The scoop on 'Silver Star Vinery'

Company Profile   Mailing Address: 31805 NE Clearwater Drive Yacolt, Washington 98675 (United States) Categories: Plants: Clematis Click here to send email to Silver Star Vinery Click here to visit Silver Star Vinery's website Recent reviews: Past month Past 6 Months Past 12 Months Positive 2 14 19 Neutral 0 0 0 Negative 0 0 0

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Rating Author Content Positive Rajl (4 reviews) On September 18, 2008, Rajl East Providence, RI (Zone 6b) wrote: I am extremely demanding of the nurseries from which I purchase plants. I am happy to say that Silver Star Vinery is a first class, ~independent~ clematis nursery from which I definitely plan to order from again. I ordered a 'Barbara Harrington' and a 'Jackmanii' and was sent extremely healthy plants with (most importantly) a very well established, vigorous root system for planting this Fall season. Shipping was very fast and the plants were nicely packaged. They are now flourishing above ground and I am confident that they are establishing themselves below for winter. I had ordered a 'Purpurea Plena Elegans' clematis from another online nursery in the past and these Silver Star plants were far superior to what I received from them. Silver Star offers an extraordinary selection of Clematis cultivars and a wealth of clematis information online. You will deal personally with a very pleasant nursery owner who is extremely knowledgeable, loves Clematis and clearly wants people to enjoy these plants for themselves. Positive cindy_l (1 review) On September 15, 2008, cindy_l Sunnyvale, CA wrote: I ordered my first ever clematis from Debbie at Silver Star Vinery on 8/16/08 (Claire De Lune and Niobe). They arrived promptly and I followed Debbie's planting and watering instructions carefully. As Debbie predicted, the plants lost a few leaves immediately after planting (the 100 degree heat wave didn't help) but one month later they are both thriving! I'm amazed at the new growth and vigor! They are already well on their way up the trellis. This was my first experience ordering plants online and I'm 100% satisfied. Positive AnnieJo (1 review) On June 29, 2008, AnnieJo (Annie ) in Austin, TX (Zone 8a) wrote: As a new clematis gardener, I really appreciate when someone takes the time to answer my questions. I know companies must get the same questions time after time, but Debbie answered each one of them completely and quite often with humor. The plants have been in amazing shape when I receive them with great root systems. Although I am new to clematis, I am not new to ordering plants via the mail and these are way above average! I have ordered three sets of plants from her and I will continue to order more. Positive keelybird57 (3 reviews) On June 28, 2008, keelybird57 Aurora, IL wrote: I received 4 clematis a week ago. All were in fine shape and after one week, all are showing signs of new growth. The communication and directions for care were thorough, which as a novice, I really appreciated. This was an all-round great experience! Positive amee2828 (2 reviews) On June 26, 2008, amee2828 Hyde Park, NY wrote: I ordered a clemetis last year from Debbie and she sent me an extra for no additional cost which was greatly appreciated. Both plants arrived with very good root systems. One is doing great - thriving even in a mostly shady spot. The other is not doing as well but that is owing entirely to the poor sites I have selected (we recently moved so I wasn't sure what plants would be appearing this spring and large plants kept popping up around the clemetis and choking it out). I've had to move it several times and still the little guy just keeps on growing back. I would not hesitate to recommend ordering from Silver Star and look forward to ordering from them again myself! Positive DaysDawning (1 review) On June 25, 2008, DaysDawning Napoleon, OH wrote: Absolutely wonderful dealings with Diane from start to end, The plants arrived in exceptional quality and they are thriving quite nicely, given a few more weeks I know there's gonna be beautiful colors amidst our gardens. Will definatley order again. Outstanding service and products. Positive vasue (2 reviews) On June 25, 2008, vasue Charlottesville, VA wrote: World Class!!! Absolutely delighted with the huge, happy, healthy plants and the smart, funny, dedicated gardener who grows them to such perfection. No greenhouse whimps here who faint out in the garden. Debbie calls these "ghetto clems". "They know about bugs, rain, snow, wind, strong sun. They have done it