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1/3/25
Visited to look at evergreen selection for upcoming project. Multiple sizes available for each of the 2 evergreen varieties that I was after. The first extremely helpful staff member that I spoke with was working in the tents, and offered to stop her work to show me additional evergreen options to consider. The second staff member was super pleasant, and working on prepping bushes and trees for the cold weather, he alerted me on what he was doing, and made sure that he and I did not get too close at times, so I would not get any spray drift. The third staff member at the checkout was very kind and made sure I was aware of a sale on the pansies that I was buying. I bought a few more (planted all as soon as I got home). These were the best looking pansies that I had seen at any garden center in recent weeks, and now my planters will look good into the spring.
Colesville is where I have gotten most all of my shrubs in recent years. They are easily my first and best choice in Hanover.
Visited to look at evergreen selection for upcoming project. Multiple sizes available for each of the 2 evergreen varieties that I was after. The first extremely helpful staff member that I spoke with was working in the tents, and offered to stop her work to show me additional evergreen options to consider. The second staff member was super pleasant, and working on prepping bushes and trees for the cold weather, he alerted me on what he was doing, and made sure that he and I did not get too close at times, so I would not get any spray drift. The third staff member at the checkout was very kind and made sure I was aware of a sale on the pansies that I was buying. I bought a few more (planted all as soon as I got home). These were the best looking pansies that I had seen at any garden center in recent weeks, and now my planters will look good into the spring.
Colesville is where I have gotten most all of my shrubs in recent years. They are easily my first and best choice in Hanover.
Outstanding selection of healthy plants. But lets be clear. This is a working nursery/farm. NOT an orange/blue box store or retail nursery. It is geared to landscape professionals but also sells retail. Do not expect a typical retail interface. IF you need lots of hand holding, this is not the place for you. If you love plants and love to pick out very specific varieties, Colesville nursery is for you. And they have excellent prices, too!
I spoke with three different employees and all three were friendly and helpful. Great people work here.
When you arrive you MUST pickup a clipboard that includes an order sheet and a map of the nursery. This nursery covers many acres. You drive around to the plant location where your plants you want are located. You select your plant, write down the plant information on your clipboard, and put the plant in your vehicle. A car will work, but a pickup truck, van or SUV would be better. Depends on how large and how many plants you intend to buy. Drive back to the office/store and walk in with your clipboard and order sheet. Leave your plants in the vehicle.
Some tips.
1. Download the list of available plants from their website to your cell phone. It will tell you the name, size, location and price of the plants. The plant location is CRITICAL to finding the plants you want. Trust me, you don't want to walk around through all the green houses and other locations looking for your plants. KNOW THE PLANT LOCATION.
2. Do your homework. Arrive with a list of the plants you want to purchase. Select backups in case they have sold out of your first choice. Know what size you want/need. Plants are often located in different areas based on plant size.
3. Be prepared to get dirty/dusty. Be prepared to load your own plants. But they will try to find someone to assist if you need it. Remember, this is a working nursery/farm; not a retail store. Consider bringing small trash bags or tubs (I used small cement mixing tubs) to contain dirt and water from the containers.
4. Have fun hunting for your plants! Signage and directions are not the best. I drove around quite a bit trying to find the correct location for one of my plants.
Incredible selection of healthy annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees. Considering the tens of thousands of plants, I was impressed that almost every plant was health and in good shape. Plants are well taken care of. I was told most of their plants are grown there or on their farm. Some are brought in from other growers, but most are grown at this family run nursery.
And they have a great selection of large ceramic planters in all shapes and sizes. A little pricey but probably cheaper than most places. I think I am going back for a couple after discussing with the boss. ;-) Fertilizer and soil amendment selection was very good and reasonably priced.
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I spoke with three different employees and all three were friendly and helpful. Great people work here.
When you arrive you MUST pickup a clipboard that includes an order sheet and a map of the nursery. This nursery covers many acres. You drive around to the plant location where your plants you want are located. You select your plant, write down the plant information on your clipboard, and put the plant in your vehicle. A car will work, but a pickup truck, van or SUV would be better. Depends on how large and how many plants you intend to buy. Drive back to the office/store and walk in with your clipboard and order sheet. Leave your plants in the vehicle.
Some tips.
