Plants

Abelia × grandiflora

[Glossy Abelia]

Glossy Abelia can develop chlorosis on high pH soils. Yearly pruning is required to remove deadwood and this plant may become leggy with age if not killed back in winter.

Abelia × grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope'

[Kaleidoscope Glossy Abelia]

Abelia × 'Edward Goucher'

[Edward Goucher Abelia]

Abeliophyllum distichum

[Korean Abelialeaf]

Koran Abelialeaf is a multi-stemmed shrub with a rounded habit with often a vibrant flower show in mid-March to early April. Native to Korea, this shrub provides color to the early spring landscape while most plants are still dormant. Flower are white to faintly tinged-pink, 4-petaled, 3/8 to 5/8" in diameter, fragrant, borne on 1/2 to 1 1/2" inflorescences. Stems are 4-sided.

Abies balsamea

[Balsam Fir]

Used mainly as a specimen tree and popular as a Christmas tree. Does not hold its needles very long in a dry house and for this reason is not as desirable as pines. In youth it looks good but under hot, dry conditions may lose the older needles and become open and unkempt.

Abies balsamea var. phanerolepis

[Canaan Fir]

The Canaan Fir is more tolerant of different environmental conditions than many other firs. It can tolerate wetter soils, and because of its later bud break, is more resistant to damage caused by late spring frost. Can be affected by spruce budworms, wooly adelgid, and several canker diseases, as well as deer. This species transplants well.

Abies borisii-regis

[Bulgarian Fir]

Abies concolor

[White Fir]

Similar to Picea pungens f. glauca in color and general form, but less positive, and so easier to use in a variety of situations. Better adapted to hot, dry summers than most other firs.

Abies concolor 'Blue Select'

[Blue Select White Fir]

Better adapted to hot, dry summers than most other firs. 'Blue Select' is noted for its intense blue upright needles.

Abies concolor 'Conica'

[Conica White Fir]

'Conica' is a narrow habit white fir, with a spread reaching 10-15' wide. Similar to Picea pungens f. glauca in color and general form, but less positive, and easier to use in a variety of situations. Better adapted to hot, dry summers than most other firs, but prefers cooler cilmates.

Abies fraseri

[Frasier Fir]

Can suffer in hot, dry situations, but performs better in drier conditions than Abies balsamea (Balsam Fir). This species has become a popular Christmas tree.

Abies homolepis

[Nikko Fir]

Often damaged by deer.

Abies koreana

[Korean Fir]

This fir is slightly more heat tolerant than others, but still does best in cold climates.

Abies nordmanniana

[Nordmann Fir]

In the wild, this species can reach over a staggering 200'. Many uses for this tree are for spacious parks and screening.

Abies sp.

[Fir]

Acanthus mollis [sold as Common Bear's Breeches]

[Bear's breeches]

Acanthus spinosus [sold as Spiny Bear's Breeches]

[Spiny Bear's Breeches]

Acer buergerianum

[Trident Maple]

Needs training to develop single central leader (if that is desired). Popular street tree in Japan. Cold hardiness varies in seed produced stock. In some cases, fruit set is so high as to deplete foliage. Flaking bicolor bark in gray-brown and orange.

Acer campestre

[Hedge Maple]

Transplants easily. Pruning may be needed to limb up branches to create a shade or patio tree. Tolerates severe pruning and soil compaction. Can be pruned to become a giant hedge.

Acer × freemanii

[Freeman Maple]

Stemming from its Silver Maple parentage, this hybrid is an extremely fast grower and tolerant plant, able to withstand drought conditions and heavy soils, which the Red Maple, its other parent, cannot. However, the Freeman Maple has more of the strength in wood of the Red Maple.

Acer × freemanii 'Bailston' [Sold as Matador™ First Editions® Maple]

[Matador Maple]

Acer glabrum

[Rocky Mountain Maple]

This species can withstand moderate drought and coarser soils better than other maples, but prefers moist soils that are slightly acidic.

Acer grandidentatum

[Bigtooth Maple]

A densely branched tree with shiny green lobulate leaves on top and silvery beneath. It has a bright fall color of red, yellow, and orange as well as yellow corymbose flowers in spring. The samaras resemble moth wings.

