I have always soaked my bareroot plants in a root stimulator solution before planting. This should be a good time to go ahead and plant them in the ground. We always plant trees in the fall, as it gives them the winter to put down roots before they put their energy into making leaves in the spring. Mulch to conserve moisture. Make sure you keep the roots from drying out.

Sandy

Definitely go ahead and get them in the ground ASAP. Most reputable sources that I've seen report root stimulator to be more akin to snake oil, but I guess it can't hurt (except in the wallet). Below is a link that might help with planting, especially with the spicebush. It's written specifically for woody plants.

Here is a link that might be useful: Planting a Tree or Shrub

Thanks to both of you for the info and link...they are going in the ground tomorrow. They came to me after being dipped in a gel and packed in peat moss and I have kept them cool. Hopefully I will be watching healthy plants grow next year!