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Our Shrubs
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Abelia mosanensis " The Fragrant Abelia" is a dependable easy shrub. Makes a natural open fountain to around 6ft. Has wonderfully fragrant rich pink flowers from May into June. Some compare the scent to Lilacs, others to Hyacianthus. Just a few sprigs in a vase will fill your home with heavenly scent! She has attractive glossy summer foliage, that turns stunning shades of orange-red in the fall. Thrives in sun to half shade in any acidic well drained soil. Looks delightful in winter with grayish-white arching stems. Just a all round fantastic shrub! Nice large specieum size plants at the nursery 25$ each, and bushy plants in 1gal pots, 12$ each. Zones 4-8. Currently Unavailable
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Variegated Five
Leaf Aralia (Acanthopanox sieboldianus) is one of the best
looking variegated plants we have ever seen! (This plant is from our
shade garden) Its glossy palmate leaves, makes a dry shady spot
utterly glow. Very easy, sun or shade, any soil condition, grows 6
to 8 ft tall in an open graceful shape. The ultimate brown thumb
Gardener's shrub. Nearly impossible to go wrong with, but does have
prickles so keep away from pathways. Makes a great container plant.
Plants in 1 gal pots $14.00 each. Zones 4 - 8.
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Beauty Berry Amethyst, Early Amethyet callicarpa Bodnieri Giraldii
is a delightful arching shrub with tiny pink flowers, and a
multitude of tight clusters of purple berries in winter. Easy, sun
loving plant Grows 3 to 4 feet high , is recommended you cut back by
1/3 in the winter , and feed occasionally during summer months. One
of the nicest plants for fall and winter display.... Zones 5--9 1
gal pots $12.00 each......
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Clumping Bamboo "Green Screen" (Fargesia Robusta) is a full size bamboo, is fast growing, has persistent Culm sheaths in summer & is 16 ft high by 6 ft in diameter. Bamboo has such great versatility in a home landscape. Gorgeous even in dead of winter, thrives in sun or shade, very shade tolerant. The perfect screen or foundation plant, & now one can have bamboo right next to ones veggie garden & the garden won't be eaten alive! Cold hardy to -10 F & deer resistant. Nice 3 ft bare root clumps $15.00 each. Zones 5 - 9.
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Buddleia x Butterfly Bush LO & BEHOLD "Blue Chip” Is the first truly miniature butterfly bush! Lo & BEHOLD shines a whole new way of thinking about butterfly bushes. This plant blooms early and continuously without deadheading or pruning. Can be used as a ground cover, low hedge, or in containers. It is non-invasive and deer resistant. At 24 to 30 inches in height, it is perfect for the residential home. Plants in 6 inch pots $8.00 each. Zones 5-9
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The English Butterfly Series, this is a great series of compact
Buddelia (Butterfly bushes) that have achieved well behaved, extra
bushy plants that are roughly one third the size of typical
butterfly bushes. Approx 4 ft high. Zones 5 - 8. Adonis Blue pp2636 has deep blue flowers of good size (10 to 12 inches) on a compact plant with a nice fragrance. Currently Unavailable
Purple Emperor pp2638 has purple blooms (5 to 6 inches) on a compact plant with a nice fragrance. Currently Unavailable
Peacock pp2637 has pink blooms (10 to 12 inches) on a compact plant with a nice fragrance. Currently Unavailable
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Daphnex transatlantica Summer Ice is a delightful rounded evergreen shrub
that grows to about three by three feet. The leaves have a formal
appearance, each neatly outlined in frosty white. They are covered in
intoxicating fragrant pale pink star shaped flowers in mid- spring. The
flowers continue all summer, with a dense show again in the Fall. It is
adaptable to dry soil once established. Very deer resistant, and long lived.