Acer grandidentatum 'Schmidt' [sold as Rocky Mountain Glow®]

[Rocky Mountain Glow Maple]

Acer grandidentatum is closely related to Acer saccharum (the Sugar Maple), which it is often compared to. This variant stands out due to its more upright form, smaller size, and its brilliant orange-yellow and orange-red fall foliage.

Acer griseum

[Paperbark Maple]

Slow growth (6-12" per year) is compensated for by longevity and freedom from maintenance. The cinnamon-brown, curly bark is outstanding. Habit is open enough to display bark interest year-round.

Acer × 'Hipzam' [sold as Highland Park®]

[Highland Park Bigtooth Maple]

Acer grandidentatum is closely related to Acer saccharum (the Sugar Maple), which it is often compared to. 'Hipazam', often sold under the name of Highland Park, is an upright variant with an oval crown and lustrous, deep green leathery leaves that turn an attractive orange-red in autumn.

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'

[Full Moon Maple]

Acer japonicum 'Rising Sun'

[Rising Sun Fullmoon Maple]

This large-leaf maple provides a stunning fall-color around September to October with hints of orange, red and yellow earning it's cultivar name 'Rising Sun'.

Acer maximowiczianum

[Nikko Maple]

The Nikko Maple is a small, vase-shaped tree that has year-round interest, especially due to its attractive, smooth gray to grayish yellow bark. This tree was discovered in Japan in the 1860s by Carl Johann Maximowicz, hence the specific epithet name; the town of Nikko, Japan contributes to the common name. It is rare in its native habitat today.

Acer miyabei

[Miyabe Maple]

Attractive bark is grayish with long, vertical scales and fissures in maturity. Some difficulty in both vegetative and seed propagation.

Acer miyabei 'JFS-KW3AMI' [sold as Rugged Ridge®]

[Rugged Ridge® Miyabe Maple]

'JFS-KW3AMI' is a cultivar is often chosen for its ornamental furrowed and rough appearing bark. This tree is tough, adaptable, and versatile. It also has a charming yellow fall color.

Acer miyabei 'Morton' [sold as State Street™]

[State Street Miyabe Maple]

This selection has handsome corky bark with an oval form and attractive ascending branches. Acer miyabei 'Morton' is sometimes known as an alternative to Acer campestre, as it is more vigorous and cold hardy.

Acer negundo

[Boxelder]

Invasive. Very rough in its appearance due to pinnately compound, coarsely serrate leaves paired with a multi-stemmed, irregular habit. Leaves of young specimens may commonly be mistaken for poison ivy. This tree has limited ornamental value in the landscape and is short lived but also extremely tolerant of site conditions. Wherever this species is grown, expect to encounter boxelder bugs (Leptocoris trivittatus). This common pest feeds on the sap of boxelders and maples and is…

Acer palmatum

[Japanese Maple]

A refined but striking specimen in its several forms, differing in color, texture, and habit, but all graceful. Newly expanded foliage may be damaged by sun and wind. Plant where it will receive some protection from the elements, especially winter elements. Can leaf out early and be killed back by a late freeze. Prefers some shade and good moisture.

Acer palmatum 'Wolff' [sold as Emperor I®]

[Emperor I Japanese Maple]

Emperor I grows rapidly and of the Japanese Maple cultivars it is on the larger side. Leaves have red and blue pigment, holds color in heat. This cultivar leafs out 12 to 14 days later than sister cultivars which helps avoid spring frost damage.

Acer palmatum `Koto-no-ito`

[Harp Strings Japanese Maple]

Tolerant to black walnut (Juglans nigra).

Acer palmatum 'Osakazuki'

[Osakazuki Japanese Maple]

'Osakazuki' is an older cultivar with vibrant green leaves that fade to red in the fall. It has many uses in the landscaping with its fine texture. Needs some protection from heat.

Acer palmatum `Sango Kaku`

[Coral Bark Japanese Maple]

Acer palmatum 'Sherwood Flame'

[Sherwood Flame Japanese Maple]

Acer palmatum `Shishigashira`

[Lion’s Head Japanese Maple]

Avoid planting in windy sites and dry soil.

