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ABELIA
70932 Abelia ‘Edward Goucher’ — (-10°F, USDA
Zones 6-9) A beautiful deciduous shrub with bright green leaves in summer
turning bronze in the fall. Lilac-pink flowers are borne from May/June until
frost. It is an easily grown shrub, good for the small garden, averaging about
5' x 5' at maturity. It would make an excellent hedge. Semi-evergreen in warmer
climates where it tends to hold its leaves all year.
1-2' $10.95
73525 Abelia mosanensis — (-15°F, USDA
Zones 6-9) Compared to its relatives this Korean species is a very hardy
deciduous plant. Flower are tubular, white inside and pink outside, and
fragrant. Fall color is a fiery orange, but may not turn and drop its leaves
until late fall. A special Abelia. 6-12" $19.95
ABELIOPHYLLUM
Abeliophyllum distichum - Korean Abelia-Leaf
—
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) A beautiful shrub known for its small white flower
clusters appearing very early in the spring before the leaves. Related to
forsythia but having even smaller flowers. Fragrant blossoms cover the plant in
profusion, making it a mound of shimmering snowy white in the early spring
garden. Exquisite!
70100 Abeliophyllum distichum ‘Rosea’ — A unique
pink form of the species. 3-6" $7.95
ACANTHOPANAX SIEBOLDIANUS — See Eleutherococcus
sieboldianus.
ACER — See Acer Section.
AESCULUS
—
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Grow in full sun or partial shade. They prefer deep,
fertile, moist, acidic but well drained soil. These plants are very adaptable
once established. They typically have fan-shaped leaves divided into large
toothed leaflets.
Aesculus x carnea - Red Horse Chestnut — A
statuesque tree resulting from a cross between A. pavia and A.
hippocastanum. It reaches a height of 35-40' with a splendid rounded crown
of equal spread. Leaves are dark green on short petioles, with often twisted
leaflets to 10" long. In late spring it bears dark red or rosy flowers with
yellow centers in conical panicles to 12" long, followed by orange fall color
and spiny fruit.
70035 Aesculus x carnea ‘Briottii’ —
Has large, showy panicles of dark rose-red flowers and glossy leaves.
5-6' $89.95, 7-8' $149.95
71540 Aesculus x carnea ‘Fort McNair’
— A fast growing specimen, quite symmetrical in its youth. Clothes itself in
flashy red flowers set off by the bright green foliage in spring. 2-3'
$29.95
71610 Aesculus x carnea ‘O’Neill Red’
— Develops a grand stature but at a slower rate than other chestnuts,
reaching 30' at maturity. Tends to be symmetrical in its youth and creates
lots of attention when the bright red flowers are in bloom. 4-5' $59.95
70946 Aesculus hippocastanum - Common Horse
Chestnut — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) Eventually reaching 75', this horse
chestnut has 5-7 oblong leaflets to 12" on palmate leaves. It’s one of the
earliest trees to leaf out and has a beautiful white flower with an interesting
center that changes from yellow to red as it matures; spiny fruit follows.
6-7' $79.95
73824 Aesculus hippocastanum ‘Aurea’
— An old form our supplier has grown for years under this name. This tree
has the same shape of the species at a slightly smaller size 35'x30'. The
variegation on the leaves is nearly solid yellow. 2-3' $32.95
72577 Aesculus hippocastanum ‘Laciniata’
— A rare form of our native chestnut with very narrow, rather shaggy leaf
segments that are cut back to the base. Leaves are yellow green and the late
spring flowers are white. 1-2' $32.95
71348 Aesculus parviflora - Bottlebrush
Buckeye — A fine landscape selection! This 10' shrub with long leaflets bears
bronze new growth that turns a buttery yellow in the fall. White flowers appear
in midsummer held in upright panicles to 12" tall, accented by red tinted
stamens and followed by small, chestnut-brown seeds. Though slow to establish,
it’s well worth it.
1-2' $26.95
ALBIZIA - SILK TREE
70502
Albizia julibrissin - Mimosa or Silk Tree — (-10°F, USDA
Zones 6-9) This beautiful summer flowering tree to 20' has unusual fernlike
foliage consisting of many ½" long light green leaflets. Since it’s a light
sensitive plant, the leaves close in the dark. The abundant puffs of flowers put
on quite a show in shades of pink to light red as they dance above the lacy+
foliage. This fast growing tree or multitrunked shrub prefers well drained soils
and full sun. 4-5' $39.95
71613 Albizia julibrissin ‘Flame’ —
(0°F, USDA Zones 6-10) Syn. ‘Fan Silk’. This is a special selection of the
silk tree. As with the species, ‘Flame’ has finely dissected leaves,
producing a lovely lacy effect. Bright red, fluffy flowers from May through
August distinguish this cultivar. Drought tolerant once established. 6-7'
$49.95
73857 Albizia julibrissin ‘EH Wilson’
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Syn. ‘Rosea’ Deep pink flowers cover this hardiest
of the Albizias. This cultivar was from seed collected from the
grounds of a hotel in Soeul Korea by Wilson in 1918. As the only surviving
plant of these seed, it has proven to be quite hardy even in the New England
winters. Its long blooming season also recommends this for many gardens.
2-3' $26.95
ALNUS - ALDER
Alnus glutinosa
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-7) Grown for its graceful
foliage and suitability for planting in wet areas. A small bushy alder with
sticky new growth and dangling yellow catkins in spring beginning before the
leaves emerge. Plant in moderately fertile, well-drained evenly moist soil in
full sun. An excellent tree planted in groups or drifts.
73579 Alnus glutinosa ‘Imperialis’ —
(-40°F, USDA Zones 3-7) The gypsy queen of alders. This variety has very
lacy, deeply cut leaves. Showy in the sunlight, especially with a light
breeze. Get ready to hang the hammock between two of these imperial
beauties.
4-5' $59.95, 8-9' $99.95
73474 Alnus rubra ‘Micah’s Dwarf’ — (-10°F,
USDA Zones 6-8) This plant first hit the market in 2004. This dwarf is a great
selection for the smaller garden 15' x 10' with beautiful green, shiny,
diminutive foliage. The form is graceful and upright; more dense than one of its
bigger cousins, and just the right proportions. 3-4' $35.95
NEW
73922 Alnus rubra ‘Northern Lights’ — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8)
A new variety of this popular Alder that has variegated leaves that are a
nice green banded with yellow. A fine medium sized tree. 4-5' $33.95
ANDROMEDA - BOG ROSEMARY
71342
Andromeda polifolia ‘Blue Ice’ — A variety of andromeda
with pink flowers. This slow growing shrub will eventually reach 1-2' high and
2-3' in width. In its natural habitat it is found in peat or sphagnum bogs.
Prefers continually cool and moist peaty or sandy soil and sun or partial shade.
‘Blue Ice’ has beautiful, soft blue-gray foliage. 6-12" $18.95
ARBUTUS — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) These trees evergreen
shrubs and trees need acid or at least neutral soil to thrive and a well drained
site. Protect them from strong winds and give full sun to light shade. No summer
watering is needed once established, making it ideal for dry banks. Though the
madrones are reputed to dislike summer watering, when grown in very sandy soil,
even pure coarse sand, the madrone tolerates regular summer watering here in
Oregon
70659 Arbutus x ‘Marina’ — This unique hybrid
transplants more easily and tolerates more summer watering than our native A.
menziesii. This evergreen tree has leathery, dark green leaves and red
bell-shaped flowers that bloom in late fall. The fruit is yellow to scarlet.
This hybrid has the wonderful peeling bark that madrones are known for. Satiny
reds, cinnamon reds and orange yellows reveal themselves as the bark peels.
2-3' $39.95
71999
Arbutus unedo - Strawberry Tree — A large shrub, 12-15' in height.
Delicate, greenish-ivory, urn shaped blooms appear in October, at the same time
the fruit of the previous year are ripening into bright red, strawberry-like
berries. Leaves are dark green and serrated, 2-4'' long and half as wide. This
beautiful, well-behaved plant takes well to pruning or looks grand left to grow
in its own artistic manner.
1-2' $15.95, 4-5' $59.95
NEW
71107 Arbutus unedo ‘Compacta’ — A slower growing variety
than the species, usually to only 5'. It has great ornamental value with its
contorted branching structure and shredding reddish brown bark. The dark,
shiny green leaves have serrated edges and offer a wonderful backdrop for
the soft pink, urn-shaped flowers, appearing in the fall. They often bloom
with yellow, orange and red strawberry like fruit from the previous year.
Yes, all three colors show off at once as the fruit matures. 2-3' $29.95
ARCTOSTAPHYLOS
— All but one species are evergreen plants primarily from the West where summers
are dry. They make fabulous groundcovers as well as artistic specimen for the
rock garden or xeric, rocky landscapes. Those known as manzanitas tend to be
slow growing, whereas the smaller varieties, sometimes know as Kinnikinick or
bearberry, form dense, prostrate groundcovers, often becoming a beautiful clump
in one growing season.
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi - Kinnikinick, Bearberry —
(-50°F, USDA Zones 2-9) This low growing, often mat-forming shrub has small,
dark green leaves and small, pink-tinted white flowers, borne in summer,
followed by bright red fruit. Grows 4'' tall and 20'' wide.
71461
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi ‘Vancouver Jade’ — A superior new
selection resulting from years of research by the University of British
Columbia. Beautiful glossy green leaves make a fast-growing, solid ground
cover to 6'' with flushed pink blossoms, then red berries in late summer and
fall, adding year round interest. More arching than other Kinnikinicks.
3-6" $4.95
ARONIA - CHOKEBERRY
— The chokeberries are well adapted to many soil
types. They are tolerant of wet or dry environments. Give them full sun to
partial shade. Grown by many for their brilliant fall colors and by others for
their showy berries loved by the birds.
70337 Aronia arbutifolia ‘Brilliantissima’ —
(-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) This deciduous shrub is extremely tolerant of cold,
heat, and wind. It has an erect habit to 6-8'. This free flowering form has
small pink tinted white flowers in clusters appearing in late spring followed by
large, abundant red fruit. The narrow, lustrous dark green leaves turn a
brilliant scarlet in the fall. Plant in any moist, well drained soil in sun or
partial shade. 1-2' $14.95
Aronia melanocarpa
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) An adaptable deciduous
shrub which tolerates wet soil, cold, heat and wind. These deciduous shrubs
produce a profusion of tiny white fragrant flowers in clusters which give way to
purple blushed, black fruit that persist through the winter.
