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😳 Scared to cut those roots? Don’t be! If you’ve ever pulled a plant out of its pot and thought, “Umm… is this supposed to look like that?” - you’re not alone! When a plant is root bound, those tightly circling roots may need a little intervention before planting. ✂️ Cherie shows you exactly what to look for, where to cut, what tools to use, and why it’s actually GOOD for your plant! 💚

🪴October is here and Plant Bingo is BACK and even BETTER! Join in on all the fun games and trivia from before + a guaranteed plant with registration! Our October edition will include spooky plants, hot cider & snacks, and your favorite MC, Jimmy! 🎟️Tickets are live, so snag yours before they’re gone! https://tixfox.co/e/hrZOAFh8Gm

🌵 NEW SUCCULENTS ARE HERE! 🌵 Come pick your favorite. Or… favorites. We won’t judge. 😉

Side effect include: sudden urge to add new plants to your landscape and general happiness. 😄

A roundup up shrubs (with pictures!) we feel deserve more of a chance in your landscape! 🌿 Not only is it a great time to plant these here in Iowa, but they are all 25% off with our Fall Sale happening right now! 🍂

Thanks Carly, that’s much better. 😎

POV: your social media girl is pregnant and looking for name ideas 😅 give us your best suggestions in the comments!

🚨 #15 HOLMSTRUP ARBORVITAE BLOWOUT! 🚨 Our #15 Holmstrup Arborvitae are marked down to just $95! If you’ve been thinking about adding privacy, creating a hedge, or filling in your landscape, now’s the time. 🌲 $95 each 🌲While supplies last 🌲 Limit 10 per customer 🌲 Pick-up only 🌲 No holds 🌲 No planting These won’t last forever — once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Calling all little witches, monsters, superheroes, princesses and tiny trick-or-treaters! 🧙‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Our annual Trunk or Treat at Bentley Ridge event is happening Tuesday, October 27th from 5-7pm! Join us for family-friendly night of: 🍬 Decorated trunks & trick-or-treat stations 🎃 Mini pumpkin painting 🔎 Spooky scavenger hunt 👻 Haunted greenhouse photo area 🎨 Games & crafts 🛍️ Local vendors 🕷️ Halloween décor galore So grab those costumes and bring your whole crew for an epic Halloween celebration- tree farm style!

Whatever the reason, a fresh mum is the answer. The best part? We’ve got some great discounts on our 10” mums! ⬇️ 🌸Buy 2, get 10% off 🌸Buy 4, get 20% off 🌸Buy 6+ get 30% off

Did you know adding compost to your yard or garden in the fall enriches the soil, improves moisture retention, and feeds beneficial microbes over the winter? Made right here in Iowa, our compost from @metrowasteauthority is the best in the biz!

We’re so sad that Fall Festival is over and needed something to help us cope… So, we’ve extended some sales through the rest of fall! 😎 🌳25% off trees & shrubs 🌾25% off perennials & grasses (no warranty) 🫶🏻THANK YOU to everyone who joined us on Saturday for Fall Festival. It was such a beautiful day with some of the best vendors, and of course - our loyal customers! We can’t wait for next year! 🍁

First aid? Needs some work 😅 Plant care? We’ve got it covered 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 If you’re experiencing troubles with your plants, drop by or send in some pictures and our team of plant care experts can help! 🌿

The team has been busy grinding this summer so we’re taking this day for a little R&R. 😴 🌼But we’ll be back tomorrow, and can’t wait to see you! We hope everyone has had a fun and safe weekend!

We’re officially FALL-ing for patio pots! 🍂🪴 Our first workshop was so much fun, and these creations turned out BEAUTIFUL! 😍 Missed the first one? No worries! We have more Fall Patio Pot Workshops coming up. ✨ Pick your date ✨ Pick your style pot ✨ Get creative with plants ✨ Leave with a gorgeous fall masterpiece Grab your ticket here: https://www.bentleyridgetreefarm.com/events 🍁

Consider this your official invitation.🌻 **Fall Festival is September 12th!** Miniature horses? ✔️ Wine slushies? ✔️ Delicious food truck? ✔️ Local vendors? ✔️ Bounce house? ✔️ Fall plants? ✔️ A whole day of fun at the farm? **ABSOLUTELY.** 🍁We’ll see you September 12th from 9 AM–3 PM!🍁

🚨 Restock Alert 🚨 on Black Hills Spruce! These guys are perfect for windbreaks, privacy, or as a stand alone statement tree. 🌲Reaching 20-35’ tall and 10-20’ wide, this tree can fit in about any landscape with good drainage. We love it for its dense branching that gives you a tidy, pyramidal shape.

