PINUS -
PINE
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Pinus aristata - Bristlecone Pine — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) A very slow
growing, small tree or shrub native to the White Mountains of California.
Individual trees of this pine are known to be over 4,000 years old, with
some estimated at 7,100; thus, they are the oldest living things on earth.
Only grows 3-6" a year and after many years can reach a height of 20’. Fine,
short, dark green needles are heavily marked with pitch exudations, creating
a silvered effect. Growing at low elevations, the separated branches take on
the look of long, fat, bottle brushes. Excellent for bonsai. Unique in the
landscape. 6-12" $15.95, 2-3’ $49.95
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Pinus aristata ‘Sherwood Compact’ — DWARF. This is one of the smallest
of the dwarfs, growing 1-3" a year. It can be pyramidal or ball shaped.
The white resin on the needles creates additional interest for this choice
specimen. 3-6" $13.95, 6-12" $29.95
Pinus
banksiana - Jack
Pine — (-50°F, USDA Zones 2-7)
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Pinus banksiana -‘Angel’ — (-50oF, USDA zones 2-7) A
dwarf form of Jack Pine. This plant is part of the Jerry Morris Rocky
Mountain collection. Needles are very small like 3/8 of a inch. Needles
are bright Kelly green. Plant is a conical plant. Stems sometimes twist.
1-2’ $35.95
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Pinus banksiana -‘Chippewa’ — MINIATURE. We only have a few dwarf Jack
Pines and most of them, as with ‘Chippewa’, were raised by Alfred Fordham
at the Arnold Arboretum and introduced in about 1979. This is an
Irregularly shaped shrub with bright green needles. Ten year size is 1’ x
1’. Very special. 6-12" $35.95
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Pinus banksiana -’Manomet’ — DWARF. Globose as a young plant; later
conical. Sturdy looking. Medium green needles. 6-12" $16.95, 1-2’ $35.95
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Pinus banksiana -‘Schoodic’ — This selection from the Arnold Arboretum
in Massachusetts is rather tiny. ‘Schoodic’ is a prostrate, mat forming
dwarf variety of the Jack Pine. Short, dark green needles and open foliage
appear on horizontal, irregular and twisted branches. It will grow 2-4"
per year. 6-12" $32.95, 1-2’ $32.95
Pinus
cembra - Swiss
Stone Pine — (-50°F, USDA Zones 3-7) A charming five needle pine with
beautiful bluish-green needles which have a white band running down each
needle. It is an upright growing tree of distinctive habit. Eventually
growing to 50’ plus, at a rate of 3-6" a year, it will take some time to
reach this size in your garden. This very important ornamental does well in
open areas, in severe climates and in dry clay soil.
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Pinus cembra ‘Chalet’ — DWARF. This is a dense, rounded column of
soft blue-green foliage introduced by Vermeulen Nursery in New Jersey in
1972. I think all of the Pinus cembras are particularly nice with
wonderful textural interest. 1-2’ $41.95
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Pinus cembra ‘Chamolet’ — DWARF. A blue slow growing form that
grows upright and columnar. Mature height is about 6’. 6-12" $32.95
60323
Pinus cembra ‘Compacta Glauca’ — A very slow growing, tightly
branched, pyramidal native of the Alps. A very formal appearing tree
ideally suited for the small yard. 1-2’ $24.95
60993
Pinus cembra ‘Glauca Fastigiata’ — See Pinus cembra ‘Stricta’
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Pinus cembra ‘Nana’ — DWARF. A compact, upright plant with
blue-gray needles. This old variety remains an outstanding variety. 6-12"
$32.95
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Pinus cembra ‘Stricta’ — Sometimes sold as P. c. ‘Fastigiata’.
This plant is a slender column with densely fastigiate branches of a good
rich blue-green. 6-12" $19.95, 1-2’ $24.95
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Pinus cembra ‘Westhur’ — MINIATURE. A conical upright pine that grows
about 1" a year. Nice typical P. cempra textured green needles.
1-2’ $24.95
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Pinus contorta - Shore Pine — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) This is the
beautiful pine that grows along the coast of Oregon and Washington. It has
relatively short needles and a good full growth habit. It grows to an
attractive medium sized tree. Grown from seed. 5-6’ $69.95
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Pinus contorta var. latifolia ‘Chief Joseph’ — This is an
exciting introduction from Doug Wills in Sandy, Oregon. Winter color of
summer squash-yellow begins in October. In summer, it is a very beautiful
green. Upright growth but could form a small ball shape if pruned. It
grows 2-4" a year. 1-2’ $99.95
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Pinus contorta ‘Mt. Hood Marble’ — Plant was found during the walk of
the alpines at the ACS national meeting in Oregon in 1999. Brought back to
the nursery by Bill Barger and `Dennis the Menis’, a variegated form of
Lodge Pole Pine. Plant grows 3-4 inches a year. 3-6" $32.95
60349
Pinus contorta ‘Spaan’s Dwarf’ — DWARF. This interesting form of the
western shore pine has an unusual growth habit and very short needles. It
is a very desirable, rare plant. 1-2’ $35.95, 2-3’ $45.95
Pinus
densiflora -
Japanese Red Pine — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) A stately tree, eventually
reaching 90-100’, it is a fast grower when young. The handsome, broad head
is comprised of long, bluish-green needles and is borne on the top quarter
of the height of the straight, reddish trunk. The trunk often is composed of
multiple trunks at ground level. This makes an especially desirous effect
for informal gardens and provides moderate shade for woodland gardens.
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Pinus densiflora ‘Jane Kluis’ — A flat topped mounding variety of a
cross between Austrian Pine and Japanese Red Pine. Leaves a fresh light
green and stiff. A different color and texture for an eye-catching spot.
From a seedling found by Rudolph Kluis in Marlboro, New Jersey in the
1970’s. 6-12" $13.95
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Pinus densiflora ‘Little Christopher’ — DWARF. A f form of Japanese
Table Top Pine. Leaves are a light lime green on a flat globose plant. Can
be pruned into globe instead of flat top. A seedling found by Ed Rezek in
1991. 6-12" $26.95
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Pinus densiflora ‘Prostrata’ — Dense, low spreading form. 2-3’
$35.95
Pinus
flexilis
— (-30°F,
USDA Zones 4-8)
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Pinus flexilis ‘Bergman’s Dwarf’ — We’ll tell you about this one
when we see it. All we know now is that it should be a slow-growing comac
upright. 6-12" $16.95
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Pinus flexilis ‘Cessarini Blue’— A narrow blue form of Limber pine.
Very long powder blue needles on a very narrow plant. Plant named after
Joe Cesarini of Maryland. 4-5’ $59.95
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Pinus flexilis ‘Extra Blue’ — This is a fast growing, pyramidal plant.
