Great find and a great friend to have.

That one looks like it has lived in that house for to long.

I am sure the roots will need to be sorted out.

Also sprinkle a little Osmocote on the planting area when finished. It has the look of being nutrient deficient. It should respond with better color and healthier foliage in 4-6 weeks.

Dave

One of the very best conifers, I still dream of having one but don't have the space now. I'm sure you'll derive a lot of pleasure from it. Well bought.

That's some good advice and well appreciated Dave. Got a place picked out, and it goes in the ground tommorow. Scored three great hostas to add to my hosta glade too. Had a tree peoney I really wanted but you got to stop some where

Nice buy!
Please change it's cultivar name in 'De Ruyter'.

Harv,

It's the best time of year for a day off from work without a doubt. :0)

Nice find, 'De Ruyter'. I recently acquired one myself and I know how hard it was to locate one (for me at least), and how happy I was when I did.

Enjoy planting!

Alex

Great color. Looks good contrasting with the greener spruce behind it.

Great buy... whenever I get some spare cash I'l take a trip to one of our local nurseries that offer rare stuff.