71599 Aronia melanocarpa ‘Autumn Magic’ —
The shiny dark green foliage on this variety turns a palette of orange,
pink, and wine red in fall. Growing to 3-5', it forms large colonies through
numerous suckers.
3-4' $24.95
AUCUBA
Aucuba japonica — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-10) A fine
landscape evergreen that can reach 15'. However, it is very adaptable to
pruning. It performs best with filtered sun but can be situated to brighten even
the shadiest areas of your yard. Excellent for use as foundation planting on
north or east exposures. Requires winter shade to preserve best leaf colors.
Small upright racemes of tiny purple flowers bloom Few plants give so much while
requiring so little! Prefers well drained, moist, soil with high organic
content.
71127 Aucuba japonica ‘Rozannie’ — Compact and
spreading, this shrub grows to 3'. It produces fruit without the presence of
a male plant. Perfect tiny flowers. This is a green leaved form that is
grown for its attractive red fruit contrasting with its shiny green leaves.
6-12" $12.95, 1-2' $32.95, 2-3' $39.95
70998 Aucuba japonica ‘Serratifolia’
— Syn.
A. japonica ‘Dentata’. Beautiful green leaves edged with large teeth.
Goes very well with bold perennials.
2-3' $39.95
72055 Aucuba japonica 'Variegata’
— Syn. A.
japonica ‘Gold Dust’. Beautiful green leaves lightly spotted with gold
as if dusted by pixies. An excellent shade accent shrub.
6-12" $14.95
AZARA
71930 Azara microphylla — (10°F, USDA Zone 8-9)
This evergreen tree/shrub with yellow vanilla scented flowers will provide you
with a little aroma therapy when you need it most in late winter. The tiny, dark
green leaves shine along the stiff, yet arching branches. A very different and
artistic, easy to grow shrub for mixing or leaving as a specimen. 6-12"
$13.95
BAzara microphylla ‘Variegata’
An especially
nice shrub with long arching limbs, filled with tiny leaves, edged in creamy
white. Plant amongst billowy, dark green shrubs or in a container with
upright perennials and at the base, snow drops, small daffodils and
Campanula perscifolia. 6-12" $13.95
BERBERIS - BARBERRY — Give the barberries moist, well drained soil in
full sun to partial shade. Both the deciduous and evergreen varieties produce
the best color if grown in full sun. Barberries are adaptable and tolerate dry
and urban conditions. They do not like extremely wet conditions. They respond
well to pruning; you can create the perfect hedge or a windswept sculpture. Left
natural, they blend well with large perennials, roses, and border conifers.
Watch out for their spines when pruning and enjoy the tracery of the often showy
spines in the landscape.
73858 Berberis calliantha — (-10°F, USDA Zones
6-8) A rare Tibetian shrub with holly like spine toothed leaves and yellow 1''
yellow flowers that are larger than the usual Berberis flowers. It forms
a dense 2-3' rounded shrub with red young stems and after the flowers black
fruits appear. Interesting.
3-6" $6.95
70805 Berberis darwinii — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9)
Evergreen. Possibly one of the finest of all flowering shrubs for dependability
and 4 season interest; the distinctive, holly-like leaves turn burgundy in the
fall. The flowers are bright orange with a tinge of red in drooping clusters
over a long period. This dense shrub grows to 3-6' at maturity. 6-12" $9.95
72209 Berberis x gladwynensis ‘William Penn’
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This evergreen barberry may well have the finest
foliage of any. The leaves are glossy, dark green in summer, becoming rich
bronze in winter, intermixed with handfuls of bright scarlet red foliage. This
thorny plant grows in a dense, mounded habit to a height and spread of 4'.
Bright yellow flowers cover the plant during April and May, followed later by
blue-black fruit. 1-2' $14.95
73526 Berberis linearifolia ‘Orange King’ —
This 6-7' evergreen plant from Chile has the brightest flowers we have seen in
the genus. They are large bright orange clusters in May. As the name implies,
the leaves are enlongated. You’ll like this plant.
1-2' $19.95
73527 Berberis replicata — (-20°F, USDA Zones
5-9) Slow-growing, this evergreen Chinese native has narrow leaves that are
lightly recurved at the edges, making somewhat reminiscent of Rosemary. Twigs
are yellowish and waxy, new growth has a red hue to it. Flowers are pale yellow,
followed by black-purple berries. 1-2' $25.95
Berberis thunbergii var atropurpurea
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Deciduous shrubs grown for their ornamental foliage
and striking fall color. They form fine textured, dense rounded shrubs, usually
more broad than tall. Size ranges from dwarf (2-3'), to large shrubs (6-8'),
good for hedges or specimens. Small cup-shaped flowers line the branches
followed by small, bright glossy red fruit that persist into winter.
70038 Berberis thunbergii var atropurpurea
‘Bagatelle’ — Small rounded leaves of bright claret in summer turn flame
red in the fall. This dense, rounded deciduous shrub, growing only 12" in
height, and slightly more in width, bears a profusion of yellow-orange
tinted flowers in spring. 6-12" $12.95
72328 Berberis thunbergii var atropurpurea
‘Concorde’ — A dwarf variety to only 2'. Selected for its shiny,
wine-colored foliage, burgundy with a hint of plum, mmmm. Flowers are bright
yellow but not showy, still very attractive against the darker foliage. A
fine selection for a sophisticated palette. 3-6" $8.95
72057 Berberis thunbergii var atropurpurea
‘Crimson Velvet’ —A large growing variety, 3-6', with striking large
(for a barberry) plum colored leaves offering both texture and color for the
summer garden.
2-3' $29.95, 3-4' $36.95
72013 Berberis thunbergii var atropurpurea
‘Pow Wow’ — An outstanding variety with cream variegation on bright
yellow-green leaves--they just glow! The light color tones will hold up best
and show best in partial shade. ‘Pow Wow’ has a fine upright growth habit
and the foliage becomes a campfire of yellows, oranges and reds in the fall.
1-2' $14.95
72121
Berberis thunbergii var atropurpurea ‘Ruby Carousel’ — An
elegant weeping form with small, ruby red foliage that turns a brilliant
garnet in the fall. 2-3' $19.95
70326 Berberis verruculosa - Warty Barberry —
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Evergreen. Graceful, arching branches to 4' are adorned
with small, shiny dark green leaves glazed white underneath. Small golden yellow
flowers add additional adornment amongst the foliage. Black fruit blushed purple
follow, accompanied by sporadic red leaf color. A lovely accent plant in the
border or planted in front of leggy rhododendrons. 1-2' $14.95
BETULA - BIRCH — The birch trees are very adaptable. They
like to have moist, well drained, sandy loam soils for best growth. Most are
vigorous growers. Prune in summer or fall, late winter or early spring pruning
will cause excessive bleeding. Some landscapers like to use them in clumps or
drifts, adding a river of interest to the garden. Don’t forget to underplant
with bulbs for early spring joy!
70552 Betula ‘Crimson Frost’ — This is a hybrid
of B. platyphylla var. szechuanica x B. pendula ‘Purpurea’.
A fine tree with burgundy foliage all summer, intensifying to a ruby Port in
autumn. The tree is broadly pyramidal to oval and will grow 40' in height.
Imagine the deep foliage against the white of the bark. . . . Outstanding!
(Hint: Be sure to plant with a backdrop that shows off the burgundy; after all,
that’s why you bought it!) 4-5' $49.95
70001
Betula jacquemontii - Whitebarked Himalayan Birch — (-20°F, USDA
Zones 5-9) A truly fantastic species from the western Himalayas. It has
beautiful, dazzling white bark that peels in a most attractive way, much whiter
and more showy than the typical Paper birch. Undoubtedly one of the loveliest
birches and well worth planting. Grows to 40'. 6-7' $59.95, 7-8' CLUMP $69.95
Betula nigra - River Birch — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9)
73475 Betula nigra ‘Little King’ — A great
selection for those of us who would like an arboretum on an acre. This
semidwarf will eventually reach 12-15' x 10'. Is beautiful with its’ brown
to red peeling bark, soft foliage, and upright slightly shrubby outline.
3-4' $59.95, 4-5' $69.95
Betula pendula
— (-50°F, USDA Zones 2-7) The best known of the
white barked birch. It grows rapidly and develops into a stately specimen with
graceful, pendulous branches, sometimes reaching 50' or more in height with a
spread of one-half to two-thirds the height. Sharply toothed leaves emerge early
in spring. The yellow of fall is soon followed by the beautiful white silhouette
against a deep blue winter sky.
70815 Betula pendula ‘Burgundy Wine’ — Here
is superb purple foliage on a wonderful birch. There aren’t too many large
trees with luscious purple leaves, and this is one of the best. It will
eventually grow to 60' making a delightful shade tree.
2-3' $34.95
72414 Betula pendula ‘Filigree Lace’ PPAF —
The perfect patio tree! This lacy white birch grows only to 6' and tolerates
very low temperatures. It loves full sun and good drainage. Would be nice in
the mixed border where its size would work well with smaller, rounded bushes
and with spring and fall bulbs. 2-3' $64.95
70891 Betula pendula ‘Purpurea’- Purple Leaf
Birch — Purple black twigs give way in spring to the contrasting purple
leaf color against white bark, making this a striking ornamental tree.
Summer leaf color is purplish green. This tree is slower in growth than some
birch, and will perform best in cool to cold climates. 4-5' $49.95
70401 Betula pendula ‘Trost’s Dwarf’ —
Every now and then Mother Nature plays a trick on us. A few years ago a
European birch threw a sport, a sport so different that it looks like the
deeply cut leaves of the Japanese maple. It’s a witches’ broom of the
standard Betula pendula and it has great potential as a bonsai or a
neat little guy in your garden. At 10 years the height is only about 3' with
equal width. 6-12" $11.95
BUDDLEIA
Buddleia davidii - Butterfly Bush — (-20°F, USDA Zones
5-9) Deciduous shrub with long arching shoots and 4-10" long. From summer into
fall, delightfully fragrant flowers appear in 4-10" upright or nodding panicles.
