Shrub Spiraea japonica 'Genpei' [Genpei Japanese Spirea] 'Genpei' (also seen sold as 'Shirobana' and 'Shibori') is an excellent, mounded cultivar that produces flower clusters that can be pink, deep rose, or white, or a combination. Flowers heavily in June (on new growth), and then continues intermittently through August. Annual pruning results in better foliage and flower effect. Tolerant of widely different soils and exposures, but tends to do best in full sun with adequate moisture and a pH of 6.0-7.5. Avoid very…
Shrub Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame' [Golden Japanese Spirea] 'Goldflame' is known for foliage that rotates between different golds, yellows, and bronzes throughout the seasons. In the spring, the foliage emerges bronze-red, followed by yellow-green foliage in the summer, and finally becoming golden yellow to orange in the fall. Flowers heavily in June (on new growth) and then continues intermittently through August. Annual pruning results in better foliage and flower effect. Tolerant of widely different soils and exposures, but tends to do best in…
Shrub Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess' [Little Princess Spirea] Grows larger and faster than species
Shrub Indiana Native Vaccinium angustifolium [Lowbush Blueberry] The Lowbush Blueberry requires acidic soils with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5. Iron chlorosis can be a problem in higher pH soils. Mulch around roots to maintain high organic matter. For higher blossom and berry output, grow in full sun. Berries are sweet and edible.
Shrub Vaccinium angustifolium 'Burgundy' [Burgundy Lowbush Blueberry] Known for their red fall color. This plant need a lot of moisture and good drainage. Blueberries are edible. Attracts birds and butterflies.
