Mountain Of My Dreams             In the late 1970s, Richard convinced his wife, Sandra, that they should leave their promising professional careers and comfortable suburban lifestyle to start an azalea nursery in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Because the couple had no horticultural training or business experience, few mechanical skills, and absolutely no idea what they were getting themselves into, life got very interesting for them. Richard’s four-book series tells the couple’s colorful story, a story of triumph and despair, of high expectations and harsh reality, and of the people who touched their lives along the way. In the tradition of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s “Little House” series, Mountain of My Dreams shares the true story of one family’s memorable, often remarkable 30-year journey. Much more than just another "back to the land" chronicle, this is a heartwarming tale of a man, a woman, and their belief in each other. If you've ever wondered why the less-traveled road remains less traveled, you need to read their story. Visit the book website here.

Sandra and I would like to thank our many loyal customers and say that it has been a privilege to serve you. Our decision to leave the Maryland suburbs half a lifetime ago and start an azalea nursery was one of the best decisions we ever made. So, it is with real regrets that we decided the time had come to shut down our growing operation. It's been a rewarding and enriching experience, but it is also a great deal of work.

If you are curious about what it is like to build a wholesale nursery from the ground up, care for 30,000 plants & two kids, and maintain a full-time professional career, you might enjoy reading the story of our trip down the less traveled road. The first three books in the series is currently available. (Mountain of My Dreams book series is available at the nursery, at Amazon.com, or through traditional booksellers).

Equipment for Sale

Now that we have permanently closed, we are selling our small polyhouses, containers, ground cover, tractor-mounted sprayer, 12" galvanized spikes, and our low mileage 24' diesel Freightliner delivery truck with air brakes, a sturdy shelving system, and a hydraulic lift.

Get a partial list of items for sale here.