73904 Buddleia davidii ‘Adonis Blue’ — This
newer cultivar from England is about 1/3rd the size of a regular Butterfly
Bush, msking it ideal for even smaller gardens. Deep blue fragrant flowers
on a compact plant! A prize.
2-3' $19.95
71007 Buddleia davidii ‘Empire Blue’ — A
rich violet-blue with an orange eye on a strong grower with silvery green
leaves, contrasting well with the dark flowers. Grows 6-7' tall.
1-2' $14.95
Buddleia davidii var. nanhoensis
71773 Buddleia davidii var. nanhoensis
‘Nanho Purple’ — This variety has a dwarf habit with spreading
silver green foliage that grows to about 5'. Great purple flowers.
3-4' $24.95
73544 Buddleia davidii ‘Peacock’™ — This English hybrid of the "English
Butterfly Series" surpasses its relatives for good behavior. Or so we hear,
it will stay around five feet and grow more densely than previous hybrids.
The flower panicles are also more densely flowered and more fragrant than
the traditional hybrids. Peacock is a deep lavender color with a reddish
tinge. 2-3' $19.95, 3-4' $24.95
71128 Buddleia davidii ‘Pink Delight’ —
Compact growth habit, with fragrant deep pink flowers that bloom in panicles
12-15" long earlier in the season than most, June through August. 2-3'
$19.95
73545 Buddleia davidii ‘Purple Emperor’ —
Another variety of the "English Butterfly Series" that is a smaller more
dense shrub than traditional Buddleia hybrids. The flowers on this hybrid
are very similar to ‘Black Knight’ maybe not quite as dark. Give your senses
the royal treatment with this lovely, fragrant variety. 1-2' $14.95
71421 Buddleia davidii ‘Royal Red’ —
Flowers of violet grow on massive panicles up to 20" long. This superb form
won the Award of Merit.
2-3' $19.95
70831 Buddleia davidii ‘White Bouquet’
—
Leaves have a subtle blue or gray-green luster. White flowers with an orange
eye on 8-12" panicles burst forth from June until frost. 6-12" $12.95,
1-2' $14.95, 2-3' $16.95
Buddleia x weyeriana
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Leaves in the
weyeriana species are quite green and flower panicles are long and broken up
into globular bunches as a result of their cross between B. globosa and
B. davidii. Will generally grow 12’ tall and 10’ wide. As per most
Buddleia species, they can be heavily pruned to control size and shape.
70732 Buddleia x weyeriana ‘Honeycomb’
— One of the best performing yellow flowering varieties that butterflies
just love! Creamy yellow buds open to a lovely golden yellow with
butterscotch centers. Foliage is blue-green.
2-3' $24.95
BUXUS - BOXWOOD — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) An easy and
adaptable genus, but to have success with these versatile and popular plants,
remember, the more sun, the more water. Plants planted in partial shade are more
drought tolerant, but the combination of full sun with minimum water may result
in poor, dull foliage color and scorching. Most boxwoods are ideal specimens for
the more formal garden--they add a touch of Italian classicism to the landscape.
72058 Buxus ‘Green Mountain’ — This is a hybrid
between B. koreana and B. sempervirens. Green mountain has a
pyramidal growth habit with glossy green foliage. 2-3' $19.95
Buxus microphylla
— A nice dwarf variety with a
dense rounded habit, not planted as often as some of the other species, deserves
to be better known.
70523 Buxus microphylla var. koreana
— A good choice for northern areas, this extremely hardy Buxus has
small, dark green leaves which take on a burnished winter look. Exhibits
slow growth to 2' high by 4' wide at maturity. 6-12" $14.95
70516 Buxus sempervirens
— Great for hedges,
massing, topiary work and formal gardens. Can reach 15-20' and grow as wide.
Foliage is a lustrous dark green above and a light yellowish green below.
1-2' $16.95
71774 Buxus sempervirens ‘Graham Blandy’ —
A good selection with soft green spring foliage and dark green mature
foliage. This one has a narrow, upright habit reaching 10' high with only a
1' spread. 2-3' $19.95
70422 Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ —
Both dense and slow growing, an excellent choice for a hedge eventually
reaching 4-5' or as specimens positioned in the classical garden. This
proven performer has been used in formal gardens for centuries. 3-6"
$8.95, 6-12" $10.95, 1-2' $14.95
73569 Buxus sempervirens ‘Wilson’ —
Excellent little compact boxwood with emerald green foliage that takes on a
blue cast in summer changing to a bronze-green in winter. Will grow 2 to 3’
tall and wide. Very cold hardy. 6-12" $10.95, 1-2' $14.95
CALLICARPA - BEAUTYBERRY — Fine deciduous
shrubs chosen primarily for their unique lavender to purple berries, loved both
by the birds and those who make wreaths in fall and winter. In the growing
season water freely and apply a balanced fertilizer. Plant in fertile, well
drained soil in sun or dappled shade. Though fruit production on a single plant
can be good but planting 2 or more both increases and ensures a lovely crop of
berries. One source states that cutting back 4 to 6" above the ground each
spring provides an even greater production of fruit .
Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii —
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) This deciduous shrub will be 10' x 8'. The leaves are
dark green to 7". Small pink flowers in 1" clusters appear in midsummer.
Violet-purple fruit appear in autumn and persist all winter--absolutely stunning
on the bare branches. In addition, the leaves turn shades of red and maroon in
the fall.
70288
Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii ‘Profusion’ — Similar to
the species but with bronze young leaves and pale pink flowers. This free
flowering form produces deep violet fruit. One of the most popular
selections here at the nursery. 1-2' $19.95
Callicarpa dichotoma — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8)
This smaller growing, graceful selection reaches 4' with equal width. Spring
brings ovate, bright green leaves to 4" and in summer, pale pink flowers appear
in clusters at leaf axils, followed by bright purple fruit that begin in
September and remain into December. Fall color is variable and can include pink,
lavender and yellow.
71952 Callicarpa dichotoma ‘Early Amethyst’
— Produces prodigious quantities of small, striking, lilac fruit along
graceful arching branches, 3 to 4' high and wide. 2-3' $24.95
70017 Callicarpa japonica ‘Leucocarpa’
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) An upright shrub to 6'
x 6' . This species has larger leaves than other Callicarpa. The plant is
covered in summer with pink or white flowers in 1¼'' clusters along the
branches. White fruit appear in autumn along with the yellow leaves of fall. A
lovely Japanese native.
3-4' $29.95
CALLISTEMON - BOTTLEBRUSH — Named for its
flower clusters resembling a bottlebrush .Performs best in well drained yet
moist soil in full sun. You will love their long, slightly nodding plumes of
predominately small red flowers, and the hummingbirds and butterflies will
delight in the nectar. Callistemon do well in planters for those who
would love a bottlebrush but live where the temperatures are not dependably
above 20°F.
72210 Callistemon viridiflorus — (20°F, USDA
Zones 9-10) This compact shrub has an arching habit with sharply pointed, dark
green leaves. Yellow-green flowers are borne in dense spikes to 3" long. Grows
5’ tall and 6’ wide. 2-3' $19.95
CALLUNA - HEATHER
Calluna vulgaris
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-7) This is the true Scotch
heather differing from Erica by offering colorful calyces as well as
flowers. The cultivars bloom in different seasons, allowing color in the garden
virtually year round. Foliage and flower color vary by cultivar. All have fine,
soft, needlelike leaves, densely covering the small, upright growing branches.
Flowers are small and bell-shaped. Heathers require fast draining, acid soil and
little or no fertilization in most garden environments. They bloom well in full
sun, and serve as an excellent groundcover in more shaded areas, especially
inland. It is recommended that one shear the plants lightly following their
bloom to encourage a fuller, more attractive plant for many years of pleasure.
Butterflies enjoy many varieties of Erica and Calluna.
70997 Calluna vulgaris ‘Con Brio’ —
Beautiful ruby colored blooms appear with lovely light green foliage in
summer and flashy copper green in fall/winter.
6-12" $11.95
73322 Calluna vulgaris ‘Cream Steving’ —
This white flowered strong grower is interesting in spring with its new
foliage tipped in cream and in late summer when the green foliage sets off
the flowers. A nice variety that will get about 16" high and 24" wide.
3-6" $4.95
70787 Calluna vulgaris ‘Firefly’ — Selected
for its incredible foliage creating year round interest. Terracotta in
summer and brick red in winter, always with a bit of green to light green.
The summer flowers are a lovely deep mauve. 3-6" $4.95
72061 Calluna vulgaris ‘Flamingo’ — Flowers
are lavender and the foliage is dark green with red tips on new growth in
spring.
3-6" $4.95
73887 Calluna vulgaris ‘Foxii Nana’ — This
little evergreen darling only reaches less than 6" in height and 1’ wide.
Neatly mounded rich green summer foliage turns bronze-green in winter.
Fuchsia-pink flowers give it interest late summer into fall. If we had a
designation of "Jewels of the Plant Kingdom" this plant would get that
designation hands down!
3-6" $6.95
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70206 Calluna vulgaris ‘Red Fred’ — Has brilliant red
foliage in spring, persisting well into summer, then bears plum-raspberry
flowers amidst a bath of green leaves. Perfect!
3-6" $4.95
73323 Calluna vulgaris ‘Ruby Slinger’ — In
spring, this Calluna bursts forth with bright green foliage that has
glowing yellow tips and then blooms in late summer with white flowers. It
makes a compact 16 x 16" plant. 3-6" $4.95, 6-12" $11.95
70019 Calluna vulgaris ‘Spring Torch’ — New
growth on this vibrant heather is scarlet with a subsequent slow change to
green in summer. Lavender-pink flowers appear in spring. Its new growth is
so exceptional that it looks as if it were in flower.
3-6" $4.95, 6-12" $11.95
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70205 Calluna vulgaris ‘Wickwar Flame’ — The striking gold
leaves turn first orange then a flaming red in winter. Keeping the riot of
color going, Mauve-pink flowers decorate the foliage August through
November. 3-6" $4.95
CALYCANTHUS
Calycanthus chinensis — See Sinocalycanthus chinensis.
70250
Calycanthus floridus - Carolina Allspice — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9)
This deciduous bushy shrub with dark green oval leaves to 5" is mainly grown for
its sweet scented flowers appearing mid to late spring. The 2" dusky red blooms
become brown fruit which hang on the plant through winter. All parts, but
particularly the bark when dry, exude a camphor-like fragrance. (Put it in your
drawers.) The Carolina Allspice reaches 8' x 10' at maturity. Plant in fertile,
moist soil in sun; in warm climates plant in partial shade. A trouble free
plant.