It has very blue needles. On mature trees the dark gray bark begins to
furrow, increasing the grandeur of the display created by this plant. 1-2’
$32.95, 2-3’ $39.95
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Pinus flexilis ‘Mt Evans’ — This is a new plant that we don’t know
much about yet. We think it came from the Mt Evans Colorado. 1-2’ $32.95
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Pinus heldreichii — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-7) Syn. P. leucodermis.
Slow growing and compact, this species will eventually reach a height of 30’
with a spread of 15’. Smooth, white bark with dark green needles. 1-2’
$39.95
60418
Pinus heldreichii ‘Aureospicata’ — Although slow growing, this will
become a statuesque, broadly conical tree over time. The sharp yellow
topped needles are clustered at branch ends. The color effectively accents
yellow patches which occur on the trunk of mature trees as the rich, gray
bark begins to exfoliate. 2-3’ $45.95
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Pinus heldreichii ‘Compact Gem’ — DWARF. Compact is right for this
little jewel! Grows 1’’ per year to form a tidy, dwarf conifer with
needles of a nearly black green. 6-12" $32.95, 1-2’ $39.95
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Pinus heldreichii ‘Dayton’ — Unlike the species this variety has a
moderate growth rate. Like the species it has a great texture and contrast
with its dark green needles against the smooth white bark are very
attractive. A nice selection! 2-3’ $45.95
60856
Pinus helderchii ‘Irish Bell’ — This cultivar makes a small sturdy
tree that will grow nearly as wide as tall, reminiscent of a bell. The
stiff, deep green needles are on the upper portion of the shoots, allowing
the silver-white stems to be seen prominently through the foliage.
Salt-tolerant and disease-resistant, a great choice for the urban
landscape. 6-12" $29.95, 1-2’ $35.95
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Pinus heldreichii ‘Satellit’ — A upright form of pine that stays
shorter than 25’. The deep green needles on this tree are thick along the
vertical branches creating a lush dense effect. The texture of the P.
leucodermis always catches the eye in the garden. 6-12" $26.95, 2-3’
$39.95
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Pinus heldreichii ‘Schmidtii’ — DWARF. A favorite small pine. This
miniature ball of dark green foliage has reddish-brown buds and grows to
only about 2’ tall in 25 years. 6-12" $49.95
Pinus
koraiensis -
Korean Pine — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-7) This slow growing plant is considered
one of the best pines for small gardens. It is a 5 needle pine that has
dense, dark green needles which are short to medium length. Grows to 40’ in
cultivation, but can attain heights of 100’ or more. Native to Japan and
Korea, it is a very beautiful tree.
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Pinus koraiensis ‘Morris Blue’ — This is a pyrmidal slow growing
pine to 35’ with green curved needles that cover the branches that are
clear to the ground. You’ll like this one from, as the mname suggests, the
Morris Arborium in Philadelphia. 6-12" $16.95
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Pinus koraiensis ‘Silver Ray’ — Needles are blue green with a metallic
shine, creating a variegated appearance in the sun. 1-2’ $44.95, 2-3’
$59.95
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Pinus koraiensis ‘Winton’ — A low spreading Korean Pine with good
green needles and nice cones to 3 1/2’ high and about 4’ wide. 1-2’ $39.95
Pinus
leucodermis— See
P. heldreichii SEE
NOTE ABOVE
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Pinus monticola ‘Nana’ — MINIATURE. A slow-growing, irregular evergreen
conifer with short, soft blue-green needles. Prefers full sun in
well-drained soil. 2’ tall x 2’ wide in 10 years. Hardy to -20 degrees.
6-12" $32.95
Pinus mugo
- Swiss Mountain Pine — (-50°F, USDA Zones 2-9) Mugo pine is an excellent
landscape plant useful in many areas. In its taller forms, it is a small
tree. In its lower forms, it can be a ground cover with a low ‘bun shape’
and soft appearance. Quite versatile, as it will thrive in many situations.
The forms we offer are generally the smaller types. It adapts well to
shearing in the spring to keep the lower forms very flat. All will do well
in Zone 9 and even Zone 10 of California (though not in desert heat), but
possibly not as well in the Southeast.
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Pinus mugo ‘Big Tuna’ — Boldly textured, medium length needles make
this sturdy, upright, multi-stemmed tree a favorite for areas in the
landscape with a little more room. The slow-growing trees become taller
than wide and quite bushy. Very hardy and uniquely dense, ‘Big Tuna’ is
compact, but not dwarf. Buds turn showy during cold winter months and
stand out distinctly against dark green foliage. 1-2’ $24.95 on standard
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Pinus mugo ‘Gnom’ — MINIATURE.. At first this is squat and then
developing into an upright to conical form, with shorter, more dense
needles and a flat top, slowly maturing to 1.5’ tall by 3’ wide. Dirr
indicates that a 25-year-old plant was only 15" tall. 6-12" $16.95
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Pinus mugo ’Jacobsen’ — A slow growing bun form with a slight
contorted look. Grows about 3" per year. 6-12" $49.95
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Pinus mugo ‘Mitsch Mini’ — MINIATURE. A tiny grafted selection.
Deep green needles with contrasting brown candles in winter make it very
attractive. This is the ultimate in dwarf mugos, growing less than
1" per year. Excellent for the rock garden. 6-12" $16.95
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Pinus mugo ‘Moppet’ — MINIATURE. This recent introduction from Iseli Nursery is a witches broom off of the always popular Mugo Pine
‘Mops’. It is uniform and slow growing at a rate of about 1" a year. Very
cute, but put something near it so it will be noticed. 6-12" $16.95, 1-2’
$32.95
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Pinus mugo ‘Mops’ — MINIATURE. A slow-growing cultivar with dense,
dark green foliage, to nearly 2" long, attractively offset by brown growth
candles. This globose bush will achieve both a height and width of 3’ at
maturity. 6-12" $15.95
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Pinus mugo ‘Mountain Muffin’ — We couldn’t resist the name and now
we don’t know anything about it. We will let you know. 6-12" $15.95
60241
Pinus mugo var. pumilio — A form which is widely distributed in
the mountains of central Europe. A superb variety for the landscape, it is
often used as a ground cover. Can be pruned to keep it very low, as it
grows only 1-3" a year. Very adaptable and excellent to use in mass
planting or as a single plant in the garden. 1-2’ $24.95
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Pinus mugo ‘Sherwood Compact’ — DWARF. This plant has a dense habit
and rounded, upright shape. Needles are a nice, mid-green. Same as
‘Teeny’. 6-12" $32.95
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Pinus mugo ‘Teeny’ — DWARF. This mugo sports tiny, uniformly
straight, rich green needles, a very neat habit and extremely slow growth.
