Qualitree Product Guide

PRODUCT GUIDE

Experience a higher level of collaboration.

Qualitree is an innovative propagation nursery & greenhouse operation located in Rosedale, on the outskirts of beautiful Chilliwack, BC. We partner together with our customers -growers across North America- to supply quality plants & trees, as well as industry-leading propagation paperplugs & horticultural tags & packaging through GreenPlugs & Elburg-Smit. Our commitment to ensuring our clients’ success is evident in the way we do business: our customers’ success is our success. You’re also our collaborators, our teachers, our students, & our friends.

We strive to continuously improve with new ideas & processes. We’re all about creative innovation with high-tech machines, new construction, & research & development. But that’s just what we do. Who we are is a bustling community, a team of A-players, working together on the same path. Our diverse team believes in open communication, trust, respect, & hard work. And we have fun and celebrate our wins alongside our partners.

Contact your broker rep from Ball Horticultural, Star Roses & Plants, or Express Seed. Or contact our sales team & we’ll loop in a broker rep.

Join us on our journey of Growing Partnerships & Delivering Excellence. Our website has personalized tools just for you, set up to make working with us easy! Sign up for an account today

Your Creative Partner in Horticulture

Five reasons to choose Elburg-Smit for your tag needs:

1. Guided design with people who understand your horticulture needs

2. 1 variety or 1,000 varieties –same rapid service & combined delivery

3. We care about your brand & apply a cohesive look across all your tags

4. VisionsPictures.com photography included with tag designs –select from the world’s largest botanical image library

5. Option to self manage tags orders through our Elburg Online System (EOS)

Standard Tags

• Choose from 8 of our most popular tag shapes

• Pick your favorite layout from 4 available options, with a choice of 10 colors & 3 font styles using our easy-to-use order request form

• Review, approve proofs, & place your order

• Your entire order is shipped to you in one delivery

Custom Tags

• Tailor your tags: Select from our extensive die-cut catalogue or discover how we can produce new custom shapes for you

• Show what makes your brand unique: Go above & beyond with additional tag shapes that capture the attention of your buying audience

• Bring your vision to life: Enhance your marketing efforts & show off your brand personality with unique designs

SmartCups® & Pot Wraps

• Alternative to plastic deco pots or mylar; quick & easy to apply

Order Minimums

Quantity of 40,000 - 100,000 pieces depending on tag sizes and customization

For our team to provide a customized service, a minimum order value applies; please ask us for details

• Enhance consumer value with deco options to showcase your brand’s look & feel or create a seasonal retail display

• Fully customizable with patterns, fonts, colors, graphics, logos, & messaging

Let’s Get Started: Contact your Ball or Star Rep or reach our team at tags@qualitree.com

Distinctly consistent, like a fine cigar

Rapid rooting · Custom substrates · better drainage

Our top 10 reasons to choose GreenPlugs:

1. Optimal moisture: arriving with 70% moisture, giving you an instant advantage & efficient water distribution

2. Time & money saved with shorter crop cycles & rapid rooting; up to 15% faster than others

3. Uniform shape & consistent quality in every batch for even growth

4. Tailored trays for better air pruning, easy transplanting, & automation

5. Custom substrates for any crop & expert consultation

6. Consistently high success rates

7. Ready-to-use, pre-dibbled plugs for easy sticking

8. Stable structure with more soil in each plug, enabled by our unique, cigar-inspired filling machines

9. 100% dust-free plugs from Swedish block-cut peat; capillaries stay open for optimal water & airflow, without fallout & mud pooling

10. Exclusive, ultra-permeable plug mesh = healthy, hairy roots have plenty of room to grow out quickly

Manufactured in Holland. Distributed in North America by exclusively through

Standard Tray Sizes

60-Cell with GreenPlug

72-Cell with GreenPlug

84-Cell with GreenPlug

102-Cell with GreenPlug

104-Cell with GreenPlug

144-Cell with GreenPlug

180-Cell with GreenPlug

200-Cell with GreenPlug

Order Minimums

1 full pallet; Smaller trial quantities available

Plug Sizes

Diameters:

13 - 29 mm (0.51” - 1.14”)

Lengths:

30 - 50 mm (1.18” - 1.97”)

Ask us about tailored tray, plug size, substrate, and dibble options

GreenPlugs are available in diameters from 13 to 29 mm and lengths from 30 to 50 mm, with or without dibble (customized dibble options are available).

