Shrub/Tree Indiana Native Viburnum prunifolium [Blackhaw Viburnum] Widely tolerant of different soils and exposures. Transplants well. Relatively trouble-free. Can be pruned to form a nice hedge. Scale and borers are occasional problems. The edible fruits are sweet and can be eaten fresh, or used in jams and preserves.
Shrub Viburnum × rhytidophylloides 'Willowwood' [Willowwood Lantanaphyllum Viburnum] Poor tolerance to heavy wind environments. Great plant in the Midwest, flowering in the spring and even sporadically into the fall. Foliage sometimes lasting well into the winter. Prune right after flowering, because new buds for the following year form in the summer.
Liana (Climbing Vine) InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Vinca minor [Common Periwinkle] One of the best evergreen ground covers for a shady location. Spreads quickly after establishment. Subject to stem-rot disease when grown vigorously and in wet soil. Also does not like very dry soil and full sun. Does best with regular watering on well-drained soil.
Tree Zelkova serrata [Japanese Zelkova] An excellent shade tree, probably one of the best substitutes for Ulmus americana in form and gracefulness, but slightly smaller. A beautiful wood grain for furniture, etc. Minor susceptibility to various elm diseases and pests, but resistant to Dutch Elm Disease.
Tree Zelkova serrata 'Halka' [Halka Japanese Zelkova] An excellent shade tree, probably one of the best substitutes for Ulmus americana in form and gracefulness, but slightly smaller. A beautiful wood grain for furniture, etc. Minor susceptibility to various elm diseases and pests, but resistant to Dutch Elm Disease. Considered to be one of the more popular cultivars of Zelkova serrata, although Green Vase and 'Green Village' tend to be better performers. 'Halka' is more open and loose and the fall color is…