Needles are held radially, spreading out from the center on each of many,
short, well-clothed branches. Terminal buds are very showy, and the tight
globose plant will not outgrow even the smallest garden space. 6-12"
$32.95
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Pinus mugo ‘Valley Cushion’ — MINIATURE. This is another plant from
the Oregon State University selection program. It is exceptional for its
tight, low growth and deep green needles which cover the plant so tightly,
it looks like a cushion. Very special! 6-12" $41.95
Pinus
nigra - Austrian
or Black Pine — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) This impressive tree originated in
the forests of Austria and extends as far south as Turkey. Very rough, dark
brown and deeply cut bark along with shining dark green needles make for an
unforgettable show. This is an excellent background tree which is very dark
green, viewed from a distance. Mature height generally reaches to about 50’,
sometimes greater.
60601
Pinus nigra ‘Black Prince’ — DWARF. Possibly a hybrid of P.
thunbergii, this P. nigra is a very compact form. Short, dense
whorls of mid-green needles seem almost like daisies looking up at you. It
is also a slow grower. 6-12" $15.95, 1-2’ $49.95
61018
Pinus nigra ‘Frank’ — DWARF. A tight columnar plant. Leaves green.
Nice fastigiata form. Should be in trade more. Grows 8 inches a year. 1-2’
$49.95
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Pinus nigra ‘Helms Narrow’ — We aren’t sure of the name of this good
looking conifer. Since there are so many applications for narrow conifers
and relatively few of them, we thought w should bring this to you
regardless of the name. 3-4’ $41.95
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Pinus nigra ‘Oregon Green’— Slow growing Austrian Black Pine,
mature size 8’x 6’. Plant has dark green stiff needles, more numerous than
the species. 1-2’ $19.95, 2-3’ $39.95
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Pinus nigra ‘Pierrick Bregeon’ — DWARF. Very unique, compact, mounding
form, closely resembling Pinus mugo var. pumilo but with a
faster growth rate. Dark green needles are long when the plant is young
and as it matures, the new needles are reduced to ½ the normal length.
Grows 3’ x 5’ with no shearing required. An outstanding dwarf. 2-3’ $79.95
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Pinus nigra ‘Wurstle’ — DWARF. This variety has small needles growing
in tufts that come on later in the year. With age, it appears more
rounded. 6-12" $26.95
Pinus
parviflora -
Japanese White Pine — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) A mature specimen will have
wide spreading branches and a flat topped head. As a young tree it will have
a dense, conical almost pyramidal habit.
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Pinus parviflora ‘Adcock’s Dwarf’ — DWARF. Another excellent
selection for a small garden, this has a slow growing habit (1-3" a year)
and is very dense with short needles. 3-6" $24.95, 6-12" $32.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Al Fordham’ — MINIATURE. This grows somewhat like
‘Adcock’s Dwarf’ in growth pattern. Needles slightly different in size and
compression and this cultivar will reach 2’ by 1’ in 10 years. We think
this is going to be a very popular miniature. 6-12" $24.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Aoba jo’ — This well branched tree is narrow and
upright. The bright blue needles are short and curly. 6-12" $49.95
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Pinus parviflora ’Aoi’ — DWARF. This is a narrow, upright plant, with
short, blue needles. Slow-growing; about 8 inches a year. 6-12" $49.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Ara-kawa’ — A slow, upright growing pine with a
conical, semidwarf habit. The straight, thin dark-green needles are
gracefully held in dense clusters of 5 needles. The rough, textured bark
of this variety tends to exfoliate in thin scales, creating a rugged
appearance. 6-12" $24.95, 1-2’ $39.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Azuma-goyo’ — DWARF. A slow growing small pine with
needles about 1 1/4" long and thick. The blue color and dense growth make
this a very pleasing plant that is just going to develop more character as
it matures in the garden. 3-6" $29.95, 6-12" $35.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Brevifolia’ — A very desirable short needled, slow
growing pine (6-12" per year) with an upright habit. A 5 needled pine,
each needle bluish with contrasting white on one side. It is a neat
looking plant, excellent for rock gardens or wherever you need a small
plant with pleasing color and habit. 6-12" $32.95
60704
Pinus parviflora ‘Burke’s Bonsai’ — This is one of the selections made
by Joe Burke as suitable for Bonsai. It is an upright grower with short
twisted blue-gray needles. 3-6" $29.95
60996
Pinus parviflora ‘El-ko-nishiki’ — Almost prostrate, irregular, deep
green form. The branch ends turn up, giving it a happy aspect. As it
matures, it develops a corky bark giving it even more interest. 6-12"
$32.95
60188
Pinus parviflora ‘Fuku-zu-mi’ — MINIATURE. Bun shaped extremely slow
growing (2-4" a year) conifer that is perfect for rock or small gardens.
6-12" $41.95
60889
Pinus parviflora ‘Giborn’s Pyramid’ — A broad compact semidwarf upright
with blue-green needles in spring. Branches are very densely arranged and
it will reach 10’ by 6’. A very nice size for our smaller gardens. 1-2’
$32.95, 2-3’ $39.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Glauca’ — An attractive five-needled pine with
annual growth around 5", reaching an ultimate height of 40-60’. Its bluish
effect comes from blue-white bands on the inner sides of the needles. A
beautiful plant that holds its color through winter. 1-2’ $24.95, 2-3’
$35.95
60489
Pinus parviflora ‘Goldilocks’ — Dramatic color of blue brushed with a
creamy yellow. We believe that it will grow in an upright habit to be a
nice semi-dwarf that will find a place in almost any landscape. 6-12"
$39.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Gyo-ku-sen’ — DWARF. Short, thick, slightly recurving blue-grey needles. One can never have too many small Pinus
parvifloras. They just seem to highlight any area where they are planted.
3-6" $29.95
60489
Pinus parviflora ‘Hagoromo’ — MINIATURE. This lovely plant is one of
the best of the parviflora. It is a small bun, growing only ½-1" a year,
of beautiful sea blue-green foliage. 3-6" $29.95, 6-12" $41.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Hatsumari Goyo’ — A medium size to large upright with 1"
long blue needles. Male sex parts are lavender in spring! A conversation
piece in almost any gathering. Grows 1’ a year. 3-6" $19.95
61126
Pinus parviflora ‘Himeko-ja-nome’ — DWARF. A slow-N growing, dense
evergreen conifer which will eventually form an upright tree. Blue-green
needles are wildly variegated with bright gold. More colorful than ‘Ogon janome’. Prefers sun/partial shade (but less color in shade) in
well-drained soil. 3’ tall x 2.5’ wide in 10 years. Hardy to -20 degrees.
