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TheTreeCenter has a rating of 2.68 stars from 198 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about TheTreeCenter most frequently mention customer service, local nursery, and gallon pot problems. TheTreeCenter ranks 8th among Trees sites.

  • Service
    34
  • Value
    36
  • Shipping
    34
  • Returns
    24
  • Quality
    36
Positive reviews (last 12 months): 30%
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  • We would definitely purchase from The Tree Center again.

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Top Positive Review

“Order of crepe myrtle bushes.”

Douglas T.
2/9/24

The pink dazzle crepe myrtle plants were beautiful, where as the white dazzle plants were very brittle and many tiny limbs were in the box. I hope they live.

Top Critical Review

“Horrible shrubs, terrible customer service!”

Debra C.
4/9/24

I ordered red twig dogwoods and rhododendron from the Tree Center. Every one was pot bound and weed/moss infested!

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Thumbnail of user debrac1013
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
April 9th, 2024

I ordered red twig dogwoods and rhododendron from the Tree Center. Every one was pot bound and weed/moss infested!

Tip for consumers:
Terrible plants! Don’t purchase here!

Products used:
Tried to plant, they died. The gave a credit for some of the purchase, now I’m fighting warranty

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Thumbnail of user craigc1009
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 29th, 2023
Verified purchase

The 2 trees I paid nearly $300 for are merely twigs about the thickness of a pencil. I called and left a message as well as sent an email
No call back just an email that said basically I got what I ordered and I could pay to return them but no refund. Just a store credit. These might be considered trees in 10 years. I'm turning them into VISA and Meta for fraud to get me money back.

Tip for consumers:
Scam

Products used:
Supposedly trees

Thumbnail of user kathleenh814
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
November 11th, 2023

The 6' Thuja Green Giant arrived in nice packaging. Very healthy looking and easy to plant.
Liked the root stimulator that was included too.

Thumbnail of user domg24
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 5th, 2023
Verified purchase

DO NOT purchase anything from this company. I just received my order today (part of it anyway) and every single plant I ordered has holes in every leaf. I reached out to customer service, this was their reply verbatim:
TL:DR: I was sent plants that were literally diseased from the get go. They knowingly sent them to me and then have not only denied even a replacement, but have gone so far as to try and tell me how to treat the plants. The ones they sent me. That were diseased (photos attached).
Thank you for those photos! I'm happy to say that this is not insect damage. From the photos sent so far, it does appear to be a minor case of Shot Hole. Below I will leave some information on how to go about combatting this.
"Shot hole is a common bacterial disease on 'Otto Luyken', 'Zabal' and 'Schip' laurel plants. The disease's name is descriptive of the symptoms: it looks like someone shot the shrub with a shotgun!
Wet leaves seem to make the disease worse, so make sure not to water your plants from overhead. If your shrubs are very close together or near a wall that prevents leaf drying, prune them to enhance air flow.
The fungicide/bactericide Mancozeb or products containing fixed copper are effective against Shot Hole if you choose to spray a pesticide."
Ultimately this condition is purely cosmetic as it does not affect the health of your plants and is fairly easily gotten rid as long as the effected leaves are removed and the plants are not watered from overhead.
While we are unable to replace these plants, I certainly understand the disappointment and would like to offer a credit worth 15% of your affected order total for a future order should you choose to place one

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Thumbnail of user bettyburton2010
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 17th, 2023
Verified purchase

When I opened the box and took the tree out the leaves were all curled up and some of the leaves were eaten by insects then I noticed a leaf with something fuzzy in it with tiny black eggs the tree cost $119.and return shipping was$109.plus tax so buyers beware

Thumbnail of user sushants19
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 9th, 2023

I bought 2 Sand Cherry trees and one Red Obselik European Beech Tree. Red Obselik arrived and leaves were dry and falling. After 2/3 weeks of planting it did not recover and no new leaf came. I contacted TheTreeCenter and they said to do the scratch test and if it is not dry then it will come out next year. This year the tree is completely dead. When I contacted they told me it is past 30 days warranty period so they can not do anything. What a dishonest group of people!

Tip for consumers:
Buy the one-year return no matter what. This is the 2nd time a tree ordered online from thetreecenter has died. It does not happen with others.

Products used:
The most costly of trees died.

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Thumbnail of user jamesk1937
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
August 6th, 2023

Second time doing business! Best varieties to choose from…….quality condition upon arrival! My yard is thriving with trees everywhere! Can't wait for maturity should be awesome!

Tip for consumers:
Best selection and quality that doesn’t exist when purchased elsewhere! The price is right and delivery right to your doorstep! Easy!

Products used:
I’ve planted 8 trees and they’re all doing great! I added fertilizer and the probiotics from your recommendations.

Thumbnail of user ryanh1474
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 4th, 2023
Verified purchase

Ordered 10 Italian Cypress trees. Quoted size was incorrect, trees came in cardboard box bent, damages etc. 5 of the 10 died once planted and they refuse to replace. GO ELSEWHERE

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Trees

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Thumbnail of user davel827
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
August 11th, 2022

Packaged was great well packed. Prices were great. Love the bundle offers get more for a better price was great. Shipping took a little longer than normal. But not sure on you guys shipping since this was my first order. But got here safe and I will be ordering again. As soon as stock of dogwoods get back in. Love convenient of shopping on line and after pay is great also.

Tip for consumers:
If your looking for great product in trees bushes or anything green. They got it.

Products used:
Crepe myrtles and insurance in case they die. Great offers

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Thumbnail of user bh468
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 24th, 2022

I ordered a pyracantha from tatter Center. Which was well into the process of dying upon its arrival. I planted it as directed, watered it according to directions, as well. It was dead within a week. I turned in a request for a new plant and told I did not but insurance so they couldn't help me. Note this was within 15 days of purchase. $100 down the drain. I'll never buy or recommend Tree Center. I've bought from them in the past and pay a premium, but this is so disappointing.

Tip for consumers:
They wouldn’t send quality product

Products used:
Pyracantha shrub

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Thumbnail of user jl877
1 review
1 helpful vote
May 13th, 2023

This company advertises lightening fast shipping. Placed my order on Tuesday. It's now Saturday and haven't heard a word. I've tried calling since yesterday-multiple times- cannot get a human and do get various voice mails instructions. I've tried the chat that they say is available 24/7. In fact, there is no response whatsoever on their chat and I've messaged multiple times two days in a row! SUCH BUNK! I suggest going to Fast Growing Trees. I ordered there and they have shipped quickly!

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Not yet received.

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Thumbnail of user samuell568
1 review
0 helpful votes
November 4th, 2022

I ordered two tulip poplars saplings in October and they came well packaged. They were leafed out and We planted them along our driveway. Have been keeping them well watered. Sprayed them with deer repellent as we have problems with deer. He they make it through the winter.

We planted one in our yard 25 years ago and it is now over 30 feet tall with excellent shape and bright yellow leaves in the fall. It was a good choice in full sun.

Tip for consumers:
Good product for the money.

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yellow poplar tree

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Thumbnail of user hansenstuart7
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 28th, 2023

The 'Tree Center', located in Maryland, sends dead and dying trees to customers, and any customer service is almost nonexistent and requires long waits.

Tip for consumers:
Customer Service is almost nonexistent and requires long wait times for any representative to answer.

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Pink Dogwood Tree

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Thumbnail of user justing625
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 25th, 2022
Verified purchase

Recently purchased an apple tree for $120 on site when it arrived it was covered in scab. I tried treating infection but it completely covers Tree. After asking for refund I was told I didn't purchase one year policy so since it's been 45 days not 30 they will do nothing. Look at photos is this a healthy tree as promised. Sadly I will purchase from the many other companies that automatically guarantee their products, ship healthy trees, and not try to quote small print on their refund policy to avoid providing a honest product

Tip for consumers:
Shop elsewhere. For price better refund and same trees at other sites

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Thumbnail of user donb733
1 review
2 helpful votes
June 22nd, 2021

Absolutely NO replacement offered for two poor quality looking trees.
I sent three sets of photos -as they requested them 3 times. Finally today I asked for the replacement trees and they said NO- they were NOT bad enough to replace!
Lost a customer for LIFE. In addition, I have a family of 8 brothers and sisters that have all started landscaping their homes!

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two trees that were not damaged out of 4

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Thumbnail of user Sb2232
1 review
1 helpful vote
May 17th, 2023
Verified purchase

They send diseased plants and tell you they'll be fine then after the thirty day period refuse to acknowledge that the plants are diseased and dying. Their response is here's a 20% off coupon for purchasing more dying plants in the future.

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Chestnut Hill Cherry Laurels

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Thumbnail of user ckearney883
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 8th, 2023
Verified purchase

Our purchase arrived quick but our three larger plants were drastically smaller than pictured and our small plants were covered in weeds. I would not recommend to use this company. I will certainly not be.

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Thumbnail of user stevec2068
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 14th, 2022

I suggest buy nothing. Spent over a grand holly trees don't make it less than a year and I get a discount for future purchase. Don't buy from this company over 36 dead trees and get nothing stay away I'm headed to NH better business with them. They are more in selling insurance versus a quality product. STAY AWAY and please shop local and don't make the mistake I did. I lost all respect for them. Keep in mind I sold retail for 47 years and would have never expected this from them, not a respectable company in my opinion. Yes I gave them an option to assist me but they opted to discuss my lack of insurance on their what I now call a scam. DO Not BUY

Thumbnail of user john.dangelo.75
1 review
1 helpful vote
June 26th, 2023

I ordered multiple Patriot blueberry bushes from Tree Center. The next day, and before the order was shipped, I found the same bushes for less than half the price at Lowes. However, Tree Center is not open on the weekend so I submitted a ticket and called first thing on Monday morning. However, they will not cancel an order without a 20% fee even before shipping. I understand charging a fee once it has been shipped but otherwise this is poor customer service. There is no way I will be using this site again.

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Thumbnail of user bobm1314
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 5th, 2022

First let me say the packing and shipping was A1 quality. However what was in the boxes, four Grape Crape Myrtle was pure junk. They were in #3 containers and had three to five stems about 12-15" tall. Being in the nursery/landscape business for over fifty years, we destroyed plants of better quality. The price was totally outrageous for plants we received. We will never again order from this company and show pictures of the plants to all of my many nursery Friends throughout the country. Bob M Ornamental Horticulturist Purdue U

Thumbnail of user dianea385
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 4th, 2020

I love this brand. I've purchased A LOT of trees and shrubs this past month and they all arrived quickly (within a week via fed x), very nicely packaged and without much damage to the plant. And their website is great! Easy to navigate with good photography. Have already been recommending them to my friends. All my trees/shrubs are planted and have received some good soaking rains and are ready for winter with a good coat of mulch. See ya in the spring!

Thumbnail of user sergeiv12
1 review
0 helpful votes
November 1st, 2021
Verified purchase

I ordered 2 emerald green (more than $200) and both plants are sick and died in 2 weeks.

I asked if they can do a refund or replacement, but apparently, Rachel from Customer Service said I had to buy an optional 1-year warranty. Instead, she offered a discount for the next purchase. No, thanks.

Thumbnail of user tomt1120
1 review
2 helpful votes
May 10th, 2023

Unethical tactics. If you order something and want to cancel it a moment later they WILL charge you 20% AND nothing was packed or done yet its moments later! Scam artists. Trees are usually in poor shape
Or dying. SAFE YOURSELF SOME HEADACHES. Dont buy here. RIP OFF

Tip for consumers:
Rip off scam artists

Products used:
None cancelled order moments later , and they still charged me anyway. supervisor didnt car on phone.

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Thumbnail of user janeti574
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
August 26th, 2022
Verified purchase

I purchased a Japanese tree called Koto No Ito Japanese Maple. The photograph on the site is beautiful. I received something that looked like a spindly, sparse and half dead item. It looked like Charlie Brown's Christmas tree! Maybe the name should be No Is Japanese Maple. Very unhappy and I have requested a refund.

Tip for consumers:
Don't buy a tree from the internet!

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Tree

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Thumbnail of user jilianm2
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 2nd, 2022

Awful experience! I ordered 9 Hetz Midget Arborvitaes. I had called and spoken with a member of the support team prior to placing the order to ensure I got the size I needed. I was told to expect them to be a minimum of 10-12" up to 13-15". The plants that arrived were 5"; they were half the size than what I was told I would receive. I reached out to the "customer support" team and that's when an already bad experience got worse. I was told by two managers there was nothing they could do - even though it was someone from their company who gave me incorrect advice. I would never recommed anyone I know to order from this company again!

Tip for consumers:
Don’t trust any size guidance provided by the company. The customer service is awful. The company boasts about a 30 day refund policy but the refund is ONLY a store credit AND the returns are at the customers expense.

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Plants - Arborvitaes

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