As its common name suggests, the Weeping Norway Spruce has a drooping habit and pendulous branches. This plant’s irregular form varies depending on how it is trained, and it may even spread along the ground if left unsupported. Slight mite susceptibility in hot, dry sites. Some susceptibility to borers. […]
‘Aurea’ is a semi-dwarf cultivar with bright green needles that turn a bright golden-yellow in the winter. Best coloration in full sun. Pruning annually can help maintain dwarf habit (don't pinch or cut past candles). Can be disfigured by scale insects. […]
‘Hillside Creeper’ is a low-growing, spreading evergreen that can be used as a groundcover. Tolerant of fairly dry soils, but not a good specimen in shade or on wet soils. […]
The Elm genus, Ulmus, contains about thirty species of mostly deciduous trees. Generally susceptible to Dutch Elm Disease, which is caused by Ophiostoma ulmi. (Dutch Elm Disease has lead to the near extinction of the American Elm in the US). […]
A compact cultivar with attractive, variegated leaves. Grows well in a variety of situations, including wet soil. Easy to transplant. Relatively trouble-free. A three-year pruning cycle improves form, vigor, and winter stem color effect. Cutting all stems 6-12" from ground in late winter has similar effect. Best in mass plantings. Excellent for winter color. Leaf […]
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‘Red Dragon’ was cultivated at a nursery in New Zealand and is leaf scorch resistant. This cascading, dwarf mound is considered to be one of the best variants for holding its color throughout the seasons in both sun and shade. However, it is important to keep this plant in a protected area that shields it […]
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Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca Pendula’ is an interesting and beautiful plant with distinctly blue foliage. The habit of this weeping cultivar is determined by training. If left alone and unsupported, the central leader will weep gracefully downwards, but the central leader can also be staked to create a more upright form with cascading branches coming from […]
Crypomeria japonica ‘Globosa Nana’ is a compact and rounded, slow-growing shrub that may take over 20 years to reach 4-8 feet. Fairly easy to grow. Prefers acid soils and must be sheltered from strong winds. […]
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