DIY Trees

Hybrid Poplar Specialty Nursery. Top products: InnovaTree hybrid poplar kits, Tree planting supplies. DIY Trees is a specialized nursery located in Hermantown, Minnesota, focused on the distribution and cultivation support of the InnovaTree, a unique hybrid poplar variety developed through 25 years of selective breeding at the University of Minnesota's Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI). The business operates on a direct-to-consumer model, providing homeowners with comprehensive kits that include everything necessary to plant and grow these fast-maturing trees. The InnovaTree is marketed for its rapid growth rate of up to 10 feet per year, superior carbon sequestration capabilities, and resistance to common stem canker and leaf diseases. The company caters primarily to residential homeowners seeking immediate landscaping solutions, such as windbreaks, privacy screens, and shade, while also positioning their products for reforestation and soil remediation. By simplifying the planting process, DIY Trees aims to make professional-grade horticultural varieties accessible to the general public, backed by a sprouting guarantee.