6-12" $49.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Ibo-Can’ — This nice plant has an irregular
upright habit that gives it a bushy look. Adds 6-12" per year. Twisted
blue needles adorn the compact branches, which end in a long bud. 6-12"
$37.95
60997
Pinus parviflora ‘Kobe’ — DWARF. Slow growing to about 8’ with a
conical habit. Short yellow-green needles. Grows about 4" a year. 6-12"
$39.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Miyajima’ — DWARF. Very similar to ‘Brevifolia’,
slow growing, blue needled with a white accent. This variety will evoke
the shrines of its namesake, Miyajima, Japan. One of the best P.
parvifloras, and that is saying a lot!! Truly a treasure. 1-2’ $66.95
60310
Pinus parviflora ‘Ogon Janome’ — This is a variegated form of P.
parviflora and extremely rare in this country. Grows 3-6" a year.
3-6"
$19.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Pentaphylla Kanrico’ — A dwarf, dense form of
Japanese White Pine. Plant upright with horizontal branches. Leaves
green-blue with fruiting bodies every year. Cones start out pink-red with
stamens yellow. Leaves are about one inch in length. Mature at 8 ft.. Used
in Bonsai! 6-12" $24.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Shi-ko-ken’— Full sun gives this variegated pine
its best color. Pine green needles ringed with strong yellow has more
contrast than most variegated pines. Grows 8-12" per year. 6-12" $49.95
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Pinus parviflora ‘Tani-mano-uki’ — This is a semidwarf form, pyramidal
with white variegated needles and pink tipped candles in the spring. 3-6"
$45.95
60494
Pinus pinea — (0°F, USDA Zone 7-9) A large growing Italian Stone Pine,
it has long, dark green needles on a good looking large tree. A rounded form
when young, it is more of an umbrella shape as it matures. 4-5’ $55.95
60309
Pinus ponderosa - Ponderosa Pine — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) A straight trunked and well branched tree, this pine will grow to 50-60’ in 50 years.
It has beautiful plated bark; glossy, dark green, very long needles and 3-5"
light red-brown cones. An attractive and hardy tree. 4-5’ $32.95
Pinus
pumila - Japanese
Stone Pine — DWARF. (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) This is also called a Dwarf
Siberian Pine. A form growing to only 3 to 5’. This shrub has great beauty.
The blue-green foliage is accentuated by red cones. Grows 3-6" per year and
occasionally prostrate in growth.
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Pinus pumila -‘Dwarf Blue’ — DWARF. This form grows from 2-4" per
year. Its spreading habits makes an interesting form that will grow wider
that it is tall. Adding to that its pronounced blue coloration makes it an
outstanding selection. 6-12" $41.95, 1-2’ $49.95
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Pinus pumila -‘Jeddeloh’ — A spreading flat variety introduced by the Jedeloh Nursery in Germany. Leaves blue and more needles per stem than
usual. Plant grows 4-6 inches a year. Leaves are about 1 ½ inches long.
6-12" $32.95
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Pinus pumila ‘Nana’ — An upright globe. Very nice compact form.
Leaves are blue with red cones on stems with age. All branches turn up and
bend around plant. 6-12" $32.95
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Pinus pumila ‘Pygmaea’ — Welsh describes this fom as "an irregular,
picturesque, more or less flat-topped bush to 5’." Sometimes listed as
Pinus cembra ‘Pygmea’. As it holds its’ needles for three years it always
looks full. Rarely seen, we are glad to have this cultivar. 1-2’ $39.95
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Pinus resinosa ‘Don Smith’ — (-50°F, USDA Zone 2-8) Rather heavy in
appearance with broad, conical branches. Medium to dark green needles, 5-6"
long, the ultimate height is 50-60’. It has a short trunk with a heavily
branched crown. The slow growing tree is highlighted by resinous buds. 2-3’
$39.95
Pinus
strobus - Eastern
White Pine — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) Growing to 80’ by 20’, this conifer is
very fast-growing. Very beautiful for color and texture, the bark will
become deeply furrowed and ridged. Mature trees are plume like in outline
and composed of several horizontal and ascending branches. Grows best in
fertile, moist, well drained soils. Really likes sunny locations.
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Pinus strobus ‘Beran’ — MINIATURE. This cultivar grows 1’’ per year,
the small needles are lime green when new and deepen to blue-green with
age. A lovely little bun-shaped conifer perfect amidst other conifers or
perennials. 6-12" $32.95
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Pinus strobus ‘Billaw’ — DWARF. Dense, low globe with blue-green
needles. 6-12" $49.95
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Pinus strobus ‘Bloomer’s Dark Globe’ — A slow-growing shrub with
ascending branches forming an round habit. Excellent texture with dark
green foliage. 6-12" $32.95
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Pinus strobus ‘Brevifolia’ — DWARF. After a century in cultivation,
this intriguing dwarf White Pine is still quite rare and relatively
unknown, a curious fact given its many desirable features. The
densely-branched plant has an irregular shape in youth, but develops a
tight, upright form with long, elegant, smoky-blue needles as it slowly
matures. Hardy, rugged and stylish, it stays small enough to fit in a
courtyard garden or container. 6-12" $49.95
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Pinus strobus ‘Elkins Dwarf’ — Its short green needles and its slow
growth make it a good canidate for a bonsai. It will grow to about 2’ high
and 18" wide. A treasure. 6-12" $15.95
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Pinus strobus ‘Fastigiata’ — Erect branches on an erect tree
tapering to a pointed top. The needles are even straight. Eventually it
will grow to 40’ while being only 10’ wide. An excellent form of the
Eastern White Pine. 1-2’ $19.95
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Pinus strobus ‘Gold Painted’ — Large tree with green needles with
splashes of yellow throughout the plant. Grows 2’ an year to 14’ by 8’ in
10 years. Unusual. 1-2’ $39.95
NEW
60559
Pinus strobus ‘Hershey’ — DWARF. A flat-globe shape with very blue
leaves. This plant is kind of stiff looking. Grows 4" per year. 6-12"
$32.95
NEW
61130
Pinus strobus ‘Hillside Gem’ — A pyramidal, tight dwarf plant
with all branches headed upward. Leaves are a blue-grey. Leaves are very
wiry and delicate. Grows about 2 inches a year. - Zone:3. 6-12" $32.95
60932
Pinus strobus ‘Horsford Dwarf’ — DWARF. A very N compact bun shaped
plant with new growth a lighter green setting off the dark green older
needles. Grows half as large as ‘Glauca Nana’. Found by Horsford, named by
Greg Williams in Vermont. 1 1/2’ by 2’ in 10 years. 6-12" $32.95
NEW
61131
Pinus strobus ‘Macropin’ — DWARF. A round flat globe. Leaves are
blue-green. Plant grows 5 inches a year. Nice form and good color. 6-12"
$32.95
NEW
61132
Pinus strobus ‘Merimack’ — A dwarf evergreen conifer with a dense
flat-globe form. Soft needles are silvery blue-green. Prefers full sun in
well-drained soil. 2’ tall x 3’ wide in 10 years. Hardy to -40 degrees.