Meet one of our favorite Maple alternatives: 🤝 the Exclamation!™ Planetree Fast growing ✅ Tidy shape ✅ Disease resistant ✅ Unique bark ✅

🌾HAPPY FRIDAY! We’ve got a little Friday treat for you! 🌾 All perennials + ornamental grasses are 25% OFF! 🎉 The timing couldn’t be better. Late summer into early fall is the best time to get perennials and grasses in the ground. The soil is still warm, giving roots time to establish before winter, while the cooler temps mean less stress. Aka - ready to shine in the spring! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Greenhouse Manager and houseplant guru, Erin, ranks houseplants based on how beginner friendly they are. Would you agree with these? Which ones have you mastered? 🤓 🌵Some other beginner friendly options we love are the ZZ plant, Pothos, a Money Tree, and succulents!

Straight from our production field —> to your vehicle for only $95!! 🤩 These 7 gallon shade trees will go fast, so come pick out yours today!

Anything less than this is unacceptable. 😲 Jump into the fall spirit by signing up for one of our Fall Patio Pot Workshops to create your own swoon-worthy creation! 🤩➡️ https://www.bentleyridgetreefarm.com/events

🌼THEY’RE BACK🌼 Our Fall Patio Pot Workshops are now live on our website! Pick your plants. Pick your pot. Get creative. And leave with a gorgeous fall masterpiece! 🍂

Mums the word, but don’t stay quiet about this one! 📣 🌼The greenhouse got a full fall makeover with fall mums and annuals and trust us when we say - you have to come see! 😍 Stay tuned for details on our Fall Patio Pot Workshops!

We sent our Jr. salesman, Wyatt, down to @jackson_pottery in Dallas to help pick out new pots and supervise Jimmy! 😄 Check out some of the new styles we will be stocking in Spring of 2027. 🪴If you’re ready for something now, don’t forget our year-round deal: buy 2, get 1 FREE!🪴

Guilty as charged here 😅🚔

If you’ve ever said, “I wish I had a little more space…” now might be the time to come take a look. 👀 We have a HUGE selection of @springvalleysheds floor models here at the farm — and with the Iowa State Fair sale, all models are 18% OFF‼️

The perennials we think customers are sleeping on… 😴 🎡All of these are in stock and on sale right now with our big State Fair Sale! 🤍Buy 1 - get 10% off ❤️Buy 3 - get 15% off 💙Buy 5 - get 20% off 💜Buy 10+ - get 30% off

The State Fair isn’t the only place you’ll find big savings this year! 👀🎡🌼 The more you buy, the more you save — with discounts up to 30% OFF perennials! 🌸 With over 1,000 new perennials just brought in this week, now is the time to stock up on your favorites, fill those empty garden beds, and get your landscape ready for a beautiful finish to summer. 🌿

You get to experience the magic of this deal ✨all year round✨

The final part of our hydrangea series focuses on perhaps the most underrated - Oakleaf Hydrangeas. In addition to some of the most beautiful blooms, the oak like foliage shows stunning shades of red, burgundy, and gold in the fall. 🧡🍂❤️ So tell us! Are you team Panicle, Smooth, Bigleaf, or Oakleaf Hydrangea? 👇

🍂✨Mark your calendars because our Fall Festival is back and is shaping up to be one of our biggest events of the year! 🌻 Shop dozens of amazing local vendors 🌳 Score incredible tree deals 🍁 Browse beautiful fall plants and décor 🍷 Sip wine slushies 🌭 Grab lunch from local food vendors 🍦 Enjoy ice cream and fresh kettle corn 🐴 Meet miniature horses 🏰 Let the kids enjoy the bounce house Best of all? Admission is FREE!

Straight from the people selling trees everyday! Here are a few of our favorites that don’t get enough credit. 💚🌳 More info on these varieties can be found at the Plant Library on our website.

A big THANK YOU to everyone who attended our Summer Celebration! 🌺 It was a beautiful day full of all the best things - plants, sunshine, and amazing local vendors! ☀️ ❗️If you’re interested in becoming a vendor at our Fall Festival on September 12th, send us a message!