all already. Not this sheltered greenhouse life for them." So true! These are strong plants vibrant with growth. Discovered Silver Star Vinery from the rave reviews here. A week of emails honing my choices & 8 plants shipped out to arrive on my doorstep cross-country two days later. They look like they came from next door - fresh & moist & heavy. The shipping is incredibly low - $10 priority mail for a flat rate box that holds 2 plants of this heft & quality. The Buy 3 get 1 Free sale currently running means that 2 of these 8 plants came for just the $10 total to mail them. And such superb plants! I didn't think I could find clems like these for love or money. Debbie's love, and her mother's, shine in these clems. One of the 8 she didn't cut back, trusting me to do so. Sixteen open blooms on three two-foot stems unfurled from their damp newspaper wrap to make my heart beat double-time. My husband even forgave my clem indulgence when he saw that beauty! Thank you! to all the generous gardeners who led me to Silver Star Vinery. Silver Star gets all gold stars from me! Positive flowerluvr (4 reviews) On May 29, 2008, flowerluvr Bourbon, IN (Zone 5a) wrote: WOW! I ordered 4 clematis from Debbie, and found the communication great. The plants arrived and I couldn't believe the size-just awesome. By far, the best looking mail order plants I've ever gotten. I'm sure I'll be ordering from her again in the future......just as soon as I figure out where to put more clematis! Thanks, Debbie! Positive roybird (1 review) On May 16, 2008, roybird Santa Fe, NM wrote: My first order from Silver Star arrived today in perfect condition. The root balls on the two clematis I bought are bigger than my head! I appreciated the detailed planting and care instructions on their website. Positive diamond123 (1 review) On May 16, 2008, diamond123 Toledo, OH (Zone 5b) wrote: WoW! my plants just arrived and am I amazed at the root ball. I have been buying clematis for a few years and Debbie at silver star vinery is the best so far. You can't go wrong ordering from this nursery. Now I will be ordering more. Thanks Debbie! a wonderful experience doing business with you. Diamond Dan Positive tpeterson (2 reviews) On May 4, 2008, tpeterson Lakeville, MA wrote: I ordered two clematis from this company and was amazed at the extensive root system! I can't wait to see them grow and will never order clematis from anyone else! I love the personal touch from Debbie's e-mails. Positive figaro52 (22 reviews) On May 1, 2008, figaro52 Oak Lawn, IL (Zone 5a) wrote: I ordered a Comtesse de Bouchaud on Monday and received it on Wednesday -- nearly 2000 miles away! Excellent service! This was my second time ordering from Debbie at Silver Star. The vine had a huge root ball -- even larger than the ones I ordered last fall. The green was very healthy with no signs of stress. It's so refreshing to know that there's a real person at the other end who takes good care of both her customers and her vines! Thank you, Debbie! Positive DigMontana (4 reviews) On April 30, 2008, DigMontana Libby, MT (Zone 4b) wrote: I ordered some clematis from Silver Star Vinery last year and was so happy with the plants that I ordered more this spring. I recieved my clematis today and they were excellent. I recieved my plants two days after recieving email that they were on there way. I'm impressed with the great root system on these clematis. The plants were also very healthy. Positive BeaHive (3 reviews) On April 16, 2008, BeaHive Silverton, OR wrote: I have never been happier to see a company who actually has fantastic customer service & beautiful,healthy clematis! Wow! Debbie has been so considerate by sending e-mails to advise on my order. The first two arrived the next day. I was so surprised. The plants were safely packaged and arrive in fantastic shape. They were very large with a heathy root system. I would recommend this company for the customer service alone...not to forget Debbie. Wonderful! An A+ in my book... Positive digigirl (10 reviews) On April 6, 2008, digigirl Sugar Land, TX (Zone 9a) wrote: Debbie was very responsive and gave me lots of information about growing clematis in addition to communicating about my order. I ordered two vines and they both arrived exactly when she said they would, very well packaged and in great condition. Amazing, well-developed root systems! One even has a bud on it! I planted them per her directions and they both appear super healthy and ready to grow. Can't wait to see the blooms. I will definitely purchase from Silver Star again and would recommend