6-12" $49.95
60491
Pinus strobus ‘Minuta’ — DWARF. A very compact, globose plant with
short, dark green-blue needles. 6-12" $32.95
60863
Pinus strobus ‘Northway’ — This pine dwarf is round and slow growing
to 8-10’. Love this soft grey green foliage in a formal or natural
setting! 1-2’ $39.95
60438
Pinus strobus ‘Sea Urchin’ — MINIATURE. This variety grows only 1-2" a
year, holding a tight, dense, globose shape. Its needles are short,
bluish-green and turn markedly more silver when in some shade. 6-12"
$32.95, 1-2’ $49.95
60290
Pinus sylvestris - Scotch Pine — (-50°F, USDA Zones 3-7) A statuesque
tree at maturity, it develops a spreading head with a sparsely branched
trunk, effective for noticing the elegant, red-brown, papery bark. In
transition to this stage, a fast growing, conical tree with a spread of half
its height will grace your view. Grows to 60’ tall and 40’ wide. At every
developmental stage, this tree is blanketed with twisted, blue-green needles
set in pairs. Trouble free growth, adaptable to poor soil.
NEW
60687
Pinus sylvestris ‘Doone Valley’ — DWARF. An irregularly conical
shaped pine with short, blue needles. A very old plant will only reach 2
to 3’ tall. A wonderful little rock garden specimen! 3-6" $32.95
60091
Pinus sylvestris ‘Glauca Nana’ — DWARF. A superb blue form of the fine
Scotch Pine. A plant that will be very special in your garden. 2-3’ $45.95
NEW
60751
Pinus thunbergii ‘Ogon’ — Foliage is bright yellow in summer. Give
full sun for the best color. Its nice to have a summer yellow, most of the
yellows are fall and winter. 6-12" $32.95, 1-2’ $35.95
60501
Pinus thunbergii ‘Thunderhead’ — DWARF. This delightful plant is named
for its white buds on this very nice green plant. It grows to about 4’
high to 5’ wide in about 10 years. 6-12" $19.95
60422
Pinus virginiana ‘Wate’s Golden’ - Virginia Pine — (-20°F, USDA Zones
4-8) Needles in twos are an amazing lemon-lime in summer and rich yellow in
the winter. Will grow 12-24" a year, to a height of 20-30’ with less spread,
and it is excellent for use in heavy, dry, neutral to acid soils. 6-12"
$19.95, 1-2’ $29.95, 3-4’ $45.95
PODOCARPUS
60734
Podocarpus alpinus ‘Blue Gem’ — DWARF. ( 0°F USDA Zone 7-9) A spreading
plant with pink or red young foliage turning to blue. This Tasmanian plant
is considered as one of the most suitable for colder climates. Plant in sun
or light shade. 6-12" $19.95
60879
Podocarpus alpinus ‘Red Tip’ — DWARF. A low spreading plant more green
than blue foliage and red new growth in spring. It will grow 4-6 inches a
year to about 1’ high and 3’ wide in 10 years. Nice for a different
texture in the garden. 1-2’ $29.95
PSEUDOTSUGA -
DOUGLAS FIR
60439
Pseudotsuga menziesii — (-30°F, USDA Zone 4-9) When young the crown of
this fir is conical, becoming broad and flat as it matures. The needles have
a mild smell of apple when they are crushed. It has a mature height of
50-100’. An Oregon native. 5-6’ $69.95, 6-7’ $79.95
60073
Pseudotsuga menziesii ‘Pendula’ — This is an upright weeper with
pendulous branches that are slightly contorted. 3-4’ $49.95
60935
Pseudotsuga menziesii‘ Weep Willie’ — No shrinking violet this! This
weeper from The Jerry Morris Rocky Mountain Collection will get an
incredible 12’ by 8’ in 10 years. Please don’t plant it in the 3’ parking
strips.... One or two of these would certainly solve large bare spots.
1-2’ $49.95
60836
Pseudotsuga menziesii ‘Wycoff’s Big Blue’ — Moderate growing variety
of douglas fir, it is touted as the best upright form. First seen by our
supplier in from Chub Harper’s Michigan Collection. 2-3’ $59.95
SCIADOPITYS -
JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE
60159
Sciadopitys verticillata — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Not really a pine at
all, this is the only species within its genus. A unique and interesting
plant of pyramidal shape. The name comes from leaves that look like pine
needles whorled around the stems like the ribs of an umbrella. Very slow
growing. At a young age it could be used as a dwarf. It eventually grows
6-12" a year to make an attractive specimen of medium conical size. Does not
tolerate lime soil conditions. This unusual plant is one of the most sought
after that has come from Japan. We are sure you will want this terrific
specimen; it will be one of your most prized possessions. Will eventually
reach heights of 60’ or more. 3-6" $29.95, 6-12" $29.95, 2-3’ $69.95, 4-5’
$169.95, 5-6’ $179.95
SEQUOIA
- REDWOOD
60095
Sequoia sempervirens - Coast Redwood — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) This is the
famous giant redwood from the northern California coastal area. It won’t
grow this large in your garden, but in the wild, it can grow to more than
200’. An interesting tree that is not often offered for sale. 7-8’ $135.95
60155
Sequoia sempervirens ‘Albospica’ — This is a flat growing form of the
coast redwood with white tips on the foliage. Occasionally an upright
growing shoot will appear which should be trimmed off to keep the flat
plant habit. 6-7’ $99.95
60665
Sequoia sempervirens ‘Emily Brown’ — A very erect form of Coast
Redwood with bright green foliage. Very fast growing, 3-6’ per year. 5-6’
$89.95
60169
Sequoia sempervirens ‘Soquel’ — A named variety of the coast redwood
that is native to Oregon and California. The foliage has a fine texture
and is somewhat blue-green with a tinge of gray underneath. The bark is
reddish brown and strong. Overall the tree is a good looking fragrant
specimen. We suggest you keep the plant staked as they are often crooked
when young. Fast growing in the West, of medium growth rate in the East,
this tree will soon resemble the beautiful redwoods of our national park.
3-4’ $44.95, 5-6’ $79.95
SEQUOIADENDRON
60278
Sequoiadendron giganteum - Giant Redwood or Sierra Redwood — (-10°F,
USDA Zones 6-9) Gigantic is the word! The giant sequoia is the largest
living thing in the world, yet as a young tree (under 1,000 years old) it
maintains a conical habit with very attractive foliage. 2-3’ $39.95
60931
Sequoiadendron giganteum ‘Bultinck Yellow’ — A giant Redwood with
bright lemon yellow flush of new growth in spring. Habit much like the
species except a little smaller growing. A beautiful tree in any garden.