We believe a beautiful tree starts long before the final photo. 🌳 Every step of the planting process matters—from proper hole depth and root flare placement to Mycorrhiza and watering. Our experienced planting crew is trained to do it right because we know that a successful planting today leads to a healthy, thriving tree for years to come. Ready to plant some trees? Let our experienced crew handle the heavy lifting and get you off to a solid start. 💪 #bentleyridgetreefarm

If you haven’t been out to the farm to see the hydrangeas lately, 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙩! 🤩☁️

It’s Christmas in July, which means we’re officially unveiling our 2026 holiday event lineup! Whether you’re shopping our Holiday Markets, creating a beautiful winter patio pot, or gathering friends for our new Spruce & Sip event, there’s something for everyone in the family this holiday season. Check out the schedule, scan the QR code, and get registered—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! ✨ Which event are you most excited for?

Can you believe they said that!?! 😂 *Disclaimer: questions were changed while editing this reel

Stop fighting that soggy spot in your yard and plant a shrub that loves wet soil! The Dwarf Arctic Willow is one of our favorite problem-solving shrubs that can bring so much peaceful texture to your space.

Part 3 of our Hydrangea Series highlights: Bigleaf Hydrangeas (or macrophylla hydrangeas). Known for their ability to change from deep pink to purple to blue, these are a popular choice if you are looking to add some color to a shaded area. 🩷💜💙 Once established, these can be a real show stopper!

☀️ Let’s celebrate summer... and YOU! 🌿 Join us for our Summer Celebration on Saturday, August 1 | 9 AM–3 PM as we celebrate our amazing customers with a day full of fun! 🍦 Ice cream from @thetoastedcone 🍖 @rebechickbbq truck 🛍️ Local vendors 🏰 Bounce house for the kiddos 🪴 25% OFF all houseplants Bring the whole family, soak up the sunshine, and spend the day with us at Bentley Ridge. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💚

Dan is always going above and beyond (boundaries) 😅

Plant math is different.. 😄 One Pothos + a few snips = five Pothos! Come learn the magic of houseplant propagation with us! 🌿

🌸What’s bloomin’ at Bentley?🌸 The nursery and greenhouse are packed full of perennials, shrubs, trees, and annuals full of summer color! 🌼The best part? Annuals are now 50% OFF + all remaining grape plants are just $10 each!

💨🌲Need a windbreak option that’s hardy and affordable with a faster growth rate than your traditional spruce or pine? Meet the Techny Arborvitae! These beauties are zone 3-8 and are one of the very best arborvitae for winter hardiness. They get 12-15’ tall and 8-10’ wide with dense branching - making them a great windbreak option! 💨🌲

🏆Winning the Gold Award for the second year in the DSM People’s Choice Awards for Gardening Store/Nursery is an honor we don’t take for granted. Thank you for believing in us, supporting our business, and making Bentley Ridge Tree Farm & Nursery a place you love to visit. Your votes and encouragement mean the world to us! 💚💚💚

Your July reset starts here! Join us this Saturday the 11th at 8am with your mat for Pilates and Plants at Bentley Ridge! 🪴This is a FREE class, but registration is required ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pilates-plants-tickets-1992368850866

The Sgt. Pepper® Red Twig Dogwood is a striking deciduous shrub known for its vivid, year-round appeal. It shows clusters of white flowers in the spring, eye catching variegation in the summer, brilliant shades of burgundy in the fall, and classic red stems in the winter. It can take full sun or shade and gets 4-6’ tall and 6-8’ wide.

🤍Want basketball sized blooms? Part 2 of our Hydrangea series highlights Smooth Hydrangeas. ✨This type of hydrangea can produce enormous sized blooms that prefer morning sunshine and afternoon shade. They also bloom on new wood - meaning late winter/early spring is the best time to prune these to avoid cutting back future flowers. These are a cottage garden's dream plant!✨

Celebrating 250 years of Stars, Stripes, and Summer Gardens! 🇺🇸 Please note that we will be closed tomorrow on Saturday, July 4th - but will be back open Sunday, July 5th from 12pm-5pm. We wish you all a fun and safe 4th of July! ❤️🤍💙

🎶Soak up the sun…and these perennials will too. No drama. No wilting. No pep talks required. Just tough, beautiful perennials that thrive when summer turns up the heat! ☀️

It’s been a while since we showcased some of the houseplants here at Bentley Ridge! 🤩 Grab a friend, snag your favorite plant, and head to our Potting Bar to pot up one of these beauties. 🪴

In Dan’s defense, he did get hit in the face with a plant in his last video. 😂 What should I have the guys do next? I’m thinking maybe some dancing… 💃🕺

🤍Hydrangea season is upon us and there's a lot of talk about the different types, where to plant them, and how to care for them. Part 1 of our 4-part series covers our most popular seller - Panicle Hydrangeas. Drop your favorite type of hydrangea in the comments below! ⬇️

If you’re planning a weekend nursery visit - don’t forget about our reduced Sunday hours. ⬇️🕚 Mon-Fri: 10:00am - 6:00pm Sat: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sun: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Stop by our Pollinator Party tomorrow from 4:30-7pm and buy any 3 pollinator plants and get a FREE metal bee stake from @olsonironworksllc! 🐝 The plants are blooming, the butterflies are flying, and we promise the wine slushies will de delicious! 🍷 We can’t wait to see everyone!