Shouldn't be moved once planted in the ground. Sun loving gem, for any
garden. Plants in 1 gal. pots $12.00 each Zones 5 -9
Currently Unavailable
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Hoppi Pink Crape Myrtle: Hoppi Crape Myrtle is an absolutely gorgeous pink crape myrtle, with 7 to 8 inch long flower clusters that blooms from June to frost ! Very attractive mottled bark in winter, and stunning reddish orange fall foliage. Grows 7 to 10 feet tall by 7 to 10 feet wide. Considered to be the hardiest of all crape Myrtles. Best in full sun , and deer resistant. The best Pink Crape Myrtle you can buy..... Zones 6--9 6 inch pots $10.00 each., 1 gal.. pots $13.00 each... Currently Unavailable
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Lagerstroemia Crapemyrtle " Siren Red" has the darkest red flowers of any Crapemyrtle. The intensity of red, is less effected by cool cloudy weather. Has very good mildew resistance. This Crapemyrtle at 8 to 10 feet is a more compact plant then most Crapemyrtles. A better size for the residential home. A wonderful plant, which blooms from summer through fall, and has attractive molted bark, for winter accent. Plants in 1 gal pots $14.00 each. Zones 7(6) SOLD OUT
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Fragrant Spike
Winterhazel (Corylopsis spicata) is in full bloom in March -
April and is a vision of elegant charm & beauty. Enhancing the
display of early spring bulbs. Has attractive blue green foliage
that often colors yellow in fall. Easy adaptable shrub growing 4 - 7
ft high & 8 - 10 ft wide. Acid to neutral soil, wet to dry soil, in
full sun to partial shade. Zones 5, 6, 7 & 8. Larger plants in one
gal pots $15.00 each or smaller plants in 6 inch pots $10.00.
Available in spring.
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The
Black Lace
Elderberry (Sambucus Elderberry) is a very appealing plant. Has
wonderful purple black foliage that looks just like and exotic
Japanese maple, but is much quicker and easier to grow. Has huge
lemon scented pink flowers that are eye catching against the dark
lacy foliage. Becomes a 8 ft by 8 ft shrub if left alone, but is
easily shaped by pruning. Prune twice the first year to develop
attractive branching. Best pruned immediately after blooming, as
plants set flower buds, the summer prior to blooming. The best
foliage color is when given a fair amount of sun light, but will
grow in any light or soil, including swampy land. Is a very easy
plant to grow. Has an edible blackish red berry in fall, for jam, or
a delight to birds and other wild life. Is very deer resistant.
Fertilize in early spring with an all purpose organic fertilizer. A
simply must have plant. One gal pot $12.00 each. Available in spring, we recommend you order early as they will
sell out! Zones 4 - 8.
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The Blue Velvet Honeysuckle (Lonicera Korolkowii) is an absolutely gorgeous shrub. Is covered with showy opalescent pink flowers in spring. With stately blue gray trim round leaves. One of those very rare true blue shrubs. Almost unavailable anywhere. We have little stock & would recommend you reserve your plant early. We will have it to purchase early next summer. Reaches a height of 10 ft by 8 ft wide. Has bright red berries that song birds love. Is resistant to disfiguring aphid damage. Drought tolerant once established. Just place in a sunny or partial shade site. Zones 3 - 8. Plants in 6 inch pots $15.00 each. Currently Unavailable
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The Oak Leaf Hydrangea "Little Honey" (Hydrangea Quercifolia) is one of our nicest native shrubs. Has an upright mounding habit, with twisting stems & orange brown peeling bark, for winter accent. Dramatic bright yellow, 8 inch long leaves, that look like oversized oak tree leaves. Has 6 to 8 inch white hydrangea blooms, that cover the plant in June. Stunning fall color, ranging from shocking pink, to bright red. Nice compact plant never grows more than 4 ft by 4 ft. A simply great garden plant for sun or shade. One of the few shrubs that bloom well in a shady site. Plants in 1 gal pots $12.00 each. Zones 5 - 9.