6-12" $15.95, 1-2’ $32.95
60923
Sequoiadendron giganteum ‘Greenpeace’ — Foliage is a bright lawn green
on a large tree with a growth of 1-2’ a year. Very nice overall structure.
1-2’ $32.95
NEW
60922
Sequoiadendron giganteum ‘Hazel Smith’ — A very broad, same size as
species, but blue. First sent to Watnog Nursery in PA. in a seedling
purchase from Andy Sherwood of Gresham, OR. Named after Hazel Smith of
Watnog Nursery. 14’ by 10’ in 10 years. 6-12" $32.95
NEW
60303
Sequoiadendron giganteum ‘Pendulum’ — A most interesting pendulous
plant which forms a tall narrow column and then cascades back down. The
needles are bluish green. Unusual! 6-12" $15.95, 1-2’ $39.95
NEW
61107
Sequoiadendron giganteum ‘Powder Blue’ — This full-size Giant
Sequoia, among the largest of conifers, produces startling, powdery-blue
foliage. The massive tree develops an open habit and wider girth than Sequoiadendron giganteum ‘Glaucum’, with a main, upright leader and
horizontal lower branches that become pendulous with age. Give the
striking, mammoth tree, with awl-shaped, light-blue foliage, plenty of
room to grow. 6-12" $13.95
TAXODIUM
Taxodium
ascendens - Pond
Bald Cypress — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-10 even 11) Naturally found around
lakes, ponds and small rivers, this tree prefers wet or at the very least,
moist soil that also has sun. Taking the time to pick the right spot,
however, is time well spent as you will be rewarded with a tree unique in
every season. This tree, which can reach 75’ in height, has a narrow crown
of awl shaped green needles which in autumn turn an attractive red-brown. In
winter, this deciduous tree drops its leaves exposing the irregular,
outspread branching pattern along the light brown trunk which gradually
thickens toward the base. It creates an impressive display.
NEW
60688
Taxodium ascendens ‘Debonair’ PPAF — (–30°F, USDA Zones 4-11)
Hardier than the species, this variety has foliage resembling Arborvitae
rather than Taxodium because of the fine texture. Vigorous, narrow
form that can withstand wind and ice without breaking. Difficult to find,
so get this beauty while you can. 2-3’ $35.95
61029
Taxodium ascendens ‘Prairie Sentinel’ — This is a columnar variety
with dense horizontal branching. It is very symmetrical and straight
growing making it adaptable for more restricted spaces. As its name
suggests it needs a moist, or even wet, location. It grows rapidly to 20’
and then more slowly to 70’. 6-12" $15.95
60105
Taxodium distichum - Common Bald Cypress — (–30°F, USDA Zones 4-11) This
deciduous conifer is perfect for that "wet spot" where few trees would
survive. It has a reddish brown bark and branches that spread out and up.
Its pretty foliage is very much like the yew, fresh green in spring, turning
bronze before dropping in fall. This tree grows 2-4" a year and in 10 years
it may reach 16’ high and 8’ wide. Very beautiful and distinctive. 3-4’
$39.95, 4-5’ $49.95, 5-6’ $59.95
60642
Taxodium distichum ‘Cascade Falls’ — This is one of the most unusual
conifers to hit the market in years! Before it was officially released to
the nursery industry, this rare weeping Bald Cypress was sold at auctions
for as much as $275.00! A considerable amount has been invested for its
development and patent by Cedar Lodge Nursery in Plymouth, New Zealand.
The foliage is bright green and the plant gets its height from being
staked. ‘Cascade Falls’ can even be used as a ground cover if not staked.
Grows about 2’ a year. An excellent introduction! 1-2’ $29.95, 2-3’
$49.95, 5-6’ $69.95
60840
Taxodium distichum ‘Fastigiata’ — A columnar form, native of Southeast
North America. Mature height is 150’, bark is thin and red-brown in color.
In maturity the tree trunk will have the lovely buttress style growth.
Foliage is light green and scale like. Great choice for those with the
room and the time. 2-3’ $35.95
60915
Taxodium distichum ‘Peve Minaret’ — DWARF. This small Bald Cypress is
dark green with a distinctive structure. Growing about 2’ a year to 4’
high and 3’ wide in about 10 years. Nice. 1-2’ $49.95, 2-3’ $55.95, 3-4’
$64.95
TAXUS
- YEW
Taxus
baccata - English
Yew — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) A dense, slow growing, often multi-trunked Yew
that forms a rounded, pyramidal shape, and can grow to 45’ tall and 20’
wide. Can, and usually is, pruned in cultivation to many different shapes.
Leaves are glossy, dark green on top and dull, light green below. Grow in
full sun or part shade.
60747
Taxus baccata ‘David’ — A hardy fastigiate selection with yellow-green
leaves. 3-4’ $39.95
60768
Taxus baccata ‘Erecta’ — "The Fulham Yew" according to the World
Conifer Checklist. Dark glossy green leaves clothe the branches that soon
after leaving the trunk turn upwards to produce a upright growth habit for
these plants. Great for hedging and backdrop in the formal garden. 3-4’
$39.95
60224
Taxus baccata ‘Fastigiata’ - Irish Yew — Syn, ‘Stricta’. This most
prominent and distinguished form of the genus Taxus features young
plants which are columnar while older plants become wider and more
branched at the top. Leaves are radial, decurved, blackish green above and
streaked with a narrow, slightly shining midrib beneath. Produces showy
red berries. Grows to 30’ tall and half as wide in many, many, many years.
Nice accent plant. 1-2’ $24.95
60698
Taxus baccata ‘Fastigiata Aurea’ — Syn. ‘Stricta Aurea’. This is the
golden variety of Irish Yew. Slow-growing and columnar, probably growing
no more than 6 to 8’. Wonderful golden foliage in full sun in summer. Grow
against a dark backdrop for maximum effect. 1-2’ $19.95
60620
Taxus baccata ‘Standishi’ — Compact, slow growing, branches erect with
bright, golden-yellow foliage. The most golden-yellow form of the golden fastigiate varieties. 1-2’ $19.95, 2-3’ $24.95
Taxus x
media — (-30°F,
USDA Zones 4-8) These trees can grow up to 20’ tall depending on the
cultivar. Broadly pyramidal of spreading habit, at times with a central
leader. Prefers moist, sandy, acid to neutral loam, but must be well
drained. Can tolerate sun or shade.