1-2' $14.95, 2-3' $19.95
71220 Calycanthus occidentalis — (-10°F, USDA
Zones 6-9) Very charming coppery red, 2" flowers appear April-August, depending
on climate. The 2-6" long bright green leaves glow a buttery yellow in autumn.
Both flowers and leaves as well as the stems have fragrance. It can be trained
into a multistemmed small tree or pruned into a well-behaved shrub.
3-4' $29.95
CAMELLIA See Camellia Section listed in index.
CARPINUS - HORNBEAM
— The hornbeams like to have full sun and well
drained soil. They are relatively tolerant of a variety of conditions, even
clay, once established. They make great specimens in the landscape as well as
tightly woven hedges. In both cases, they display soft fall color and charming
papery lantern seed heads.
Carpinus betulus — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) This is
the common, and incredibly attractive hornbeam used singly or as a hedge. It is
a medium to large tree with distinctive ribbed leaves. It grows about one foot
per year with an ultimate height of about 50". This is truly one of the finest
landscape trees in existence.
71513
Carpinus betulus ‘Frans Fontain’ — This introduction from Holland
has a darker green crown and narrower growth habit than the species, 30-35'
x 15-18'. Fall color is brilliant on this more formal variety.
2-3' $19.95
70590 Carpinus japonica — (-30°F, USDA Zones
4-9) A naturally flat-topped tree with a fan-shaped habit. It has good, red
autumn color with slightly coarse, 2-4" leaves. Slow growth and exceptionally
small limbs make it an excellent bonsai. 6-7' $69.95
70282 Carpinus turczaninowii — (-20°F, USDA
Zones 5-8) This small bushy tree has dainty stems and broader leaves than other
hornbeams. The young leaves emerge bright red and change to green with time and
then develop an especially attractive deep orange in the fall. 3-4' $24.95
CARYOPTERIS - BLUE SPIRAEA or BLUEBEARD
Caryopteris x clandonensis — (-10°F, USDA Zones
6-9) A hybrid between C. incana x C. mongolica. This
nicely-shaped, small rounded shrub grows to 3’ with slender and often slightly
toothed 2 to 3" leaves. Wonderful, fragrant true blue flowers are borne on
spikes during late summer. Very attractive to butterflies and bees. Often
treated as a perennial in gardens north of USDA zone 7 since top growth may die
back to the ground. Its shape and bloom are improved by heavy pruning in spring.
Best grown in full sun with well-drained soil. Tough enough for use in
difficult, dry areas.
NEW
71778 Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘Worcester Gold’ —
The bright golden leaves of this 2' selection offer contrast in the border
and provide the perfect foil for the sky blue flowers.
6-12" $9.95
CATALPA —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Drought and heat tolerant, Catalpa prefer to be
grown in deep, moist, fertile soil in sun or part shade. They make grand shade
trees sporting very large leaves.
Catalpa bignonioides - Southern Catalpa — A medium
sized tree with a height of 30-40' and equal spread. It has a rounded shape with
an irregular crown. The flowers are absolutely beautiful, blooming late in the
summer, white speckled with yellow and purple spots. Leaves are quite large and
somewhat heart-shaped. The tree is quite hardy once established and provides a
great canopy of shade.
70941 Catalpa bignonioides ‘Aurea’ —
‘Aurea’ is considered one of the finest yellow foliage trees. Its large
leaves emerge a beautiful and showy yellow, and unlike many yellow or golden
foliage trees, which immediately turn green, this one stays an excellent
yellow throughout the season. 6-12" $15.95
CEANOTHUS —
Known for true blue flowers, Ceanothus should be planted in well-drained
soil and most varieties in full sun. It will become chlorotic in alkaline soils.
Avoid over watering, especially in the summer. Good for seaside areas and
locations where a tough, evergreen shrub is needed. And, if you’ve ever been to
Berkeley California, the intense blue of Ceanothus filling the center
divider for ½ a mile is a never-to-be-forgotten sight.
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71781 Ceanothus gloriosus - Point Reyes Ceanothus — (0°F,
USDA Zones 7-9) This prostrate 12" evergreen shrub will spread as much as 10'
when fully established. The leaves are dark green, up to 1½'' in length, similar
to holly with strongly toothed margins. Late in the spring to early summer, deep
blue to purple flowers appear in rounded terminal clusters covering the shrub
with blue glory. Can tolerate more shade than most.
6-12" $29.95
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71642 Ceanothus ‘Julia Phelps’ — (20°F, USDA Zones 9-10)
This evergreen shrub has a rounded growth habit and will reach 6' in height and
8' in width. Small dark green leaves are finely toothed and up to 1" long.
Reddish purple buds open to indigo-blue flowers in late spring to early summer.
6-12" $9.95
72124 Ceanothus thyrsiflorus - Blue Blossom —
(10°F, USDA Zones 8-10) A vigorous, evergreen shrub with stiffly arching
branches to 20' tall and wide. In spring, pale to dark blue flowers in large,
terminal clusters appear. Will provide a fine, low maintenance screen where
birds can find shelter and butterflies will flourish. Can be pruned to a smaller
size for many years. It’s a California and Oregon native. 1-2' $12.95
73962 Ceanothus ‘Victoria’ — (0°F, USDA Zones
7-10) Low, clump forming shrub with glossy, dark green leaves covered with sky
blue flowers in spring. Thrives in full sun and of course is drought tolerant.
6-12" $9.95
CEDRELA — See Toona.
CERCIDIPHYLLUM - KATSURA TREE
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Wonderful garden
specimens! Katsura trees need rich, moist, and well-drained soil. You will get
better fall color if the soil is acidic. Grow in full sun, water well while the
plant is getting established and during dry periods.
Cercidiphyllum japonicum — Native to Japan, this
adaptable tree grows to about 50' in cultivation. Though most are single
trunked, many have multiple stems clothed with beautiful hanging, small rounded
leaves, providing color in three seasons. In spring the leaves emerge a shimmery
mass of ruby tints. They turn a teal green in summer and put on a gorgeous show
of orange, red and yellow in the fall. Katsuras need some protection from sun
and wind to show their best.
73285 Cercidiphyllum japonicum
‘Rotfuchs’ — Syn. ‘Red Fox’. An excellent, new, small, columnar
variety to about 18’ tall was hybridized in Germany. (We are finding
that others have listed the height as anywhere from 10 to 60’ . We are
using the information from one of Europes largest nurseries. We will
see.) New foliage is a rare, ‘foxy’, red-brown. Consistently beautiful
fall foliage. It seems adaptable to most types of soil and exposure
and quickly becomes part of the landscape. We can’t wait for you to
see this one!
2-3'' $59.95
70572
Cercidiphyllum magnificum ‘Pendulum’ — This very rare and unusual
form of the Katsura tree develops extremely long pendulous branches. It forms a
central leader that can reach more than 30' in height. The leaves are almost
double in size of those of C. japonicum, and the bark has a smoother
texture.
2-3' $45.95
CERCIS - REDBUD
— They will do fine in many soil types; just give
regular water and fertilization. Ideally, provide these trees with moist, well
drained soil, especially the first few years.
Cercis canadensis - North American Redbud — (-30°F,
USDA Zones 4-9) Very appealing pale rose, pea-shaped flowers, bloom in abundance
in early spring on what appear to be lifeless twigs. Then the delightfully
rounded, heart-shaped leaves cover this beautiful tree through the summer. Most
varieties turn a magnificent yellow in autumn.
70629 Cercis canadensis ‘Alba’ — This small
tree is a rare and much sought after white budding form of the hardy
American Redbud. It bursts into full flower in the spring, covering itself
with a snowy white. It would be beautiful planted in a woodland setting with
its blooms contrasting with the darker colors of the forest. Plant it as a
specimen alone or in combination with one of the beautiful pink forms.
Delightful!
2-3' $22.95,
5-6' $49.95
70443 Cercis canadensis ‘Appalachian Red’ —
This is a small open tree considered to be the truest red of all the
cultivars in the genus. It was discovered by Dr. Max Byrkit. We are proud to
offer this beautiful and outstanding brilliantly colored tree, a wonderful
sight in any garden setting. 1-2' $26.95
71848 Cercis canadensis ‘Covey’ - Lavender
Twist Redbud — This is an exceptional selection with a weeping, twisting
habit. It was found in Buffalo, New York, and is the most unusual redbud
yet. It is a rapid grower but will stay quite low unless staked higher. It
is very hardy. A prolific bloomer, covering itself with lavender pink
flowers. Wow!
4-5' $79.95
70579 Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’ —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) We are very pleased to be able to offer this
OUTSTANDING plant, considered to be the best of the best! Its foliage is a
superlative red purple with a bit of green in summer. When it flowers, great
masses of a heavenly orchid cover the bear twigs in abundance. It can turn a
vivid yellow in fall, though its fall color is less predictable than other
redbuds. In winter, it displays a beautiful tracery against a clear sky. A
choice landscape selection! 5-6' $64.95
Cercis
canadensis ‘Lavender Twist’ — See C. c. ‘Covey’.
70612 Cercis canadensis ‘Rubye Atkinson’ —
A lovely redbud with shell pink flowers. This plant is also very heat
tolerant, good for our southern climates while still enduring the cold of
the North. Superb and difficult to find. 7-8' $79.95
Cercis canadensis ssp. texensis
— This
species was formerly listed as C. reniformis but is or sports the
less prominent, somewhat flat topped cymes or clusters of small flowers.
70613 Cercis canadensis ssp. texensis
‘Oklahoma’ — A wine-red flowering form of this small, southwest
native. Thick glossy 2-3" blue-green leaves are rounded with downy leaf
undersides. New growth is red tipped, and flowers appear abundantly on
young trees--a splendid and joyous tree.
3-4' $36.95, 4-5' $49.95, 5-6' $69.95
CHAENOMELES - FLOWERING QUINCE — A shrub of rounded
and broad spreading habit. Some forms are more erect and others more horizontal.
Excellent range of flowering colors available. Adaptable to a variety of soils
and performing well in dry conditions. Blooms best in full sun, but will
tolerate some shade. An ornamental that has staying power.
