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DABOECIA - IRISH HEATH — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8).
Give the Heaths moist, well drained, acidic soils. They do fine in full sun to
partial shade.
71361 Daboecia cantabrica ‘Alba’ — Dark green,
oval to lance-shaped small leaves make the perfect foil for the oval to
urn-shaped white flowers produced in 3-5" terminal racemes early summer to mid
fall. Grows to 2' and does best in peaty soil. 6-12" $4.95
DAPHNE — Fabulous evergreen, semievergreen and
deciduous shrubs for a variety of places in the landscape. Most flower best in
sun but they accept some shade, especially in hot summer areas. They prefer
nearly neutral, well-drained soil. Plant them where you plan on keeping them--daphnes
resent being moved. And the fragrance of daphnes, wow!
72340 Daphne bholua — (10°F, USDA Zones 8-9)
Just gorgeous with its deep dusky plum buds that open to white flowers with a
violet reverse. The flowers effuse a wonderful sweet scent to those nearby. All
on a 4 to 6' sturdy, somewhat upright, semievergreen shrub. It tolerates
considerable frost but seems to respond best if protected from harsh, winter
onslaughts. Does tolerate pollution. 1-2' $26.95
Daphne x burkwoodii — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8)
A hybrid of D. cneorum x D. caucasica. This species is a
semievergreen shrub, upright and densely branched to 3-5'. The fragrant flowers
bloom in late spring and some varieties again in autumn. The white to pink or
pale purple blooms appear on terminal clusters of 16 flowers each.
70262 Daphne x burkwoodii ‘Carol
Mackie’ — This plant has gold-edged leaves, making it doubly attractive.
Evergreen or semievergreen, compact to 4'. Flowers are pale pink and
fragrant. 1-2' $69.95
71905 Daphne caucasica — (-10°F, USDA Zones
6-8) This semi-deciduous shrub reaches 4' in height with an equal spread. The
fragrant white flowers are ½" wide and appear in spring and intermittently until
frost. It prefers a little shade in hot summer areas but can grow in full sun.
The dainty gray-green leaves are small, and with the flowers, they create a soft
touch in the landscape. 6-12" $19.95
NEW
73443 Daphne cneorum - Rose Daphne, Garland Daphne — (-30°F, USDA
Zones 4-7) This charming, rounded, evergreen shrub grows 4-6" high and 8-10"
wide. Its lance-shaped dark green leaves are covered in ½" dense clusters of
pink to rose flowers in late spring. Flowers are strongly fragrant. Provide
excellent drainage and shear flowers after blooming to encourage plant vigor.
6-12" $19.95
70168 Daphne x medfordensis‘Lawrence
Crocker’ — The rich pink purple flowers bloom all through the summer on top
of the narrow, dark green leaves. ‘Lawrence’ grows only 3'' tall and 12'' wide
making it a perfect addition to a rock garden. 6-12" $32.95
Daphne odora - Winter Daphne — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-10)
This densely branched, rounded evergreen shrub grows in a broadly spreading form
to 4'. The heavenly scented, deep, purple-pink with white flowers emerge in
early spring in clusters amidst the 3-4" glossy, leathery, deep green leaves.
Bloom period is long. This daphne does well in mostly shade and should always be
protected from hot afternoon sun. It also likes a little lime at planting time
in acid soils.
73412
Daphne odora f. alba
— A fabulous form much in demand for its
wonderfully fragrant creamy white flowers that adorn the dark glossy green
foliage. A good container plant that does well in the shade. 6-12"
$16.95, 2-3' $39.95
70773 Daphne odora ‘Aureomarginata’— Has
leaves with creamy irregular margins and red-purple edged flowers with paler
centers. Another very fragrant form growing into a fine spreading specimen.
1-2' $39.95
73871 Daphne odora ‘Zuiko Nishiki’ — This
Japanese variety has deep pink buds that open to a lighter tone and give off
the wonderful Daphne fragrance to the surrounding area. Bring some
indoors! 1-2' $29.95
Daphne retusa — See Daphne tangutica Retusa
Group.
72019 Daphne tangutica — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9)
Dense , evergreen shrub with lance-shaped leaves and fragrant clusters of
pink-tinged white flowers followed by red fruit. Becomes an elegant 3' by 3'
specimen or companion to dwarf conifers or tall perennials. 1-2' $39.95
71246 Daphne tangutica Retusa Group — Syn.
Daphne retusa. (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) An evergreen dwarf shrub
reaching about 30" high and wide. The fragrant flowers are borne in terminal
clusters of up to 10 or more. The charming blooms are purple-red outside and
white within. Fleshy red fruit follow the blooms. 6-12" $22.95, 1-2'
$47.95
73442 Daphne x thauma ‘Reginald Farrer’— (0°F,
USDA Zones 7-9) A naturally occurring hybrid between D. petraea and D. striata.
