… deciduous shrub that is native to woodlands, thickets, mountain slopes and ravines in western China, Bhutan, NE India, Myanmar, Nepal and Sikkim. This shrub typically grows to 20' tall and as wide. It is ornamentally grown in some areas for its long odd-pinnate leaves, its monoecious flowers in drooping racemes and its exceptional metallic blue bean-like fruit pods. Each leaf (to 36" …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Aloe cooperi is a South African grassland aloe discovered by William Burchell in his early travels in South Africa. It was rediscovered by Thomas Cooper, after whom it was named. Grass aloe occurs in moist habitats and dry rocky areas, mainly in Natal, Swaziland, and Mpumalanga. The plant …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… genus Amelanchier offer four seasons of interest -- small white flowers (occasionally pinkish) in spring, edible berries in early summer, attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… family. It is a true dwarf form of the huge tropical vines that are star performers in tropical gardens, and is used to provide a bright splash of color in bonsai gardens. Imported from the Philippines, this sun-loving plant is so unusual because of the short distance between nodes on its stems. This feature results in flowers and leaves packed tightly together—a different look from typical bougainvillea …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… bright red winter stems. It does not have the stoloniferous (spreading) habit of the species. In late spring it produces small white flowers held in flattened clusters which attract butterflies. The white fruit attracts birds later in the season. It has reddish-purple leaves in fall and later in the year its red stems provide …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… habit, and adaptability make it a versatile small shrub selection. Small white flowers tinged in pink in spring are followed by shiny red berries in fall that contrast with the burgundy fall color. Members of the genus Cotoneaster are …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Fragrant lavender flowers appear in large inflorescences typically appear in early June on this species of lilac native to northeastern Asia. Plant in full sun in rich well drained soils and site so that air movement is possible around the plant …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… for its cold hardiness that is reported to be superior to the species. Its white flowers in spring, burgundy foliage in fall and red berries in fall/winter are typical of the species. Native to China, Korean, and Japan, linden viburnums …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… palmatum , are wonderful garden plants if cold-hardy species are selected and they are sited in correct locations. Japanese maples prefer to be planted in moist, well-drained soil that is high in organic matter. They should ideally be planted in a sheltered location to protect them from …
Type: Plant Info
… grows up to 8-12' tall x 8-15' wide over 10 years. It produces beautiful creamy white flowers in late July on upright spikes, 18-30" long - the longest of any of the cultivars on the market. Foliage turns a bright yellow in the fall. It grows well in sun or partial shade in evenly moist soils and over time will make an impressive clump as it …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