Chaenomeles japonica - Japanese Flowering Quince —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) A smaller species for the garden, grown for its spring
flowers, but its small fruit can be used to make jams and jellies.
72332 Chaenomeles japonica ‘Victory’ — An
attractive flowering quince selected for its often repeat bloom of red
flowers in late summer. Begins flowering in early March and later produces
yellow fruit. 1-2' $19.95
Chaenomeles speciosa -
Common Flowering quince — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8)
Depending on the cultivar, C. speciosa can reach heights of 6-10' with
equal spread. However, they are quite easily kept shorter than this. This
species blooms late winter to early spring and its cut branches can be brought
indoors for terrific arrangements. There is much confusion surrounding the
actual classification of the many cultivars of the various species. We have
chosen to list ours all under C. speciosa.
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70764 Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Contorta’ — Beautiful double
pink to white flowers with a very contorted growth habit. Excellent choice
for flower arranging. 1-2' $19.95
71780 Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Iwai Nishiki’ —
We received this plant many years ago and have been enjoying it ever since.
"Nishiki" means variance or variegated in Japanese. At a young age
the plant blooms white, and as it matures, the blossoms develop a soft peach
tone. Quite an intriguing bush. 3-6" $6.95
70353 Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Orange Delight’
— Brilliant bright orange color comes forth with the first show of spring.
Spreading habit to 2'. 1-2' $16.95
70634
Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Texas Scarlet’ — Large scarlet-red flowers
burst forth at the first sign of spring. It’s a grand plant with very Texas
flowers.
2-3' $19.95
73460 Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Toyo Nishiki’ —
Profuse combinations of pink and white and even sometimes red appear on the
same branch. An upright, rapid grower. Stunning!
3-6" $6.95, 1-2' $19.95, 2-3' $24.95
72333 Chaenomeles x superba ‘Crimson and Gold’ — (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-9) Deep red with golden anthers sparkling in the spring. Grows 3' x
3'. 1-2' $21.95
CHAMAEROPS
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73977 Chamaerops humilis — (15°F, USDA Zones 8-12This
Mediterranean Fan Palm is an outstanding clumping hardy palm that grows slowly
to about 10’ and up to twice as wide. 1-2' $54.95
CHIMONANTHUS - WINTERSWEET
Chimonanthus praecox
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This multistemmed shrub single trunk tree if trained
is an excellent addition to the small yard. It bears very fragrant, translucent
yellow, purple tinted flowers in winter and grows to 10-15' at maturity but can
be cut 6-12" from the ground in late winter to rejuvenate if necessary.
Adaptable to many soil types, but requires good drainage. Enjoys full sun to
partial shade.
71239 Chimonanthus praecox ‘Concolor’ —
This deciduous shrub offers wonderful fragrance from its pure yellow
flowers. The flowers bloom before the leaves emerge, between January and
March. Like the species, it too enjoys sun or shade, but needs some
protection from wind.
2-3' $29.95
CHIONANTHUS - FRINGE TREE
— Does best in moist, well drained, deep, fertile
soil. Give it full sun for best growth, but can tolerate some shade. Very
adaptable in the garden; in the wild it borders streamsides and swampy areas.
70228 Chionanthus retusus - Chinese Fringe Tree
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This small rounded tree can grow to heights of 25' or
more. A profusion of frothy white flower clusters appear in June or July. 4"
leaves turn a deep yellow in the fall. Excellent growth habit. 3-4' $34.95,
6-7' $59.95
CHOISYA — (0°F,
USDA Zones 7-9) Requires well drained, acidic, moist soil and full sun in cool
summer areas. In hot summer areas give it light shade. Does not do well in
heavier shaded areas.
Choisya ternata — A very nice evergreen shrub that
ranges from 6-8' in height and width. Fragrant white flowers resembling orange
blossoms are borne in clusters from early to mid spring. Leaves are made up of
three stalkless leaflets of rich green. The leaves are aromatic when crushed,
and the white flowers have a sweet citrus smell.
71233 Choisya ternata -‘Sundance’ —
Introduced because of the lovely golden foliage, the young leaves hold a
rich golden hue in the sun. Given some shade, the leaves will develop into
the rich green of the species. An exceptional plant which adds much color
and interest to the garden.
1-2' $14.95
CINNAMOMUM
71419 Cinnamomum japonicum — (20°F, USDA Zones
9-10) This form has highly aromatic leaves and bark, is fast growing and becomes
an attractive medium sized shrub. The very thin oval to oval-lanceolate leaves
are glossy green above and blue-green beneath. Fragrant panicles of very tiny
flowers perfume the late spring air. It will not tolerate harsh or prolonged
freezes. Place in acid soil, evenly moist until established. 7-8' $69.95
CISTUS - ROCK ROSE
— (10°F, USDA Zones 8-10) Native to the
Mediterranean coast, these somewhat tender evergreen shrubs withstand desert
heat, high pH soils, wind and salt spray. They should be planted in full sun to
part shade and in soil that drains well. They flower profusely and are very
drought resistant. Excellent for hot dry banks. Doesn’t respond well to hard
pruning.
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71353
Cistus ladanifer - Crimson-Spot Rockrose — A wonderful form that
carries fragrant 4" leaves, dark green on top and lighter green beneath. White
flowers with a red spot accenting each petal at the base appear on this compact
rockrose, 3 to 5', blooming June-July. 1-2' $14.95
70934 Cistus x purpureus - Orchid Rockrose
— Maroon points around a yellow center on an orchid background look like stars
in an orchid sky floating above clouds of soft, green wavy-edged foliage. One of
the most beautiful Cistus available, the Orchid Rockrose will spill
gracefully down a hillside or tumble over rocks and charm you every time you see
it.
1-2' $16.95
CLADRASTIS - YELLOW WOOD
70765
Cladrastis lutea — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Syn C. kentukea.
An excellent specimen tree, deciduous, with bright green leaves to 12"
consisting of 9 ovate leaflets. In late spring long fragrant pendent panicles of
white with yellow, wisteria-like flowers appear, often only in alternate years.
And the trees are pure yellow in the fall. Eventual height is 40'. Grow in
fertile, well drained soil in full sun. 3-4' $24.95, 5-6' $69.95
CLERODENDRUM - GLORYBOWER
70528 Clerodendrum trichotomum - Harlequin
Glorybower — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9). This deciduous shrub or small tree is
native to Japan. The soft, fuzzy and slightly heart-shaped 5" leaves are a dark
green. In late summer, fragrant white tubular flowers are almost twice as long
as the showy scarlet calyx on the back of the flower. The scarlet calyx lasts
and lasts after the flower falls, until the pleasing blue-green metallic looking
fruit is formed, making a most interesting contrast. In cold climates it may
freeze to the ground but will come back each year like a perennial. Will grow to
be a 10' shrub or can be trained as a small tree. Can be slow to fruit and
flower depending on the growing conditions. An unusual and rarely seen plant!
5-6' $119.95, 6-7' $129.95
71447 Cladrastis trichotomum var. fargesii
‘Carnival’ — What a nice form! This Clerodendron has lovely green-blue
foliage with variegation on the edge in yellow. Great texture. Great
fragrance. Great colors, what more do you want? 2-3' $65.95
CLETHRA - SUMMERSWEET
— Grow Clethra in acidic, fertile, humus
rich, moist, well drained soil. Needs to have partial or dappled shade for best
growth. Fertilize monthly for best blooms.
73905 Clethra alnifolia ‘Sherry Sue’ — Redtwig
Summersweet. The red stems compliment the early to midsummer pink flowers.
It is also delightfully fragrant. 1-2' $39.95
Clethra alnifolia
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) Grown for their strong
fragrant flowers. Clethra is an upright, deciduous, slow growing shrub
that suckers close to the mother plant, forming a dense clump that usually gets
4-6' tall. Leaves are oval, mid-green and turn yellow in autumn. In late summer
small bell-shaped flowers appear on 4-6" upright racemes and last up to six
weeks. We have several large bushes of it in our gardens here, and it is a
beautiful sight in late summer when the season is winding down.
71791 Clethra alnifolia ‘Hummingbird’ — A
dwarf form with fragrant white flowers. It will grow to 2-3' with equal
spread. 1-2' $15.95
71792 Clethra alnifolia ‘Pink Spires’ —
Rose buds open to a pink flower that will not fade in the sun. 3-4'
$29.95
71322 Clethra alnifolia ‘Ruby Spice’ —
Fragrant, non-fading, ruby red flowers with white centers, open from pink
buds. Will reach 6 to 8' in height. 1-2' $15.95
70170 Clethra alnifolia ‘September Beauty’
— A wonderful choice to extend the fall garden season. This variety has
eye-catching yellow fall foliage and white flowers that appear in late
August through September. 2-3' $24.95
72338
Clethra alnifolia ‘Sixteen Candles’ — Selected from a group of
seedlings in Michael Dirr’s garden for its compactness and erect flower
structures, "just like the candles on a birthday cake." After 7 years this
selection is only 30'' high and 42'' wide. The glossy green leaves set off
the glowing white plumes, 4 to 6 " long. The blooms open in late June or
early July and maintain their elegance over a long bloom period. 2-3'
$35.95
CORNUS - DOGWOOD
Cornus alba - Tatarian Dogwood - Redtwig Dogwood
— (-50°F, USDA Zones 2-7) Bright red, slender arching branches, hardy and
vigorous to 8-10' tall and almost as wide. Leaves are typical of the dogwood in
varying colors of yellow, orange and red in the fall. White, flat topped
inflorescences appear in May through June followed by fruit. This shrub can be
grown in acid or alkaline soil, dry or wet conditions and in full sun or heavy
shade. Attracts butterflies.
73529
Cornus alba ‘Cream Cracker’ PP12839 — This is an award winning new
introduction from The Netherlands that is well worth having. It is a 6'
shrub with small green leaves and large irregular cream to yellow variegated
margins. The flowers are creamy white, the fruit is white, and the stems are
purple. Showy all year!