Introduced into cultivation nearly 100 years ago by Reginald Farrer, it’s
particular about its conditions, often not flowering profusely or dropping
leaves without warning when unhappy. When happy it is a great miniature (6'' x
10'') for the garden with soft pink flowers contrasting the dark, dense foliage.
1-2' $39.95
72019 Daphne
x transatlantica
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) (D. causasica x D. collina) Mounding,
well branched shrubs with thin dark green leaves to 1½''. A prolific bloomer
with intoxicating fragrance.
73856
Daphne x transatlantica
‘Eternal Fragrance’ — As one who never saw a Daphne she didn’t like,
you might not believe me, but this is a truly outstanding plant! Its
rounded, full 2-3’ is just right to tuck into just about any sunny site. The
strong scented flowers cover the plant in early spring and then again in
about 4 to 6 weeks and repeats until fall!!!! They knew what they were doing
when they named this one. 1-2' $45.95, 2-3' $65.95
72343 Daphne x transatlantica ‘Summer
Ice’ — A very prolific bloomer with the same shape as ‘Jim’s
Pride’ with silvery edged leaves, giving the shrub an overall shimmer,
especially in summer. 1-2' $33.95
DAVIDIA
71730 Davidia involucrata - Dove Tree — (-10°F,
USDA Zones 6-9) This uncommon tree native to China, has the most unusual, showy
blooms! The flowers suggest white doves nesting among the large green leaves.
The foliage turns a beautiful yellow in the fall when the conditions are right.
Protect newly planted trees in cold winter areas the first few years. The Dove
Tree becomes hardier as it ages. 4-5' $99.95, 5-6' $109.95
71993 Davidia involucrata ‘Sonoma’—
Fast-growing with a broad pyramidal outline and dense symmetrical branching.
Blooms earlier in the year and younger than the species. Leaves are even
darker and larger than the species with good heat tolerance. Grows 40-50'
tall with a 25-30' spread. 2-3' $115.95, 3-4' $139.95, 4-5' $149.95
NEW
71857 Davidia laeta — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This is a rare Dove
Tree brought into the U.S. by mistake. It has smaller flowers and a smaller
stature than D. involucrata, as well as a more horizontal branching
pattern. The leaves have a subtle white band around the base. This form is
somewhat ice resistant. 1-2' $79.95
DEUTZIA — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Deutzias are
trouble free when grown in well drained soil in full sun to part shade. The
beautiful flowers emerge abundantly in spring, a joy in any setting. A deciduous
shrub that can be pruned with great results after it blooms. Most make good
hedges.
Deutzia x elegantissima
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) A cross between D. purpurascens and
D. sieboldiana.
73228
Deutzia x elegantissima ‘Rosealind’ — A lovely compact
form of Deutzia that grows to about 4' x 4' with deep carmine pink
flowers on graceful arching branches. 1-2' $16.95
72344 Deutzia gracilis ‘Chardonnay Pearls’ — A
lovely accent shrub for contrast in the border with its beautiful, scorch
resistant, lime green foliage that retains its color all summer. Shining
pearl-like buds sit amongst and above the foliage then burst into pretty white
blossoms in May and June. In hot summer areas give it some afternoon shade.
1-2' $15.95
70356 Deutzia gracilis ‘Nikko’ — Syn.
crenata var Nankiana. A deciduous dwarf shrub, very low growing and very
appealing with its white flowers in the spring on beautiful arching branches
of bright green leaves. An added delight, the foliage turns a beautiful
burgundy in the fall. 1-2' $16.95
Deutzia x hybrida — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8)
The selections from this Deutzia cross are prolific bloomers on
medium-sized shrubs. One of the nicest deciduous shrubs for size, shape, and
interest in the garden. Prefers part shade in hot summer areas but can take full
sun. Blooms in May or June.
71519 Deutzia x hybrida
‘Magicien’ — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Cloaked in beautiful flowers amidst
shiny leaves, this medium-sized shrub grows neatly to 4-6'. The purple
flower buds open to reveal lighter purple-pink flowers edged in white.