them to anyone wanting to further their Clematis addiction. Positive Ice_Angel (3 reviews) On February 11, 2008, Ice_Angel wrote: I have ordered several Clematis from Debbie. They have all had the healthiest, most massive root systems I have ever seen with healthy, thick, multiple stems. She trims them back before shipping to ensure they produce even more stems after they are planted. Several of her Clematis have bloomed twice for me the same year they were planted, grew up 5 and 6 foot fences and vined over into my roses, truly a spectacular sight. I even had one that I let scramble through my perennial bed and it looked awesome, throwing up blooms with several other plants. I can't say enough about how impressed I am with the quality of her Clematis, the planting instructions and Debbies dedication to her customers. I have ordered from 6 other Clematis suppliers through the years and after I ordered from Debbie, I have not ordered from anyone else. I give Debbie 10 stars and two thumbs up. I have to say, regarding a negative post here, that I have no doubt the Clematis died as a result of over-watering. You can grow hundreds of Clematis and still have the capability of "Loving'' (WATERING) them to death. In my experience, even though Clematis love water, you can over water them and kill them when they are newly planted. I know this from experience because I have killed them myself this way. I have dug them up to find the stems and roots rotted away. Once I backed off on the water a little, I was fine. I look forward to doing future business with this spectacular lady and her gorgeous Clematis!! Positive nhansohn (1 review) On January 8, 2008, nhansohn Milwaukee, WI wrote: I ordered from Silver Star at least four times last year and each and every time I received outstanding plants. I have ordered clematis from several different companies and I have NEVER received plants like I did from Silver Star. I sent several emails asking questions about my clematis and I always received extensive email back with very helpful information. I urge everyone to order from Silver Star!!!! Positive wickerparker (10 reviews) On November 1, 2007, wickerparker Chicago, IL (Zone 5b) wrote: I'm extremely happy with my first order from Silver Star Vinery and will certainly be ordering again. Debbie was very helpful and the plants are fantastic. Positive juanwillis (18 reviews) On October 30, 2007, juanwillis Winchester, MA (Zone 6a) wrote: I was *really* impressed with the two Clematis that I ordered from Debbie this past year--beautiful one-gallon root systems, vastly superior to what I received from other well-reviewed Clematis suppliers. Debbie was also super-friendly in my interactions with her. I'll definitely check Silver Star's catalog first when ordering Clematis in the future! Negative Breeze1947 (1 review) On September 26, 2007, Breeze1947 Milan, OH wrote: I was told that Debbie had wonderful clematis so I ordered 4 from her. When I got them I was not at all impressed with them the root system was not at all what I expected and they did not look good at all. I went ahead and planted them. I keep watering them with my others and checking them out. Well one make it out of the four. I emailed her sereral times telling her that 3 of them had died. She finally emailed me back telling me I must have watered them to much. I have over 100 clematis so I must be doing something right. So I kept emailing her asking here if she was going to replace them. I finally got another email telling me that she had a 48 hour guarantee and that she was not going to replace them. I am so unhappy and upset with this. I will never orde from Debbie again. She came highly recommended but for me it was a bad experience. Positive berryb (2 reviews) On September 23, 2007, berryb Fort Worth, TX wrote: Just planted my second order of clematis from Debbie. Fabulous plants- great packing- low shipping costs. I couldn't be happier with my plants. Debbie's enthusiasm an extra bonus. Order from Debbie! (No, I am not her mother or any other relative.) Positive pajaritomt (8 reviews) On July 31, 2007, pajaritomt Los Alamos, NM (Zone 5a) wrote: Ordered and received two clematis from Silver Star Vinery for the very first time. I had ordered clematis from other mail order houses in the past. Silver Star's were larger and much less expensive than the ones I mail ordered from other places and than those from a local nursery. Also her selection is huge and her documentation is excellent. This will be my clematis nursery of choice from now on. Positive cattjovi (5 reviews) On