Lichtenfelt Nurseries

I recently purchased 2 variegated Japanese Fatsia (Fatsia japonica ‘Variegata’) about six weeks ago. Both were planted in a shaded garden bed with several other new plants, both planted about 8–10 feet away. All of the other plants, including the twin are doing very well. One particular plant began wilting a few days after planting and has continued to decline. The leaves droop noticeably, even though the soil moisture is consistent with the healthy plants nearby. I recently dug it up to inspect the roots and found a dense mat of very fine white roots circling only the bottom of the root ball, with very few roots extending out the sides into the surrounding soil. I replanted it carefully, but it is still wilted. Based on the photos, do you think this is transplant shock, a root-bound/root establishment issue, or could there be another problem? Would you recommend replacing it, or is there something else I should try first? I did try to use the website to seek advice as well.

This place is amazing, some plants and trees out of my budget but there are still some that I will buy closer to fall!

After a not so stellar experience at a different local nursery, we decided to take the 35 minute drive to Lichenfelt - let me tell you, it is 100% worth it! We were immediately greeted when we walked in by several associates. We decided to just walk around ourselves for a bit before asking us for help. The staff was extremely helpful and provided clear directions and a map (this place is huge!!!). The landscape of the property is gorgeous and there is plenty of shade. We would have stayed for longer if it wasn’t so hot, but we will definitely be back once it cools down a bit to pick out a couple trees for our yard. Amazing staff and selection - skip the rest and head to Lichenfelt!

Everything you could possibly want in a nursery..!

We bought limelight hydrangeas ands far they are doing well. Planted per instructions from staff. They were extremely helpful. I will be buying more plants in the future.