2-3' $21.95
70167 Deutzia x hybrida ‘Mont
Rose’ — A lovely upright shrub with dark green leaves. It grows to 4'
tall and wide with star-shaped, rosy flowers that have wavy petals and
yellow anthers. 3-4' $34.95
73580 Deutzia
x hybrida ‘Strawberry Fields’
— Fragrant crimson flowers with light pink
petal bases on a compact plant to 3'. Always pleasing. 4-5' $49.95
Deutzia scabra
- Fuzzy Deutzia —
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) Grows to 10' and about as wide. This Deutzia will
be a round topped shrub with spreading, arching branches. Since it flowers on
old wood, any pruning should be done after flowering. Flowers bloom in 3-6"
upright panicles in early summer. Prune to produce best flower and shape,
remembering that the flowers are borne on old wood.
71661 Deutzia scabra ‘Variegata’ — Similar
to above, but grows to only 6' and has green leaves splashed with white
variegation, an unusual and lovely effect. Fragrant white flowers bloom as
above. 6-12" $12.95
Excellent in the landscape; excellent for bonsai.
DISANTHUS — Plant it in rich, humus soil with ample
moisture and protection from strong winds and hot sun. But do give it some sun
for the best development of its spectacular fall color!
70360 Disanthus cercidifolius — (-20°F, USDA
Zones 5-8) This shrub, native to Japan, is very showy in autumn displaying deep
red leaves with tints of orange and purple. In the spring and summer the rounded
heart-shaped foliage is heavily veined and dark green. It bears numerous dark
purple flowers less than 1" across and forms a spreading shrub of 8-12' high.
1-2' $15.95, 2-3' $18.95
DISTYLIUM
— (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) Prefers moist, acidic soil, high levels of organic
matter, and partial shade.
71590
Distylium racemosum - Isu Tree — A
most interesting member of the Hamamelis family. The flowers have no
petals but the stamens are purple with a five part calyx covered with hairs,
giving the appearance of a witch hazel in late March and April. This upright
spreading and open evergreen shrub grows slowly to 10' in cultivation. A worthy
addition to your collection. 4-5' $49.95
DRIMYS
70463 Drimys lanceolata - Pepper Tree — (10°F,
USDA Zones 8-10) This aromatic evergreen of S.E. Australia and Tasmania has very
attractive, coppery new foliage on dark red stems. Grows into a large shrub of
neat yet artistic habit. Many clusters of fragrant white flowers sparkle amidst
the red stems and deep green leaves in April and May. If this plant is hardy
enough for your garden you will love it in the mixed border; if not, it’s very
attractive in a container, under planted with cascading annuals and brought in
for protection in the winter. 6-12" $9.95
ELAEAGNUS
72129 Elaeagnus x ebbingei — (0°F, USDA
Zones 7-9) A fast growing evergreen shrub with a dense rounded, spreading habit
to 10' x 10' wide. Large, gray-green, leathery leaves have silvery undersides.
Heavily scented flowers bloom in the fall, followed by edible, orange-red
berries in the spring. This is a very adaptable shrub that does well, once
established, in all but very soggy soils, sun or shade. Excellent for hedging or
background planting. 3-4' $19.95
71310 Elaeagnus x ebbingei
‘Gilt Edge’
— Leaves are elliptic and leathery with
prominent soft yellow gold margins and soft green centers. Bears small,
fragrant, creamy white flowers in the fall. Does best in light, sandy loam.
Quite striking! 6-12" $11.95
70179 Elaeagnus
umbellata ‘Garnet’ — (-30°F, USDA
Zones 4-9) A great ornamental and fruiting plant for the landscape. It is
disease resistant and hardy. This variety will get 10-12' tall and equally wide.
Narrow foliage is medium green and shiny, a great contrast to the white flowers
and later heavy clusters of red fruit. 4-5' $49.95
ELEUTHEROCOCCUS
70808 Eleutherococcus sieboldianus ‘Variegatus’ -
Hardy Variegated Aralia — Rare and handsome, this thorny shrub has leaves
which are very distinctly margined with creamy white in the spring, becoming a
softer silver-white in the summer. Growth to 8', but takes clipping very well. A
very eye-catching specimen. 6-12" $18.95
ENKIANTHUS
70217 Enkianthus campanulatus - Redvein Enkianthus
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) This erect-branched Japanese species will grow to
8-10' and invite comment after comment with its autumn foliage of every shade
from yellow to red. Abundant, cup-shaped flowers of creamy-bronze with red
veining appear in pendulous clusters and last for almost the entire month of
May. A super shrub or small tree, easy to grow. Needs acid soil and full sun to
partial shade. Combines well with rhododendrons. 2-3' $19.95
NEW
72092 Enkianthus campanulatus ‘Miyama beni’ — This is a fairly
new variety of Enkianthus that grows faster than the species to form
a nicely balanced shape. It is a good bloomer with delicate little red-pink
flowers that are charming accents to the dark leaves and red stems. 2-3'
$56.95
NEW
73939 Enkianthus campanulatus var. palibiniana — This
is the fantastic red form of Campanulatus. A rare plant in
cultivation with deep red veins on a lighter red background. A native to
Japan, this red form is especially rare and highly valued by the Japanese.
