PHOENIX – April 7, 2025 –  Moon Valley Nurseries , the nation's largest fully-integrated nursery, has appointed James Hanison as chief operations officer. Hanison now oversees operations of the company’s 19 farms and 48 retail nursery locations across Arizona, California, Nevada, Tennessee, Texas, Georgia and Florida. Hanison will be based at Moon Valley Nurseries' Scottsdale, Arizona corporate headquarters and report to CEO Brian Flood.“As Moon Valley Nurseries continues on its path of expansion and growth, we’re excited to welcome James Hanison to our executive leadership team,” said Brian Flood, CEO at Moon Valley Nurseries. “James brings more than 25 years of experience in retail leadership from some of the world’s most renowned organizations to the company and we look forward to seeing his innovative approach propel us forward.”Hanison's extensive career in retail spans renowned organizations, including Target, Walmart, and West Marine, and includes publicly traded and private-equity-owned businesses. James has led global teams throughout his career and held key leadership roles in retail store management, e-commerce, retail strategy, operations transformation, marketing, and human resources. His leadership has driven large-scale transformation and ensured organizations adapt to the ever-evolving retail landscape. 

PHOENIX – April 2, 2024 –  “As a core member of the group that has made Moon Valley Nurseries the best-in-class tree grower and nursery that it is today, and as a close friend and trusted business partner, it’s an honor to have Sal elevated to the role of president,” said Brian Flood, CEO of Moon Valley Nurseries. “Sal lives and breathes Moon Valley Nurseries and the entire company is incredibly grateful for his 27 years of service to the organization.” Bracale joined Moon Valley Nurseries in 1997, starting his journey working at the nursery’s seasonal Christmas tree pop-up. Bracale joined full-time in 1998 and quickly rose through the ranks, first becoming a store manager, then the Arizona regional manager and most recently chief operating officer. Bracale is one of the first 12 employees at the company, which has now grown to more than 2,200 employees nationally. "What an honor it’s been to grow up with the business and see it evolve and rapidly grow into what it is today," said Sal Bracale, president at Moon Valley Nurseries. "I wasn’t expecting to find a career in landscaping when I picked up a seasonal job at a Moon Valley Nurseries’ Christmas tree lot. Nearly 30 years later we’ve grown and nurtured this organization into the largest–and best–box tree grower and fully-integrated nursery, and I’m forever proud and grateful to have contributed to that success.” Bracale holds many certifications and licenses in the landscaping and contractor spaces, including the Arizona Certified Nursery Professional certification from the Arizona Nursery Association, a certification in Sustainable Landscape Management from the Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association, and is a licensed landscape contractor in the states of Arizona and California.

UPDATED for 2024: Moon Valley Nurseries, a premier tree and plant nursery, is hosting a free, open-to-the-public Halloween Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 18, from 4-5 p.m.Kids in costume can enjoy a festive afternoon trick-or-treating around our beautiful nurseries. Bring the whole family to celebrate the season and discover our beautiful selection of trees and plants. We can't wait to see your creative costumes.Attendees are encouraged to dress up and have a spooktacular time!

Moon Valley Nurseries , the nation's largest fully-integrated nursery and box tree grower, announced today the company opened a retail location in Fort Worth, Texas. This location becomes the 47th retail location in the country and 14th in Texas.The 8.74-acre nursery located at 7744 Blue Mound Road–formerly Fossil Creek Tree Farm, Nursery and Landscape–is now open, offering Moon Valley Nurseries’ full suite of services, including  expert landscape design , white-glove  delivery and installation , and industry-leading maintenance, including  Tree Care  and  Rejuvenation .“The expansion into Fort Worth marks an exciting milestone for Moon Valley Nurseries as we continue to see increased demand and continued success in the Dallas-Fort Worth region,” said Brian Flood, CEO of Moon Valley Nurseries. “And because of the proven success with the four locations in Dallas, bringing a location to Fort Worth allows our team to better serve the entire DFW community with this strategic opening.”

Moon Valley Nurseries , the nation's largest fully-integrated nursery and box tree grower, announced today the company is opening its first retail location in Georgia this summer.The 3-acre nursery is located at 1401 Moba Dr, Peachtree City, GA 30269, just outside of Atlanta, and will soon offer Moon Valley Nurseries’ full suite of services including  expert landscape design , white-glove  delivery and installation ,  tree and hedge rentals , unparalleled warranties and customer service. “Today marks an important milestone in our company’s story as we expand our incredible product and services into the great state of Georgia,” said Brian Flood, CEO of Moon Valley Nurseries. “We look forward to being a good steward and active community member in Peachtree City and the greater Atlanta area.”

Moon Valley Nurseries , a premier tree and plant nursery located throughout the Southwest, is expanding its reach to McKinney, Texas with the grand opening of its newest location at 4685 W University Dr, McKinney, TX 75071. Moon Valley invites media and consumers to the  Grand Opening Event on Saturday, August 24th & Sunday, August 25th.Media in attendance will have the opportunity to tour the new Moon Valley Nurseries locations and learn more about the offerings and philosophy of the brand.Nursery Pros are available to provide best practices and tips for landscape care during the seasonal changes to ensure optimal growth and protection as we head into winter months.

