Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Wholesale Nursery for High-Quality Trees
Surface Nursery has been a family-owned and operated business since 1925, dedicated to cultivating high-quality bare root nursery stock, flowering trees, and shade trees. Our legacy began with Melvin Surface, who established the nursery on 14 acres in Gresham, Oregon, and has expanded to 400 acres while maintaining our commitment to excellence. With over a century of experience, we specialize in providing hundreds of tree varieties to meet diverse landscaping needs. Our team of seasoned professionals, including third-generation leader Debbie Surface and Vice President Shawn Nerison, ensures every customer receives personalized service and expert guidance. We pride ourselves on sustainable growing practices, maintaining optimal temperature and moisture conditions for our plants before shipment.Our sales representatives, such as Don Brookshire and Mark Poleo, bring decades of industry expertise to serve clients across multiple states. We offer competitive quantity discounts for bulk orders and maintain transparent pricing structures with clear payment terms. Our facility in Gresham, Oregon, combines traditional horticultural values with modern nursery techniques to deliver superior plant material. We actively participate in trade shows and maintain industry association memberships to stay at the forefront of nursery innovations. Customers can access our comprehensive catalog or contact our office staff for tailored assistance with their tree procurement needs.
Services
Wholesale Bare Root Trees
Flowering Trees
Shade Trees
Quantity Discounts
Catalog Requests
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1925 with third-generation leadership
- 400-acre nursery with 100+ tree varieties available
- Experienced sales team with regional expertise
- Quantity discounts for bulk orders of 50+ trees
- Climate-controlled storage for optimal plant health
Services
Wholesale Bare Root Trees
We provide premium bare root trees for commercial landscaping projects. Our inventory includes both branched trees and whips in various sizes. Customers receive volume pricing when ordering 50+ units of the same variety.
Flowering Trees
Our selection includes numerous flowering tree species ideal for urban and residential landscapes. Each tree is grown to strict quality standards and maintained in climate-controlled storage before shipment.
Shade Trees
We cultivate diverse shade tree varieties suited for different climate zones. Our inventory includes both young saplings and mature specimens for immediate impact in landscaping projects.
Quantity Discounts
We offer tiered discounts for large orders: 5% for $7,000+, 10% for $15,000+, 15% for $30,000+, and 20% for $50,000+ purchases. Discounts apply to single-variety orders of 50+ trees.
Catalog Requests
We provide comprehensive printed and digital catalogs featuring our complete tree inventory. Customers can request physical catalogs by mail or download the current edition from our website.
People
Debbie Surface
President
Third-generation nursery leader with extensive horticultural expertise. Oversees operations and strategic direction while maintaining family commitment to quality and customer service.
Shawn Nerison
Vice President
Manages day-to-day operations with deep knowledge of nursery production and wholesale distribution. Brings decades of experience in commercial horticulture to client relationships.
Krista Woolsey
Financial Administrator
Handles financial operations and contract management with attention to payment terms and volume discount calculations. Ensures smooth financial transactions for bulk tree purchases.
Amalia Bruley
Shipping Coordinator
Manages logistics and coordinates shipments to ensure timely delivery of nursery stock. Maintains quality control during transportation preparation.
Don Brookshire
Sales Representative
Southeast region specialist with extensive knowledge of local growing conditions. Provides expert guidance on tree selection for commercial projects in 8 states.
Questions
What types of trees do you offer?
We specialize in wholesale bare root trees including flowering trees, shade trees, and ornamental varieties. Our inventory contains hundreds of species suitable for different climate zones.
Do you offer discounts for large orders?
Yes, we provide quantity discounts for orders of 50+ trees of the same variety. We also offer tiered volume discounts for purchases over $7,000.
How can I request a catalog?
You can download our current catalog from our website or sign up to receive a printed copy by mail through our contact form.
What areas do you serve?
We serve customers across the United States through our regional sales representatives covering the Southeast, Midwest, Northeast, and Pacific Northwest regions.
Is your nursery family-owned?
Yes, Surface Nursery has been family-owned since 1925 when Melvin Surface founded the business. We remain committed to family values and personalized service.
How are trees stored before shipment?
Our trees are kept in climate-controlled facilities to maintain optimal temperature and moisture levels until they're ready for delivery.