1. Download the list of available plants from their website to your cell phone. It will tell you the name, size, location and price of the plants. The plant location is CRITICAL to finding the plants you want. Trust me, you don't want to walk around through all the green houses and other locations looking for your plants. KNOW THE PLANT LOCATION.
2. Do your homework. Arrive with a list of the plants you want to purchase. Select backups in case they have sold out of your first choice. Know what size you want/need. Plants are often located in different areas based on plant size.
3. Be prepared to get dirty/dusty. Be prepared to load your own plants. But they will try to find someone to assist if you need it. Remember, this is a working nursery/farm; not a retail store. Consider bringing small trash bags or tubs (I used small cement mixing tubs) to contain dirt and water from the containers.
4. Have fun hunting for your plants! Signage and directions are not the best. I drove around quite a bit trying to find the correct location for one of my plants.
Incredible selection of healthy annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees. Considering the tens of thousands of plants, I was impressed that almost every plant was health and in good shape. Plants are well taken care of. I was told most of their plants are grown there or on their farm. Some are brought in from other growers, but most are grown at this family run nursery.
And they have a great selection of large ceramic planters in all shapes and sizes. A little pricey but probably cheaper than most places. I think I am going back for a couple after discussing with the boss. ;-) Fertilizer and soil amendment selection was very good and reasonably priced.
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I planted some berry covered winterberry shrubs and read I needed a male for them to produce again. Trees of Fredericksburg suggested Colesville. I’m new to the area but took the jaunt down to pick me up a shrub. The nursery is something that I have never experienced before. I parked between the two buildings (garden shop & main building I assumed.). I took a walk to see what they had on display. After about 1/2 way around the tents a lady asked how I was doing. She walked me over to where she thought the shrub would be. Not there, she got on her walkie-talkie and got the location…on the other side of the property. I drove toward the area and got a man in a golf cart who slowed down and looked at me suspiciously. I confirmed the location and glad I did. He was a huge help, corrected me and sent me on my way.
What a sight to see. The biggest working nursery I have ever seen. Trucks, flat beds, UTV, driving all around picking up plants.
At this point I feel over my head coming to pick up a plant.
I find my shrubs and there are ribbons on some. I wasn’t for sure if that was an I.d. to reserve or who to credit for the plant. I grab a tall healthy plant and take it back to the main building.
As I unload a nice fella came over to tell me just to leave it. Then I ask what the ribbon meant. Of course it’s a tag for a reservation. I offer to take it back and get another. He kindly offered to go look for the paperwork on it. No paperwork for this shrub providentially and I can purchase it!!!
The trip was quite intimidating for someone like me. I appreciated all the friendly faces driving around and all the help I received from the kind men and women.
I’m pretty sure I’m going to call next time about the blue dwarf irises I want and see how to reserve and pick them up. But thank you everyone for your help and kindness today.
What a sight to see. The biggest working nursery I have ever seen. Trucks, flat beds, UTV, driving all around picking up plants.
At this point I feel over my head coming to pick up a plant.
I find my shrubs and there are ribbons on some. I wasn’t for sure if that was an I.d. to reserve or who to credit for the plant. I grab a tall healthy plant and take it back to the main building.
As I unload a nice fella came over to tell me just to leave it. Then I ask what the ribbon meant. Of course it’s a tag for a reservation. I offer to take it back and get another. He kindly offered to go look for the paperwork on it. No paperwork for this shrub providentially and I can purchase it!!!
The trip was quite intimidating for someone like me. I appreciated all the friendly faces driving around and all the help I received from the kind men and women.
I’m pretty sure I’m going to call next time about the blue dwarf irises I want and see how to reserve and pick them up. But thank you everyone for your help and kindness today.
Great selection of natives and other unique and interesting plants, probably the biggest in the area that I've found so far. The lady who checked us out was also incredibly kind and made the entire shopping experience a pleasure. Will definitely be back here. Thank you!
Colesville has excellent customer service and knowledgeable folks working there. The plant material is healthy, and you can see that they take good care of them.
What a great experience! The staff was very helpful and patient. They are very friendly and knowledgeable. I appreciated their professionalism and energetic demeanor. I would highly recommend them for your nursery and planting needs.
Very friendly and helpful staff. Be sure to check in and get a clipboard and instructions! Large variety of plants and trees. Check online to confirm your selection is in stock, or you can also pre-order. Some pottery and statues are also available. Nice clean restrooms available. I purchased some mint!