Members' Exclusive Plant Catalog—Spring 2012
Purchase unique, hard-to-find plants recommended by Arboretum experts. Hurry! Plants sell fast. Limited quantities available.
Browse through our catalog on the left to find the perfect plants for you. Orders accepted February 7-April 9, 2012.
What's special about this sale?
- Varieties of trees, shrubs, grasses, vines, and perennials that average garden shops don't sell
- A total of 14 new-to-market plants that are released at select nurseries across the U.S.
- Unique Ball Ornamentals®, Chicagoland Grows®, and Proven Winners® selections offered at great value
- Plants that are ideal for Chicago-region growing
Order early! Limited quantities available. Every plant you purchase through this online catalog supports the Arboretum's mission to plant and protect trees. You must be a member to place an order. Not a member? Begin or renew a membership now.
Receive a free Arbor Day T-Shirt
When your plant purchase totals $250 or more, you'll receive a commemorative 2012 Arbor Day t-shirt as a "thank you" for supporting The Morton Arboretum's mission to plant and protect trees. The t-shirt is included with your order at the pick-up location.
Payment
We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, or American Express. Check and cash orders accepted in person only. Orders must be received no later than Monday April 9, 2012, and will be filled as they are received. An e-mail acknowledgement will be sent for all online orders. If a plant is sold out, credit card order totals will be reduced and credited accordingly.
Plant Pick-Up
Easy pick-up system! Plant orders are reserved for you to pick up during Arbor Day weekend, April 27-29. You will be asked to specify a pick-up time slot when placing your order to expedite pick-up efficiency. Please pick up your plants at the scheduled times! Park your car at Thornhill Education Center (Parking Lot 21). Arboretum staff will help transport your plants to your car. If you're unable to come then, ask a friend who's a member to pick them up for you! All orders not picked up by May 18, 2012 will be donated.
Pick-up Time Slots:
Choose from the following pick-up time slots upon ordering.
Friday: 9 a.m.-noon
Friday: noon-3 p.m.
Friday: 3-6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-noon
Saturday: noon-4 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Plant Genius Picks
"Chinese Leptodermis is so new to U.S. horticulture that it doesn't even have a common name. I first encountered this little-known dwarf shrub in 1994 during a seed collecting expedition in the mountains of China. Once the plant flowers it literally doesn't stop until frost. This plant is truly a rarity."
Kris Bachtell, VP of Collections & Facilities
"Experienced horticulturists often plant Three-Flowered Maple in their gardens. This small, graceful tree has beautiful brown-cinnamon bark that exfoliates in long, vertical strips, providing wonderful texture and unique interest in all seasons."
Pete Linsner, Plant Production Manager
"Hellebore—Ivory Prince™ is one of the first perennials to flower in our region! The flowers face upward and are showier than other Hellebores. The green foliage and red stems hold up well under snow and are colorful year-round."
Emily Sommerville, Horticulturist
"The Fringe Tree, with its cloud of white blooms, looks great planted in front of evergreens or a dark background. It definitely will draw the attention of your friends and neighbors."
Gerry Donnelly, President and CEO
Still not sure what to buy? Ask an Expert!
Members ONLY receive plant selection advice from Kunso Kim, Arboretum Head of Collections and Curator, at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 11 in the Visitor Center Sycamore Room. The FREE event includes a plant Q &A session.
Still have questions? Consult our FAQ.