Substrates are customized to the type of plant and growing method used. To ensure your growing success, our teams can help develop a tray to best accommodate your plant varieties and needs.

Upgrade / Deco Options

Flocking

Mixed Trays

Order Parameters

Retail Ready Plants

3 rack minimum shipment

Minimum per item = 1 shelf

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment.

For Fall/Christmas items with upgrades or deco added, a 6 rack minimum applies. Availability of upgrades are only guaranteed on orders confirmed by July 15.

Custom upgrades are available on orders of 26 racks or more, if ordered by July 15.

Young Plants

Plug minimum shipment = 1 rack

Order multiples = 1/2 shelf

Sizes 4”+ = 1 rack minimum

Order multiples = 1 shelf

6” plastic pot White

4” plastic pots Red or White

Mylar Wraps Red, Green or Kraft

LEMON CYPRESS

CUPRESSUS MACROCARPA ‘GOLDCREST WILMA’

A CHRISTMAS PROGRAM CLASSIC!

• Coniferous, Evergreen

• Tree form, upright habit

• USDA Zone: 7-10

• Fresh, citrusy lemon scent

• Vibrant color

• Elegant, conical shape

• Perfect for planters or as a stand-alone

• Deco options available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

72 Plug Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

6” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

72 Plug: 5,184 per rack, 576 per shelf

4” pot size: 600 per rack, 120 per shelf

6” pot size: 256 per rack, 64 per shelf (without trays)

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

72 Plug minimum shipment = 1 rack

4” minimum shipment = 3 racks

4” minimum shipment with upgrades (pot covers or flocking) = 6 racks

6” minimum shipment = 13 racks (ask us for details)

Order multiple for 72 Plug = 1/2 shelf

Order multiple for 4” & 6” sizes = 1 full shelf

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

RR, 2023: Week 39 - Week 50

YP: Multiple shipping windows to suit your finish date

EURO CYPRESS

CHAMAECYPARIS LAWSONIANA ‘ELLWOODII’

A CHRISTMAS PROGRAM CLASSIC!

• Coniferous, Evergreen

• Tree form, upright habit

• USDA Zone: 5-8

• Long-lasting indoors

• Perfect for planters or deco upgrades

• Deco options & flocking available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

105 Plug Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

105 Plug: 9,240 per rack, 840 per shelf

4” pot size: 600 per rack, 120 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (RR)

Minimum shipment with upgrades (pot covers or flocking) = 6 racks

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (RR)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

RR, 2023: Week 38 - Week 50

YP, 2024: Week 19 - Week 22

Ready to explore Euro Cypress? Contact your broker rep or reach our team at sales@qualitree.com

WINTERGREEN

GAULTHERIA PROCUMBENS

A CHRISTMAS PROGRAM CLASSIC!

• Ericaceous, Evergreen

• Groundcover, mounding habit

• USDA Zone: 3-9

• Long-lasting indoors

• Full plants with high berry count

• Deco options available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

72 Plug Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

6” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

72 Plug: 8,064 per rack, 576 per shelf

4” pot size: 960 per rack, 120 per shelf

6” pot size: 256 per rack, 54 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (RR)

Minimum shipment with upgrades (pot covers or flocking) = 6 racks

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (RR)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

RR, 2023: Week 36 - Week 50

YP, 2024: Week 07 - Week 18

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ALBERTA SPRUCE

PICEA GLAUCA ‘CONICA’

A CHRISTMAS PROGRAM CLASSIC!

• Coniferous, Evergreen

• Tree form, upright habit

• USDA Zone: 2-6

• Perfect, conical shape

• Cold-hardy enough to display outdoors

• Excellent in mixed planters or as a stand-alone

• Deco options & flocking available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

4” Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

6” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

4” pot size (YP): 720 per rack, 120 per shelf

4” pot size (RR): 600 per rack, 120 per shelf

6” pot size: 192 per rack, 48 per shelf

6” pot size: 452 per crate (only compatible for bare grow pots; no deco upgrades applied)

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 3 racks

Minimum shipment with upgrades (pot covers or flocking) = 6 racks

Order multiple for both sizes = 1 full shelf/crate

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

THUJA

Qualitree’s 30+ years of producing the finest Arb inputs results in amazing cookie-cutter quality –second to none!

