Plants

Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' [sold as Braunlaub Finger-leaf Rodgersia]

[Braunlaub Finger-leaf Rodgersia]

Rosa multiflora

[Multiflora Rose]

Highly invasive. Multiflora rose was imported from Eastern Asia in the late 1700s as an ornamental, in erosion control, and as a living fence. his bush forms dense strands that interfere with other woody species and replaces native plants on forest edges. In Indiana, it is illegal to move, plant, or distribute multiflora rose without a permit, according to DNR DEPP Admin code 312 IAC 18-3-13. It is designated a noxious weed in several states…

Sassafras albidum

[Common Sassafras]

Roots sucker and form thickets, which may or may not be desirable. Sassafras tea contains safrole, a mild carcinogen banned in food products. Iron chlorosis in high pH can turn leaves yellow.

Sorbaria sorbifolia

[Ural Falsespirea]

Coarse texture and unusual spirea-like flowers give this plant unique summer interest. Best in large-scale situations. Spreads vigorously by suckering if not contained. Intensive root pruning can be used to control spread. Does not do the best in dry soils but does tolerate them. Does poorly in heavy wind. Flowers turn brown with senescence and esthetic is slightly improved by their removal. To some, a bit too coarse in winter habit.

Stewartia pseudocamellia

[Japanese Stewartia]

In the wild, this specimen can grow up to 60' high, much larger than the mature landscape tree which ranges from 20-40' high. The outstanding, multi-colored bark is rich and flaking, ranging from soft grays and browns to orangish brown. There are no serious pests or diseases for this specimen.

Styphnolobium japonicum

[Japanese Pagodatree]

A widely adapted tree with good drought and pollution tolerance, and foliage texture comparable to Gleditsia, but a smaller tree and with more seasonal interest. Relatively trouble-free except for fungi that live in weaker twigs that cause twig blight and canker. Fungi invade most readily those twigs killed by cold or self-pruning. Seeds are poisonous. Difficult to train a central leader. More cold sensitive when young.

Styrax japonicus

[Japanese Snowbell]

Relatively trouble-free. Can be susceptible to Ambrosia beetle and canker. Partial shade best in Zones 7 and 8 due to heat intolerance.

Symphoricarpos × chenaultii

[Chenault Coralberry]

A more refined plant than the parent S. orbiculatus, perhaps more showy in flower and fruit and more useful in the shrub border. Useful as a bank cover or large scale groundcover. Transplants well. This plant has a beautiful fruit show and is shade tolerant, however, it is also a twiggy, "garbage can plant" (collects leaves and blowing debris); this quality (especially prominent in the fall and winter) limits its usability in the landscape.

Symphoricarpos orbiculatus

[Coralberry]

Syringa reticulata

[Japanese Tree Lilac]

A very hardy and showy tree. Attractive, cherry-like mahogany-colored bark, distinctly different from all other lilacs. Widely adapted to soils and environments. Cut to ground to rejuvenate completely. Mildew resistant. Subject to infestations of borers and scale insects, but these are not usually serious enough to discourage its use where some maintenance is available. Alternate year flowering on different parts of the tree can sometimes occur, a problem that can be assuaged by deadheading (use…