2011 Skinner Garden Store Catalog by Jennifer Haugh

Welcome to Skinner’s!

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We came across these old pictures this winter. Do you recognize the place? It is so easy to forget how much things change. One of the great things about growing plants is watching for the changes. We anxiously anticipate the blooms of spring, the harvest from the garden through the summer and the show of bright leaves in the fall. The changes happen slowly sometimes. We hope you get out there and do some gardening this year. Whether you are working on your lawn, landscaping your home, creating a cozy outdoor space or growing a vegetable garden, we are here to help and hope you keep us in mind. Great plants of all kinds, helpful gardening products and most important of all, a great group of helpful people. M Make plans and try new things. Keep cultivating that ga gardening spirit inside you. Share some of what you kknow with someone that is just starting out. Come vvisit us at Skinner’s when you need some help…and ddon’t forget to take some pictures! 1958

Happy Gardening!

Table Of Contents Trees ...................................................... 3 How Do I Acidify My Soil? ................. 18 Shrubs ................................................. 19 Pruning................................................ 22 Evergreens ......................................... 39 What About Water? ......................... 40 Attracting Birds .................................. 48 Grasses, Groundcovers & VInes ...... 49 Pollination ........................................... 58 Perennials ........................................... 59 Weeding & Mulching ........................ 64

Healing Plants ................................... 75 Edibles ................................................ 77 Fruit Trees ............................................ 77 Herbs & Veggies ................................ 79 Small Fruits .......................................... 80 Pruning Grapes, Brambles, Raspberries and Black Berries .......... 83 Nut Trees ............................................. 84 Roses ................................................... 85 Fertilizing ............................................. 92 Fertilome Products ............................ 93 3

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We’re Here to Help! Got Questions?

Whether you consider yourself a garden master or a wannabe green thumb, Skinner Garden Store staff is here to help. Help you make decisions to crank up your curb appeal or to figure out why your shrub looks like that. Learn to grow things you’ve never planted before. We can help you with the best practices to get started for optimum results. Never planted roses? We can help. Not sure where to plant that tree or what looks best around the deck? We can help! Is your favorite shrub appearing to struggle when it should be in its full glory? We can help. Bring us pictures or tell us what its doing or not doing. We have suggestions and things to look for. No matter the challenge Skinner’s crew is here for you in all matters of the garden. If you prefer the professional approach our landscape designer can draw up a plan for you and our crew can put it in place. It’s time to get started with a plan and get ready to plant. Come in with your photos and questions and we will help you today!

Some of Our Favorite New Plant for 2011 z TREES z

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Emerald Prairie Lacebark Elm—Selected for tremendous heat and drought tolerance as well as a good growth habit. A great performer for our area.

Little Lime Hydrangea—A smaller version of the popular ‘Limelight’ with the same great bright lime-green flowers as its namesake. z GRASSES z River Mist Variegated Sea Oats—A cool variegated selection of the species. Prized for the graceful “oat-like” seed heads that hang from the stems and its bamboo-like appearance.

Mariken Ginkgo —This unusual witch’s broom was discovered growing in a tree in the Netherlands. A compact bushy form, small and rounded early in life and becoming more flat and wide-spreading with time. Great yellow fall color.

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Flashfire Sugar Maple— A selected Caddo Sugar Maple seedling with brilliant red fall color. According to some authorities, it is the brightest red selection to date. Crimson Sunset Shantung Maple— A fantastic hybrid with deep purple foliage color. Somewhat similar to ‘Crimson King’ Maple but with the compact size of the Shantung Maple, which also gives it good heat and drought tolerance. Stunning! Ruby Falls Weeping Redbud—A weeping, red-purple leaf form! This selection gets its weeping habit from ‘Lavender Twist’ and its red-purple foliage from ‘Forest Pansy’.

