About Us
Our Speciality is the environmentally sustainable production of premium quality advanced landscaping trees.
For over 32 years Speciality Trees has been a leader in the production and supply of advanced containerised landscape trees for local government, the landscaping industry and retailers.
At Speciality Trees, we grow a broad range of native, deciduous and evergreen trees in semi advanced to super advanced sizes up to five metres in height, including a range of specimen trees and shrub varieties suitable for screening.
Stock and Availability
All our trees are grown and supplied in containers of the size indicated under our Catalogue on this website. Tree heights do vary however and it is recommeneded that these be used as a guide only. For confirmation of heights, widths and calipers, please contact us directly. Variations in demand and supply may affect availability from time to time, but to avoid disappointment we encourage customers to place orders well in advance.
Contract Growing
For landscapers, contractors and developers this is the most reliable, time and cost effective way to purchase trees to your specification. We are experienced in this area and more than happy to assist with the co-ordination of all of your project tree requirements. A 25% deposit is required at the time of placing the order. A delivery date requires to be specified at this time. Holding fees are applicable on all material held 30 days beyond the agreed delivery date and will be charged based on a set fee per tree by size.
Site Supervision and Management
At an additional fee, Speciality Trees can provide site supervision and maintenance programs as part of an urban project. We also provide a planting service at an additional hourly change.
Delivery Service
Delivery charges are based on the delivery destination ex nursery and the number of trees being delivered. Our delivery truck is equipped with a crane so we can deliver directly to the planting site if required.
Payment Terms
Payment is required on delivery. Established account customers are required to remain within agreed terms from the date of invoice. Payment by direct debit and credit card is available and can be arranged over the phone. Where trees are ordered for supply after a period of 30 days or more, or are subject to contract growing terms, a deposit of 25% is required. Additional holding charges may apply for additional extensions of time. Holding charges are calculated on the size and number of trees being held over longer than the agreed delivery date. All endeavours will be made to remind customers of orders due for delivery and/or pickup.
Guarantee
Speciality Trees guarantee that all tree stock supplied will be true to type and in a sound and healthy condition at the time of pick up or delivery. Plants found not to meet these criteria will be replaced, or at our discretion, a refund of the purchase price paid will be made. Any claims must be lodged with Speciality Trees within 3 days of receipt of stock. No liability is accepted in excess of the purchase price paid. Any damage to plants in transit must be drawn to the attention of the carrier. Guarantees in respect of continued growth and health of trees after delivery can be offered only where site supervision arrangements have been made with us.
Stock & Nursery Visits
Visits to our nursery is welcome between 8.00am and 4.00pm Monday to Friday and 8.00am to 12 noon on Saturday morning, but we ask that customers ring the office before arriving to ensure staff members are available to assist with enquiries. Visits outside of normal office hours can be arranged by calling the office on telephone 03 9796 8308.
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About the team...
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Hamish Mitchell is the owner and Managing Director of Speciality Trees. With a passion for trees in urban environments and a career that spans 25 years in amenity horticulture, plant management and development, production and plant marketing, he is a fantastic collaborative resource for landscapers, designers and developers alike in all aras of tree selection and consultation.
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Ben Scoble is the Nursery Manager at Speciality Trees. With over 9 years nursery experience in both retail and wholesale nursery environments including plant development, management and wholesale plant production, he is involved with all facets of the Narre Warren East facility including sales, stock quality and production.
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Gaby Mitchell is the joint owner and Administration Manger of Speciality Trees. With many years experience in a number of key business support areas, her role at Speciality Trees encompasses finance, administration and infrastructure development.
Lee-Ann Offier is Marketing Manager for Speciality Trees. With over 11 years experience in various roles within the horticultural industry including branding and plant promotion, her focus is on business processes and marketing communications.
A visit to Speciality Trees wlll ensure a meeting with Katrina Schrader in Sales. With over 4 years experience within the industry, Kat is Speciality Trees' newest addition to the sales team and the person to co-ordinate all project orders large or small.