1-2' $19.95
71717 Cornus alba ‘Hedgerow’s Gold’ — This
wonderful Dogwood has bright yellow and green variegated leaves on deep red
stems. Grows to about 5' tall with equal width. Adds brightness to a dreary
area of the landscape. 1-2' $19.95, 2-3' $24.95
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73296 Cornus alba ‘Ivory Halo’ — Syn. ‘Bailhalo’. Know for
its compact size and variegated foliage of dark green leaves edged with
white. Small, yellow-white flowers appear intermittently from late spring to
early summer followed by blue-white fruit that you and the birds will find
quite attractive. 1-2' $24.95
Cornus alternifolia - Pagoda Dogwood — (-40°F, USDA
Zones 3-8) This very appealing multistemmed shrub or single trunked tree
develops into a beautiful layered specimen in the landscape. The horizontal
branches have 4" oval leaves occurring alternately instead of opposite like most
dogwoods. Small white flower clusters appear on top of the foliage in May or
June. Rich blue black fruit follow in late summer and blend with the reddish
purple leaves of fall. It is ideally planted in moist, acidic, well drained soil
in partial shade. Does best in the cooler climates. Grows 15-25' tall and 20-35'
in width.
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71242
Cornus alternifolia ‘Argentea’ — Many landscapers consider this to
be the finest variegated shrub or miniature tree available for the small
garden or blended into the perennial/shrub border. Its small leaves have
creamy white margins and are fine in texture, gracefully floating
horizontally. Seeing it is to fall in love. It grows slowly and will
eventually reach 10-15' in height with an 8' spread. 6-12" $43.95
73266 Cornus alternifolia Golden Shadows™ —
A most exciting new cultivar with leaves that have a broad gold edge on a
lime-green background. It is a strong grower with the classic layered habit
of this species. Very outstanding.
6-12" $35.95
71456 Cornus canadensis - Bunchberry — (-50°F,
USDA Zones 2-8) An exceptional ground cover for the shady side of the garden.
Spreading by rhizomes with terminal whorls of soft green leaves. Late spring to
early summer brings a blanket of large white bracts flushed with pink. Fall puts
on its own display with round red fruit. Prefers cool summers, excellent
drainage and humus rich soils. Grows 6-9" a year and spreads indefinitely. I
have seen this grow on rocky islands off the Maine coast it yellows with too
much sun but will grow almost anywhere if it will grow there!
Cont. $6.95, 1 Gallon $13.95
70178
Cornus controversa - Giant Dogwood — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) This
large Japanese variety can grow to 45' in height with a spreading crown. In late
spring clusters of small flowers bloom profusely above the beautiful tiered
branches clothed in dark green. Fruit appear in late summer and in autumn the
leaves turn a rich red and purple. A very beautiful and graceful tree. 2-3'
$44.95, 4-5' $65.95
72046 Cornus controversa ‘Janine’ — This
variegated selection has a similar form to the species with horizontally
spreading branches. Its growth rate is much faster than the white variegated
form. The leaves are brightly colored yellow with green centers. 5-7''
clusters of white flowers appear May to June. The fruit is red-purple
changing to blue-black August through September. An exceptional dogwood that
will especially brighten a dark background.
6-12" $29.95
70912 Cornus controversa ‘Variegata’ — This
delicate and graceful tree has beautiful creamy variegated leaves through
summer. The foliage takes on tones of red and pink in the fall. Its branches
grow in graceful tiers to about 30' in height with equal or greater spread.
The flowers are white cymes produced in early spring. Along with the
variegated form of Cornus alternifolia, it rates as perhaps the
finest variegated specimen available today. A spectacular tree!
6-12" $24.95
70003 Cornus ‘Eddie’s White Wonder’ — (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-9) This dogwood is a highly praised cross of C. florida and
C. nuttallii and can be a multistemmed large shrub or many branched small
tree. "Eddie" flowers with huge, pure white bracts. Grows 20' high and 15' wide.
An exceptional hybrid for the those who want the classic, stately dogwood.
2-3' $38.95, 4-5' $112.95, 6-7' $139.95
Cornus florida - Eastern Dogwood
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Often considered the
aristocrat of small flowering trees, this is a low branching dogwood with a
rounded crown and somewhat tiered form. White, 2" flower bracts open in April
and May. Red fruit ripens in late summer. The leaves glow with reds and purples
in fall. Provide evenly moist, acidic, well drained soil in partial shade. The
trunk should be whitewashed if it experiences hot summer sun. Grows to 20' in
the West and often larger in the Southeast.
71113
Cornus florida ‘Cherokee Brave’ — This very fast growing cultivar
blooms with dark red bracts, quite a head turner! New growth is prominently
red turning to a darker green in summer followed by brilliant reds and
burgundy in the fall. Grows to 30' tall and 25' wide. 3-4' $49.95, 5-6'
$149.95, 6-7' $159.95
70005 Cornus florida ‘Cherokee Chief’ —
Lovely, deep rose red bracts cover the foliage in early summer on this
classic Cornus florida.
2-3' $39.95
71050 Cornus florida Cherokee Daybreak™
—The variegated green and white leaves become an exciting show when white
bracts intensify the white of the foliage. The fall color is a unique pink
to deep red. Not likely to scorch but still best grown in dappled conditions
in hot summer areas.
4-5' $99.95
70046
Cornus florida ‘Cherokee Princess’ — Considered somewhat disease
resistant. Produces an abundance of 5" white bracts earlier than most of the
cultivars. Excellent choice where summer heat can come early.
4-5' $76.95
70258
Cornus florida ‘Cherokee Sunset’ — Has unusual deep pink flowers
and variegated leaves that will not burn in the sun. The vigorous and
somewhat disease resistant new growth emerges with a raspberry glow, a
beautiful sight in early spring. 3-4' $45.95
70047 Cornus florida ‘Cloud 9’—Has an abundance
of overlapping snow white bracts creating a fabulous textured tapestry.
‘Cloud 9’ grows slowly into a stately spreading tree. 2-3' $45.95, 6-7'
$139.95
73269 Cornus florida ‘Dixie Collinade’ — A
very upright habit makes this the only really columnar dogwood available. It
grows to 15-20' and has white flowers with large red fruit and brilliant
red-burgundy fall color. The narrow growth habit makes it very versatile
when designing your landscape. A winner! 3-4' $49.95
71480 Cornus florida ‘Golden Nugget’ — Has
bronze-gold yellow margins on the leaves and bears white flower bracts. An
excellent newer variegated form preferred by those who want the richness of
gold with green in their garden palette. A fine specimen.
3-4' $105.95
71066
Cornus florida ‘Pendula’
— Many
landscapers consider this to be the finest variegated shrub or miniature
tree available for the small garden or blended into the perennial/shrub
border. Its small leaves have creamy white margins and are fine in texture,
gracefully floating horizontally. Seeing it is to fall in love. It grows
slowly and will eventually reach 10-15' in height with an 8' spread. 4-5'
$99.95
71560 Cornus florida ‘Pink Flame’ — The
variegated foliage with yellow edges and green centers is often kissed with
a beautiful pinkish hue. The flower bracts are white brushed with pink. Only
mother nature could create such a fine color combination.
2-3' $47.95, 4-5' $79.95
71991
Cornus florida ‘Pygmaea’ — This dense spreading dwarf form sports
many white bracts; its large thick leaves create an elegance whether used in
the landscape or in a planter. Fall brings red foliage. It eventually
achieves a height of 6-8'.
1-2' $34.95, 4-5' $79.95
72261 Cornus florida ‘Royal Red’ — New
foliage emerges blood red, and returns to a dark red in the fall. The large
flower bracts open a deep red, covering this dogwood in a royal cloak.
5-6' $119.95, 6-7' $129.95
70010 Cornus florida Rubra Group Selection
— Has beautiful pink to pink-red flower bracts. Generally not quite as cold
hardy as the species, but always a plentiful display of bracts. 4-5'
$109.95, 5-6' $129.95, 6-7' $139.95
71731 Cornus florida ‘Spring Grove’ —
Selected from the Spring Grove Cemetery of Cincinnati Ohio, this beauty has
large white bracts, about 5'' in diameter, that are born so heavily you
can’t see tree for flower. Medium green leaves change to cranberry plum in
the autumn. Growing to 22' x 32' in 45 years, this tree can create the
feeling of a grove with just one specimen. 4-5' $119.95
70012 Cornus florida ‘Welchi’ — Syn.
’Tricolor’. This beautiful tree has variegated foliage, green with cream
edges and exquisite pink margins that turn darker, eventually coloring
shades of purple in fall. The white flower bracts stay more vibrant when
this dogwood is planted in partial shade. 1-2' $34.95
70256
Cornus kousa - Oriental Dogwoods — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) When
young, this dogwood is a straight upright tree that later becomes spreading with
a distinct horizontal branching structure. Most will eventually become 20-30'
trees. The leaves are usually hidden by the prolific display of bracts when in
bloom. This tree flowers June and July for around 6 weeks. The leaves are 2-4"
long, dark green and the flowers have 4 oval, narrow bracts 1-2" long. Flower
bracts are followed by raspberry red fruit and deep red fall color. The oriental
dogwoods are considered to be more resistant to disease than the eastern or
western dogwoods (C. florida and C. nuttallii) 1-2' $34.95
70911 Cornus kousa ‘Autumn Rose’ — An
especially delightful tree with creamy green new foliage. Bracts open green
changing to brilliant white, covering the tree in absolute abundance in
June. And guess its autumn color? It’s vivid!
2-3' $35.95, 3-4' $45.95, 4-5' $119.95, 5-6' $139.95
71133 Cornus kousa ‘Beni Fuji’ — A fine
introduction with dark pink bracts nestled into the deep green leaves on
bright red petioles (stems) A striking contrast! 3-4' $39.95
71795 Cornus kousa ‘Big Apple’ — The fruit
on C. kousa and its cultivars is generally a knobby red drupe,
resembling a raspberry in appearance and size, but of firm texture. These
are edible though mealy. ‘Big Apple’ was named for the exceptionally large
fruit which keep color on the tree through October. Heavily textured, dark
green leaves show off the lovely white bracts. The tree grows to 30' with a
spreading habit. 4-5' $89.95
70887 Cornus kousa ‘Blue Shadow’ — Has dark
blue-green leaves, a dense growth habit and pure white bracts appearing at
an early age. Just one more nice choice for varying the greens in landscape.
4-5' $89.95
Cornus kousa var. chinensis
— A unique
variety whose abundant flower bracts turn from cream to white and eventually
red-pink. Excellent crimson fall color.