PHOENIX, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Moon Valley Nurseries, the nation's largest fully-integrated nursery, announced today the appointment of Michael Minnaugh to General Counsel, effective Monday, March 18, 2024. Minnaugh will lead all aspects of the legal function for the Phoenix-based nursery, including corporate governance, compliance, and risk management. Minnaugh will be based at Moon Valley Nurseries' Scottsdale corporate headquarters and report to CEO Brian Flood."Michael brings a proven track record of executive leadership and strategic thinking that will be essential to help further advance our success and continued growth," said Brian Flood, CEO of Moon Valley Nurseries. "Michael's expertise and sophisticated in-house legal experience, combined with a passion for people and culture in leading high-performance teams, makes him a natural fit for our organization."Minnaugh joins Moon Valley Nurseries after an impressive 22-year legal career spanning diverse industry experience in clean energy, technology, construction and transportation. He has previously been recognized by the Arizona State Bar as Arizona's General Counsel of the year.

Moon Valley Nurseries , a premier tree and plant nursery located throughout the Southwest, is making its San Antonio debut with the grand opening of its newest location at 3550 N. Loop 1604 E. Moon Valley invites media and consumers to the Grand Opening Event on Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8.Media in attendance will have the opportunity to tour the new Moon Valley Nurseries locations and learn more about the offerings and philosophy of the brand.Nursery Pros are available to provide best practices and tips for landscape care during the seasonal changes to ensure optimal growth and protection as we head into winter months.

(August 22, 2023) – Moon Valley Nurseries , a premiere tree and plant nursery located throughout the Southwest known for their high-quality trees and plants, has donated $22,000 in trees to the Arizona Deer Association to help with their continued efforts to improve habitat in Gila Bend, specifically for a local fishing pond and its surrounding community.The trees will be strategically planted to provide shade for the fish and the people fishing at the pond as well as help create a stable environment in the area. In addition, the trees will allow for more fish and aquatic animals to not only survive but thrive and multiply in this newly restored area.For more information, visit  AZDeer.org

Moon Valley Nurseries , a premiere tree and plant nursery located throughout the Southwest, is making its Dallas-Fort Worth debut with the grand opening of its Grapevine location. This Friday, August 11, at 11:30 a.m. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Moon Valley Nurseries will host nursery leadership and local officials, including Mayor William D. Tate.Before or after the event, Moon Valley Nurseries is making nursery pros available during the summer heat wave to discuss best practices for ensuring plant health during the summer heat. Nursery pros can also discuss the best types of plants to grow during the summer months and how establishing healthy plants can help sustain long-term health all year long.Moon Valley Nurseries experts will also be available to provide you with their professional guidance toward choosing the best trees and plants for your landscape as well as tips and tricks to prevent sun damage and preserve water. 

PHOENIX — We often talk about safety during monsoon storms, but your yard takes the brunt of storms and needs proper protection. Moon Valley Nursery Regional Manager Toni Cruse explains that the first step you ever want to take in protecting your yard from monsoon storms is to prune your trees. Pockets within the tree allow the winds to flow through. Regularly trimming your trees helps to prevent extensive wind damage and minimizes debris.Cruse also emphasizes properly staking your trees, especially during the tree's first monsoon. Lastly, deeply water your trees and plants.  The three main takeaways regarding the monsoon are properly staking, regularly trimming, and deep watering. If you keep up with the overall tree and plant maintenance, your yard will be monsoon ready.Watch the broadcast here: https://youtu.be/wXNv5EsBkKY Author: Lauren Rainson Published: 4:15 PM MST June 15, 2023 Source: https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-to-prepare-your-yard-for-monsoon-storms-arizona/75-13485677-b756-48ba-9c28-3f613e161a5b

Franklin, TN - Moon Valley Nurseries, the renowned tree and plant nursery with locations across the Southwest, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first Tennessee nursery. We would like to invite media representatives to a special preview event on Friday, May 19, preceding the consumer grand opening event on May 20 and 21. The media preview event will provide insights into the offerings and philosophy of Moon Valley Nurseries, with opportunities to tour the facility and interview local spokespeople. Members of the press are also welcome to attend the consumer grand opening events, which promise exciting discounts, raffles, and more.Moon Valley Nurseries has been a leading grower of premium trees for over 25 years, and the new Franklin location is poised to serve the entire greater Nashville area with the absolute best trees, service, and quality. With 19 farms and over 40 retail locations across Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, and now Tennessee, Moon Valley Nurseries has established itself as the largest box tree grower in the United States.The media preview event, by RSVP only, will offer an exclusive opportunity to delve into Moon Valley Nurseries' operations and understand the significance of the new location for both the organization and the local community. Attendees will have the chance to tour the facility, learn about the brand's offerings, and engage in interviews with Moon Valley Nurseries spokespeople.