What a sight to see 10' plants in their native Japanese home. Unbelievable!
2-3' $56.95
70266 Enkianthus campanulatus ‘Red Bells’ —
The cup-shaped flowers hang beautifully in clusters that show heavy red
veining, making them look like, well, red bells! Superb red foliage in the
fall. An excellent plant for year round color. 2-3' $39.95
73891 Enkianthus campanulatus ‘Sikokianus’
— Flower buds are dark maroon which open to bell shaped, dark brick-red
flowers with streaks of light pink. 2-3' $39.95
73280 Enkianthus
cernuus — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8)
This species is native to Japan and grows to be an 8’x8’ shrub. White
bell-shaped fringed flowers hang delicately from the upright branches. 2-3'
$24.95
ERICA - HEATH
73326 Erica arborea ‘Spring Smile’— (20°F, USDA
Zone 9-10) The soft new foliage on this Tree Heath is golden yellow, and when
the white flowers, kissed with pink join in the show, it is sure to make you
smile. Larger than most Ericas, growing to 5' tall with a spread of 3'.
1-2' $25.95
NEW
70889 Erica x darleyensis ‘Furzey’ — Rosy pink flowers.
3-6" $4.95
72096 Erica x darleyensis ‘Kramer’s
Rote’ — Magenta flowers. 3-6" $4.95
71367 Erica x darleyensis ‘Mediterranean
Pink’ — Pink
flowers. 3-6" $4.95
73875
Erica x darleyensis ‘Spring
Surprise’— Dark rose flowers from March to May on dark green plants of a
broadly upright structure. It is a tetraploid from Kurt Kramer’s breeding
program. Nice. 3-6" $4.95
72098 Erica x darleyensis ‘White
Perfection’ — Pure white flowers. 3-6" $4.95
ESCALLONIA — (10°F, USDA Zones 8-9) Escallonias
make a beautiful flowering hedge. They have a long summer flowering season and
readily accept any pruning or shaping or form attractive shrubs without
trimming. They adapt to most soils but prefer well-draining; give full sun for
best flowers and foliage and shelter from drying winds. Escallonias will
recover quickly if damaged by freeze. Very drought tolerant once established.
NEW
71410 Escallonia ‘Gold Brian’— This voluptuous evergreen
shrub is clothed in medium sized, rounded leaves of gold! In early spring and
again in fall this gold is kissed with pink. Raspberry-pink flowers bloom freely
over a long period during summer. Good sun is needed to keep the nice gold
coloring, but won’t like a hot spot. 3-4' $29.95
71802 Escallonia ‘Pink Princess’ — Abundant
small pink flowers adorn this tidy, evergreen shrub in summer. When grown in
coastal areas it can withstand full sun, however, it will perform better in
interior regions with light shade. Drought tolerant once established. Will form
a plant of 5-8' in both height and width. 2-3' $25.95
EUCALYPTUS
NEW
70775 Eucalyptus cinerea - Corkscrew or Silver Dollar Gum — (10°F,
USDA Zones 8-10) Juvenile foliage on this tree gives it the descriptive common
name. The tree is medium sized with decorative silvery gray leaves and fibrous
bark. 5-6' $49.95
73966 Eucalyptus coccifera — (10°F, USDA Zones
8-10) A hardy Eucalypt grows to a small tree of 20' with rounded crown. The
peeling bark is yellow to pink when fresh and ages to white. The showy "flowers"
on this tree are actually from enlarged stamens and are lovely and white hanging
from the branches in clusters. The peppermint smelling, narrow, foliage is sea
green young and matures to a dusty blue color. Great ornamental with a moderate
growth rate of 3' per year. 1-2' $19.95
NEW
70774 Eucalyptus dalrympleana - Mountain Gum — (0°F, USDA Zones
7-10) One of the hardier forms. Once established this tree has been observed to
tolerate lower temperatures than listed above. It is one of the most attractive
of the eucalyptus, characterized by smooth, colorful bark, peeling to reveal new
bark, first white, then salmon pink and finally turning brown. This is a very
fast growing form which can reach 100' or more. It has gray-green leaves, bronze
colored when young. 4-5' $45.95
NEW
70037 Eucalyptus gunnii - Cider Gum — (10°F, USDA Zones 8-10) Very
fast growing, medium to large tree. Silver dollar shaped leaves on young growth
become lance-shaped on older growth. Prune to grow as a large shrub to have an
abundance of leaves for arrangements. Small creamy white flowers appear April
through June from shiny green buds and later become lovely bell-shaped seed
capsules in clusters. This is a good shade, windbreak or privacy screen. Hardy
once established. 1-2' $19.95
NEW
70722 Eucalyptus perriniana - Spinning Gum — (10°F, USDA Zones
7-10) This gum with rounded leaves grows 15-30' and is best cut back and kept as
a shrub to enjoy the foliage. Leaves are silver, and many small white flowers
appear in spring. A nice one to use in arrangements! 1-2' $19.95
EUONYMUS — Grow in well drained soil in sun or
partial shade. Euonymus need more moisture in areas with full sun. The
groundcover varieties can tolerate anything but boggy soils and are pH
adaptable.