Acer palmatum 'Summer Gold'

[Summer Gold Japanese Maple]

Acer palmatum 'Tsukasa Silhouette'

[Tsukasa Silhouette Japanese Maple]

Acer palmatum var. atropurpureum 'Bloodgood'

[Bloodgood Japanese Maple]

This popular tree is chosen for its stunning purplish-red leaves during the summer months. However, if the summer is particularly hot and dry, the color will dull to a greenish-red hue.

Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Ever Red'

[Ever Red Cutleaf Japanese Maple]

The branching of this attractive Japanese Maple cultivar provides a weeping affect to the landscape. This variety holds its color longer than most other varieties of Japanese Maple, and is also one of the smaller forms. 'Ever Red' can handle more urban soils but prefers acidic, moist soils. Best coloration occurs if in partial shade.

Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Red Dragon'

[Red Dragon Cutleaf Japanese Maple]

'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 from both summer drought and cold winds.

Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Tamukeyama'

[Tamukeyama Japanese Maple]

This is a popular cultivar with red-purple leaves and a mounding growth form. The leaves turn a vivid red in the fall. With the leaf color and interesting growth habit, this makes an excellent accent tree in the landscape.

Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Waterfall'

[Waterfall Japanese Maple]

Best grown in moist, well-drained, organic soils. Avoid hot, dry, or excessively windy sites. New foliage may scorch in full sun location. Chlorosis may occur in high pH soils. Pruning should be kept to a minimum as it often results in significant bleeding especially in the spring/summer. The 'Waterfall' variety is a weeping cultivar that displays cascading branching.

Acer pictum ssp. mono

[Painted Maple]

This tree will sometimes be seen growing in a shrub-like habit. A milky sap comes out of the stem when it is cut. Smooth gray bark with longitudinal fissures in an irregular pattern resembles the bark of Acer palmatum, the Japanese Maple.

Acer pictum ssp. mono

[Painted Maple]

Acer platanoides

[Norway Maple]

One of the densest shade trees, widely adaptable to soils and environments, including dry and polluted city conditions. Transplants easily. Extremely dense canopy and shallow root system make it impossible to maintain good turf beneath. Can be a weed problem, especially in cooler parts of the northeast US. Slight susceptibility to verticillium wilt, anthracnose, and leaf scorch. Can be damaged by 2,4-D drift. Does not perform well in southern US (warm nights severely retard growth).…

Acer platanoides 'Columnare'

[Columnar Norway Maple]

This cultivar is easy to transplant and is tolerant of different soils. The Columnar Norway Maple is more adaptable to drought than other Maples. Pollution tolerant. When Norway maple escapes cultivation and invades natural areas it reduces species richness and native tree regeneration by out-competing other trees and understory species for resources, creating dense shade canopies, and spreading rapidly through high seed production. It also releases toxins that reduce the growth and reproduction of native…

Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'

[Crimson King Norway Maple]

Crimson King is a common cultivar used in the industry for its rich maroon foliage throughout the growing season. One of the densest shade trees, widely adaptable to soils and environments, including dry and polluted city conditions. Transplants easily. Extremely dense canopy and shallow root system make it impossible to maintain good turf beneath. Slight susceptibility to verticillium wilt, anthracnose, and leaf scorch. When Norway maple escapes cultivation and invades natural areas it reduces species…

Acer platanoides 'Emerald Queen'

[Emerald Queen Norway Maple]

This cultivar has ascending branches and an oval habit. Best selection of Norway Maples for urban sites. Fast growth rate and shallow root system. Brilliant yellow in the fall. When Norway maple escapes cultivation and invades natural areas it reduces species richness and native tree regeneration by out-competing other trees and understory species for resources, creating dense shade canopies, and spreading rapidly through high seed production. It also releases toxins that reduce the growth and…

Acer pseudoplatanus

[Sycamore Maple]

Tolerates salt spray. Produces a lot of dead wood that needs removal. Anthracnose and canker disease can be serious.

