The Tree Place in Fort Worth

The Tree Place

(817) 561-9248 www.thetreeplace.com

5625 I-20, Fort Worth, Texas 76119

Tree Services: Tree Planting

Credentials and Trust: Long Established

Emergency and Storm: Quick Response

Long-standing, 9-acre nursery for a wide variety of trees, plus supplies & garden decor.

4.9 from 595 reviews

5 stars
566
4 stars
13
3 stars
3
2 stars
2
1 stars
11

Pros

  • The Tree Place has a great inventory of trees and plants to meet every need.
  • Their staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and deeply helpful.
  • The service is top-notch, both before and after installation.
  • The installation teams are fast, professional, and thorough, teaching care and watering.
  • They plant to ISA standards and provide detailed care instructions.
  • They offer complete services including installation, delivery, and landscaping guidance.
  • Customers consistently report high-quality trees and fair prices, and say they would highly recommend.
  • The golf-cart tours and on-site arborists enhance the shopping and planting experience.

Cons

Based on reviews representing only 3% of total ratings

  • One customer said a $600–$800 tree died within six months and, although staff offered advice, no one came to inspect or replace it, leaving them frustrated by the lack of a guarantee.
  • Another reviewer claimed that almost all the shrubs they purchased died after planting and that the Tree Place provides no guarantee on plants.
  • A customer recounted that a heat-stressed Fire Dragon maple died in spring and they did not receive a refund.

Review Overview

The Tree Place is best suited for residential properties that want a curated, professional tree program rather than a simple trim or quick removal. It excels for single-family yards with room for mature trees, for properties undergoing complete landscape redesigns, and for customers who prefer to buy healthy, well-suited specimens and have them planted correctly by experts. This operation is especially strong for projects that demand speed without sacrificing quality: same- or next-day installation is common, and HOA-ready plant selections or landscape design support are readily available. Budgets lean toward mid-to-premium, as the value comes from top-tier stock, on-site arborist guidance, and comprehensive planting and establishment service rather than bargain-bin pricing. For urgent rehabs, replacing trees after freezes, storm damage, or aging specimens, The Tree Place stands out as a reliable partner that can source exact species, size, and form and mobilize a crew quickly with proper equipment and care.

The inventory is the backbone of The Tree Place’s advisory capability. The facility emphasizes a vast, well-maintained selection of trees in a wide range of sizes, including large-caliper specimens (up to 45 gallons) and tree-form ornamentals that suit hot Texas climates. Golf carts are used to shuttle customers through acres of stock, turning what could be arduous shopping into a focused, education-driven experience. The staff regularly demonstrates why a yard requires exacting stock choices: certified arborists on-site, access to detailed care guides, and printed planting instructions accompany every purchase. This is more than a sales floor; it is a seminary of tree knowledge that translates into landscapes that survive and thrive.

Planting and establishment are where The Tree Place earns its credibility with discerning homeowners. The company has a track record of ISA-standard planting, meticulous site preparation, and thoughtful aftercare. One reviewer, a Certified Arborist, notes that the crew planted according to ISA standards with minimal effort required from the homeowner, and that meticulous steps, staking, moisture management, root stimulators, and mulch application, are routine. Installations often include pruning or shaping guidance, proper hole preparation, and careful positioning to optimize growth in limited spaces. Customers routinely receive detailed care recommendations, moisture testing tips, and even on-site demonstrations of how to water and monitor newly planted trees. When a landscape requires coordination of multiple species, the team excels at balancing aesthetics, growth habits, and irrigation needs.

Safety and cleanup are where this operation separates itself from many other nurseries and contractors. The Tree Place consistently demonstrates respect for the site and for property boundaries. Reports describe crews arriving with the necessary equipment, securing loads for transport, and performing clean, professional installations that leave the yard neat. Utilities marking is part of the standard workflow, with references to pre-install line-marking to avoid damage to lines or gas services, and crews routinely re-route irrigation lines as needed to accommodate new plantings. Post-installation care includes mulching, staking, and ensuring trees are placed with proper orientation to maximize wind resistance and future stability. Those factors matter most when a project includes large trees or sensitive landscaping adjacent to driveways, lawns, or foundations.