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Hydrangea paniculata "Pinky Winky" is an incredible hydrangea with unique two- toned flower heads starting in mid- summer. What an amazing sight to see large 16 inch flower heads that turn pink while continuing to push new white flowers from the tip of the panicle. A totally new look for hydrangeas! Flowers are upright on stiff strong stems, which contrast nicely against the nice green foliage. Very good reliable bloomer, regardless of climate, soil type, PH or pruning. Use it as a specimen plant or spectacular flowering hedge. Plants grow 6 to 8 feet naturally, but can easily be pruned lower. Bloom on new wood, so you can prune in the fall or early spring. Has a nice fast growth habit, Fertilize in early spring with a slow release fertilizer. This one is a total winner! Plants in 6 inch pots $14.00 each. Zones 3-8 Currently Unavailable
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Hydrangea abroescens "INVINCIBELLE SPIRIT" is a pink flowered form of annabelle hydrangea. This plant is hardy, easy to grow and blooms each year regardless of weather. It blooms on new wood so is never effected by harsh winters. This one starts blooming from early summer right up till frost! A sure fire show of mop- head blooms on every stem. Adaptable to any soil, full sun or partial shade and at 3 to 4 feet is the perfect height for small gardens. Very little maintenance to keep it looking great. Flowers emerge bright hot pink and matures to a soft pink. A absolutely fantastic plant! Also a dollar from each INVINCIBELLE SPIRIT plant sold will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Plants in 1 gal pots $ 12.00 each. Zones 3-9
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Indigofera "Rose Carpet" is an attractive native dwarf shrub that acts like a groundcover makes about a 2ft circle, 4 to 8 inches high. Creates a delicate airy effect with its fine compound leaves. Is covered in 1 to 2 inch rose pink spikes from late June till frost. Is best grown in a fairly sunny site. Just a great blooming groundcover. 1 gal pots $10.00 each. Zones 6 - 8. Currently Unavailable
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Kerria Japonica "Picta"
is a superb variegated shrub. This plant has all the seasons
covered! Smothered in rose like yellow flowers in spring. It has
hundreds of one inch blue green leaves with a white variegated edge
in summer. To me it looks like a season long blooming baby's breath.
(Just simply gorgeous) In winter the stems stay an attractive green.
(A bamboo like feel) Has an upright umbrella shape to 4 ft that
never needs pruning. Tough, drought tolerant plant for sun or shade.
Makes a great container plant, we have had the plant in this picture
in this tub for over 6 years. A great foundation plant. Larger
plants in one gal pots $15.00 each or smaller plants in 6 inch pot
$10.00.
Currently Unavailable
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Mountain Laurel Kalmia latifolia (Bulls Eye) is one of our finest native flowering shrubs. Has stunning flowers in June with buds that are a deep purplish cinnamon, that open to a creamy blossom with a broad purple band around the inside. Flowers most profusely in full sun or light shade but will grow in full shade.
It has handsome bronzy-red new foliage. This is a vigorous selection that grows to around 6x6 ft. Nice natural round shape and is evergreen. Easy shrub, but does need well drained acidic soil. Good idea to mulch as it does have a shallow root system. A simply must have shrub for a natural garden. Zones 5-8 Nice plants in 1 gal. pots $12.00 each
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Syringa Hybrid Lilac "Bloomerang Purple" is a new re-blooming lilac that is rocking the horticultural world!! The highly fragrant dark purple flowers burst forth in spring, and then rebloom in mid- summer and continue again and again till frost!! It has a compact 4 to 5 foot, full growth habit and small leaves, that is perfect for smaller gardens. It is highly mildew resistant. Now you can enjoy your lilac for 6 months. Rather then 2 weeks, what a amazing plant! A simply must have perfect shrub. Plants in 1 gal pots $12.00 each. Zones 3-7 Currently Unavailable
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The
landscape rose
"Knock Out" pp#11836 is a great compact 3 to 4 ft by 3 to 4 ft
shrub. Very disease resistant & covered in fluorescent cherry red
blooms from spring till frost. Many experts consider knock out to be
one of the best landscape roses in the world today. A real winner!