May 31, 2007, cattjovi Richmond Hill, GA wrote: Wow. Can't say enough about the two clemantis I just received. Beautifully shipped and the root ball on these plants are huge. Can't wait to order from Debbie again. Arlene Positive wallis104 (2 reviews) On May 28, 2007, wallis104 Middle River, MD (Zone 7a) wrote: Gosh I so wish I could give Debbie an "Exceeding Positive" rating.......... I've always had "Clematis envy"..... I'd walk past peoples' mailboxes and wonder how in the world they could have such beautiful Clematis...... I actually think I had a fear of these beautiful plants..... A friend on another gardening website recommended Silver Star Vinery......... I ordered 6 plants last year....... Oh My Goodness - you should see them this year....... I can't even begin to count the number of blossoms on each vine...... AND - I now have neighbors stopping and looking at "my" Clematis. I'm excited about the 2 new vines I've just received this past week. From the first phone conversation or e-mail, you'll feel like Debbie is a friend...... She has the most incredible memory and can't do enough to make sure you're happy with your plants. This quote is taken from Debbie's website - "I see my mother’s hand at work everyday in my life while working in my Clematis Nursery, which I dedicate to her: Rose Marie Marosi"............ Debbie - thank you so much for caring about your customers and your beautiful Clematis. Your incredible plants truly show the love you feel for them...... and I'm reminded of both you and your mom as I forever stand in awe and admire their beauty. Positive LucyGoose (4 reviews) On May 26, 2007, LucyGoose Schererville, IN (Zone 5a) wrote: I can't say enough about SSV!! Debbie is great!! This is the 2nd time that I ordered from her. Plants are huge! There was one that she didn't have out of the 7 I ordered....Debbie replaced it with something else and added another one for free to boot!! I even called her and she helped me out picking for my zone here...I got a little mixed up trying to figure out what I ordered and what she sent but Debbie got it all straightened out...LOL....I love chatting with her! Great person!! I will always recommend her to others....I give her *5 Stars*!! Thanks Debbie!!!! On June 13th, 2008, LucyGoose added the following: Again, I have ordered from Debbie this year! Same great big roots and once I get my pruning down pat, (she is making sure I do for next year...hehe) I will for sure have the biggest in my area......LOL.....I call Debbie to ask questions and she is ALWAYS helpful!! And, I just love chatting......She is like an old friend.....well, she is my friend.....LOL.....You should for sure get her plants!! I just got a friend here in my town to order as she is having the buy 3 get one free....so, I get 2 more coming!! I can\'t wait till she sees the roots!!! Siver Star/Debbie Rocks!!!!:-) Positive Twonewfs (13 reviews) On May 24, 2007, Twonewfs Belgium, WI (Zone 5a) wrote: I have been buying my clematis from another mail order clematis specialty nursery and have been very pleased. In fact I even stated in a review that I'd never buy a clematis from anyone else. Well, never say never. After reading the glowing reviews here on the clematis board, I tried Debbie at Silver Star Vinery. Not only did she help answer my questions and happily completely change my order after I ordered with haste and changed my mind, but she shipped them exactly when I requested and it only took two days for them to get to Wisconsin from Washington. The mail man WEDGED the box in the mailbox and I practically needed a crowbar to get it out but the plants were none the worse for the wear. They are extremely large with incredible root systems. I can't wait to see how they grow out. I had ordered one of the same varieties I ordered from my Debbie earlier this year from another company (have not received it yet) because I decided I needed two and it will be interesting to see how it compares to what I received from Debbie (for much less money by the way). I think I've found a new favorite clematis nursery. On May 15th, 2008, Twonewfs added the following: Just received this year\'s order shared between my mom and I. Another huge success. The Princess Di was not as big as Debbie\'s plants usually are and Debbie made SURE we knew that before she sent it, offering to keep it and grow it up a little more before she shipped. The care this woman puts into her plants is almost awe-inspiring. Oh, and the plants I received last year are absolutely thriving. Positive shihtzumom (7 reviews) On April 24, 2007, shihtzumom