I ordered some trees and plants from the Gardeners' Choice website (gardenerschoice.com). When the confirmation email had no useful information on delivery date, I tried the 'Check order status' link in the email.

However, I was unable, for two days, to sign in--no matter what combination of order number, name, email address, or zip code I used. So, I tried calling the (NON-toll-free) customer service number.

At that number, I tried the 'Check order status' option, and the call was cut off when I selected the 'Speak to a customer service representative' option.

When I called back and selected the 'Sales representative' option, the representative said she couldn't help, and said I had to check online or use the telephone 'Check order status' option.

I explained that I had tried both those options, and neither one worked. She said she couldn't help me, and hung up.

I don't know if Gardeners' Choice is a scam as indicated by an earlier reviewer or they've gone broke as a result of current economic conditions, but if you're thinking of ordering some nursery items, I'd strongly recommend you find another source. These people seem to have all the earmarks of a scam.

I need to start checking complaintsboard.com before doing any more business online.