through tight soil

Each of these grows well on quarter-acre to half-acre lots typical in this part of Boise. When you visit our farm, we can match a species to your specific yard conditions.

How to Pick the Right Tree Size for an Established Neighborhood Lot

Most homes in the SW Ada County Alliance area were built between 1970 and 1999. That means your lot likely has existing fences, irrigation lines, and maybe a power line along the property edge. The tree you pick needs to fit the space it will grow into, not just the space it fills today.

Sub-neighborhoods like Five Mile Estates, Kingsbridge, and Charter Pointe sit on quarter-acre to half-acre parcels. For lots this size, a medium-caliper tree with a 2- to 3-inch trunk is usually the best fit. It gives you real presence in the yard without outgrowing the space in ten years.

Before you choose, think about three things:

Canopy spread at maturity — will it clear your fence line and your neighbor's?

Root zone reach — will it interfere with sprinkler pipes or a concrete patio?

Height at full growth — will branches reach power lines or shade your garden bed too much?

We walk these questions with you at the farm. Bring a rough measurement of the planting area and we can narrow your options quickly.

Spring and Fall Planting Windows in the Treasure Valley

Timing matters more than most people expect when planting a tree in Idaho's semi-arid climate. The Treasure Valley averages about 206 sunny days per year. Summers are hot and dry. A tree planted at the wrong time fights heat stress before its roots can take hold.

Two windows give your tree the best start:

Spring — before late May. The soil is warm enough for root growth but summer heat has not arrived. Your tree gets a full growing season to settle in.

Fall — after mid-September. Cooler air slows leaf growth while roots keep spreading in the still-warm ground. By the time winter dormancy hits, the root system is set.

If you plant between June and early September, you will spend more on water and risk transplant shock. Trees planted in the right window need less babysitting through their first year.

Our farm stocks the best selection in spring and fall. Visit during those months for the widest choice of shade, fruit, and evergreen trees ready to go in the ground.

Getting Here from Five Mile Road, Cole Road, or Lake Hazel

The drive from the SW Ada County Alliance area to our Nampa farm is about 40 minutes along E Columbia Road. This route avoids the slowdown on ID-69 South.

From Southwest Ada County Alliance:

- Head toward W Victory Road and turn right onto it

- Go about 1 mile, then turn left onto S Cloverdale Road

- After 3 miles, turn right onto E Columbia Road and follow it for about 7 miles

- Continue onto E Locust Lane for 1 mile

- At the traffic circle, take the second exit and stay on E Locust Lane

- Turn left onto S Can Ada Road/S Happy Valley Road and continue to follow S Can Ada Road/Happy Valley Road for about 1 mile

- Turn right onto E Lewis Lane for 2 miles

- Turn left onto S Powerline Road

- Turn right onto Emerald Road/Lake Shore Drive and continue to follow Lake Shore Drive for about 5 miles — our farm will be on the left

We have on-site parking for trucks and trailers. The total trip is about 22 miles.

Boise State home game Saturdays can slow I-84 traffic if you take the interstate route instead. On fall football weekends, this Columbia Road route is a good way to avoid that backup.

See our locations page to see all the areas we serve across the Treasure Valley.

Shade and Fruit Trees We Deliver to Homes near Cloverdale and Victory

Not every tree fits in an SUV. If you live along the Victory Road corridor, near South Cloverdale, or in the Maple Grove area, we can bring your trees directly to your yard.

Our delivery keeps roots protected during the trip. Trees arrive balled-and-burlapped or in containers, depending on the species and size. We place them in your yard with equipment so you do not need to rent a trailer or figure out how to move a 10-year-old shade tree on your own.

Delivery is especially helpful for:

- Large specimen trees that are too heavy or tall for a personal vehicle

- Summer purchases when heat exposure during a long drive home can stress roots

- Multiple tree orders where loading and unloading yourself would take half a day

We deliver throughout the SW Ada County Alliance area and surrounding neighborhoods in southwest Boise. When you call to check availability, let us know your address and we can confirm delivery timing and placement options.

What Homeowners in Newer SW Ada Subdivisions Should Know Before Planting

If your home is in a post-2000 development like Sonata Hills, Rockhampton, or Silverpine, check your HOA rules before buying a tree. Many newer subdivisions near Lake Hazel Road have CC&Rs that restrict where you can plant and which species are allowed.

Common restrictions include:

- Setback distances from shared fences or property lines

- Height limits for trees near front yards or common areas

- Approved species lists that rule out certain shade or fruit trees

These rules vary by neighborhood. What works in Sonata Hills may not be approved in Rockhampton. A quick call to your HOA board or property manager before you visit the farm saves you time and money.

We work with homeowners in newer subdivisions regularly. If you bring your HOA guidelines with you, we can match approved species to your lot size, sun exposure, and soil conditions. That way you leave the farm with a tree your neighborhood association will not ask you to remove.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Can I visit the tree farm from the Five Mile Road area?

Yes, our farm is open Monday through Friday during business hours. The drive from the Five Mile Road area to our Nampa farm is about 40 minutes along E Columbia Road. Call ahead at (208) 850-8601 to confirm availability or schedule a visit during planting season.

Do I need a permit to plant a large tree in Southwest Ada County Alliance?

No, Boise city code generally does not require a permit for residential tree planting on your own property. However, if you live in a newer subdivision, your HOA may have its own rules about tree placement and approved species. Check your CC&Rs before planting.

Which trees do best in the clay soil along Lake Hazel and Cloverdale?

River Birch, Sensation Maple, Honey Locust, and Austrian Pine all tolerate the heavy clay common in that part of southwest Boise. Each handles poor drainage differently, so the best pick depends on your specific yard conditions.

Is fall or spring better for planting trees in SW Boise?

Both work well. Spring planting before late May gives your tree a full growing season to settle in. Fall planting after mid-September lets roots spread in warm soil before winter dormancy sets in. Either window beats planting in the heat of summer.

Can you deliver large trees to homes in the Victory Road corridor?

Yes, we deliver throughout the SW Ada County Alliance area and surrounding neighborhoods. Trees arrive balled-and-burlapped or in containers and are placed in your yard with equipment.

Are there event-day traffic concerns for visiting the farm?

Boise State home game Saturdays can slow I-84 traffic heading west out of Boise. If you are visiting on a fall football weekend, take the E Columbia Road route through Cloverdale to avoid the backup. Plan for a few extra minutes either way.