Pearisburg, VA (Zone 6a) wrote: Excellent, large, healthy plants. The root systems are amazing. The quart size root system has large, healthy roots that will fill the entire pot. Carefully covered tops (plastic pot to protect the green growth). I ordered 6 and just ordered another 4 yesterday. Can't say enough about this company. Fast ship, unless she's doing shows and is a bit behind, but her personality is great as well. Very knowledgeable and fun to talk with. Debbie knows everything about clematis and it shows in the product you recieve. I PROMISE you will not be disappointed and will never buy box store clematis again. If you have questions you should give her a call or email her before ordering. I learned that after I picked colors like liked I needed to learn about their growing habits and she helped me find the perfect plant for my needs, lighting, soil, etc. and explained the difference in #2 & #3 which some need cut back and others don't - which I would never have known unless I talked to Debbie. Kathy On April 24th, 2007, shihtzumom added the following: I typed quart size but these are GALLON size. Sorry. I'll post pics when my newest order arrives. Tell Debbie your heard it from Shihtzumom! She is the best! Order now before they are all gone (and I buy them all). Kathy On October 3rd, 2007, shihtzumom added the following: I logged on to post a postive feedback for Siver Vinery because they are blooming again - and my Virginia weather has been terrible - low water, high temps. I walked around the yard this evening and saw such beautiful reblooming plants and wanted to touch base with members to say - these are excellent plants. I\'ve never been able to grow clematis before these. The box store clematis are so frail. The root system on Silver Vinery clematis are huge and I will be ordering again in Spring. I was, however, disappointed to see someone had a bad experience. They stated they grew hundreds of clematis and these were not growing. Maybe it\'s their bad seasonal weather- it can\'t be the plants. I just hate to see a company messed up for ONE neg feedback when they have produced such great plants for ME. Kathy 10-2-07 Positive larlienda (35 reviews) On April 19, 2007, larlienda Strasburg, VA (Zone 6b) wrote: I received my clematis from Debbie yesterday. They were packed very well & one was even in bloom for a nice treat! Communication was great throughout and i can't recommend highly enough! Lynda Positive KaperC (9 reviews) On April 18, 2007, KaperC No. San Diego Co., CA (Zone 10b) wrote: My order arrived from Debbie today and I'm very impressed. I have never received such well established plants mail order before. They were perfectly packed and delivered as promised. Wish I could order more plants from such a great grower. Positive Mike_PNW_Z7 (4 reviews) On April 1, 2007, Mike_PNW_Z7 Stanwood, WA wrote: Debbie was very helpful. She even had ties on some of the plants to mark planting depth. The plants I got were very well priced and had large robust root systems. I buy a lot of mail order plants and this company is one of the best. Very nice selection as well. Positive buddyweiser (1 review) On March 14, 2007, buddyweiser Salem, OR wrote: I ordered several clematis from Silver Star Vinery. I highly recommend this mail order clematis nursery. Debbie is just great......very personable and willing to help and give advise about anything clematis. I felt like she was my friend from the first contact and her plants are amazing. Big and healthy!!! Check out the website! Positive wanda22 (2 reviews) On March 9, 2007, wanda22 San Jose, CA wrote: I would highly recommend Silver Star Vinery to anyone interested in Clematis. Her vines are healthy and the root systems are very large. I ordered from her last fall and was extremely impressed. I just received 2 new vines from my spring order and they were of the same quality. It was a partial order, but she keeps you well informed by e-mail. The others were not shipped because she felt they were not quite up to quality and is holding them back a bit until they meet her excellent standard. Great customer service, robust healthy vines and good prices too. A first rate mail order company! Positive bloominganne (2 reviews) On March 7, 2007, bloominganne Atlanta, GA wrote: My experience with Silver Star Vinery was excellent. Debbie is easy to communicate with, offers help and I instantly felt a friendship with her. She really cares about her customers and her plants. Then the plants arrived - wow, are they big and healty. I had been told by a previous customer that the