They should start promoting xeriscaping.

I agree.

Are they giving a warranty still?????

So far I have seen 3 people going in with dead plants to Lowes. (out of 3 visits!)

Yes, but was Lowe's actually giving them money back? That is what I'd like to know.

I helped a friend plant a 7 gallon sized tree this spring. It died in September. She asked about taking it back to the nursery, but I just would not feel right doing that.

The small nursery near me had signs up for 50% off last week. I saw one of the workers on Monday and asked her if the sale helped. She said yes, lots of people had come in. I noticed the signs are down now, I guess they sold enough stuff.

I'm sure they are, lowes takes anything back.

I would not feel comfortable returning plants if they died from not being watered. If the plants were watered then I wouldn't hesitate.