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Our typical turn-around time to process and deliver an order is 7 – 10 days. The request to hurry orders beyond our normal process is increasingly prevalent. We are striving to accommodate such requests and are pleased to offer our customers “Rush” request service.

There is added expense to re-organize labor and equipment associated with such requests. “Rush” processing is subject to an additional 3% per plant. “Rush” processing is loading an order in 4 days or less for ball and burlap and 2 days or less for containerized plants. Noon is the cut off time on any given day.

We are not able to accommodate “Rush” requests if digging conditions warrant a summer dig charge. We reserve the right to decline a “Rush” request if it is not in the best interest of the plant or our customer.

Please do not hesitate to contact customer service with any questions.

Bernard E. Kohl, Sr. of Kennedyville, Maryland died on February 6, 2014 at Seasons Hospice at Christiana Hospital in Delaware. He was 82.

He was born on April 4, 1931 in Reading, PA the son of the late Thomas J. and Elsie May Marks Kohl. He was a graduate of Shillington High School class of 1949 and served in the U.S. Army. Following an honorable discharge he married Edith E. Ulrich on August 9, 1958.

Mr. Kohl lived in Angelica, PA where he and his family owned and operated Angelica Nurseries. He managed the property in Angelica, PA until 1970 when he moved to Kennedyville, MD operating Angelica Nurseries with his brothers, where he oversaw the maintenance of the equipment.

Mr. Kohl continued to participate in the operation of the business until a recent automobile accident.

He was a member of Frank M. Jarman American Legion Post #36 Chestertown.
Mr. Kohl enjoyed woodworking, skiing, traveling in his motorhome, reading, watching NASCAR, and more importantly spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife of 55 years, he is survived by a son: Bernard E. Kohl, Jr. and his wife Barbara of Kennedyville, MD, a daughter: Judith Lynn Balarezo and her husband Eduardo of Hanover, MD, a son in law: Jeff Miller of Millington, MD, four grandchildren: Rebecca Baxter, Jessica Crouch, Trey Kohl and his wife Jen, and Heather Satterfield and her husband Dan, one great grandson: Blake Kohl, along with two brothers: Verne Kohl of Galena, MD and Tim Kohl of Kennedyville, MD. One daughter the late Gayle Marie Miller predeceased him in 1989.

Services will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 12:00 noon at Fellows, Helfenbein, and Newnam Funeral Home 130 Speer Road Chestertown where relatives and friends may call one hour prior (11-12). In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Seasons Hospice @ Christiana Hospital 4755 Ogletown-Stanton Rd. Newark, DE 19718.

To view the online obituary, click here.

You will notice a change to our grading method with our latest Availability List. Our product will be graded and priced according to the industry standards as established by the American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA). ANLA standards dictate that a plant size designation will be the minimum size allowable for that size interval and shall include plants from that size up to but not including the next larger size interval.

We have always strived to grade our material at the high end of previous size spread. Present market conditions and repeated requests from our customers indicate the need for a better price and a plant that just meets the ANLA standards. This method of grading allows Angelica to be more competitive while, at the same time, meeting the requests from our customers. Be assured you can continue to expect the same quality which Angelica has always provided. We feel this is a change that needs to take place and one that is mutually beneficial for both our valued and potential customers.

You can read the full letter on our downloads page, or by clicking here.

Handling Suggestions for Summer Dug Plant Material

Angelica Nurseries has one of the most successful summer digging programs in the industry. As a result of our root pruning and transplanting procedures, our B & B varieties develop a concentrated root mass. This root mass combined with our special hardening off procedures are your best guarantee of plant survival, especially during the hot summer months. However, all summer digging is at the customer’s own risk and special charges may apply.

To further ensure your success with summer dug material, we make the following recommendations:

■ Plant material needs to be untied and spaced immediately so plants do not touch
■ Plants must be protected from heat and drying wind
■ Overhead mist to cool foliage throughout the hottest part of the day
■ Mist to keep soil at a constant state of moisture
■ Shade from direct sunlight to protect new growth
■ For some varieties, pre-treatment with a bio-stimulant may be recommended

The above procedures serve as a guideline only. Angelica does not give nor imply in any way any warranty as to the future life of stock. Please contact our Customer Service Department with any summer inquiries or to discuss current digging conditions.

Is your Endless Summer® blooming? If not, it soon will be as we approach peak bloom season. Endless Summer® is easy to grow and will bloom from late spring through fall.

Color Kits make it easy to change the color of your Hydrangea.

Color Me Blue™ (soil sulfur) will keep your blooms blue. If it’s blue blooms you want, the ph level should be in the range of 5.0 to 5.8

Color Me Pink™ (garden lime) will keep your blooms pink. The ph level should be in the range of 6.5 to 7.0. If your soil is acidic, you can sweeten the soil with Color Me Pink™ garden lime to keep those pink blooms.

Both Color Me Blue™ and Color Me Pink™ are safe, will not burn the plants and promotes dark green foliage and general plant vigor. It is highly recommended that you test the soil prior to application to ensure that the proper amount of sulfur or lime is applied. Results will vary depending on the soil type, temperature and the time of year of application.

Do you think you have problems with your Holly? Are the inner leaves turning yellow and dropping?

Do not be alarmed. It is typical for Ilex to shed their inner leaves while the new growth is flushing.  

Bill Van Wilgen, owner of Van Wilgen’s Garden Center in North Branford, CT will talk retail strategy at the upcoming Independent Garden Center Show in August 2012 to be held at the Navy Pier in Chicago.

Van Wilgen’s Garden Center is ranked number 80 in IGC Retailer’s 100 report. Van Wilgen’s is one of the most prominent garden centers in Connecticut.  Congratulations to Bill on his success and wishing him a successful show!