72127 Cornus kousa var. chinensis ‘Galzam’-
Galilean — This is a very hardy, robust growing dogwood with
enormous hunter green leaves that hold their color well through the
summer. In early summer, abundant, gigantic, creamy white bracts cover
the tree, followed by big strawberry-like fruits. Growth habit is
broadly vase-shaped and becomes more rounded as tree matures. Grows
20-25' tall. 3-4' $59.95
70617 Cornus kousa var. chinensis
‘Milky Way’ — An especially disease resistant cultivar of C. k.
var. chinensis, this tree is a profuse fruiting and blooming
variety. Pure white flower bracts and rich bronze and crimson autumn
color add to its desirability. 4-5' $89.95
73370 Cornus kousa var. chinensis
Samaritan® — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) A variegated offspring of the
lovely ‘Milky Way’ that has creamy white edges on the dark green leaves.
An exceptionally hardy and vigorous grower, and a very prolific bloomer,
covering itself with clouds of white in late May. Fall brings pink and
burgundy hues to the foliage. Size will be 20-25' x 15-20'. 2-3'
$24.95
70876 Cornus kousa var. chinensis
‘Sunsplash’ — Slow growing with a dense, fairly upright habit. The
boldly colored variegated leaves of bright yellow and green seem to
shine on the new growth. Will tolerate full sun better than most
variegated forms. Medium sized white flower bracts and wonderful red and
burgundy fall colors. 2-3' $29.95
70906 Cornus kousa ‘Gold Star’ — An
excellent selection for the smaller yard with its slow growth and often
shrublike appearance. The leaves are each splashed with a broad, golden
yellow central band and contrast nicely with the pristine white flower
bracts. 2-3' $44.95, 4-5' $112.95
71992
Cornus kousa Heart Throb® — Deep red bracts, almost 4" wide, cover
this rounded, eventually 30' by 30' tree. If you love deep color, you’ll
fall in love with this ‘Heart Throb’. 4-5' $99.95
73917 Cornus kousa 'Kristin Lipka's Variegated
Weeper' — The name says a lot. Bob Lipka named this fine new variety for
his daughter. It is indeed a variegated (irregular white margins on a green
ground) plant that is dense and strongly weeping. It is thought to grow to
about 6'. In fall the white part of the leaves turns red. The only
variegated C. kousa that is both weeping and variegated. 3-4' $69.95
71514 Cornus kousa ‘Lustgarten Weeping’ — A
heavy weeping variety of the white flowered ‘Elizabeth Lustgarten’. The
branches can arch at 12-15' and can extend to 10' wide in about 10 years.
When in bloom, the pendulous branches are just showered with white flower
bracts, an eye-catching display! 3-4' $89.95
70879 Cornus kousa ‘Moonbeam’ — Huge
flowers up to 8" across, with bracts colored a creamy moonbeam white, borne
on limbs which, as the tree matures, incline toward the viewer in a very
boastful spectacle. Stunning! 5-6' $112.95
70888 Cornus kousa ‘Radiant Rose’ — Syn.
C. k. ‘Honros’. The delightful red colorations on leaves and stems show
off against the greenery of summer. And, this cultivar becomes absolutely
radiant when the large pink bracts appear. Its value continues with rich red
fall color.
3-4' $59.95, 5-6' $119.95
Cornus kousa ‘Rosabella’ — See ‘Satomi Red’.
70754 Cornus kousa ‘Satomi’
— Syn. ‘Rosabella’.
New bracts open white, fading to a bright-rose red as the season progresses.
The leaves and branches have a lot of red pigment. Requires some shade.
Young trees may produce white bracts when young; the beautiful red color and
the abundance of bloom come with maturity . The amount of red will vary
according to the environment, with the absolute best color in cooler
climates. All this aside, it’s the most popular choice among the pink reds
in the nursery for local customers when in bloom. 3-4' $49.95, 5-6'
$129.95
70878 Cornus kousa ‘Snowboy’
— Here’s a
variegated dwarf, much in demand and difficult to locate. Slow growing, the
low branching and spreading habit of this dense dwarf lends itself to both
training as a single trunked tree or left to branch as a shrub. Protect from
hot afternoon sun to protect the beautiful pale gray green foliage with
narrow white margins and occasional splashes of yellow. It definitely will
scorch. Mature height is 8' tall with a 6' spread.
2-3' $39.95
70910 Cornus kousa ‘Trinity Star’
— A profuse bloomer sporting densely clustered white bracts. The new leaves
show mottled pink, green and white in an interesting twisting whorl. The
dense foliage matures to a deep green and covers this flat-topped, spreading
tree to 12' with similar spread. An exceptional selection. 4-5' $119.95,
5-6' $159.95
70761
Cornus kousa
‘Weaver’s Weeping’ —
An especially desirable weeping form that has lovely white bracts in great
cascading masses. It will reach 12' x 12'.
4-5' $89.95
70450
Cornus kousa ‘Wolf Eyes’
— The outstanding variegation on this diminutive dogwood is reported to
withstand even intense summer heat; however, it still performs best with
partial shade. The creamy white blooms appear in profusion in early summer.
Leaves are ruffled with well-defined margins surrounding the green central
eye. Fall foliage is pink to red and the fruit are bright red. Grows to 6'
tall and equally wide. Mildew resistant. Young trees may take a few years to
show the extremes in variegation.
3-4' $79.95
Cornus mas
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) From the Ukraine, these hardy and attractive
ornamentals also offer large and tasty fruit. Frost-hardy yellow flowers appear
in late February followed by fruit which turns bright red when ripe in
September. Attractive as either a shrub or small tree, it grows slowly to
12-15'. Give this plant a half day or more of sun. Although somewhat tolerant of
drought and poor soils, fruit will be better on rich soils with adequate
moisture, with fall applications of manure increasing vegetative growth.
Somewhat self-pollinating but for best fruit set, two varieties should be
planted. Don’t expect fruit for 2-3 years after planting.
72300
Cornus mas
‘Golden Glory’ — An
excellent selected cultivar outstanding for its floriferousness. Somewhat
more upright than the species to 15 to 20'. Buds can be damaged in severe
winters. A real glory of gold when in bloom!
4-5' $44.95
72181
Cornus mas
‘Variegata’ —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Same growth habit as the species, but green leaves
are edged in white and turn red in the fall. 3-4' $54.95, 5-6' $89.95
Cornus nuttallii - Pacific or Western White Dogwood
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This is the ethereal West Coast native whose large
flower bracts appear before the leaves, first a soft green and later a pristine
white or sometimes a blush pink. On the western dogwood the real flowers (¾'')
are purple to green, clustered inside 4-8 pointed showy bracts. This tree is not
suited to the eastern United States. Site these trees in a sunny, open location
with good air circulation for best bloom but Cornus nuttallii can perform
well in considerable shade.
72128
Cornus nuttallii
‘Barrick’ — This
selection from Salem, Oregon, is a fast growing, vigorous tree. It will
surprise you in autumn when it consistently has a second bloom. We’ll give
you more information as we watch this new cultivar in the nursery. 1-2'
$24.95, 3-4' $36.95, 6-7' $119.95
70261
Cornus nuttallii
‘Colrigo Giant’ —
This is a low growing but upright tree. Very vigorous with very large 8"
flower brats. Heavy textured green leaves give good fall color. The parent
plant was found in the Columbia River Gorge, thus the name. 5-6' $99.95
70016
Cornus nuttallii
‘Goldspot’ — An
unusual form with interesting variegation on the foliage. The older leaves
are splashed, spotted and mottled with creamy yellow markings. The tree
blooms when only 2' tall and the beautiful white bracts are larger than that
of the species. An added bonus is its two month flowering season. 2-3'
$25.95, 3-4' $29.95, 6-7' $139.95
71903
Cornus ‘Porlock’
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) A rapid growing hybrid from C. kousa var.
chinensis and C. capitata. More spreading than some, and looking
similar to a Chinese dogwood this tree is a prolific bloomer with large, wide,
white bracts from June to July that consistently turn a nice pink with maturity.
5-6' $129.95
Cornus sericea
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) Syn. C. stolonifera . This is another
great dogwood for brilliant stem color. This red twig grows 6 to 10' in height
and spreads by underground stems to a 12' clump. The dark green leaves of the
species turn yellow-orange to red in the fall. Small cream flowers appear in
flat-topped clusters, May-June, and are followed by round, white fruit.
Extremely adaptable to a wide range of soil types and climates, but doesn’t do
well in high heat and humidity in summer, though it loves moist soil. Native to
wet, swampy areas in its natural habitat but still grows well with less water.
73906
Cornus sericea
‘Arctic Fire’
— A very twiggy, 3-4', intense deep red stems make this just about the best
of the red stemmed Cornus. June flowers. 2-3' $19.95
70817
Cornus sericea
‘Silver & Gold’ —
Grown for its spectacular variegated foliage; truly one of the finest
foliage plants around. The leaves have beautiful creamy white margins. This
species shows off its golden green stems both with its foliage and without.
Grows quickly to 4-5' in height and spread; you will soon have a beautiful
shrub. 6-12" $12.95
73899
Cornus ‘Starlight’
— A new cultivar produced by Dr. Orton’s Rutgers University program. The very
large 4-5'' flowers bloom with the foliage. The leaves do not cup in the heat
and it appears to be highly resistant to Dogwood anthracnose and mildew. It is a
cross between Cornus kousa and Cornus nuttalli. 4-5' $79.95
Cornus Stellar® Dogwoods
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) From work at Rutgers’ University by Dr. Elwin Orton,
these are a cross between C. florida and C. kousa. The trees are
vigorous and very floriferous once mature; however, young trees flower
sporadically, if at all the first 3 years. The trees are resistant to the common
dogwood borer and to anthracnose. Flower bracts stay a good 2 weeks, and the
tree grows to about 20' in 20 years. Bright red autumn foliage shows.
70920
Cornus Stellar Aurora®
— An exceptionally beautiful tree--this variety has uniform white bracts
from top to bottom. It is often so dense that very little foliage shows
through. The flower bracts are large and overlapping with rounded edges.
5-6' $79.95
70768
Cornus Stellar Pink®
— The beautiful bracts of light pink and white delight the eye every spring.
This dogwood has so many flower bracts it appears as a cloud of cotton candy
in the yard--a great pink dogwood! 3-4' $48.95
Cornus sanguinea - Bloodtwig Dogwood
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-7) Bloodtwig dogwoods are readily adaptable to many
different situations. They are generally slow to medium growers, and like sun to
partial shade. Make sure they are pruned regularly, usually in the spring, to
keep their red stems coming in winter. These dogwoods have clusters (cymes) of
many tiny, usually creamy white flowers in spring.
