Plants are listed by BOTANICAL NAME (e.g. Deutzia gracilis ‘Nikko’). Each entry ends with the recommended USDA Hardiness Zones (e.g. Z. 4-8), the Plant Code (e.g. DEUNIK), approximate size of the plants that we ship, and the price.

PLANTS IN SPECIMEN SIZES.Some plants are listed as “Specimen.” This means they are unusually large or more filled out than other plants. They are a dickens to pack and ship, but we provide them because many of you are impatient and want a larger size for immediate impact. Other plants require Additional Handling and are even more generously-sized. Shipment of these plants requires an additional charge of $15.00 per plant to the East, and $20.00 per plant to other shipping Zones.

TREE TUBES.Some plants are offered in Tree Tubes, which are 4x6” pots, listed as TT following the plant size. We often use these as an intermediate pot for slower-growing woody plants. After a favorable growing season, these plants are ready to be planted out. They’re still youngsters, however, so be sure to keep an eye on them!

FLOWERING AND FRUITING SEASONS are based on observations in our own garden in Zone 7 and are generally valid for the Mid-Atlantic, the middle South, southern New England, and the lower Midwest.

PLEASE ORDER EARLY AND LIST SUBSTITUTES. We grow limited quantities of each plant, and many sell out quickly. We do not grow every plant listed in this catalogue every year. So if you see it listed and want it, order it now to avoid disappointment!

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR NEWLY-ARRIVED PLANTS. Please attend to your plants at once upon receipt by either setting them out in the desired location or by holding them in containers until you are ready to plant. If held in containers, keep the soil damp but not sopping wet. Water plants in well after planting in the garden, and keep in mind that all plants require a season or two to get established. Some extra attention to them during this period of readjustment is essential. In fall, it’s best to get your plants into the ground just as soon as you can. For spring planting, we offer the following guidelines:

• TREES & SHRUBS should be planted in the ground as soon as you can work your soil. If they are still dormant, subsequent frost or snow should not damage them. However, once plants are in active growth, they require protection from frost and should be held in a basement or garage until milder weather. Young plants that have leafed out can be killed by late frost, and our guarantee does not cover such losses.
• DORMANT PERENNIALS should be held in a cool but frost-free place until you see active growth. Unlike trees and shrubs, it’s better not to plant perennials while they are still dormant.
• SUBTROPICALS such as Bananas, Gingers, and evergreen Magnolias and their relatives should be held frost free until your soil has warmed up and air temperatures regularly reach the 70’s.

IF YOUR BOX APPEARS DAMAGED ON ARRIVAL, please do not refuse shipment. We really try to pack carefully, and you’ll usually find your plants well secured and in quite good condition. Our perennials should explode into growth once planted. Prune off any broken stems on trees and shrubs and give them a chance to recover from their journey. If damage is serious, please keep all packing materials and phone UPS and us at once.

Particular cultural requirements are noted in the plant description. If no special requirement is mentioned, plants should be sited in well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. We suggest that you retain our print catalogues as references.