Midwest Deer Trees vs Bluehill

[NoviceTreeGuy]

Does anyone know the story with Midwest Deer Trees? Do they sell good trees?

They seem to sell some same trees that Ryan at Bluehill sells. Do they share scion wood?

Just curious if I should give em a shot or stick with Bluehill.

 

[Native Hunter]

Some trees they sell that are the same (Like Buckman and Big Dog) came from a grower in Minnesota who posts on the other deer forum. He is probably acquainted with both of them, so that would explain both having some of the same scions.

Blue Hill uses Dolgo rootstock and Midwest does too. Midwest also uses Antonovka. Both rootstocks have a good reputation for doing well in a wide variety of soil types, and both make a big solidly grounded tree. My knowledge of Antonovka is only vicarious, because I haven't planted any of those, but I wouldn't be afraid to based on feedback from people I trust.

My advice is to look at what each one offers and buy what you feel like will work for you.