Author: Kirby Kalbaugh
Posts by Kirby Kalbaugh
Picea sp.
The conical or pyramidal form of Spruces makes them a valuable addition to the landscape. […]
Pinus sp.
Pines are very diverse in terms of habit and landscape uses. […]
Quercus sp.
Oak species consist of 2 groups – Red/Black and White. This genus can be used all over the United States, and can thrive in various environments. It adds lots of shade to a landscape. […]
Ulmus parvifolia ‘Burgundy’
This cultivar is noted for outstanding habit and foliage. Stunning, multi-colored mottled and exfoliating bark. Grows well under city conditions. Good resistance against Dutch elm disease, elm leaf beetle, and Japanese beetle. Slightly weak wooded, so sometimes damaged by ice storms. […]
Cercis canadensis ‘Royal White’
‘Royal White’ is known for its abundant white flowers and cold hardiness. This cultivar’s white blooms are larger than those found on ‘alba’ and it is the most cold hardy form. A fine small tree that is relatively trouble-free and drought-resistant. Requires some protection from the sun in hotter climates, however flowering decreases with deep […]
Philadelphus lewisii ‘Blizzard’
'Blizzard' is a cultivar that is more cold hardy than the straight species. It is known for its white flowers that are very fragrant. […]
Cornus alba ‘Jefreb’ [sold as Little Rebel®]
Little Rebel® has a compact form with incredible maroon fall color and bright red stems in the winter. It also stands out in the summer with bark that is smooth and stems that have a tinge of red to them. […]
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Cephalanthus occidentalis ‘Bailoptics’ [sold as Fiber Optics®]
Fiber Optics® has a compact form with shoots that appear as a reddish-brown on new growth. It also has white fragrant flowers that appear as a sphere-like shape. […]
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Magnolia acuminata ‘Yellow Bird’
‘Yellow Bird’ is a cultivar that has a pyramidal habit and is fast growing. Its flowers are almost non-fragrant, yellow with a greenish tinge at the base of outer tepals. Tepals are longer than the straight species, reaching 3″ to 4″ long. Since it flowers later, flowering is more dependable without the threat of frosts. […]