70386 Euonymus bungeanus ‘Pink Lady’ — (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-8) This Euonymus is considered to be either a large shrub or small
tree as it will reach 20' in height and 15' in width. Deciduous or semievergreen
with graceful arching branches. Finely toothed, oval 4" leaves change to yellow
and pink in the fall followed by yellowish white fruit tinged with pink. 4-5'
$45.95
Euonymus europaeas
- European Spindletree — (-30°F, USDA
Zones 4-9) Very different flowers and fruit make this quite a unique plant.
Bright pink seed capsules open to show off dangling orange red fruit. And then,
intense yellow fall foliage completes the spindletree buffet. What an unusual
plant this makes in the garden.
72231 Euonymus europaeas ‘Red Cap’ —
Selected for it’s especially persistent and abundant bright red fruit.
4-5' $45.95
70230 Euonymus europaeas ‘Red Cascade’ —
This broadly conical deciduous shrub or small tree bears oval, scalloped,
dark green leaves and produces an abundance of ¾" red fruit. It glows red in
the fall’. 4-5' $45.95
Euonymus fortunei - Wintercreeper — (-20°F, USDA
Zones 5-9) This is a variable species with a large range of leaf types. A fast
growing evergreen, this shrub is a delightfully bright spot in the garden in all
seasons.
70615 Euonymus fortunei ‘Coloratus’ — The
summer dark green leaves turn purple-red from late autumn to winter in cold
weather on this fast growing ground cover. 2-3' $22.95
70041 Euonymus fortunei ‘Emerald Gaiety’ —
(-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) A small, dense, erect evergreen shrub with green
leaves edged creamy yellow, turning to creamy white. In winter it provides
welcome beauty as it contrasts with the dull greens and browns. Good winter
hardiness, especially if provided with winter shade or snow cover. 6-12"
$12.95
70233 Euonymus fortunei ‘Harlequin’ — Each
leaf is touched with a bright white variegation. 3-6" $8.95
NEW
72581 Euonymus fortunei ‘Woolong Ghost’ — Deep green leaves
are narrow and elongated with silvery white veins. This is a really nice
low-growing groundcover that spreads fairly quickly to 3-4’. Collected in
1996 by Don Hinkley in Yunnan’s Nature Preserve. 2-3' $24.95
71679 Euonymus hamiltonianus ssp. sieboldianus
- Yeddo Euonymus — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-7) This deciduous, coarsely textured
small tree or shrub will reach 10-15' with exposure to alkaline soils. It has
¾'' red fruit as well. It forms a nice summer screen or prune to desired height.
