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Tree Planting & Transplanting in Michigan

Took a tree out, or starting fresh? We help you pick the right tree for the spot and plant it right, so it thrives for decades instead of struggling.

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The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The second-best time is now — as long as you plant the right tree, in the right place, the right way. Get any of those wrong and you are setting up years of struggle.

Hayworth Tree Service helps Mid-Michigan homeowners choose and plant trees that will actually thrive here — hardy natives and proven performers matched to your soil, space, and goals. We plant new trees, replace ones we have removed, and can transplant smaller trees to a better spot. And because we care for mature trees every day, we know exactly what a young one needs to become one.

What you get with Hayworth Tree Service

  • Right-tree-right-place species guidance
  • Proper planting depth and root-flare setting
  • Michigan-hardy natives and pest-resistant picks
  • Establishment advice so it survives its first years

When Planting Makes Sense

You just removed a tree

A ground stump leaves an open spot. We help you replant with a better-suited species so history doesn’t repeat.

You want shade or privacy

The right tree in the right place cools the house, screens a view, or blocks wind. We help you plan for the tree it will become, not just the sapling.

Replacing lost ash

Emerald ash borer left gaps in a lot of Michigan yards. We suggest resilient replacements so you are not planting the next problem.

A small tree in the wrong spot

A young tree crowding the house or a walkway can sometimes be transplanted rather than lost.

How We Plant

  1. 01

    Match tree to site

    We look at sun, soil, space, and overhead wires, then recommend species that will thrive there for the long haul.

  2. 02

    Prep the planting hole

    We dig wide, not deep, and set the tree at the correct depth with the root flare visible — the single biggest factor in survival.

  3. 03

    Plant and mulch

    We backfill, water in, and mulch properly — a ring, not a volcano against the trunk — to hold moisture and protect the roots.

  4. 04

    Set you up for success

    We show you how to water and care for it through the critical first couple of years so it establishes strong.

Hayworth Tree Service crew performing tree planting & transplanting in Mid-Michigan

What Affects Planting Cost

Planting is priced by the tree and the work involved. We quote it clearly, including the stock if we source it. Factors:

Tree size and species

A small container tree is easy; a large balled-and-burlapped shade tree needs more equipment and labor to plant well.

Number of trees

Planting a screen or a group in one visit is more efficient than a single specimen.

Site prep

Hard, compacted, or rocky soil takes more work to open up a proper planting area.

Transplant difficulty

Moving an existing tree depends on its size and root system — smaller trees transplant far more successfully.

Why choose Hayworth Tree Service for tree planting & transplanting

This isn’t a side gig or a national chain — it’s a local, family-owned crew that does tree planting & transplanting the right way and stands behind every job.

  • 31 five-star reviewsA 4.9-star reputation built job by job across Mid-Michigan.
  • Licensed & fully insuredProof of insurance on request before we ever start — your property is protected.
  • Family-owned & localYou deal with Steven Hayworth and the crew directly, never a call center.
  • Fair, upfront pricingFree written estimates and honest quotes — no hidden fees or surprise add-ons.
  • Spotless cleanup, every timeWe chip, cut, and rake until your yard looks like we were never there.

Tree Planting & Transplanting across Mid-Michigan

We bring tree planting & transplanting to homeowners and businesses throughout the Greater Lansing area. A few of the communities we serve:

St. JohnsDeWittLansingEast LansingOkemosHoltMasonGrand LedgeCharlotteDelta TownshipAlmaOwossoMount PleasantAll service areas

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What our customers say

“Highly recommend Hayworth Tree Service. I reached out early this spring and had a response in a timely manner. Much to my surprise they contacted me and had availability the following day. The process and clean up was fantastic. The tree was very large, next to my house and had some wires to work around. Very professional service. I'd call them again for any tree service needs!”
Sara Martens2 months ago
“Steven and his crew took great care of me. I had some major trees along the back of my house that needed to go. Steven was great in communication all the way from estimates to scheduling and completion. His quote beat most but I was happy to pay more than a few based on his knowledge, experience and skill.”
Rick de Varonaa year ago
“Absolutely PHENOMENAL work! I purchased a home and the backyard was entirely overgrown with trees and shrubs. I would 10/10 recommend this business to anyone and everyone. They are extremely kind, communicative, and their work speaks for itself! They are careful with all of their work and do a wonderful job cleaning up.”
Hailey BrowneLansing area · a year ago
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Questions & Answers

Tree Planting & Transplanting FAQs

Hardy natives like red and sugar maple, oak, and serviceberry tend to do well, along with proven non-natives suited to your site. We match the pick to your soil, sun, and space — that is the whole game.

Ready to get started with tree planting & transplanting?

Call Hayworth Tree Service for a free, no-obligation estimate — friendly, insured, and local to Mid-Michigan.

  • Free written estimates
  • Licensed & insured
  • 31 five-star reviews
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