Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Citrus Trees & Nursery Solutions
Treesource has been a full-service commercial citrus nursery since 1999, serving California's citrus industry and greenhouse growers worldwide. As part of AC Foods, we operate 20,000 acres of agricultural land across three continents, integrating regenerative practices into modern citriculture. Our USDA/APHIS-certified operations reflect decades of expertise in combating citrus diseases like HLB through innovative growing technologies. We pioneered container-grown Super Citrus Trees with advanced root systems that ensure rapid orchard establishment. Our team combines scientific rigor with practical horticultural knowledge to deliver disease-resistant planting materials.Through continuous facility improvements, including specialized greenhouses and vertical growing systems, we maintain industry leadership in citrus propagation. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through rigorous compliance with phytosanitary regulations for domestic and international shipments. With over two decades of experience, we provide tailored solutions for commercial growers' evolving needs. Our operations support sustainable agriculture through recyclable materials and carbon footprint reduction initiatives. As an industry innovator, we balance tradition with technological advancements to meet global citrus production challenges.
Services
Citrus Trees
Rooted Cuttings
Budwood
Seeds
Rootstock Seedlings
Box Ready Trees
Propagation Services
International Shipping
Sustainable Practices
Custom Growing
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized citrus nursery expertise
- Our USDA/CDFA-certified facilities ensure regulatory compliance
- We pioneered container-grown Super Citrus Trees with advanced root systems
- Our operations support sustainable agriculture through recyclable materials
- We provide tailored solutions for commercial growers worldwide
Associations and certifications
- USDA/APHIS
- CDFA
Services
Super Citrus Trees
Our Super Citrus Trees feature advanced root systems developed in specialized containers. These USDA-certified trees resist root circling through innovative pot design and growing media. Each tree includes a reusable fiberglass stake that supports growth while reducing material waste. The 12-month growing process ensures robust root development for rapid orchard establishment.
Rooted Cuttings
Rooted cuttings offer an affordable solution for small-scale growers and nurseries. These self-rooted trees establish quickly in containers with minimal transplant shock. Our 6-8 week propagation process produces vigorous plants ideal for gift markets and retail centers. Available varieties include popular citrus types like Meyer lemon and kumquat.
Citrus Liners
Citrus liners provide wholesale growers with disease-free propagation material. Grown in soil-free media, these 7-inch rootstock plants meet international shipping regulations. Each order includes 10 plants wrapped in moisture-retaining packaging with ethylene-absorbing technology to maintain viability during transport.
Rootstock Seedlings
Our rootstock seedlings feature uniform growth from certified seed sources. Grown in specialized cones with bottom heat, these 120-day seedlings provide optimal grafting material. We offer multiple rootstock varieties including Carrizo, Citrange, and Volkameriana to suit different growing conditions.
Budwood Program
Our certified budwood program follows California Citrus Clean Stock guidelines. Screened facilities produce disease-free material through monthly inspections and regular testing. We supply both nursery buds and top-working buds for commercial growers within California under strict compliance standards.
People
Roger Smith
Senior VP Nursery and Genetics
Roger leads our nursery operations and genetic development programs with over 20 years of experience in citrus cultivation and plant genetics.
Heidi Cervantes
Senior Operations Manager
Heidi oversees daily nursery operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while optimizing production efficiency across our growing facilities.
Daniel Cervantes
Horticultural Sales
Daniel manages horticultural sales, providing expert guidance to growers on selecting appropriate citrus varieties and propagation materials.
Josh Blackwell
Field Representative - AG Sales
Josh serves as agricultural sales representative, connecting growers with our full range of citrus propagation solutions and technical support.
Yesenia Ramirez
Office Coordinator
Yesenia coordinates office operations, ensuring smooth communication between customers and our production teams for order fulfillment.
Questions
What citrus varieties do you offer?
We offer lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruits, kumquats, mandarins, hybrids, and specialty trees.
Are your trees disease-resistant?
Our USDA/CDFA-certified trees are grown in controlled environments to prevent diseases like HLB and CTV.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship citrus liners globally with proper phytosanitary compliance except to Florida and Texas.
What payment methods do you accept?
We require advance payment for seed orders and work with established customers on payment terms.
How long does propagation take?
Rooted cuttings take 6-8 weeks, while Super Citrus Trees require 12 months to mature.
What sustainable practices do you use?
We recycle containers and stakes, use energy-efficient greenhouses, and implement water-saving irrigation systems.
