Rhubarb needs an open, sunny spot. Rhubarb does need a cold period before it will start to put on new growth in spring, however hard frosts may damage the newly emerging growth, so try not to plant in a frost pocket if you can. Prepare the bed well by removing weeds and digging in composted manure, and plant the crowns at intervals of 75cm - 1m, making sure the dormant buds are just below the surface of the soil. Keep watered well and in spring apply a dressing of composted manure, making sure you avoid covering the crown of the plant. You should also remove any flowering stalks which appear. In the second year, you may start to harvest some of the stems, but restrict yourself to between a third and a half of the total crop, leaving the rest to mature on the plant.
The Seckel Pear is small, very sweet variety believed to be named after the Pennsylvanian farmer who discovered it in the 18th century. It was grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello and was one of his favorite fruits. The Seckel pear produces best when paired with another variety.
Silky Dogwood
Regular price
$8.00
Cornus amomum
The Silky Dogwood is a large shrub grown in an upright rounded form. When young the stems are a stunning bright red in the fall, winter and early spring turning to a reddish brown come summer. As it matures, the stems remain the reddish brown year round until eventually maintaining a gray pigment. Although sometimes mistaken for Red Osier Dogwood, the brown pith and blue toned fruits distinguishes this from its lookalike. Although highly tolerant of shade, they do not thrive well in droughty conditions.
Developed in British Columbia, Skeena is a sweet, kidney-shaped cherry with a dark red-to-black skin and dark red flesh. The fruit is very firm and appears to have good tolerance to rain-induced cracking. The upright-to-spreading, self-fertile tree is precocious and consistently productive. This cherry can be harvested in early June. Once planted most cherry trees take 4 to 6 years to be productive.
St. Clair County Plat Book
Regular price
$35.00
2023 Edition Plat book includes aerial photography as well as traditional mapping.
Stanley Plum
Regular price
$24.00
Prunus domestica
Self-fertile
Myro rootstock, standard rootstock
Stanley plums are medium to large, oval, dark blue fruits with a European freestone with yellow-green flesh. This tree is a heavy annual producer. This variety is ideal for drying, fresh eating, and canning.
Swamp Mallow (Hibiscus)
Regular price
$7.00
Hibiscus moscheutos or Swamp Mallow is a perennial plant plant found in swampy forests and wet meadows across the U.S.. It grows between 3 and 7 feet tall with a spread of 2 to 3 feet. From July to September it produces 4 to 8 inch flowers which are an excellent source of pollen and nectar for birds, bees and butterflies.
Sycamore
Regular price
$10.00
Platanus occidentalis
The Sycamore also known as the American Plane Tree or Buttonwood. This tree is easily recognized by it mottled bark that sloughs off as the tree expands. Although the bark on all trees has to stretch and split to accommodate new growth the Sycamore illustrates the process more openly.
Tree Fertilizer Tablets (20-10-5 analysis)
Regular price
$0.20
Time release fertilizer tablets help provide extra nutrients for young trees to enhance growth and root development. Recommended 1 tablet per tree. (2 tablets for XL trees.)
Tree Planting Bar
Regular price
$50.00
36" tall tree planting bar with a 3"x10" blade designed to spade in seedlings.
Tree Planting Gel/Root Dip (1 oz.)
Regular price
$3.50
Planting gel is easy to use and helps retain moisture at the root in dry weather. Mix the planting gel with water and dip tree roots in the solution. 1 oz. treats approximately 750 seedlings.
Trees Planted Sign
Regular price
$2.50
8"x10" aluminum sign with wording "Trees Planted, Keep Off".
Vented Miracle Tube
Regular price
$5.50
Plastic tree protector that comes in 36" or 48" tall variants.
Vented Miracle Tubes are a 4"+/- diameter translucent tube designed to slip over trees for long term protection from animals and outside elements for better survivability. Requires 1 wooden stake for support. Stakes sold separately.
Nested 100% Recycled Polyethylene (milk jug plastic) Seamless Tube
UV Stabilized for 5 to 7 years (Plastic will break down after this time)
Rigid, Single-wall design with a razor line perforation
Cuffed top & bottom protects tree as it grows out of tube and provides stability
Permanent Venting- Vents start half way up to allow herbicide spray around the base
Two Releasble UV Treated Zip Ties pre-inserted
Weeping Willow
Regular price
$12.00
**This species is not recommended for planting in Macomb County**
Originating in China, the Weeping Willow is a known focal point in any yard or field. These wide, tall trees have drooping branches, like Mother Nature’s curtains sweeping down to the ground. These long, elegant branches make it easy to identify.