These varieties offer unmatched versatility & dependability for you & your customers

128 Plug – shipped 1,024 per shelf, 11,364 per rack

4” – shipped 2,000 per pallet spot

#1 – shipped 452 per pallet spot

#2 – shipped 150 per pallet spot

#5 – shipped 75 per pallet spot

‘JANTAR’

4” – shipped 2,000 per pallet spot #1 – shipped 452 per pallet spot

‘SKYBOUND’

4” – shipped 2,000 per pallet spot #1 – shipped 452 per pallet spot

Extreme cold hardiness (USDA Zone 3-7)

4” – shipped 2,000 per pallet spot

#1 – shipped 452 per pallet spot

#2 – shipped 150 per pallet spot

#5 – shipped 75 per pallet spot

4” – shipped 2,000 per pallet spot #1 – shipped 452 per pallet spot

‘EMERALD GREEN’

‘GREEN GIANT’

‘LITTLE GIANT’

GOLDEN MOP

CHAMAECYPARIS PISIFERA FILIFERA ‘GOLDEN MOP’

A FALL PROGRAM CLASSIC!

• Coniferous, Evergreen

• Shrub form, mounding habit

• USDA Zone: 4-8

• Vibrant golden color

• Low-lying, distinctive form

• Great addition to planter programs or for landscapes

Sizes Available

4” Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

4” YP: 1500 per rack, 120 per shelf

4” RR: 960 per rack, 120 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 3 racks

Order multiple = 1 full shelf

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

RR, 2023: Week 38 - Week 50 YP, 2023/2024: Week 38 (2023) - Week 20 (2024)

HEATHER

‘DARLEY DALE’

‘EVA GOLD’

‘KRAEMERS RED’

‘WHITE PERFECTION’

A SPLASH OF WINTERTIME COLOR

• Ericaceous, Evergreen

• Mounding, Shrub

• USDA Zone: 6-8

• Perfect for adding color & texture to mixed containers

• Versatile option for planting up into larger retail sizes

Sizes Available

128 Plug Young Plant

50 Plug Young Plant

4” Pre-Finished

1NC Pre-Finished

Racking Configurations

128 Plug size: 14,336 per rack, 1,024 per shelf

50 Plug size: 4,400 per rack, 400 per shelf

4” pot size: 840 per rack, 120 per shelf

1NC pot size: 336 per rack, 48 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (PF)

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (PF)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

PF, 2023: Week 38 - Week 45

YP, 2024: Week 18 - Week 21

Want to hear more about heather? Contact your broker rep or reach our team at sales@qualitree.com

CALLUNA

BUD BLOOMERS

VARIETIES AVAILABLE IN RED, PINK, PURPLE & WHITE

A POP OF FALL COLOR!

• Ericaceous, Evergreen

• Shrub, upright habit

• USDA Zone: 4-10

• Eye-catching seasonal alternative to Chrysanthemums

• Add texture & color in mixed planters

• Deco options available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

128 Plug Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

128 Plug: 14,336 per rack, 1,024 per shelf

4” pot size: 840 per rack, 120 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (RR)

Minimum shipment with upgrades (pot covers/ wraps) = 6 racks

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (RR)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

RR, 2023: Week 34 - Week 39

YP, 2024: Week 17 - Week 20

HYDRANGEA

VARIOUS MACROPHYLLA VARIETIES AVAILABLE; ASK US FOR DETAILS!

LONG-BLOOMING CLASSICS

• Heavily-branched dormant liners

• USDA Zone: 5-9; depending on variety

• We bring you varieties that are naturally compact & require little to no PGR application

• Finish a premium patio or garden hydrangea with a single input shift!

• 3 gallon (or larger) pot with a single 6” dormant liner input with 10+ canes

• For 2 gallon or lighter 3 gallon shifts, we have a 6-9 cane option

Sizes Available

6” DORMANT LINERS available with 6-9 canes or 10+ canes

Availability Dates

2024: Week 02 - Week 06

Hyped

DIANTHUS

‘I LOVE U’

‘KAHORI®’

‘PINK KISSES®’

‘VIVID CHERRY CHARM’

CAPITAN™ SERIES

DIADEUR™ SERIES

BRIGHTEN YOUR SPRING LINE-UP

• Blooming Perennial, Shrub

• USDA Zone 4-8

• Abundant, fragrant blooms

• The perfect follow-up to early spring bloomers

• Bulked-up, bud-heavy plugs

• Cookie-cutter quality

• Plug size offers versatile planting configurations to suit your ideal finished retail size

Sizes Available

72 Plug Young Plant

Racking Configurations

8,064 per EZ rack, 576 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf

Availability Dates

Multiple shipping windows available

LAVENDER - SPANISH

‘ANOUK’