Acer pseudoplatanus 'Tunpetti' [sold as Regal Petticoat™]

[Regal Petticoat Sycamore Maple]

This cultivar does well in urban conditions. It is highly salt tolerant and as the tree matures lower hanging branches can be removed allowing for a higher canopy that does not obstruct walkways.

Acer rubrum

[Red Maple]

Tolerant of wet, poorly drained soils and as well as dry conditions. Weak wooded. Intermediate in quality between A. saccharum and A. saccharinum, somewhat prone to breakage in storms, but generally satisfactory. Does not tolerate heavy pollution.

Acer rubrum 'Autumn Flame'

[Autumn Flame Red Maple]

This cultivar is used for its stunning, bright red color in the fall. It is a good choice for a shade or street tree, since it can handle urban pollution. Place in wet areas for best fall color. The Autumn Flame Maple is a fruitless cultivar.

Acer rubrum 'Autumn Spire'

[Autumn Spire Red Maple]

'Autumn Spire' has a broad columnar form and brilliant red fall coloration. This cultivar only produces male flowers, so it is fruitless.

Acer rubrum 'Bowhall'

[Bowhall Red Maple]

This cultivar is a great choice for wet soil areas. Its less aggressive root system makes it a better choice for a street tree. The orange-red coloration brings interest in the fall.

Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'

[Brandywine Red Maple]

'Brandy Wine' is known for its change of fall color from light red to deep reddish-purple in mid-fall. Its shallow root system makes this tree to be a great choice for street or urban conditions. This cultivar only produces male flowers, so no fruit develops.

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame'

[Fairview Flame Red Maple]

Tolerant of wet, poorly drained soils and also dry conditions. Moderately weak wooded. Does not tolerate heavy pollution.

Acer rubrum 'Frank Jr.' [sold as Redpointe®]

[Redpointe Red Maple]

Introduced by Schmit Nursery, Repointe Red Maple is known for pyramidal habit when young, glossy green leaves, and brilliant red fall color. Tolerant of wet, poorly drained soils and as well as dry conditions. Does not tolerate heavy pollution, and is often chlorotic in heavy clay soils.

Acer rubrum 'Franksred' [sold as Red Sunset®]

[Red Sunset Red Maple]

Faster growth rate than the Norway Maple and Sugar maple. One of the best Red Maple cultivars on the market, as it colors before October Glory. Great choice for flood plains or wetter areas in the landscape.

Acer rubrum 'JFS-KW78' [sold as Armstrong Gold®]

[Armstrong Gold Maple]

Low maintenance maple that needs full sun to part shade. Best grown in moist, well drained, acidic soil with branches that are angled upwards.

Acer rubrum [sold as October Glory®]

[October Glory Red Maple]

The October Glory Maple is one of the more popular Red Maple cultivars used in landscapes. This cultivar tends to hold its lustrous green leaves well into the fall season before changing to a vivid reddish-orange. Early freezes in northern parts of the country can hinder fall color.

Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley'

[Sun Valley Red Maple]

This rounded oval cultivar prefers moist soils, even tolerating wet soils. The Sun Valley Red Maple has red, showy flowers that bloom in March, but does not produce fruit.

Acer saccharinum

[Silver Maple]

Grows largest along stream banks. One of the best trees for poor soils, and in places where a functional shade tree is quickly needed. Roots invade and clog drainage tiles, and break sidewalks. Very weak wooded. Many disease and insect problems.

Acer saccharum

[Sugar Maple]

Widely adapted to climate, but best in at least reasonably fertile soil. One of the best shade tree species over a wide area, but for best results select plants known for adaptability to the local region. Quite shade tolerant. Low maintenance in a good site. 50 gal. sap or more needed to make 1 gal. syrup. Not so drought-tolerant as silver maple, but reasonably so. Does poorly in compacted soils, and doesn't like salt spray.…

Acer saccharum 'Bailsta' [sold as Fall Fiesta™]

[Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple]

The Bailsta Sugar Maple, sold under the trademark name of Fall Fiesta, has a vigorous growth rate and vibrant fall foliage of yellow, orange and red. It is resistant to heat, drought, and leaf scorch, This cultivar has an excellent symmetrical, round, and upright form.

