… The Oakleaf European beech is so named because its lobed leaves somewhat resemble the shape of an oak leaf, but the deep green glossy coloration is typical of the European beech. A wide range of cultivars of the European beech have been … or gold); they are often featured as specimen trees where space permits. The smooth gray bark is an attractive feature of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Quercina European beech is so named because its lobed leaves somewhat resemble the shape of an oak leaf, but the deep green glossy coloration is typical of the European beech. A wide range of cultivars of the European beech have been … or gold); they are often featured as specimen trees where space permits. The smooth gray bark is an attractive feature of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… has a semi upright shape with outwardly oriented branches and densly packed leaves. The result is a somewhat irregular compact shape. It can be trained as a small tree or as a multistem shrub. It would work well in small spaces, as an accent, in a container and as a bonsai. It is very slow growing, about four inches a year, and ultimately only reaching 6 feet in height. … Silva of Crispin's Creations Nursery in Molalla, OR and named after his son Chris. The Ginkgo is an ancient deciduous conifer and evidence has been found which shows this tree coexisted with …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This vibrant, easy-to-grow succulent is a rounded, erect, compact shrub that grows to 2 feet tall and wide. Its blooms blanket the … lampros (bright) and anthos (flower). This genus contains 227 species and 13 varieties and is native to the southwest and west coast of Western Cape, South Africa, from Vredenburg to … be used in rock gardens and on steep slopes or embankments planted in sandy, loamy soils. It is a striking addition to the garden, especially when planted among dark foliage and flowers. In …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Tilia cordata ‘PNI 6025’ Greenspire™ is a magnificent shade tree with a strong, spire-like shape throughout its life; fragrant yellow … fragrant yellow flowers with tan bracts hanging below the branches in early summer. The fruit is not ornamentally significant. The rough gray bark is not particularly outstanding. Greenspire linden will grow to be about 50 feet tall at …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Description: This slow-flying carrion eater is sometimes found on the ground feeding on dead fish, but is usually seen flying over, mostly in pairs or small groups. …
Type: Birding
… to a height of 60 feet with full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. It is a specimen in a hedge and is resistant to deer. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Q. What is compost? A. Compost is the result of an accelerated biological decomposition process of plants. Humus (decomposed plant material) is needed to maintain loose, well-drained soil that can be easily cultivated and promotes good …
Type: Plant Info
… 'Warrenred' (or Pacific Sunset) is a cross between the Shantung Maple ( Acer truncatum ) and the Norway Maple ( Acer platanoides ). It is a rounded, upright grower that can reach a height of 30 feet with a spread of 25 feet. Its dark green lobed foliage turns bright orange and red in the fall. It is hardy to Zone 4, prefers full sun and tolerates a wide range of soil conditions making it a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Anise hyssop ( Agastache foeniculum ) is a midwestern native that can reach a height of 4 feet with a spread of 3 feet. It blooms from … that attract hummingbirds and butterflies; the seeds are attractive to birds. Anise hyssop is not fussy about soil types or conditions, as long as it is well-drained. It will tolerate partial shade but does best in full sun. The crushed leaves …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