3-4' $25.95
EXOCHORDA
71470 Exochorda x macrantha ‘The Bride’—
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) E. racemosa x E. korolkowii. Light to
medium green leaves cover this mounding 3-4' bushy shrub with downward arching
twiggy stems. In late spring and early summer the plant is covered with racemes
of snowy white flowers. 6-12" $12.95
FABIANA
73872 Fabiana imbricata ‘Alba’ — (15°F, USDA
Zones 9-10) An evergreen heathlike shrub native to the mountains of South
America. It produces small white flowers in early summer. 6-12" $16.95
FAGUS - BEECH
73483 Fagus grandifolia ‘Cameron’s Weeping’ —
The only known selection from the eastern American native beech. Larger leaves,
than the F. sylvatica and its’ progeny, they are held longer into winter as
well. As the name implies, it is a weeping form. Like many weeping plants it
likely requires staking to desired height. Mature size is as yet unknown,
suspected 15-20' high and wide. 2-3' $55.95
Fagus sylvatica - European Beech — (-30°F, USDA Zones
4-7) The classic, statuesque beech of Gothic novels. Somewhat spreading or
columnar, growing 60-80' tall. Known for its fall color, F. sylvatica
turns a coppery yellow and orange each year. Not only a fabulous specimen shade
tree but also excellent for hedging. The bark is gray and smooth, developing an
elephant hide appearance with age. Withstands a variety of soil conditions as
long as it is well drained but prefers slightly acidic soil. Plant purple leaved
varieties in full sun and the yellow-leaved varieties in partial shade.
73271 Fagus sylvatica ‘Ansorgei’ — This is
an old, pendulous variety that was introduced in 1891 but seldom offered. A
very delicate looking tree with narrow, willowlike, linear leaf lobes of
dark burgundy. More of a shrub than a tree, growing to about 6' in 10 years,
which would make it an excellent specimen tree for small areas. 1-2'
$56.95
73272 Fagus sylvatica ‘Aurea Pendula’ — As
the name implies this is a bright yellow-leaved weeping beech and it has
strongly cascading branches. Though it has been in cultivation since around
1900, it is seldom seen on the market. May sunburn when planted in strong
afternoon sun, so give this jewel some shade. 1-2' $29.95
73888 Fagus sylvatica ‘Cockleshell’ — slow
growing somewhat columnar form, glossy, round green leaves. 1-2' $34.95
71324 Fagus sylvatica ‘Dawyck Gold’ — Has
an elegantly narrow, columnar habit to 60' x 22'. Yellow new growth turns to
rich green and then to golden yellow again in the fall. Perfect fit into
that corner and then planted in front with purple or blue foliage shrubs.
2-3' $49.95
71252 Fagus sylvatica ‘Dawyck Purple’ — As
the name suggests, it has deep purple foliage. A perfect complement for that
landscape spot that needs a narrow, columnar spacemen to contrast with
adjacent green, spreading trees. 70' x 15'. 1-2' $29.95
70294 Fagus sylvatica ‘Purple Fountain’ — A
very narrow, upright purple beech with an interesting, graceful habit. The
top branches remain erect, while older secondary branches become pendulous.
All are coated with lustrous purple foliage in the spring. The small
stature, to 12' with a 3' spread, allows those gardeners with limited space
an opportunity to own a fine specimen beech. 1-2' $29.95
70234 Fagus sylvatica ‘Red Obelisk’ —This
less common cultivar sports dissected leaves emerging a dark red-purple,
often mixed with a sprinkling of even lighter margined leaves throughout--a
very appealing textural effect. It will grow up to 1' each year, eventually
forming a tree of 50-60' in height with a columnar shape. 1-2' $29.95
71660 Fagus sylvatica ‘Riversii’ — Another
form of this most stately tree. The black-purple leaves clothe the branches
like a velvet stole. Leaves will glisten royally in the sunshine. This
selection becomes a large, dignified specimen. 1-2' $29.95, 5-6' $119.95
71160 Fagus sylvatica ‘Rohanii’ — This
dusky purple foliaged cultivar shows off its unusual dusky purple leaves
through early summer when they change to a deep green. It’s a vigorous
grower! 1-2' $32.95
70275 Fagus sylvatica ‘Roseo Marginata’ —
Syn. ‘Tricolor’. Purple leaves with an irregular rose and lighter pink
border grace this very beautiful tree. It shows off best in light shade as
its shiny foliage can sunburn. It grows into a beautifully shaped 30’
specimen, turning heads everywhere it’s planted. 1-2' $32.95
NEW
71125 Fagus sylvatica ‘Tortuosa Purpurea’ — Twisted, contorted
branches and trunk distinguish this low spreading plant. Forms a rounded
dome of purple foliage with some branches becoming pendulous. It is
sometimes referred to as the "Parasol Beech." 1-2' $32.95
FATSHEDERA
70129 Fatshedera lizei - Aralia Ivy — (10°F,
USDA Zones 8-10) A bigeneric hybrid between F. japonica ‘Moseri’ and
Hedera helix ‘Hibernica’ resulting in a semiclimbing evergreen shrub or
vine. It does not self cling, but it can be trained on a wall or trellis. Grows