71498
Cornus sanguinea
‘Midwinter Fire’
— One of the best plants for all seasons. The dark green leaves of summer
first frame the white flower clusters, then frame the bright clusters of red
berries. The leaves change to a fiery yellow-red-orange in the fall and are
followed by an incredible eye-catching blaze all winter from the stems, red
at the base to orange and then yellow at the tips--a great partner for
purple foliage plants. ‘Midwinter Fire’ grows 8-10'. 1-2' $29.95
COROKIA
—
See also Bonsai section.
Corokia x virgata
— (15°F, USDA Zones 8-10) A larger more upright form of Corokia with a
height of about 3' and a spread of 2'. The leaves are a gray-green with
white undersides. Small yellow flowers and orange fruits are another plus.
73870
Corokia x virgata ‘Sunsplash’ — Leaves are a
variegated yellow and green. The star shaped small flowers appear in early
summer and then it has red fruits in fall! 1-2' $19.95, 2-3' $24.95
CORYLOPSIS - WINTERHAZEL
— The winter hazels prefer to be given moist, acidic, well drained soil. They
will not tolerate wet feet. Give them full sun to partial shade.
70348
Corylopsis glabrescens
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 5-8). Fragrant! Very early in the year tiny yellow blossoms
on pendent racemes bloom on this multistemmed shrub before the leaves develop.
It can grow to 15' with a similar spread. 1-2' $14.95
72229
Corylopsis gotoana
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 5-8). This is a rare form of Corylopsis that blooms
in early spring with fragrant, 2-3" drooping racemes of purple anthered yellow
flowers. Will be a large shrub, to 15’ with similar spread. 6-12" $11.95
70297
Corylopsis pauciflora -
Buttercup Winterhazel —
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) In March, or before, depending on your area, when little
else is flowering, this densely branched deciduous shrub puts on a show of
primrose yellow, fragrant flowers. The flowers hang in bell-shaped clusters and
the branches can be cut in late winter before the flowers open and forced into
flower in the house. Bright green rounded leaves follow. It’s easy to grow,
reaching 4-6'. 6-12" $12.95
71170
Corylopsis sinensis
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) An open upright deciduous shrub that decorates the
late winter with lemon-yellow flowers held in pendent racemes. The handsome
leaves to 4" are obovate, dark green above and bluish-green on the underside.
3-4' $25.95
73453
Corylopsis sinensis
Willmottae Group ‘Spring Purple’—
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) Found at Hillier Nursery originally, this variety
has burgundy new growth. It grows to a medium-sized shrub, with
yellow-flowered dense racemes in spring. 1-2' $27.95
70366
Corylopsis spicata -
Spike Winterhazel — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Pale yellow, 1-2" flowers hang
in pendent racemes of 6 to 12, spaced at even intervals along the branches. The
foliage is rounded and delicate, emerging purple and later changing to a bluish
green. Wide spreading, 4-6' high, it forms an attractive mass of crooked
branches at maturity. Great for planting in a woodland setting or as a specimen
on its own. 2-3' $29.95
70664 Corylopsis veitchiana
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Primrose yellow flowers with brick-red anthers appear
in large racemes. The new foliage in the spring is purple-red. An erect growing
shrub to about 3-4' in 5 years. 1-2' $27.95
CORYLUS
73282
Corylus avellana
‘Contorta’ - Corkscrew Hazel — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3- 9) Also known as ‘Harry
Lauder’s walking stick, this European Hazel is a rare and unique shrub that is
slow growing to 8-10'. Growth is very twisted, gnarled and distorted. Each
branch is an adventure in line. And the fragrance of daphnes too, it is a winter
wow! 3-4' $99.95
73570 Corylus avellana ‘Red Majestic’
PP#16,048 — An exciting new addition to our stock. This vigorous, large
shrub has twisted and contorted branches. Leaves are red to plum colored in
youth and mature with a touch of green. Catkins and buds are purple hued in
late winter. Expect it to grow 10' or more. 6-12" $24.95, 2-3' $89.95
COTINUS - SMOKE TREE
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Often grown for its huge plumes of tiny flowers
floating overhead, but should also be grown for its incredible foliage. An
interesting way to use any of the selections of C. coggygria is to let
them get established for a year or two and then cut them to the ground each
winter. The plant will grow strong canes of beautiful new foliage in time to
make a statement in the summer landscape. A well established plant can grow up
to 10' in one season. You won’t get much flowering this way, but you will have a
dynamic, showy, foliage plant and the intensity of fall coloring is beyond even
our description.
70028
Cotinus coggygria — This deciduous
tree or large shrub creates a broad, urn-shaped mass, usually as wide as high,
eventually to 25'. Easily pruned to keep shorter or narrower. Rounded leaves
1-3" long, bluish green in summer, turn incredible yellow to orange-red or
purple in fall. The illusion of smoke puffs is created by smoky pink lavender
hairs on the peduncles of the flowers. As the tiny greenish fertile blossoms
fade, stalks of the sterile flowers elongate and become clothed with purple
fuzzy hairs. Delightful! 3-4' $36.95, 4-5' $59.95
NEW
72090 Cotinus coggygria
‘Golden Spirit’
— A unique form of Smoke Bush with brilliant golden yellow leaves that do
not burn in full sun unless plant is grown under dry conditions. In fact,
the leaves turn more golden and translucent the more sun they receive.
Shaded leaves will stay a pretty chartreuse color. Fall brings a rainbow of
color when leaves turn various shades of gold, coral, orange and red. And,
if that isn’t enough, add soft creamy ‘smoke’ plumes in summer with a slight
pink blush and you have a show that is hard to beat! Plant has a medium
sized, broadly upright growth habit. These will go fast! 2-3' $29.95
70218
Cotinus coggygria
‘Pink Champagne’
— One of those delightful plants that will add glory to your garden. The new
growth is bronze-purple, changing to a light green in summer on this 8'
tree. Appropriately named as it produces great quantities of flowers that
look like clouds of "pink champagne." Excellent fall color in shades of
orange, red, and yellow. 3-4' $32.95
70018
Cotinus coggygria
‘Royal Purple’
— An amazing compact form with deep purple summer leaves that are
translucent in the sunshine. In June and July it produces an abundance of
large feathery plumes of smoky purple. With the advent of autumn they put on
a beautiful display of true red, fiery red if in a location where the sun
shines through the leaves! One of our favorite Cotinus; it will grow
to 10'. 1-2' $19.95, 2-3' $29.95
72339
Cotinus coggygria
‘Young Lady’
— This 10 to 15' green-leaved selection blooms prolifically from early
summer through august. The grower calls it a "poodle in a pot." It’s just
always covered with fresh plumes, usually only to 8'' of pinky green fluff.
Though still a multistemmed shrub, it’s a very different sight from the
usual plumes of smoke. 1-2' $29.95, 3-4' $41.95
71228
Cotinus ‘Grace’
— A Dummer hybrid which crosses C. coggygria ‘Velvet Cloak’ with C.
obovatus. It has huge pink panicles of flowers about 14" high by 11" wide in
summer. The sometimes almost round leaves on this vigorous grower are 4-6" long
and light red when young, becoming darker as it ages, combining reddish purple,
reddish green and green in summer. Oranges, reds, and purples color the leaves
in fall. A very popular form of Cotinus. 2-3' $29.95, 3-4' $39.95,
5-6' $59.95
COTONEASTER
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) unless otherwise noted. Cotoneasters are adaptable and
easy to grow. They like well drained soils but can tolerate a wide range of soil
conditions.
71355
Cotoneaster dammeri
— Very low grower with branches rooting when in contact with the ground. Will
grow to 1½' in height spread to 6'. Unobtrusive, small white flowers appear in
late May. Evergreen to semievergreen in protected areas or where winters don’t
get much below 25°. 1-2' $14.95
73325
Cotoneaster dammeri
‘Lowfast’— (-10°F,
USDA Zones 5-8) True to its name, this spreading groundcover will grow 1'
high and can spread up to 12'. Rooting in where the branches touch the
ground, ‘Lowfast’ makes one of the best covers for a dry hillside since it
is drought tolerant. Red berries remain throughout the winter, likes sun to
partial shade. 2-3' $19.95
Cotoneaster microphyllus
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8). An evergreen spreading shrub. At most it will reach
3' with a spread of 10'. Densely branched with ¼-½'' dark green leaves with gray
underneath. White flowers give way to scarlet-red fruit.
73371
Cotoneaster
microphyllus ‘Cooperi’
— The pendulous branches on this variety will creep naturally down a wall or
embankment. Tiny, deep green foliage and red berries recommend this plant
for any partly sunny to shady, empty space. One of the best for bonsai.
6-12" $14.95
73246
Cotoneaster
microphyllus ‘Emerald Spray’
— This is a rounded, low growing shrub 2' high by 6' wide. It’s large red
berries set off the rich, emerald green, small rounded foliage. A good plant
for bonsai that responds well to pruning for shape. 6-12" $8.95, 1-2'
$10.95
NEW
73225
Cotoneaster
microphyllus ‘Thymifolia’
— This plant has the smallest leaves of any Cotoneaster and it is a
most attractive dwarf that only grows about 1' high. It’s shinny leaves and
bright red berries make it a nice plant for pot culture as well as in the
garden. 6-12" $9.95
71358
Cotoneaster salicifolia
‘Repens’ — (-10°F, USDA
Zones 6-8). Dark green foliage becomes reddish purple in the winter on this low
grower. ‘Repens’ is evergreen to semi evergreen depending upon the severity of
the temperature. Produces lots of red fruit. 2-3' $24.95
CYTISUS - BROOM
71414 Cytisus battandieri
— (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9). This vigorous, deciduous, upright growing shrub can
reach 15' in height and spread to 15'. Silver gray, trifoliate, 4'' leaves are
similar to Laburnum leaves. In mid to late summer, dense, up right,
terminal racemes of sunny yellow flowers appear. The 6'' blooms smell of
pineapple as they open. Plant in moderately fertile well drained soil in full
sun. Brooms thrive in poor, acidic soils. 6-12" $18.95, 1-2' $24.95
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