Big John Leyden’s Tree Farm

08/04/2026

Green Giants from 3 ft to 10+ft- Locally Grown and Farm Fresh #

08/03/2026

Enhancing your outdoor space with year-round color is effortless with the stunning Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae. At Big John Leyden's Tree Farm in West Greenwich, RI, we specialize in providing vibrant, healthy trees that bring distinct character to your landscape. This beautiful evergreen features eye-catching golden-yellow foliage that stays bright even through the winter.

Our family-owned farm is dedicated to helping you select the perfect addition to your home. The Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae is an excellent choice for creating elegant natural privacy screens or adding a unique specimen tree to your garden beds. Come explore our fields and let our team help you find the ideal trees to transform your yard.

07/22/2026

Green Giants 10 to 12+ft

07/19/2026

Green Giants 11 to 12ft for instant privacy and many other evergreens, Available now, call or text 401.258.9246

07/15/2026

Protection from the storms! ⛈️🌲 Summer storms can bring heavy winds. Is your home protected? A strategically planted row of evergreens from Big John Leyden's Tree Farm & Nursery acts as a natural windbreak, shielding your property and reducing potential damage. 🛡️ Beyond safety, these rows also provide shelter for local birds during rough weather. Let us help you plan a functional "shelterbelt" that looks beautiful and keeps your home safe. Our Spruces and Pines are ready for duty! 🌲🦅

07/12/2026

It’s not just about the leaves! 🌳🎨 At Big John Leyden's Tree Farm & Nursery, we love trees with "winter interest" and unique bark. Even in the lush green of July, the peeling bark of a Heritage River Birch or the smooth, muscular trunk of a Hornbeam stands out. 🪵 Incorporating different textures into your landscape adds a layer of sophistication that lasts all year long. Come touch and feel the variety at the nursery—you’ll see that every tree has its own personality and "skin" style! ✨🌿

07/11/2026

Keeping it tidy! ✂️🌳 Mid-summer is a great time for light structural pruning on many deciduous trees. At Big John Leyden's Tree Farm & Nursery, we believe in "planting for the future." Proper pruning while a tree is young ensures a strong, beautiful shape as it matures. 🌿 Not sure where to cut? We offer advice and the right tools at the nursery to keep your trees looking their best. Avoid "topping" your trees—let’s talk about proper thinning and health-based pruning instead! 🌲👨🌾

07/08/2026

Save the bees! 🐝🌻 July is a busy month for our flying friends. Many of the trees and shrubs at Big John Leyden's Tree Farm & Nursery are essential nectar sources. Flowering trees like Magnolia and Hydrangeas aren't just pretty—they are a buffet for local pollinators. 🦋 By incorporating these into your landscape, you’re helping to support the local ecosystem while enjoying a yard full of life and color. Ask us about our favorite pollinator-friendly trees during your next visit! 🌸🌳

07/04/2026

Instant gratification! 🌳💨 Why wait years for your landscape to fill in? At Big John Leyden's Tree Farm & Nursery, we are famous for our mature specimen trees such as Green Giants, Crytomeria and Douglas Fir. These are "legacy" size trees that provide an immediate impact the moment they are installed. 🏡 Perfect for new construction homes that need a "finished" look or for replacing a lost giant. Our specialized equipment ensures these large trees are handled with the utmost care from our fields to your yard. Come see the big stuff—it’s what we do best! 🚜💪

📍179 Plain Meeting House Rd, West Greenwich RI 02817
Text or call: 401.258.9246

07/04/2026

July is heating up! 🔥 Is your garden wilting? At Big John Leyden's Tree Farm & Nursery, we specialize in "Heat Heroes"—trees that can stand up to the scorching July sun without breaking a sweat. ☀️🌳 From Crape Myrtles that love the bake to tough-as-nails Junipers, we can help you design a landscape that thrives in high temperatures. Don't let the heat discourage you from planting; just pick the right species! Stop by the nursery this week to see our most resilient varieties in action. 🌵🌿