FAQ

I received two trees at a fall festival but don't know their names or care requirements. One grows to 15 feet with purple and white flowers, and the other to 20 feet with bright fall colors, though its leaves have already fallen. Can you help identify them?

The smaller tree is a vitex and the slightly larger tree is a Shantung maple. Both get the same treatment for the first year or so. Plant them in a pot outside making sure their roots are level with the top of the soil - don’t bury them at the bottom of the pot and pile on a bunch of potting soil. You don’t have to water every day but to make sure the soil doesn’t get completely dry. After the root systems have developed you can plant them in the ground. Again make sure the roots are close to the surface. Or you can contact us by clicking here.