Plants That Work In A Sitting Garden
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Plants That Work In A Sitting Garden highlights at a glance!
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Growing Zones
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Instant Retreat With A DIY Sitting Garden by Plant by Number
Need a place to pause, reflect, or unwind outdoors? The Sitting Garden Plant by Number transforms any sunny spot into a peaceful, well-framed haven designed for relaxing, reading, or connecting with nature. Accent a garden bench, add a hammock, or build a quiet corner around a fire pit with this 18 by 9-foot design! Easily giving you structure, color, and soothing movement for year-round enjoyment.
Crafted by landscape architect Katie Weber, this easy-to-follow layout features layers of plants chosen for beauty, texture, and seasonal interest. Flowering shrubs, graceful grasses, bold foliage, and a Japanese Maple centerpiece offer the perfect backdrop to your favorite reading chair, birdwatching perch, or calming water feature. Designed for USDA zones 5 to 8 in full sun, this garden brings harmony and visual comfort to your outdoor space.
What’s Included in the Sitting Garden Plan
This 18-foot by 9-foot layout is perfect for:
- Surrounding a garden bench or swing
- Framing a fire pit, fountain, or birdbath
- Anchoring a hammock area or meditation space
- Adding structure and beauty to a sunny patio or lawn edge
Your downloadable planting plan includes a complete diagram, spacing guide, and care tips so you can build your own outdoor retreat without hiring a designer.
Selected by our experts and shipped by Nature Hills, this inviting, restful garden includes:
- 1 Japanese Maple for rich burgundy foliage, graceful shape, and dappled shade as it matures
- 3 Dwarf Boxwood for low hedges and evergreen structure throughout the seasons
- 2 smaller Spirea for bright blooms and seasonal color
- 3 Forsythia for bold yellow early spring flowers
- 1 Cordyline Grass for a vertical accent with burgundy foliage (annual in cold zones, perennial in zones 8 and up)
- 3 Sedge Grass for graceful texture and movement
- 3 Catmint for soft lavender-blue blooms and fragrance
- 1 Little Bluestem Grass for upright form and fiery fall tones
Selected by our experts and shipped by Nature Hills, this plant palette offers continuous seasonal change, pollinator-friendly flowers, and a visual rhythm that soothes and surrounds your sitting space.
Step by Step: How to Install a Plant by Number Garden
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Pick Your Plan: Once your kit and plants arrive, download the Sitting Garden PDF with diagram, plant list, and care instructions
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Prep Your Site: Clear the area of weeds and grass and define the bed's shape with soft curves or strong lines
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Lay Out the Design: Follow the included diagram to position your plants
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Dig and Plant: Dig holes twice as wide as the pot and plant at the same depth
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Water and Mulch: Water deeply and apply a 3 to 4-inch layer of arborist mulch to retain moisture and block weeds
- Maintain and Enjoy: Follow your guide for pruning, deadheading, and watering, and then sit back and relax in your new favorite spot
Caring for and Maintaining Your Sitting Garden
This restful garden combines easy-care shrubs, grasses, and perennials that require minimal effort to stay beautiful all year.
- Water regularly during the first year using the Finger Test
- Refresh arborist mulch each spring
- Prune Forsythia after blooming in spring, and trim Spirea lightly to shape after flowering
- Trim Catmint after its first flush of blooms to encourage rebloom
- Cut back ornamental grasses like Little Bluestem in late winter
- Japanese Maples need little pruning. Just remove dead or crossing branches in late winter
- Cordyline can be grown in containers and overwintered indoors in zones below 8
A Garden Designed for Stillness
The Sitting Garden by Plant by Number is more than a flower bed. It is an experience. With layered color, structure, movement, and a restful layout, this design creates a beautiful space to slow down and enjoy the outdoors.
When paired with a reading chair, garden bench, water feature, or fire pit, this layout makes your landscape feel like a sanctuary!
Order your Sitting Garden plan today and start planting the peaceful space you’ve been dreaming of. Nature Hills will ship your plants and kit at the proper planting time for your growing zone!