‘ANOUK DARK PURPLE’

‘ANOUK DEEP ROSE’

‘ANOUK PURPLE CROWN’

‘ANOUK PURPLE FLARE’

‘ANOUK TWILIGHT’

SPRING’S MOST POPULAR CROP

• Woody Perennial

• Shrub form

• USDA Zone: 7-9

• Fragrant purple flowers topped with showy purple petal-like bracts

• Perfect for Mother’s Day programs & planters

• Deco options available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

98 Plug Young Plant

50 Plug Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

9” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

98 Plug: 10,976 per rack, 784 per shelf

50 Plug: 4,400 per rack, 400 per shelf

4” pot size: 840 per rack, 120 per shelf

9” pot size: 125 per rack, 25 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (RR)

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (RR)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

Multiple shipping windows available; please inquire based on your required finish dates

Ready to leap into lavender? Contact your broker rep or reach our team at sales@qualitree.com

LAVENDER - FRENCH

‘THE PRINCESS’

LAVINNOVA® ‘HOT PINK’

LAVINNOVA® ‘INTENSE PURPLE’

LAVINNOVA® ‘LILAC SENSATION’

SPRING’S MOST POPULAR CROP

• Woody Perennial

• Shrub form

• USDA Zone: 5-10

• These varieties show off with flags in hues of purple & pink

• Classically beautiful as a stand-alone or paired with other seasonal favorites

• Deco options available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

98 Plug Young Plant

50 Plug Young Plant

4” Retail Ready

9” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

98 Plug: 10,976 per rack, 784 per shelf

50 Plug: 4,400 per rack, 400 per shelf

4” pot size: 840 per rack, 120 per shelf

9” pot size: 125 per rack, 25 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (RR)

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (RR)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

Multiple shipping windows available; please inquire based on your required finish dates

LAVENDER - ENGLISH

‘ESSENCE PURPLE’ ‘HIDCOTE BLUE’

LAVENIZE ‘SILVER FOREVER’

SPRING’S MOST POPULAR CROP

• Woody Perennial

• Shrub form

• USDA Zone: 5-10

• Uniform, dense green aromatic foliage

• Blooming with long-lasting colorful flower spikes in hues of purple

• Classically beautiful as a stand-alone or paired with other seasonal favorites

• Deco options available for a cohesive look & added consumer value

Sizes Available

50 Plug Young Plant

9” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

50 Plug size: 4,400 per rack, 400 per shelf

9” pot size: 100 per rack, 25 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (RR)

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (RR)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

Multiple shipping windows available; please inquire based on your required finish dates

LAVENDER - MEERLO

A STRIKING NEW ADDITION TO OUR LAVENDER LINE-UP!

• Woody Perennial

• Shrub form

• USDA Zone: 8-9

• Free-branching foliage

• Serrated, grey-green leaves with creamcolored margins are the focal point

• Light blue flowers on long, wiry stems are only an accent

• Great for texture & contrast in landscaping

Sizes Available

50 Plug Young Plant

Racking Configurations

50 Plug: 4,400 per rack, 400 per shelf

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 1 rack (Plugs) / 3 racks (RR)

Order multiple = 1/2 shelf (Plugs) / 1 full shelf (RR)

Several products can be combined to reach the 3 rack minimum shipment

Availability Dates

Multiple shipping windows available; please inquire based on your required finish dates

LAVENDER PATIO TREE

‘ANOUK’

LIMITED ADDITIONAL VARIETIES AVAILABLE

AN EYE-CATCHING TWIST ON THE CLASSIC LAVENDER SHRUB!

• Woody Perennial

• Tree form

• USDA Zone: 7-9

• A beautiful gift –these are a favorite for retailers at Mother’s Day

• Full retail package available, including deco pot, picture tag, & 3-pack clear tray, shipped with your inputs

Sizes Available

6” Young Plant

6” Pre-Finished

6” Retail Ready

Racking Configurations

6” Young Plant: 333 per EZ rack

6” Pre-Finished: 333 per EZ rack

6” Retail Ready: 144 per EZ rack

Note: Racking varies based on plant stage & height at time of shipping

Minimums & Multiples

Minimum shipment = 3 racks

Order multiple = 1 full shelf

Availability Dates

Young Plant, 2023/24: Week 36 - Week 04

Pre-Finished, 2023/24: Week 43 - Week 04

Retail Ready, 2024: Week 13 - Week 24

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