Customer service and reliability drive repeat business, and The Tree Place delivers consistently on both. Reviews repeatedly cite knowledgeable staff who guide customers from selection through post-planting care, and who respond promptly to questions long after purchase. The operation uses on-site arborists to help narrow choices, and staff members rotate through with contemporary advice, videos, and written maintenance plans. Delivery and installation are frequently described as efficient and professional, with homeowners appreciating the proactive communication and the willingness to tailor the plan to specific property constraints. Yet a minority of reviews remind that guarantees and post-purchase coverage vary by product and service, especially when installations rely on third-party crews. The prudent approach is to secure a clear, written care and replacement policy before committing to a large, multi-tree install.

From a practical decision standpoint, The Tree Place is the go-to choice for homeowners who want end-to-end service: stock selection, design input, on-site arborist consultation, delivery, planting, and long-term care support. It is less suited to trimming-only or removal-only tasks where a bare-bones contract might suffice. For trimming or removal needs, The Tree Place can still be a strong partner if the project is tied to installation of new trees or landscape elements, because it brings cohesive, site-aware practices, not disconnected labor. The strongest recommendation targets property types with wide-open planting opportunities, HOA-managed landscapes requiring formal planting plans, and owners who value education as much as execution. In short, for the Fort Worth area, The Tree Place stands as a top-tier, full-scope tree resource: a place to source, plant, and nurture trees with the confidence that safety, cleanup, and aftercare are not afterthoughts, but foundational commitments.

Tree Services

Tree Planting

Not just removal - these companies help you add trees too. Proper planting technique gives new trees the best chance at a long, healthy life.

On-site tree installation is a core capability, with crews that dig the hole, plant the tree, stake it, mulch, and set up proper irrigation and moisture guidance. Installations are fast and thorough, with examples of same-day or next-day plantings and handling of large specimens such as 30-gallon and 45-gallon trees. A certified arborist guides the process and planting is performed to ISA standards, with crews accommodating site needs and even reworking sprinkler or irrigation setups when required. Post-plant care is strongly supported, including printed care guides, moisture-testing tools, root stimulator recommendations, and ongoing expert advice to ensure long-term tree health. They coordinate logistics such as marking utilities before planting, providing HOA documentation when needed, and guiding customers with golf-cart tours through the expansive stock to select the right tree.

Credentials and Trust

Long Established

A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.

A long-established presence underpins their operation, anchored by a 9-acre nursery that sustains a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and garden decor for Fort Worth and the broader DFW area. Customer feedback consistently highlights depth of expertise, including on-site arborists who help with selection and planting methods, and staff who explain care plans tailored to local conditions. Installations and deliveries are praised for speed and professionalism, with many trees planted the next day or soon after purchase, often accompanied by staking, mulch, and practical planting guidance. Aftercare is a clear strength, with detailed care guides, printed resources, and ongoing follow-up to assist homeowners long after the sale. Together, these patterns show a durable capability to guide customers from initial selection through successful establishment, reflecting a trusted, long-standing resource for trees and landscape needs around Fort Worth.

Emergency and Storm

Quick Response

Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.

Rapid responses define their customer interactions, with staff quick to answer questions and guide decisions. Text inquiries often yield swift results, with staff sharing photos, presenting options within hours, and following up promptly. Installations and deliveries are notably fast, with many customers reporting same-day or next-day planting after purchase. On-site teams provide thorough care guidance at installation and beyond, with arborists available as needed and printed care guides or online videos to support ongoing maintenance. For large projects across the Fort Worth metro area, they coordinate procurement, delivery, and installation efficiently, including HOA-approval landscaping drawings and timely placement.