This Side Up

At times I complain about how difficult it is to empty out a package full of plants. Upon arrival, a well-packed box is not easy to unload. After opening a few boxes mishandled by various shipping companies, I changed my grumbling tune to notes of appreciation .

A parcel full of plants came in from a mail order nursery and stood sideways at my door, even though bright red stickers pointed another way up. Fortunately, the nursery packed it soundly and no injury came to its contents. You never know which side actually stays up when these boxes pass through a shipping system.  When the bottom goes up or the sides come down, the little plants may wind up roots to the wind, but first-class packaging means the contents remain intact. 

Cistus Nursery in Oregon  is responsible for this well-packaged box. All the treasures within came out in fine health, with no battered leaves or spilt soil found.