We Dig Fall...

Literally, not only a retail nursery and landscaper, McAuliffe's is also the grower of much of the plant material we sell. This stunning nursery is wrapped with close to 50 acres of growing fields and fall is the beginning of the digging season. We are able to dig trees once the weather cools off and the moisture level is up. Each season begins and ends with conifers, while deciduous trees are dug after leaf fall. The timing to dig deciduous trees is a lot more delicate and it is critical to dig while the tree is dormant. The digging is done by a special crew that has worked with Jamie since the nursery was founded. After the trees are dug they are wrapped in burlap, twined, and laid down for the farm crew to pick-up. The next step of the process is for the trees to be loaded onto a tractor, potted in a black growers pot while keeping the burlap ball in tact, and displayed in the nursery or back stocked for future sales. A few of the more common shrubs that we grow are: Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green'and Buxus sempervirens (dwarf boxwood), which are dug and placed in sawdust beds. These are two common hedge plants and they are often sold in large groupings. Each tree is graded, (its size determined by either height or trunk caliper), and priced with an information tag. These are then added to our inventory system which allows us to work with homeowners, builders, and other landscapers who may be looking for specific sizes and quantities of trees. The season can last six to seven months depending on the weather.

Be sure to watch our web page

www.mcauliffesvalleynursery.com for updates to our fresh digs feature.

A Sincere 'Thank you!' to everyone who helped celebrate Autumn Tree Fest with us this Fall! We love this time of year when the valley harvest is abundant, the

digging season has begun, and the crisp feeling of Fall hangs heavy in the air. Each year we offer fantastic savings on select plant material and enjoy Brats, Pumpkin Pie, and warm Cider. We are excited to share our growing fields with you on a Tractor Hay Ride, paint a few

pumpkins, and enjoy the company of the best customers any one could hope for...

Thank you for allowing us to continue doing what we all value and enjoy!

Wreath Decorating Workshops

Sunday, November 23rd from 2-5pm

Sunday, November 30th from 2-5pm

Friday, December 5th from 6-9pm

Saturday, December 6th from 6-9pm

We invite you to join us in our cozy barn for our fifth annual holiday wreath decorating workshops. If you have never attended this is a great way to start your holiday season.

You will be supplied with a 20" evergreen wreath as well as a variety of branchlets and unique twigs and dried blooms from our own growing fields. There will also be an assortment of ribbons, ornaments, and faux berries to adorn your wreath. Many of our returning guest often bring special items from home that tie in with their own d�cor. This is a great tradition to share with family members and friends!

Light refreshments will be served.

Registration and prepayment of $30 per wreath

is required as space is limited.

Please call 360-862-1323 to reserve your place for this fun and memorable event!

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Happy Thanksgiving

to you and your family!

We will be closed on Thanksgiving;

Thursday,

November, 27th.

Fall Clean-up

* Move tender plants in before the hard freeze.

* Finish planting Spring blooming bulbs and garlic.

* Rake leaves. Remember leaf mulch is a great insulator for tender shrubs and perennials.

* Put out slug bait. Sluggo is the pet friendly choice we carry at McAuliffes.

* As the leaves drop it is a great time to see the shape of deciduous trees and shrubs and a perfect time to prune.

* Fertilize the lawn with Dr Earth Super Natural Lawn Fertilizer.

*Mulch planting beds for weed control.

* Turn under the vegetable garden and prep for next season. Add grass clippings or mulch to control weeds. Plant a cover crop to help fix nitrogen.

Save Something for the Birds

This is the time of year we are busy with fall clean-up; cutting back perennials, pruning trees and shrubs, and raking leaves. While you are busy with all your clean-up be sure to think of our feathered friends and leave a little something behind. Seed heads on grasses and other perennials are sure to be a feast on a cold winter's day. Berries and cones are always popular winter feed for the birds. Grass foliage, hollow twigs, and old leaves make great places for insects and birds to make nests for the following spring. So this fall "leaf" a little mess for the wildlife.

Let us help you decorate for the holidays!

Living and Cut Christmas Trees

will be available the

week of November 23rd.

Whether you like decking the halls before the turkey gets dished up or after the autumn festivities have been appreciated to the fullest. Stop by the nursery with your family to pick out the perfect Christmas Tree for your home this season.

~ Buy One Get One Free ~

It's not too late to get your Spring Bulbs planted!

Hurry in for our special event on all of your favorites!

Reserve Yours Today!

Fresh Cedar garland arrives in November.

Call today and we can have yours

pre-cut and ready for pickup, allowing you more time for your holiday decorating and shopping. An average door can be wrapped with just 15 feet of garland and it is a perfect frame for your Holiday Wreath.

Need a larger wreath for your

business or home?

These can also be reserved for pickup.

Call us at (360)862-1323

to reserve your greenery today!

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Think Twig Dogwood

One of the most reliable shrubs in the Pacific Northwest is Twig Dogwood. This large family of plants range in size from dwarf of about a foot and a half tall to varieties reaching eight to ten feet. After the foliage drops (both straight green leaf or several types of variegated leaves) you are left with brilliant stems of red, orange, yellow and even coral. These sturdy stems make a great compliment plant to all sorts of conifers and broadleaf evergreens or work perfectly as a stand alone shrub. In addition to their undeniable value in the winter garden, they are also great to mix with fresh greens in vases, add to a paperwhite arrangement or as accents in your holiday wreath. Be sure to ask our knowledgeable staff what varieties we have available this year.

Plant Paperwhites Now

This Holiday Charmer takes about six weeks to bloom, with blooms lasting up to a month, depending on the temperature of your home. For a great holiday look plant your bulbs in a deep clear vase with marbles, rocks or fresh cranberries. The tall vase will help hold these floppy treasures up and look great around your home. If your bulbs seem to be getting ahead of your holiday entertaining you can slow them down by moving them to a cool protected spot outside (as long as the weather is above freezing).

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11910 Springhetti Road

Snohomish, WA 98296

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