Acer saccharum 'Barrett Cole' [sold as Apollo®]

[Apollo Sugar Maple]

This cultivar has a unique narrow to columnar shape with dense branching and a generally small size. Has been noted for its resistance to the Japanese beetle. Tolerant of soils although does best in deeper soils. Great coloration during fall months, full sun encourages a deep red fall color.

Acer saccharum 'Bonfire'

[Bonfire Sugar Maple]

Acer saccharum 'Commemoration' [sold as Commemoration®]

[Commemoration Sugar Maple]

This fast-growing cultivar is known for its oval shape and brilliant fall color. The Commemoration Sugar Maple tends to show its fall color in early November; nearly two weeks earlier than the straight species. Resistant to leaf tatter.

Acer saccharum 'Endowment'

[Endowment Sugar Maple]

The Endowment Sugar Maple is known for its tight columnar shape. It is best to place this tree where its roots are not restricted. More drought tolerant than other Sugar Maples. Used for as a screen and street tree.

Acer saccharum 'Fairview'

[Fairview Sugar Maple]

The Fairview Sugar Maple is a great choice as a shade tree and is noted for its classic Sugar Maple shape and emerald-green leaves. Does not tolerate pollution or urban conditions well.

Acer saccharum 'Goldspire'

[Goldspire Sugar Maple]

The Goldspire Sugar Maple has a densely columnar shape and brilliant yellow to yellow-orange fall foliage. This cultivar is shade tolerant and resistant to leaf scorch. As with most Sugar Maples, the Goldspire Sugar Maple does not tolerate compacted soils.

Acer saccharum 'Green Mountain' [sold as Green Moutain®]

[Green Mountain Sugar Maple]

The Green Mountain Sugar Maple is heat tolerant and resistant to leaf scorch. This cultivar has a nice pyramidal shape, strong central trunk, and brilliant orange to scarlet fall foliage.

Acer saccharum 'JFS-Caddo2' [sold as Flashfire™]

[Flashfire Sugar Maple]

Come fall the Flashfire® Sugar Maple turns bright red before the foliage drops. The season interest does not stop there, in spring and throughout summer the foliage is glossy and dark green.

Acer saccharum 'JFS-KW8' [Sold as Autumn Fest®]

[Autumn Fest Sugar Maple]

Selected for upright habit with good central leader, vigorous growth, and bright bright red fall color.

Acer saccharum 'Legacy'

[Legacy Sugar Maple]

The Legacy Sugar Maple is one of the most used Sugar Maple cultivars. It is known for its attractive oval form and excellent scarlet-orange fall color. Legacy is tolerant to dense shade, leaf tatter, and mild drought and is a relatively long-lived tree.

Acer saccharum ssp. nigrum

[Black Maple]

The Black Maple is a close relative of the Sugar Maple. Typically, Black Maples tolerate and grow in wetter soils than the Sugar Maple, but they are equally shade tolerant. Black Maples do not tolerate salts and are therefore poor street trees. This species prefers deep, uncompacted soils.

Acer shirasawanum 'Aureum'

[Golden Full Moon Maple]

This unique cultivar has light green to almost yellow, 9 to 13-lobed leaves and is a perfect choice as a small, specimen tree. It is also often trimmed into a shrub form. This plant prefers cooler summers. During spring, small reddish-purple flowers bloom in April to give way to stunning red samaras. The Golden Full Moon Maple has brilliant fall foliage in gold to orange-red.

Acer sp.

[Maple]

The Maple genus, Acer, is comprised of about 120 species of mostly deciduous trees that are commonly used ornamentally in the landscape, and commercially for timber and even syrup.

Acer tataricum ‘Garann’ [sold as Hot Wings® Tatarian Maple]

[Hot Wings Tatarian Maple]

The cultivar name comes from the scarlet red winged fruits that appear on this tree in mid to late summer.

Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala

[Amur Maple]

Extremely hardy small tree with interesting foliage (elongated center lobe) and colorful fruits (on some trees). Widely adapted and trouble-free. Prefers sun but tolerates some shade. Good for growth in large planters. Among first trees to leaf out. Withstands heavy pruning. Can be damaged by ice stroms. Verticillium susceptible, but rare.

Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame'

[Flame Amur Maple]

Extremely hardy small tree with interesting foliage (elongated center lobe) and colorful fruits. Widely adapted and trouble-free. Prefers sun but tolerates some shade. Good for growth in large planters. Among first trees to leaf out. Withstands heavy pruning. Can be damaged by ice stroms. Verticillium susceptible, but rare.

Acer triflorum

[Three-Flower Maple]

Acer triflorum tends to be an understory tree in its natural habitat. Its beautiful exfoliating bark reveals a rusty brown coloration, providing attractive winter interest. Its shallow root system cannot handle drought well, unless properly mulched. This maple can handle full shade but is best in part shade to full sun.

Acer × 'Warrenred' [sold as Pacific Sunset®]

[Pacific Sunset Maple]

'Pacific Sunset®' is an Acer truncatum X Acer platanoides hybrib. it has dark, glossy leaves in the summer and bright yellow-orange to red leaves in the fall. They are not commonly used but are known for being adaptable to a wide variety of landscpaes.

Acer × freemanii 'Armstrong'

[Armstrong Red Maple]

The Armstrong Red Maple is a cross between Acer rubrum and Acer saccharinum and is known for its columnar habit and brilliant red to red-orange fall coloration. This species has the durability of the Silver Maple and can tolerate urban conditions. The root system is less aggressive, though, so it can be planted as a street tree.

Acer × freemanii 'Celzam' [sold as Celebration®]

[Celebration Freeman Maple]

'Celzam' has a classic upright form with uniform growth, making for a great specimen tree in the landscape. This plant, like most Freeman hybrids, is generally seedless and is also known for its fall color. In early October, 'Celzam' becomes a brilliant red and then slowly changes to gold by late October.

Acer × freemanii 'Jeffersred' [sold as Autumn Blaze®]

[Autumn Blaze Maple]

This cultivar is among the best for fall foliage of both Red and hybrid Red Maples. It is an extremely fast grower and appears to be more drought tolerant than most Acer rubrum cultivars. 'Jeffersred', is often sold under the tradmark name, Autumn Blaze.

Acer × freemanii 'Marmo'

[Marmo Freeman Maple]

The Marmo Maple has similar characteristics to its Silver Maple parent, more so than to its Red Maple parent. This cultivar produces staminate flowers, and therefore is seedless. 'Marmo' fall color ranges from reds to greens. Once established, it becomes tolerant to most pests and disease.

Acer × freemanii 'Scarsen' [sold as Scarlet Sentinel®]

[Scarlet Sentinel Freeman Maple]

This cultivar is a cross between the Red Maple and the Silver Maple, though it's leaves and bark more closely resemble the Silver Maple. It is one of the most adapted maples for southern regions of the country. 'Scarsen' is known for its colorful yellow-orange to orange-red fall foliage and columnar growth form.

Achillea 'Coronation Gold' [sold as Coronation Gold Yarrow]

[Coronation Gold Yarrow]

Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' [sold as Paprika Yarrow]

[Paprika Yarrow]

Achillea × millefolium 'Pomegranite' [sold as Pomegranite Yarrow]

[Pomegranite Yarrow]

Achillea millefolium 'Sassy Summer Sangria' [sold as Sassy Summer Sangria Yarrow]

[Sassy Summer Sangria Yarrow]

Achillea millefolium 'Sassy Summer Sunset' [sold as Sassy Summer Sunset Yarrow]

[Sassy Summer Sunset Yarrow]

Achillea millefolium 'Saucy Seduction' [sold as Saucy Seuction Yarrow]

[Saucy Seuction Yarrow]

Achillea millefolium 'Strawberry Seduction' [sold as Strawberry Seduction Yarrow]

[ Strawberry Seduction Yarrow]

Achillea millefolium 'Sunny Seduction' [sold as Sunny Seduction Yarrow]

[Sunny Seduction Yarrow]