3-5' on its own, but additional structures can extend this to about 10'. Has
lustrous, dark green palmate leaves and 4-10'' long panicles of small greenish
white flowers appearing in autumn. Prefers moist, well drained soil in full sun
to part shade and can even be enjoyed indoors as a house plant for many years if
grown in good light. 1-2' $18.95, 2-3' $34.95, 3-4' $39.95
FORSYTHIA
71725 Forsythia ‘Arnold Dwarf’ — (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-8) A hybrid of F. x intermedia and F. japonica
var. saxatilis. A few yellow-green flowers may appear on young plants and
become more abundant as the plant matures, generally 5-6 years. Finely serrated
bright green leaves on arching branches. Growing to 3' high and 7' wide with a
creeping habit and rooting along the branches. 2-3' $19.95
72292 Forsythia giraldiana ‘Golden Times’ —
This terrific forsythia may be a little shy flowering, however, the foliage more
than makes up for it. Leaves emerge bright yellow, as foliage ages, some of the
leaf centers become green and the leaf margins turn creamy white. 2-3' $19.95
Forsythia x intermedia - Border Forsythia —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Deciduous shrub with upright, loose, arching habit
quickly reaching 8-10' in height and 10’ in width. Leaves are opposite, 3-5"
long, dark green above, lighter green beneath. Flowers are pale to dark yellow
with 4 petals, blooming in March-April, on old wood. Grows in most soils, but
prefers moist, moderately fertile conditions and blooms best in sun.
70597 Forsythia x intermedia ‘Fiesta’
— A fiesta of color is the trademark of this unique forsythia. The
foliage is bright yellow and green, stems are red, and to top it all off,
you have beautiful yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. Grows to 5' tall
and will also grow in partial shade. 2-3' $14.95
71771 Forsythia x intermedia Gold Tide™ — This is a
first choice, well-branched compact grower or groundcover that grows only 1½'
tall and 5' wide. Mixing well with the moss green foliage is an abundance of
grapefruit yellow blooms. 1-2' $14.95
Forsythia x intermedia ‘Golden Peep’ — This introduction
from France is a welcome addition to the spring blooming forsythias. A dwarf
that blooms heavily and reliably on young growth and has deep golden flowers
on a plant 1½ to 2½' tall. Excellent for a spot of spring color in large or
small gardens. 1-2' $14.95
73581 Forsythia x intermedia Show Off™
— Syn. Mindor. Not your mother’s variety of Forsythia. This nearly
incandescent, yellow flowered shrub, is just what our bleary eyes need in
February and March! Growing to 4-6' high and wide this one will draw
attention to your space. 1-2' $16.95
Forsythia viridissima - Greenstem Forsythia
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Clusters of bright yellow flowers, stained green,
decorate this lovely green stem forsythia. The stiff upright branches remain
olive green for several seasons. Deep green lance shaped leaves flush purple in
the fall. Grows to 6-10' tall.
73825
Forsythia viridissima Citrus Swizzle™
— Forsythia is one of my favorite shrubs for
its early blooms. In March and April the soft yellow flowers warm our eyes
and souls with a preview of spring. This sweetie will continue the warming
trend with yellow variegated foliage through spring and summer. Great for a
part shade corner or sunny border. This lovely little shrub will grow 24'’.
6-12" $12.95
Forsythia viridissima var. koreana
72341 Forsythia viridissima var. koreana
‘Kumson’ — If you’ve always thought forsythia were boring plants
when out of bloom, here’s one for you. Excellent variegated foliage,
unique for a forsythia, and not the usual variegation: sturdy green
leaves with an attractive spider web of silver/white veins. Soft yellow
flowers burst forth in early spring, often with suffused, green tones.
In fall the leaves turn a wonderful bronze-green-purple. 4 to 6' tall
and wide. Yes, unique! 6-12" $12.95
FOTHERGILLA
F othergilla gardenii - Dwarf Fothergilla
— (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-9) The lowest growing of Fothergillas, 2-3' tall or up to
5', this form has 1" long white flower spikes and thimble-like flowers. The leaf
is dark to almost blue-green, turning to yellow, orange and scarlet in the fall.
It does well in partial shade, but the flowers and colors are best when planted
in full sun with moist, well-drained, acidic soil.
70669 Fothergilla gardenii ‘Blue Mist’ — A
very nice form with glaucous blue foliage and mounded growth habit to 3' or
more. The leaves hold longer than some of the other varieties, and it is a
nice contrast to the normal green in the summer garden. Flowers are honey
scented, and appear April-May. 6-12" $12.95, 1-2' $19.95
71807 Fothergilla gardenii ‘Mt. Airy’ —
This plant has a more upright habit, growing to 3-5'. Foliage is a good,
dark green in summer, turning beautiful yellow, orange and red in fall.