(This picture was taken in our yard, along with Kerria japonica "Picta")
Plants in 1 gal pots $10.00 each or 6 inch pots $8.00 each. Zones 4
- 9. Currently Unavailable Online, But can be
purchased at the nursery
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The landscape rose "Pink Knock Out" pp#15070 is the exact same plant, but in a pretty pink. Plants in 1 gal pots $10.00 each & 6 inch pots $8.00 each. Zones 4 - 9. Available in spring. Currently Unavailable Online, But can be purchased at the nursery
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Oso Easy "Paprika"
Landscape Rose pp#18347 is virtually disease free. No black spot
or mildew, just throw away your sprayer & enjoy this rose. The
perfect size for the residential home, a nice compact 2 ft by 2 ft
plant. Starts out as a spicy paprika & fades to a coral with a
golden sun center. A really stunning flower, (must be seen in person
to be appreciated), phenomenal blooming period, covered in flowers
from spring to frost. This picture was taken in October at my mom's
house, still blooming & covered in new buds. Looks nice despite no
dead heading or summer supplemental feeding. Give her a little TLC &
she'll be a ball of color till frost! Plants in 1 gal pots $10.00
each or 6 inch pots $8.00 each. Zones 5 - 8.
Currently Only Available in 1 gal pots
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The Yellow Knock Out Rose, (Rosa' RAD Sunny PPAF 18562) is a wonderful new color addition to the amazing Knock Out series of roses. They are one blooming machine from spring to frost. Have a lovely strong sweet briar fragrance. Vastly superior to most of the Knock Out roses. The 3 inch blooms open bright yellow and age to a soft buttery hue. Have the same bulletproof disease resistance as with all Knock Out roses, and are more resistant to Japanese Beetle, compared to traditional roses. They are compact, upright plants, to about 4X4 ft. A simply phenomenal addition to any garden!! Plants in
1 gal pots $10.00 each, bigger sizes available at the nursery. Zones 5-8
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The "Home Run Rose" PPAF 18552 is considered by many to be the BEST true red, hardy shrub rose on the market today. This is a flame-red offspring of the Famous Knock Out rose. It is completely resistant to powdery mildew, and highly resistant to downy mildew. It laughs at cold wet weather!! Has a naturally rounded shape to 4x4 ft, and needs only minimal pruning. The single fire- engine red, fragrant blooms, with contrasting golden centers, are nearly always in bloom. The stiff color packed stems are perfect for flora arrangements. The winter hardiness to zone 4, makes it ideal for large patio containers. Just a great new addition to landscape shrub roses!! Plants in
1 gal pots $14.00 each. Zones 4-8
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Cotinus coggygria Smokebush "Young Lady" is blooming crazy!!! This plant is covered in smokey pink blooms from June to August. At 8 to 10 feet it is a little more compact then most smoke trees. Blooms all summer, and has gorgeous orange-red fall color. Just an unbelievable back of the border shrub. Super easy, drought tolerant and grows in any soil type. Give it a sunny location. Step back and watch it glow! Very pest and deer resistant. Plants in 1 gal. pots $12.00 each. Zones 5-8 Currently Unavailable Online, But can be purchased at the nursery
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"Seven Son Flower"
(Heptacodium miconioides) is a large arching shrub or small tree
(grows to about 15 ft) with glossy dark green leaves, and
exfoliating bark, that looks attractive in winter. Has fragrant
white flowers in late summer & showy persistent reddish sepals from
October to November. Looks great when not much else is going on in
the garden. Very easy, very fast growing shrub, in sun or partial
shade, in any type of soil. A great shrub! Plants in 1 gal. pots
$10.00 each. Zones 5 - 9. Currently Unavailable
Online, But can be purchased at the nursery
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Zenobia pulverulenta Blue Woodlander (Honeybell) is a native shrub with beautiful blue foliage and a dusty patina with lightly fragrant dense clusters of 1/2 inch white bells in late Spring. Has brilliant red to orange foliage in the Fall. Compact 4 ft. tall shrub that's best in light shade and humus added to the soil. In the same family as blueberries, requiring the same acidic soil . Grows naturally in Virginia thru the Carolina's. A wonderful plant but very rare in the market place. We named our youngest daughter Tara Honeybell in honor of this plant . Zones 5-9 1 gal. pots $15.00 each
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