Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Phellodendron amurense [Amur Corktree] A striking tree for its interesting bark and massive framework. Widely adaptable to soil, trouble-free, and drought and pollution resistance. Easily transplanted. May be less hardy when young and rapidly growing. Fruits smell like turpentine when crushed (or stepped on). This tree is demonstrating invasive characteristics in suburban and urban fringe forests. It escapes intended plantings to invade and displace native hardwood forests. Note: only female plants have the potential to become invasive. Phellodendron amurense…
Shrub Philadelphus coronarius [Sweet Mockorange] Well adapted to different light (even shade) and soil conditions, especially to dry situations. Relatively trouble-free, and one of the most fragrant of the mockoranges. None of the mockoranges have much landscape interest after the season of bloom. Becomes leggy if not pruned. Pruning should be done after flowering (flower buds form on previous years wood), and to maintain fullness of form.
Shrub Philadelphus inodorus [Scentless Mock Orange] This shrub only has interent when it is flowering; even then, this specific speciman is not as great as it is not fragrant, unlike its relative, P. coronarius.
Shrub Philadelphus lewisii 'Blizzard' [Blizzard Mock Orange] 'Blizzard' is a cultivar that is more cold hardy than the straight species. It is known for its white flowers that are very fragrant.
Herbaceous Phlox paniculata 'Balkapolav' [sold as Balkapolav Garden Phlox ] [Balkapolav Garden Phlox]
Herbaceous Phlox paniculata 'Balkapopink' [sold as Balkapopink Garden Phlox ] [Balkapopink Garden Phlox]