American Beauties partners with Civano Nursery

HOCKESSIN, Del. -- American Beauties has announced that Civano Nursery in Tucson, Ariz., has joined its group of network growers. Civano is a Native American word that loosely translated means “all things in balance”. The three Shipley brothers grew up playing and working in their father’s nursery in Canada. Opting for a longer growing season, they opened their beautiful, family friendly, retail garden center in Tucson in 1999. They also have a 70-acre growing range in Sahuarita where they grow most of their own stock.

 

American Beauties said the Shipley family are good stewards, and listed several ways they give back to their community. By working together with Tucson Electric Power the nursery is able to help keep 15 tons of green waste out of the landfill every year. It’s processed into premium soil for the trees and shrubs they grow. The nursery is also a big proponent of education. It participates with local schools by donating plants and hosting classes and tours of the garden center.

“Civano is a solid outfit that understands the importance of native plants in our environment," said Steve Castorani, co-owner of American Beauties. "They are already growing a wide range of natives so it seems like a natural fit. We’re really happy to have them onboard.”

 

Chris Shipley, president of Civano Nursery, is excited about the partnership.

 

"We strive to provide a family atmosphere that enlightens, inspires and ultimately guides you to a successful garden," Shipley said. "We are delighted to have the opportunity to team up with American Beauties and reintroduce the value of the beauty of native plants in our region."