Numerous white flowers. 1-2' $17.95
FRANKLINIA
73220 Franklinia alatamaha — (-10°F, USDA Zones
6-9) A rare and interesting small tree, to 20' now found only in cultivation.
The large leaves are lustrous green above and pale beneath in summer and turn to
scarlet crimson before dropping in the fall. Lovely, creamy white cup-shaped
flowers open during hot, late summer days continuing on into fall some years.
It’s a striking show: white flowers at the same time as the scarlet foliage!
Native to Georgia, but hardy to Massachusetts. It is not a fast grower and
prefers moist but well drained, acidic soil. 6-12" $22.95, 4-5' $79.95, 5-6'
$99.95
FRAXINUS - ASH — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) unless
otherwise noted. Grows best with fertile, moist, but well drained neutral to
alkaline soil in full sun.
71013 Fraxinus pennsylvanica ‘Variegata’—
(-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) This extremely adaptable tree transplants readily and is
at home about anywhere. A fast grower, reaching 50' in height and about 25' in
spread. This variegated form is especially light and cheery in the landscape.
5-6' $69.95
FUCHSIA — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-11) unless otherwise
noted. Grow in fertile, well drained soil, providing a deep winter mulch in
colder areas. Keep just moist in winter, but water regularly and fertilize
weekly during growing season.
71681 Fuschia ‘David’ — Small flowers, red
sepals are accented by the purplish red corolla. Small leaves on an upright
grower that will be 3'. 1-2' $9.95
73375 Fuschia thymifolia —
A small leaved little upright that has small cherry pink blooms. Plant near
where you sit outside so you can really see this jewel.
2 Gallon $16.95
GARDENIA
Gardenia augusta — (10°F, USDA Zones 8-10) Syn.
Gardenia jasminoides. Medium to large, bushy shrub with glossy, deep green
leaves. Produces white to creamy-white, extremely fragrant flowers from summer
to autumn. Requires acidic, well drained and moist soil. Also needs protection
from wind and cold, but can be planted in either full sun or partial shade.
71965 Gardenia augusta ‘Kleim’s Hardy’
— Dark green, leathery, lustrous leaves are 2 to 4" long and 1 to 2" wide.
These leaves provide the perfect backdrop for the single, waxy, white and
beautifully fragrant flowers that bloom May-July. 6-12" $27.95
GAULNETTYA
71468 Gaulnettya wisleyensis ‘Wisley Pearl’ —
(-40°F, USDA Zone 3-8) This is a bigeneric hybrid of gaultheria and
pernettya, reaching about 2' in height. It has small white flowers and
bunches of beautiful maroon fruits that appear in fall and winter. It is most
unusual and is very rare in cultivation. Superb and quite different! 6-12"
$15.95
GAULTHERIA — Including the wintergreens,
Gaultheria need to be provided with acidic to neutral, peaty, moist soil in
partial shade. If you give them plenty of moisture, they will tolerate being in
the sun, but the site needs to be permanently moist.
Gaultheria mucronata — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-10) Syn.
Pernettya mucronata. This evergreen shrub has spine tipped leaves and small
bell-shaped pink to white flowers that appear in the spring and are followed by
pretty rose colored berries. The shrubs stay about 2-3' tall. Plant two or more
bushes to produce berries.
70221 Gaultheria mucronata Pink
Snowdrop™ — Brilliant pink fruit sets on this variety after the delicate
flowers fall. The sweet tasting fruit will entice those adventurous enough
to try this unusual snowdrop. 1-2' $24.95
71471
Gaultheria procumbens -
Wintergreen — (-40°F, USDA
Zones 3-8) A beautiful, hardy creeping, rhizomatous groundcover grows to 6"
tall, with shiny, deep green foliage. The flowers are white, urn-shaped bells,
which produce showy, edible red berries of wintergreen flavor. Space 1-2' apart
for good coverage. 3-6" $4.95
71472
Gaultheria shallon - Salal
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) This West coast native will grow from 1-2' tall in dry
soil, and 4-5' tall in shade and moist soil. A compact bushy evergreen that
spreads by suckers, this plant produces small, white to pinkish bells in loose
clusters on red stalks from March-June. Birds enjoy the edible, but bland, black
fruit. Makes a good fill in plant for cut flowers, and is excellent as a large
ground cover. 3-6" $4.95
GINKGO —
See the
Conifer Section.
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