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Owner Derek Rugg and his son Desmond have turned this passion into a truly unique tree and shrub nursery, established in 2021, where they hand pick and grow more than 200 species and 700 cultivars \u2014 including an impressive collection unusual and large specimen Japanese maples and conifers.<\/p>\n<p>Join us for a tour of 12 acres of inspiration. See firsthand how these specialty trees are grown and selected, discover distinctive plants that can set your designs apart, and gain ideas and practical knowledge you can bring directly to your next project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience the Industry!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Landscape After Hours (LAH) are free events that provide opportunities for landscape professionals to get together in a casual atmosphere while getting out and seeing interesting and innovative projects, sites, and services in NH\u2019s green industry. 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