Tomorrow’s forecast: 100% chance of butterflies. 🦋 🐝 If you’ve been thinking about adding more pollinator plants to your landscape, now’s the perfect time. Swipe for inspiration, and then join us tomorrow from 4:30-7pm for our biggest pollinator celebration of the year!

✂️Right now is an excellent time to shape up your lilac trees and shrubs. Our Production Manager, Dylan, explains why and how to do this so you will have a full canopy of flowers next Spring!

🦋 It's going to be un-bee-lievable! 🐝 This Friday, June 26th, we're celebrating National Pollinator Month with our Pollinator Party! Grab a wine slushie, enjoy tacos from Anita's Tacos, check out our live butterfly tent, shop local vendors, and get inspired by our pollinator plant displays. 📍 Bentley Ridge Tree Farm & Nursery ⏰ 4:30–7 PM

If you want that fire red color - but don’t want to wait until fall, then the Hot Wings® Tatarian Maple is your answer! 🔥 🪏And lucky for you, Mother Nature is giving us another chance at spring this week with cooler temps and rain - making it a PERFECT planting week.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads who somehow leave with three trees, four shrubs, and a project they didn’t plan on starting. 💚 *We are open today from 9am-5pm, but please note that starting next Sunday, June 28th, our Sunday hours will reduce to 12pm-5pm.

One sale is good - but THREE is so much better. 👏🏻 🍒 50% OFF cherry trees and fruiting shrubs ⛈️ 50%+ OFF storm damaged trees 🏠 Summer savings on select Spring Valley Sheds + new display models now available to tour! Don’t sleep on these sales, things will go fast!

Meet the Althea plant: the beautiful, heat-loving shrub that blooms when other things in your garden are starting to fade! 🌸🌸🌸

What’s bloomin at Bentley this week?! 🌸 Check out these fresh perennials that also support all the pollinators! 🦋🐝

BRB. We’re busy ignoring responsibilities and admiring our new plant shipments. 😅🌸

Your summer porch refresh starts here! 🪴🌸 With over 3,500 pots to choose from, Bentley Ridge Tree Farm & Nursery is one of the largest destinations for pottery in Central Iowa—and we just refreshed our collection with some brand-new styles, colors, and sizes for summer! The best part? We offer a year round pottery sale: ✨✨Buy 2, get 1 FREE✨✨

Walking into work after being name dropped in a 5 ⭐️ review… 😎💁‍♀️ But for real, we appreciate every review, every like, every comment, and every visit to the farm! 🫶🏻 We have the best customers!

Who's ready for a little weekend sale?! 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️This Saturday and Sunday take 30% off annuals and annual hanging baskets! Whether you're filling porch pots, refreshing flower beds, or adding a pop of color to your front entry, now is a great time to stock up. And if flowers weren't enough... ☕ Morning Grace Coffee Co. will be at the farm Saturday serving hot and cold drinks while you shop! Tag a friend who never leaves a garden center without "just one more plant." 👇

Get that classic rose look in a 𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘦 size with the Petite Knock Out® Rose. Getting only 18” tall and wide, this shrub gives off beautiful roses from late spring all the way to late fall.

In honor of National Best Friends Day, Jimmy and Dan (very willingly) did a classic photoshoot together. How’d they do at recreating the poses?!

When the work gear is actually really awesome! 😎 We love our new shirts from @boydcreativeprintshop and we LOVE that every tree purchased at Bentley Ridge Tree Farm comes with a free bag of Mycorrhizae! 🌳

If we’re being honest, it kind of IS all sunshine and rainbows over here.. ☀️🌈🌳

Spring to summer to fall - this tree (and Jimmy’s personal fav) can bring new interest to your landscape all season long! 💚💜❤️ 🌳 Check this one out along with all the other varieties we carry on our online Plant Library: https://www.bentleyridgetreefarm.com/plant-library

“Other options” exclusively found at Bentley Ridge! 😉

🦋🐝 Happy June! It’s officially National Pollinator Month and we have some exciting things planned! 🌸 On Thursday, June 18th join Desa to learn how to transform your landscape into a pollinator haven. This workshop will include your own take home garden plan, a pollinator plant, and exclusive coupon! 🎟️ Register for a spot at our link in bio

Love a pop of gold in your landscape but want something other than a daylily? 🌼 The Tuscan Sun False Sunflower is a great alternative!

