20G Shumard Red Oaks for $40

[Drip]

I was in the area, so I decided to stop by the Plant Shed in Euless. I had never been and it looked like a decent nursery.

It turns out they're having a sale on all shade trees. On top of that, their order of 15G Shumards were delivered as 20G, so they are selling them at the 15G sale price. I couldn't believe the size tree I bought for $40.

The majority of the Red Oaks looked healthy -- some minor circling roots, but the root flares were visible.

I'm not sure how long the sale lasts, but its worth a look.

[lou_midlothian_tx]

Well, as long as there is no major girdling root problem, that's a good deal. Pretty much all 15g or larger have terrible root system so i never buy them. I wish everybody would start using Whitcomb container to keep root girdling under control. It just will take a few years to establish root system before you see a lot of growth. I actually prefer 5g trees under 6 feet height. Very easy to maintain and they start growing fast rather quickly.

[Drip]

Good points...

I've gone to good nurseries and have a terrible time finding non-circling roots.

I may go smaller next time...