60505
Taxus x media ‘Brownii’ — This yew is a semidwarf with a broad globose
habit. Slow growing with deep olive-green foliage. Grows to 9’ by 12’
within 20 years. Easy to prune and maintain. 2-3’ $29.95
60849
Taxus x media ‘Giant’ — This new form grows into an upright pyramid. A
fast grower it is a good selection for screening and hedging. Needles are
dark green. 6-12" $15.95
60087
Taxus x media ‘Hicksii’ — This yew is used frequently for hedging. It
has dense, columnar but compact habit with heavy berry production. Grows
to 20’ in 20 years. 2-3’ $29.95, 3-4’ $34.95
60793
Taxus x media ‘Wardii’ — Mature height 6-10’ on this broadly spreading
yew. Growing less than 8’’ a year this is a good plant for hedges or
screens. Will grow in any light conditions with well-drained soil. 2-3’
$34.95, 3-4’ $39.95
THUJA
Thuja
occidentalis -
Eastern or American Arborvitae — (-50°F, USDA Zones 2-8) These conifers can
grow to 60’ tall, about 15’ wide. They are dense, broadly pyramidal trees
with branching to the ground. Slow growing, the bark is grayish to reddish
brown. Grow in deep, well drained soils with full sun. Can take heat and
drought once established.
60575
Thuja occidentalis ‘Danica’ — DWARF Rounded form and tight growth on
this plant make it perfect for a hedge or even focal plantings in a formal
garden. Its size, 2-3’, and shape are also good for flanking a driveway
entrance or foundation plantings. 2-3’ $34.95
60107
Thuja occidentalis ‘Emerald’ — In Denmark this cultivar is known as
‘Smaragd’ and in France as ‘Emeraude’. It is similar to the well known
‘Pyramidalis’ but is a brighter green which holds through winter. It is
also slightly wider in growth and finer textured. Excellent for hedging.
2-3’ $11.95, 3-4’ $24.95, 4-5’ $34.95
60108
Thuja occidentalis ‘Hetz Midget’ — DWARF. This is a dense compact
globe, gray-green foliage which bronzes slightly in winter. A very
attractive plant that should be used more. 1-2’ $24.95
60690
Thuja occidentalis ‘Little Giant’ — DWARF. This is a slow growing
plant with a very dense, globose form. This mighty little guy grows to 2’
tall and wide, and has lovely rich green foliage. 1-2’ $24.95, 2-3’ $35.95
60191
Thuja occidentalis ‘Pyramidalis’ — A narrow, tall, dense conifer good
for hedges and screens. This is an often used plant which is very valuable
in the landscape. There are few plants that are as well suited to provide
a narrow and fast growing hedge. This is much nicer than many artificial
fences or screens. Plant 24" to 30" apart for good coverage. It can grow
to 25’ or be kept to any desired height by topping. These are heavy
plants, value priced but expensive to ship! 6-7’ $69.95
60671
Thuja occidentalis ‘Yellow Ribbon’ — A neat, slim plant with bright
yellow foliage. This plant grows 1’ a year, and will reach about 10’ in 10
years. 3-4’ $35.95
Thuja
plicata - Western
Red Cedar — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) An important timber tree in the
Northwest, this is also a very desirable and fast growing tree for the
larger yard or where a tall hedge is needed. It has broad, flattened, deep
green foliage with scale like needles. The foliage is fragrant and useful in
wreaths. It grows in a conical upright form which, as it matures, will have
somewhat weeping branches. An attractive evergreen. Can grow 2’ or more each
year when established.
NEW
60115
Thuja plicata ‘Atrovirens’ — One of the best of the large,
pyramidal arborvitae types, this tree has beautiful, shining dark green
foliage, and is excellent for a tall hedge. Often used in France and Italy
for just such a purpose. Also makes a great solitary tree. 5-6’ $55.95,
6-7’ $69.95
60440
Thuja plicata ‘Rogers Aurea Sport’ — An exciting introduction! Foliage
is unique to the species, compact and delicate with a bright golden-yellow
color. The slow growing, irregular habit is then shaded with a bronzy hue
at the end of the season. A colorful, cheery dwarf that can add interest
to any area. 5-6’ $59.95
NEW
60674
Thuja plicata ’Sunshine’ — A beautiful, fast growing, yellow variety
of the Western Red Cedar that does not burn in full sun. Upright and loose
in habit, growing 16" a year. This tree stands out in the landscape like a
ray of sunshine! 1-2’ $22.95
60244
Thuja plicata ‘Zebrina’ — An exceptional conifer with
intriguing, bright yellow variegation. Some plants are zebra striped,
while others display a gradual blending of colors. For those of you
interested in using conifer greens to make arrangements and wreaths, this
foliage is beyond compare. In winter, the green takes on a bronze
appearance which blends very nicely with the gold. Great for a tall, fast
growing hedge or as a specimen. Will reach 40’ at maturity. 4-5’ $59.95,
5-6’ $65.95, 6-7’ $69.95
THUJOPSIS
Thujopsis
dolabrata - False
Arborvitae — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) An impressive, slow growing pyramidal
tree. This unique Japanese native resembles the common Thuja; however, it is
distinguished by its broader, flatter, fan like branchlets. The soft foliage
is arranged in haphazard whorls, displaying the glossy green surface and the
distinct white underside markings simultaneously across the plant. The bark
is thin and reddish-brown, flaking in papery layers. Providing adequate
moisture and fertile soil will ensure a display of dense foliage that can
highlight any area.
60774
Thujopsis dolabrata ‘Aurea’— We’ve all appreciated ‘variegata’ for the
striking brush marks on the foliage. Well here you go a golden thujopsis!
2-3’ $35.95
NEW
61155
Thujopsis dolabrata ‘Cristata’ — Fast growing small tree with
twisted branchlets and foliage. 1-2’ $39.95
60076
Thujopsis dolabrata ‘Nana’ — DWARF. This small shrub forms a dense,
broad flat bush, with scale like overlapping foliage. Very unique! 1-2’
$14.95
60136
Thujopsis dolabrata ‘Variegata’ — This has the same unusual foliage
shape as the species but is a strong growing shrub with scattered patches
of creamy-white to yellow foliage intermixed with a rich dark green. 2-3’
$39.95, 3-4’ $45.95
TSUGA
- HEMLOCK
60441
Tsuga canadensis - Eastern or Canadian Hemlock — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-7)
The "granddaddy" to over 200 cultivars, the Canadian hemlock is a tried and
true choice. This slender, upright growing tree has young, yellow-green
foliage that matures to gray-brown. Grows to 70’ in height and about half as
wide. Characteristic of all the cultivars, it prefers a moist, ventilated
area with acidic soil, receiving either full sun or partial shade. 3-4’
$35.95, 5-6’ $89.95
60675
Tsuga canadensis ‘Bacon Cristate’ — MINIATURE. This slow growing plant
(only 1" per year), has dark green leaves that grow in an unusual crested
pattern. Upright in habit. 3-6" $16.95, 6-12" $19.95
60518
Tsuga canadensis ‘Bennett’ — A spreading form that stays low and
compact and is much broader than high. The branches are more or less
arching and end in pendulous tips. Also known as ‘Bennett’s Minima’. 6-12"
$15.95
NEW
60903
Tsuga canadensis ‘Coffin’ — MINIATURE. Foliage is very small and
quite congested, green and very lightly shaded. Plant grows about 1’ a
year and at 10 years is 1’ by 1’. Introduced by Eastern Nurseries in
Holliston MA. 3-6" $14.95
NEW
61045
Tsuga canadensis ‘Dwarf Upright’ — A dwarf, upright variety of
Canadian Hemlock. Small, dark green leaves on thin upright branches. Grows
4-6 inches a year. Plant was cultivar sold in the 1970’s by John Mitsch
Nursery, Aurora, Oregon. 6-12" $19.95
60120
Tsuga canadensis ‘Geneva’ — An attractive, slow-growing conical form.