🚨BLUE CART CLEARANCE SALE TOMORROW MORNING!🚨 We’ve filled our big trailer cart with plants marked 50–75% OFF — perfect for filling garden beds, adding color, or snagging a deal while it lasts! ⚡ While supplies last ⚡ No holds ⚡ No warranty on clearance items Once they’re gone, they’re gone… and this sale tends to move FAST 👀 See you tomorrow from 9am-5pm at the farm! 🌸

🦋 We’re celebrating National Pollinator Month BIG this year! Join us Friday, June 26th from 4:30-7pm at Bentley Ridge for our Pollinator Party! 🐝 Expect allllll the pollinator friendly plants + a live butterfly display + delicious wine slushies from @luckywifewineslushies and delicious bites from @anitastacos515! 🍷🌮 This is one you don’t want to miss - shop all the pollinator plants and treat yourself! 🌸🌻🌺

Welcome Carly to the tribe - where we water everything the light touches 💦

🪷 Pond plants are here! 🪷 These are only available while supplies last so get yours before they are gone!

Be honest, how’d he do? 😆

We are closed for Memorial Day. 🇺🇸 Thank you to the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice to keep us the Land of the Free. May they never be forgotten.

OMG we’re so happy to see you again! 😆 There’s no shame in a multi-trip day. We are here until 5pm! ➡️ Just remember - we will be closed tomorrow for Memorial Day.

Did you know that brightly colored flowers actually trigger happiness by stimulating the brain to release dopamine and serotonin? 🌺🌸🌼🪻🌿 Visit Bentley Ridge today and we can guarantee a big hit of dopamine! 😎

🚨New Arrivals just hit the farm! 🚨 Join us TOMORROW for our Spring Fling at Bentley Ridge from 9am-5pm! Shop these fresh arrivals, catch some live plant demonstrations, and enjoy ice cream from @totallyrolled ice cream! 🍦

Dan was waiting for the perfect perennial to hit him for a special project. 🥊 Luckily, he’s about as tough as this Allium is!

We’ve got a PACKED Saturday planned for you this weekend! Stroll through the stocked greenhouse and nursery while you enjoy delicious ice cream and live plant demonstrations! 🪴10am: Houseplant Repotting Demo 🌳 12pm: Tree Planting Demo 🌿 3pm: Herb Garden Demo 🎁 Enter to win a chance to win a $100 gift card + spring pot! And don’t forget to stock up on your favorite goodies from @mariebakes.llc and A Bee’s Flours and Garden! 🍪🥖

Dan was waiting for the perfect perennial to hit him for a special project. 🥊 Luckily, he’s about as tough as this Allium is!

Looking for a foundation plant that will give you all-season interest? The Amber Jubilee is popular for this exact reason! 💚💛🧡❤️ This hardy shrub shows off shades of gold, burgundy, and orange while producing white flowers and attractive exfoliating bark. It’s deer and rabbit resistant and extremely low-maintenance.

𝘑𝘶𝘴𝘵 a tree farm? Nope, not us. 💁‍♀️ From fun and educational events, to beautiful garden decor, to allllll the best plants - we are your one stop shop! 🌳✨

We still love all the popular Maple varieties, but if you’re looking for something really 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 - consider one of these. 🌳As always, our team of experts are here to answer questions and help you find the best tree for your unique space!

And we’ve got some real keepers! 🎣🌳🐟 #bentleyridgetreefarm #gardencenterlife #bigfish

It may seem small right now, but this is what you can expect once your Dwarf Korean Lilac Tree is established…✨

Gas tank empty, plant collection full! #priorities 🌸🌳🪴

Here’s to the women who helped us grow and keep life a lot more beautiful - Happy Mother’s Day! 🩷🌱 Which one sounds MOST like your mom? 👇 Tag her below!

It’s a big weekend for our retail staff but we are READY! 💪🏻 Stroll the nursery or greenhouse with your mom, enjoy a cookie from @mariebakes.llc , personalize your own plant card, and enjoy the sunshine! ☀️🌸🫶🏻 Open Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm!