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TREES & SHRUBS A-C Spring 2008
SHIPPING — FedEx surface shipments have maximum size and weight restrictions as well as additional charges for boxes over 5'. If a box is over 84'' combined (distance around the box plus length), it is charged as 30 lbs. regardless of its weight; if over 108'' combined, it is charged as 50 lbs. Many trees measuring 5' and over must be shipped by air as the size limits for air are greater. Excellent door to door air service is offered by Delta Airlines. We select the carrier which delivers to your area for the lowest rate. More complete information on shipping and policies can be found in the "Ordering Information" section. Please check the Table of Contents in the front of the catalog for the page number of that section. If your trees arrive at a time that does not permit immediate planting due to the weather, they can be safely held in a cool greenhouse, basement or garage for a reasonable amount of time provided they are kept moist but not sitting in water. Also, provide good air circulation. ABELIA 70592 Abelia x grandiflora ‘Confetti’ — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) A variegated Abelia that is a sport of Abelia ‘Sherwood’. The foliage is brilliant pink, white and green. This one will stay very compact even without pruning. Will grow to 2-3' tall. Flowers are white with a hint of soft pink and open throughout the summer. Give moist well drained soil in sun or partial shade. 6-12" $8.95 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! Give it sun to light shade in fertile, well drained soils. 70100 Abeliophyllum distichum ‘Rosea’ — A unique pink form of the species. 6-12" $9.95, 2-3' $22.95 ACANTHOPANAX SIEBOLDIANUS — See Eleutherococcus sieboldianus.ACER — See Maple 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. 3-4' $39.95, 5-6' $89.95, 6-7' $129.95 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. 1-2' $19.95, 4-5' $69.95, 7-8' $139.95 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. 5-6' $69.95, 6-7' $79.95 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. Grows in the South as well as the West in both sunny and partly shady locations. 1-2' $26.95, 3-4' $64.95 70750 Aesculus pavia - Red Buckeye — This is a small tree or round topped shrub, growing to 15'. It has nice, dark green, fan-shaped leaves with 5'' leaflets. The 6" conical panicles of red flowers, occasionally marked with yellow, arrive in early summer. In the fall, smooth skinned fruit appear with the beautiful yellow orange foliage. 2-3' $19.95ALBIZIA - SILK TREE70502 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. 73578 Albizia julibrissin ‘Summer Chocolate’ — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This form of Mimosa is the most scrumptious yet. The characteristic ferny foliage is dark red-brown in color, deepening with summer heat. What a sight when the pink blooms emerge! 1-2' $45.95ALNUS - ALDER 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' $35.95AMELANCHIER - SERVICEBERRY Amelanchier x grandiflora — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) A small, shrubby tree offering beauty year around. Though best known for its excellent fall color, it offers much more. In spring it is covered with a multitude of white blossoms, followed by small, roundish, slightly toothed 1-3" leaves. The attractive foliage dances outwardly on the open, twiggy branches, creating an artistic shrubby tree for the landscape. In summer, the small, purple, edible fruit is coveted by birds. It is a moderate grower, reaching 20-25' x 15-20' at maturity. 73279 Amelanchier x grandiflora ‘Princess Diana’ — A very rounded, multistemmed variety to about 20' x 20', chosen for its heavily produced white flowers that set early and last for a long time. It is also noted for its beautiful fiery red fall color and its excellent resistance to diseases. 2-3' $19.95 ANDROMEDA - BOG ROSEMARY Andromeda polifolia — (-50°F, USDA Zones 2-6) This 16'' evergreen has an erect to semi prostrate habit. Leaves are linear, leathery and dark green. White to pale pink globe-shaped flowers appear on slender flower stalks. Likes continually cool, moist, acidic soil in sun or partial shade in warmer climates. 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 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' $19.95, 5-6' $69.95 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. 2-3' $19.95 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" $24.95, 1-2' $32.95, 2-3' $38.95 70998 Aucuba japonica ‘Serratifolia’ — Syn. A. japonica ‘Dentata’. Beautiful green leaves edged with large teeth. Goes very well with bold perennials. 6-12" $9.95 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 aromatherapy 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 72327 Azara 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. 3-6" $8.95 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 pr uning and enjoy the tracery of the often showy spines in the landscape.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' $13.9573527 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' $25.95Berberis 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. Sun or part shade. 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. 3-6" $8.95, 6-12" $12.95 72120 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 70048 Berberis thunbergii var atropurpurea ‘Helmond Pillar’— This striking plant has dark, pink-burgundy leaves and forms a narrow, pencil-straight column only 1' wide. The spires of foliage will reach 6'. Every garden has a spot that needs a ‘Helmond Pillar’. 6-12" $9.95, 1-2' $17.9572013 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. 2-3' $19.95 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 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!70479 Betula albo-sinensis - Chinese Paper Birch — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) This is a little known or grown species. The bark is a beautiful, rich orange red that peels off in thin, tissue-like sheets. The apple green leaves turn golden in the fall. The tree can grow from 40 to 90' in height. A very beautiful single or multitrunked tree. 2-3' $19.95 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!) 5-6' $59.95 70000 Betula ermanii — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Birch are often valued for their rich, yellow, autumn leaves and beautiful white bark and branches. This species is no exception. Its creamy-white bark is tinted pink, becoming orange-brown as it peels. A very exciting and handsome tree from N.E. Asia. 6-12" $8.95 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 60'. 5-6' $51.95, 7-8' $69.95, 5-6' CLUMP $63.95 Betula nigra - River Birch — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) 71951 Betula nigra ‘Dura-Heat’® — This registered plant from Tree Introductions, Inc. previously known as B. nigra ‘Moonshine’, holds its yellow autumn leaves a full month. If you like a tighter, more formal birch for a hot area, this is a fine specimen. 4-5' $49.95 71352 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' $49.95 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. The yellow of fall is soon followed by the beautiful white silhouette against a deep blue winter sky. A well proven and useful tree. 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. 1-2' $24.95 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' $64.9570891 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. 3-4' $36.95 BUDDLEIA Buddleia davidii - Butterfly Bush — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Deciduous shrub with long arching shoots and 4-10" long, narrow lance-shaped leaves, gray-green or dark green above, soft whitish underneath. From summer into fall, delightfully fragrant flowers appear in 4-10" upright or nodding panicles. Grow in fertile, well drained soil with full sun. A vigorous grower, reaching 10-15'. For a tidier look, may be pruned to the ground in spring since it blooms on new growth. 73904 Buddleia davidii ‘Adokeep’ Syn. B. d. ‘Adonis Blue’ — This new cultivar was selected as a Proven Winner and it surely is with is smaller stature, about 1/3rd the size of regular Buddlieas, extra fullneww, and deep blue flowers. A great feature plant for the smaller garden. 1-2' $15.95 Buddleia davidii var. nanhoensis 70820 Buddleia davidii var. nanhoensis‘Petite Plum’ — Dwarf habit with darker green foliage combines with attractive reddish-purple flowers that have an orange eye. No wonder butterflies like it! Place in well drained, rich soil and full sun. 2-3' $19.9573544 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 reddsh tinge. 1-2' $14.9573545 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' $14.9571421 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' $29.95, 3-4' $35.95 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. 1-2' $11.95, 2-3' $19.95 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.71422 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.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. 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. 6-12" $10.95 72059 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. 6-12" $9.95, 1-2' $19.95, 3-4' $41.95 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. 1-2' $16.95, 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. 2-3' $19.95, 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’d love a bottlebrush but live where the temperatures are not dependably above 20oF. 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. 1-2' $14.95 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. It is recommended that one shear the plants lightly following their bloom to encourage a fuller, more attractive plant for many years of pleasure. 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 NEW 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 desigination of "Jewels of the Plant Kingdom" this plant would get that designation hands down! 3-6" $5.95 70522 Calluna vulgaris ‘Kerstin’ — A strong upright grower to 12-15" with a spread to 20". New foliage emerges first cream and then red before becoming a cool clean green for summer. Pretty little mauve flowers nicely combine with the foliage in summer; a great addition to your Calluna collection or to contrast with darker greens and heavier textures in the landscape. 3-6" $4.95 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 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. 6-12" $9.95, 1-2' $14.95 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. 6-12" $4.95, 3-4' $29.9571698 ‘Calycanthus x ‘Venus’ ppaf — If you miss your star magnolia throughout the year here is a shrub that can help. This early summer bloomer has creamy white blooms with numerous strap-like petals. These flowers have a strong fruity fragrance. Truly a goddess of beauty among plants! CONT. $16.95, 1-2' $ $39.95 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. And the latter are not a problem for the neatnik. 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". 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. 1-2' $15.95 71111 Carpinus cordata - Heartleaf Hornbeam — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Large, deeply cut bases on these corrugated leaves give rise to its common name. Holding true to the family habit, it matures into an impressive rounded tree of 20-30' in height. The bark, however, is entirely unique to this species with its ridged and scaly appearance. 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. 4-5' $49.95, 7-8' $79.95 CARYOPTERIS - BLUE SPIRAEA — A cross 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. Grow with spiraeas and potentillas for continuous summer color as well as drought and deer resistance. 70847 Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘Petit Bleu’ pp#14,674 — Syn. C. x c. ‘Minibleu’. A beautiful ompact form with dark green glossy foliage. Expect no larger than 2’x2½’, lovely blue blooms will start in August and continue heavily into October in some climates. Great for extending your butterfly season. 1-2' $15.95 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, 1-2' $14.9573437 Caryopteris incana ‘Sunshine Blue®’ ppaf — Syn. i. ‘Jason.’ A vigorous growing variety, this Caryopteris can reach 3’x2'. Name appropriate, the foliage is a strong glowing gold color and the deep blue flowers are a wonderful contrast. A great option to mix up colors in the late summer garden! 1-2' $15.95 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. 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. 3-4' $27.95 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. 72211 Ceanothus ‘Concha’ — (20°F, USDA Zones 9-10) This dense, evergreen shrub has arching branches and finely toothed, dark green leaves. In late spring, red-purple buds open to dark blue flowers. Grows 10' tall and equally wide. 2-3' $19.95 73324 Ceanothus ‘Marie Simon’ — (USDA Zones 6-9) This is a charming pink flowered variety of Ceanothus. Deciduous and hardier than many of the other varieties we offer, it will grow 8'x8', probably smaller in colder climates. Loves sun and tolerates dry. 3-4' $34.95 79898 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. 6-12" $10.95 71954 Ceanothus thyrsiflorus ‘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. 1-2' $26.95 73252 Ceanothus thyrsiflorus ‘Zanzibar’ — Introduced to garden centers in England in 1997 this plant has captured a wide following with its blue flowers on a plant of sunny yellow leaves with dark green centers. Truly and fine plant. 6-12" $12.95 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. 73265 Cercidiphyllum japonicum ‘Morioka Weeping — When young the growth rate is strongly vertical with just some weeping, but as it matures its weeping characteristic is much more pronounced. The leaves in spring are red-purple turning to their summer green and in fall they put on a show of bright, sunny yellow with orange and apricot tones. Growth and color are best when grown in full sun. It will grow from 15 to 25' tall. Creates a designer’s dream in the landscape. 1-2' $14.95 73285 Cercidiphyllum japonicum ‘Red Fox’ — Syn. ‘Rotfuchs’. An excellent, small, columnar variety to about 15' tall. Foliage is a rare, ‘foxy’, red-brown. Consistently beautiful fall foliage. We can’t wait to see this one! 2-3' $59.95, 3-4' $69.95 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. 71870 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. 3-6" $8.95 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! 3-4' $29.95 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, 3-4' $44.95 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! 2-3' $39.95, 3-4' $69.95, 6-7' $119.95 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. 3-4' $27.95 Cercis canadensis ‘Lavender Twisty’ — See C.c. ‘Covey’. Cercis 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 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. 2-3' $25.95, 4-5' $47.95, 7-8' $119.95 Cercis chinensis - Chinese Redbud — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Large clusters of rosy-purple pealike flowers cling to the still leafless branches early in the year. This rare form of the redbud is very showy with flowers much larger than most redbuds. An exceptional plant you won’t soon forget. 73920 Cercis chinensis ‘Alba’ — A very dainty white form that will delight you in the spring. 2-3' $22.95 73281 Cercis chinensis ‘Don Egolf’ — This is the first Cercis cultivar to be introduced by the U.S. National arboretum and is named for one of the foremost plant breeders of ornamental woody plants in the U. S. This has a compact growth habit to about 9' tall and about as wide in 15 years. Very bright rosy flowers in early spring give way to dark green heart shaped leaves. A great new plant. 6-12" $12.95 71137Cercis racemosa — (-15°F, USDA Zones 5-9) This deciduous native of China is considered the most beautiful of the entire genus, blanketing itself with long, drooping racemes of light pink flowers in the spring and then covering itself in lovely green foliage. It can easily stand alone and reach up to 36' at maturity. 1-2' $25.95, 7-8' $139.95 70461 Cercis siliquastrum - Judas Tree — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Not too common in the U.S., this form of redbud is a profuse bloomer; the twigs are covered with purplish-rose flowers in mid-May, followed by red seed pods during summer. Leaves are satiny smooth, blue-green in color and virtually circular with no pointed tips. The tree is often a multitrunked shrub growing to 25' but can be trained to a single trunk. 2-3' $39.95 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' $16.95 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. 70484 Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Cameo’ — One of the best doubles around! Soft, apricot-pink flowers adorn the branches at the same time as the fresh green leaves emerge. More resistant than some to leaf blight, and a bonus, no thorns! 6-12" $9.95 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 70093 Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Toyo Nishiki’ — Profuse combinations of pink and white and even sometimes red appear on the same branch. An upright, rapid grower. Stunning! 1-2' $19.95 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'. 6-12" $19.95, 1-2' $21.95 CHIMONANTHUS - WINTERSWEET 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. 1-2' $24.95 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. 2-3' $26.95, 3-4' $39.95 73901 Chionanthus retusus ‘Arnold’s Pride’ — An Arnold Arboretum selection of the Chinese Fringetree. It is fast growing and self-fruiting. This is a outstanding multi-season tree with fragrant blossoms, showy fall fruit and exfoliating bark in winter. Grows to a height of 25’. 1-2' $24.95 70026 Chionanthus virginicus - Old Man’s Beard or White Fringe Tree — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) This tree makes a splendid ornamental specimen, slowly growing and spreading to 20' in cultivation. The fluffy, white flowers are borne in early June on loose panicles 6" long or even longer. The leaves turn a bright yellow late in the fall, staying on the tree well after other trees have lost their leaves. One of the last shrubs to produce leaves in the spring, but well worth it when the soft green appears and then the feathery flowers on a rounded crown. 3-4' $15.95 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. 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 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. 71353 Cistus ladanifer ‘Maculatus’ — 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. 6-12" $9.95 70146 Cistus x pulverulentus ‘Sunset’ — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) This is a dense low growing shrub with silvery gray foliage. The flowers are a deep rose pink color and about 2'' across. Will grow to about 2' x 2'. 6-12" $9.95 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. 6-12" $9.95, 1-2' $16.95 70913 Cistus x salviifolius - Sageleaf Rockrose — Mounds of gray-green, sage-like leaves make up this small evergreen shrub that grows 1-2' tall and wide. Clouds of cheery, open faced white flowers with yellow centers cover the foliage from March through May. 6-12" $9.95 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 CLERODENDRUM - GLORYBOWER 70528 Cladrastis 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! 2-3' $21.95, 5-6' $119.95 71227 Cladrastis trichotomum var. fargesii — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9). This variety is a hardier, possibly shrubbier and more floriferous version of the species with white flowers instead of pink. 2-3' $19.95 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. 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. 71199 Clethra alnifolia ‘Alba’ — Wonderful fragrant white flowers on this 8' shrub. 3-4' $29.95 72126 Clethra alnifolia ‘Anne Bidwell’ — An exceptional new selection that has HUGE, multibranched panicles of fragrant white flowers that blooms later than other varieties. Slower growing and more compact than most, this Clethra grows to a nice 6' clump. Good job Anne! 3-4' $34.95 71791 Clethra alnifolia ‘Hummingbird’ — A dwarf form with fragrant white flowers. It will grow to 2-3' with equal spread. 1-2' $15.95 71140 Clethra alnifolia ‘Paniculata’— Abundant fragrant, white panicles to 4" across. 2-3' $24.95 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. 6-12" $10.95 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. 6-12" $19.95 NEW 73905 Clethra alnifolia ‘Sherry Sue’ — Redtwig Summersweet. The red stems compliment the early to mid-summer pink flowers. It is also delightfully fragrant. 6-12" $19.95, 1-2' $39.95 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' $39.95 COMPTONIA NEW 73452 Comptonia peregrina — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) Sweet fern is actually a shrub with small fernlike leaves was used by some Native Americans as tea. Aromatic and very cold hardy are two attributes that make this plant a must have in northern gardens. It is great for open woodland and sunny garden areas with less than perfect soils with good drainage. 1-2' $24.95 CORNUS - DOGWOOD 72260 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. A biennial pruning will encourage a healthy plant with vigorous, new and colorful growth. 2-3' $11.95 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. 6-12" $9.95, 2-3' $19.95 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. Give partial shade. Does best in the cooler climates. Grows 15-25' tall and 20-35' in width. 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. 2-3' $45.95 70920 Cornus Aurora® — Stellar. 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. Flower bracts are large and overlapping with rounded edges. 5-6' $82.95, 8-9' $149.95 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. CONT. $4.95, 1 GAL. $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. 3-4' $49.95 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. 6-12" $22.95, 1-2' $28.95, 2-3' $38.95, 4-5' $112.95, 8-9' $189.95 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'. 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. 2-3' $41.95, 4-5' $139.95 70005 Cornus florida ‘Cherokee Chief’— Lovely, deep rose red bracts cover the foliage in early summer on this classic Cornus florida. 1-2' $36.95 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, 8-9' $149.95 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. 1-2' $25.95, 6-7' $129.95 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. 3-4' $84.95, 5-6' $119.95 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 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'. 6-12" $24.95, 3-4' $64.95 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. 2-3' $79.95 ,4-5' $109.95, 5-6' $139.95, 7-8' $179.95 8-10' $189.95 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 73507 Cornus florida ‘Sunset Aurea’ — A really unusual new cultivar that is a sport of ‘Cherokee Sunset’ with red, green, white, and yellow foliage!!! We think it has pale pink flowers. 6-12" $24.95 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 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. It is often multitrunked and makes a beautiful shrub. Most will eventually become 20-30' trees with beautiful multicolored trunks. The bracts as well as the leaves are small, but 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) 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, 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. 2-3' $29.95, 3-4' $39.95 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. 73832 Cornus kousa var. chinensis ’All Summer’ — A lovely tree and highly desirable for its later bloom time, through August. Flowers have white to blush pink bracts. 2-3' $34.95 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. 5-6' $112.95 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 70450 Cornus kousa var. chinensis ‘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. 1-2' $29.95, 2-3' $59.95, 4-5' $149.95 70661 Cornus kousa ‘Elizabeth Lustgarten’ — This beautiful tree is considered a weeper, reaching a height of about 7 to 15' depending on how high the leader might be staked. It attains a spread of about 4-5'. Mature trees form a graceful, rounded crown with flowing tresses of white flower bracts gracing the trailing branches--reminiscent of a bridal train in early summer. 2-3' $39.95 70906 Cornus kousa ‘Gold Star’ — An excellent selection for the smaller yard with its slow growth and often shrub-like 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 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’. 5-6' $139.95, 6-7' $149.95 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! 4-5' $105.95 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, 4-5' $105.95, 6-7' $169.95 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. 2-3' $39.95, 3-4' $49.95, 5-6' $119.95 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. 6-12" $24.95, 1-2' $27.95 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. 2-3' $89.95, 4-5' $94.95, 5-6' $105.95 70066 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. 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. 6-12" $14.95, 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. 2-3' $29.95, 3-4' $35.95, 4-5' $89.95, 7-8' $149.95 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. 1-2' $19.95, 3-4' $29.95, 7-8' $149.95 71492 Cornus omeiense ‘Summer Passion’— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) A vigorous grower reaching heights up to 35'. We believe this species from China is similar to the evergreen C. kousa selection found in Japan and Korea, but with increased hardiness and growth. Covered with outstanding evergreen foliage, the leaves are glossy green with coppery red new growth. The first cold of winter sets a tint of red-purple to the leaves. Bracts of creamy white in the summer. 3-4' $44.95 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. 6-7' $139.95 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. 1-2' $15.95 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. 3-4' $67.95 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. All have a single main trunk and tend to branch low, often almost to the ground. 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 off in the autumn garden. 70903 Cornus Stellar Celestial® —(formerly ‘Galaxy’) This cultivar has an erect habit with a nice spread of limbs. The bracts have a green tint when they first open, later becoming a brilliant white. 4-5' $79.95 70812 Cornus Stellar Constellation® — Another white form of this fine series. This one has well-separated flower bracts and a somewhat thinner structure adding a delightful airiness to the garden. 6-7' $139.95, 8-9' $149.95 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! 1-2' $24.95, 3-4' $48.95 COROKIA 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. 71799 Corokia x virgata ‘Sunsplash’ — Leaves are a variegated yellow and green. The star shapped small flowers appear in early summer and then it has red fruits in fall! 6-12" $9.95, 1-2' $14.95 CORYLOPSIS - WINTERHAZEL — The winterhazels 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. 6-12" $9.95, 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, 1-2' $19.95 70619 Corylopsis platypetala — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) Pale primrose yellow flowers hang in delicate, narrow clusters. C. platypetala is a medium sized shrub with leaves bluish green in the spring and bright yellow in fall. A highly ornamental plant. Grows to 20'. 3-6" $9.95 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. 1-2' $16.95, 2-3' $19.95, 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. 6-12" $16.95, 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. 6-12" $9.95 73892 Corylopsis spicata ‘Aurea’ — The pale yellow flowers are followed by bright yellow green leaves that appriciates shade to shine. A graceful and refined shrub. 6-12" $19.95 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' $19.95 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! 1-2' $19.95, 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. 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, 5-6' $49.95 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! 1-2' $44.95 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. 1-2' $20.95, 3-4' $32.95 70587 Cotinus coggygria ‘Purpurea’ — An especially attractive small tree that has purple plum spring foliage which turns emerald green in summer. Pinky red feathery plumes emerge in a cloud of glory and remain throughout the summer. They are excellent dried and used in flower arrangements. In autumn the foliage turns a brilliant scarlet. 3-4' $39.95 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! 6-12" $12.95, 1-2' $19.95 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. 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. 1-2' $15.95, 2-3' $26.95 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. 70832 Cotoneaster horizontalis ‘Variegatus’ — Everything about this deciduous to semievergreen shrub is diminutive except the 5-8' spread at maturity. It grows to about 2-3' in height and bears quantities of pink flowers resembling tiny roses in late spring. The bright red equally small fruit of fall first decorate the small dark green, white edged foliage, then blend with the rosy red autumn leaf color. An excellent ground cover; this may be one of the finest dwarf variegated shrubs! 6-12" $11.95 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. 3-6" $8.95 72291 Cotoneaster submultiflorus — 6-12" $9.95 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, upright, 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. 1-2' $18.95 004/30/08 |