Young plants are upright growing with open branching patterns, which
effectively display the flat sprays of rounded foliage. The narrow habit
is useful as a specimen plant or grouped together as a screen. 6-12"
$32.95, 1-2’ $35.95
60121
Tsuga canadensis ‘Gentsch White’ or ‘Variegated’ — Canadian hemlocks
are special plants for the garden, but this one is exceptionally
delightful. This lacy, round, mounding grows easily but not too fast. In
spring the foliage is a true green, tipped silvery-white for a special
touch. Then, as the season progresses, the tips becomes more predominant,
giving the foliage a frosted look. It is like a mound of green kissed with
a sparkling touch of snow. 6-12" $25.95, 1-2’ $35.95
NEW
61135
Tsuga canadensis ‘Horsford Dwarf’ — DWARF. Alpine plants tend to
hunker down and stay small as a defense against the forces of winter. This
mini-conifer demonstrates such characteristics, with a dense, irregular
growth habit and a miniature scale. Foliage has a variety of looks, from
congested to more open, which adds to the small plant’s alpine charm.
Enjoy it in rock garden, trough or container. 6-12" $49.95
60124
Tsuga canadensis ‘Jeddeloh’ — DWARF. This recent introduction may just
become one of the more popular dwarfs. It is similar to ‘Pendula’ but is
more dense and has a depression in the center like a bird’s nest. Its
light color is especially accentuated in the spring. 6-12" $32.95
60170
Tsuga canadensis ‘Jervis’ — MINIATURE. A very slow growing hemlock
(1-3" a year) that forms a compact, irregular little bush. One 25 year old
specimen is no more than 14" high. 3-6" $16.95, 1-2’ $24.95
60194
Tsuga canadensis ‘Lewisii’ — DWARF. A rare, choice small hemlock, the
plant grows a scant 1-3" a year, forming a very irregular pyramid. 6-12"
$49.95
NEW
60270
Tsuga canadensis ‘Minuta’ — MINIATURE. Of the many forms of
Canadian hemlock, this is one of the cutest. It grows very slowly with
interesting angular needles and contrasting brown growth buds. Its growth
rate is barely an inch a year, so you know it is minute. It grows wider
than tall. How big will it get? Well multiply an inch by 200 years and you
know how big it will be at that age, but will you be around to see it
then? This is a must plant for the small garden. Personally, I’m going to
put several in my rock garden. I bought these cute plants to sell, not to
plant in my garden, but, oh, I want to keep at least one! 3-6" $16.95
NEW
60844
Tsuga canadensis ‘Molalla’ — MINIATURE. This forms a flat topped
bun shape. It has small green needles. This cultivar comes from a series
of hemlocks found by Ed Woods of Bonsai Village, each cultivar is named
after an Oregon town. 3-6" $16.95
61136
Tsuga canadensis ‘Moll’ — A compact, bushy selection named after it’s
finder, Peter Moll of Heisterbacherrot. 6-12" $32.95
60128
Tsuga canadensis ‘Pendula’ — This is the hemlock, noted for its
sensational, weeping habit. It has an irregular, picturesque shape with
pendulous branches of medium green needles, highlighted in spring with
light new growth. This plant will reach 10’ but must be trained to keep
fairly upright. A must for every garden. 6-12" $16.95
NEW
60126
Tsuga canadensis ‘Rugg’s Washington Dwarf’— DWARF. A slow growing
form with an irregular, many branched and chunky shape. It steadily builds
itself up in height in an attractive but haphazard manner, with cinnamon
tipped new growth. This extremely slow grower, adding less than 1" a year,
achieves a height of 30" in ten years. Previously known as ‘Nana’. 6-12"
$32.95
60577
Tsuga canadensis ‘Sargentii’ — Said to be one of the most famous
weeping Canadian hemlocks. The leaves are a nice green. Grows about 1’ per
year with a very pendulous habit. Stake for height. 2-3’ $44.95
60520
Tsuga canadensis ‘Sherwood Compact’ — A tight growing compact form
which is extra special in the small garden. With its beautiful deep green
needled and charming habit, it must be an outstanding plant for your
garden. 6-12" $16.95
NEW
60442
Tsuga canadensis ‘Starker’s Dwarf’ — MINIATURE. A weeping form that
doesn’t get over 6" high and grows about 6" a year. Nice for its’ draping
qualities. Found by Carl Starker, who was an Oregon plantsman and one of
the first to collect and propagate dwarf conifers. His interest inspired
many of us to enthusiastically embrace dwarf conifers as a central feature
in our gardens and hearts. 6-12" $24.95
NEW
60195 Tsuga canadensis
'Stockman’s Dwarf’ — A very nice semidwarf with
pendulous tips. Very graceful in the landscape. 6-12" $49.95
60523
Tsuga canadensis ‘Vermeulen Wintergold’ — This plant is so new we
don’t yet have all the information about it. It is an columnar plant that
grows 6" a year, and it has yellow foliage. 2-3’ $24.95
60641
Tsuga heterophylla - Western Hemlock — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) Pacific
Northwest native from southern Alaska to northern California. Narrowly
conical tree with cracked, purple-brown bark and horizontal branches that
have a pendulous habit. This magnificent tree grows 70-130’ tall (although
specimens have been found upwards of 200’), and 20-30’ wide. Grow in moist
but well drained, acidic soil. Very shade tolerant; requires shelter from
heavy winds. 3-4’ $34.95, 5-6’ $69.95
60130
Tsuga mertensiana - Mountain Hemlock — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9)
Native to the highlands of western North America. A noteworthy feature is a
well defined leader; though in small plants, it may take some years for the
leader to become established. Closely spaced, slightly ascending branches
have grayish needles spirally arranged on the stems. One of the finest
alpine conifers you’ll find! It’s a slow grower and makes a good bonsai
subject. 1-2’ $16.95, 2-3’ $19.95
60995
Tsuga mertensiana ‘Elizabeth’ — This is an interesting variety that is
twice as wide as it is tall with a nice blue-gray color. It was initially
collected on Mt. Rainier in Washington state by Elsie Frye in about 1940.
3-6" $15.95