clematis would have big root systems and still they exceeded my expectations. Debbie emailed me to let me know when my plants would arrive and they arrived right on schedule. Her packaging ensured the plants arrived with a minimum of stress. The roots and the emerging vines are all protected by careful packing and each vine is clearly identified. I will not hesitate to recommend Silver Star Vinery to my gardening friends. I look forward to returning to the excellent website with beautiful pictures to buy some more clematis. The wide range of clematis varieties offered have me wanting to start a collection since I now have a reliable source for these lovely flowers. Mail order doesn't get any better than this! Positive PhoenixUC (1 review) On November 9, 2006, PhoenixUC Union City, CA wrote: I just bought 7 clematis from Debbie. The plants were very healthy and had BIG root balls. Debbie was very helpful and responded very promptly all my questions. Strongly recommended! Positive kbedit (11 reviews) On October 27, 2006, kbedit Arvada, CO wrote: Because of other gardener's rave comments here, I immediately went to the Silver Star Vinery Web site. I've heard quite a bit about shrub clematis over the last year or two and decided to see what Silver Star had to offer. I fell in love with the Hakuree integrifolia and placed an order. Debbie is absolutely terrific. She confirmed my order within an hour and kept me informed about delivery every step of the way. I received the plant on the day she promised delivery. The plant is very healthy, with quite a large root ball. After mentioning to her that this was my first clematis, she continued to e-mail me with invaluable planting information and plant maintenance tips. This is one unusually fine business and business owner. Positive downscale_babe (23 reviews) On October 20, 2006, downscale_babe surfside beach, SC (Zone 8b) wrote: Another GREAT review for Debbie and the Silver Start Vinery! Having read about this nursery on the Vine and Climber forum (later Clematis forum),I was eager to place an order.I am as happy as all the others who have ordered from her. Positive netwiz (1 review) On September 28, 2006, netwiz York, PA wrote: I'm a novice gardener and Debbie helped me choose the perfect varieties for my garden. She answered all of my questions quickly and with detailed information. The plants arrived with huge root systems and looked very healthy. She even marked the vines so I would be sure to plant them deep enough. I won't buy clematis from anyone else. Positive baja220 (5 reviews) On September 28, 2006, baja220 Tulsa, OK (Zone 6b) wrote: I've just received my second order from Debbie and they are outstanding plants. The root systems are huge!! And customer service is just fantastic. Thanks Debbie!! Debbie Positive marieortiz (19 reviews) On September 22, 2006, marieortiz Tolleson, AZ (Zone 9a) wrote: This was one of the best experiences I have ever had ordering by mail. Debbie is an outstanding person. She took the time to answer my questions and make sure that I new how to take care of my new purchases. I will order from her again and I will recommend to al of my friends interested in clematis. The clematis were packed perfectly for shipping and were extremely healthy looking. Positive tbuff (31 reviews) On September 21, 2006, tbuff Canton, GA wrote: I cannot say enough good things about the owner and this nursery. I was a relative novice with clematis wishing to build a small collection. Debbie gave outstanding advice in helping me make my selections as well as going above and beyond to provide cultural tips. She grows the plants and evaluates their hardiness and does not bother with those that do not perform. Debbie is a pleasure to deal with, responsive, and has a passion for what she does. I echo past postings-the plants I received had fantastic root systems and were carefully packaged. Debbie actually refused to sell me a couple because she was not satisfied with the root systems on the plants. Having been a grower for 30 years, I can say that the customer service of this nursery is second to none and I would not bother ordering from anyone else after this experience. On September 28th, 2006, tbuff added the following: Was so pleased with the first order that I ordered 6 more the day after the first group arrived. The second order just arrived and they are just as nice as the first-some even had blooms on them. Some of the clematis I received in the first order have already produced new blooms-very vigorous plants.

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