Claire de Lune Clematis—A compact vine that produces large white flowers off and on through much of the season. Prune hard the first two springs. In subsequent years, cut shoots back to strong pair of buds early in the spring. z PERENNIALS z Purple Haze Catmint ––Purple-blue flowers spikes that resemble a butterfly bush. Silvery-green leaves form a low mat. Great in front of borders, as a groundcover, or creeping in a rock garden. Star Cluster Coreopsis ––Creamy white flowers with a gold button center are 1 1/2-2 1/2” across. Bushy clumps of bright green foliage. Cooler months mean that a small, deep purple eye will appear on each flower and possibly a purple edge on each petal as well. Easy to grow, with terrific garden performance.

z EVERGREENS z Blue Pyramid Smooth Cypress––A true cypress with vibrant powderblue foliage color and reddish-brown scaly bark. We are certainly on the northern edge of where this plant can be grown safely, but we have had good luck with it for quite a few years now. www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Trees ASPEN

ever popular Baldcypress. Displays the same wonderful, ferny foliage as the species but in a much more compact size. Great choice for an added accent in the garden. Height 6-8’ (10’?), spread 3-5’.

Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides)—Fast growing and fairly tolerant of soil types but prefers a cool site, so mulch well. Leaves flutter in the wind giving the tree a “quaking” appearance. Bark is almost white. Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’.

Pondcypress (Taxodium ascendens)—A beautiful tree, similar in appearance to Common Baldcypress but developing a more slender outline. Rich, bright green, finely textured foliage that changes to a wonderfully rich orange-brown in the fall. Described by some as fox-red. Tolerant of wet or dry soils. Height 50-60’, spread 15-20’.

‘Prairie Gold’-(‘NE-Arb’)—This mountain favorite, believe it or not, comes from Nebraska! It was found growing in the northeast corner of the state and singled out for its exceptional adaptability to the heat, drought, and humidity of the Midwestern prairie. Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’.

Prairie Sentinel Pondcypress

BALDCYPRESS

(Taxodium ascendens ‘Prairie Sentinel’)—A very narrow selection, but still with the same wonderful, fine-textured, ferny foliage of the species. A dramatic selection that was described by one well-known horticulturist, Michael Dirr, as being “truly beautiful beyond words”. Height 50-60’, spread 8-12’.

Baldcypress (Taxodium distichum)—This is the same beautiful tree seen growing throughout the South. It has soft feathery foliage and withstands excessive moisture and drought. Height 50-60’, spread 20-30’.

BEECH

Cascade Falls Baldcypress

River’s Purple Beech

(Taxodium distichum ‘Cascade Falls’)—A fantastic new plant introduced from New Zealand. Strong weeping habit with the same fern-like foliage of the species. Bright green through the summer changing to russet to orange-brown in the fall. Can be staked up to develop into a taller, weeping specimen or left unstaked and allowed to ramble as groundcover. Height and spread will depend on cultural care.

(Fagus sylvatica ‘Riversii’)—This is a deep-purple selection that holds its color well into the heat of the summer. Grows best if planted out of the hot summer winds. Height 50-60’, spread 50-60’.

Tricolor Beech (Fagus sylvatica ‘Roseomarginatum’)—Striking foliage is a deep blood-red to purple with an irregular rose to pinkish-white border. An impressive tree, but not suited for just any garden. Beech need to be planted in areas with good soil and sited out of our hot summer winds. Light shade is also suggested. Russet to golden-bronze fall color. Height 15-20’, spread 10-20’.

zNEW!—Deboniar Pondcypress (Taxodium ascendens ‘Morris’)—Open and feathery appearance with an upright, narrow growth habit. Side branches have a slight weeping habit. A stunning specimen! Height 50-60’, spread 10-15’.

Peve Minaret Baldcypress (Taxodium distichum ‘Peve Minaret’)—A dramatic miniature selection of the

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Weeping Purple Beech

Red Buckeye

(Fagus sylvatica ‘Purpurea Pendula’)—A strongly weeping selection with deep purple leaves, developing into a broad, mushroom-shaped plant over time. Avoid hot, dry exposed sites, instead plant in rich, moist but well-drained soil out of strong summer winds. Beautiful! Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

(Aesculus pavia)—An outstanding small tree! Large clusters of red flowers adorn the tree early in the spring, followed by lustrous dark green leaves. Best if planted in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Height 10-20’, spread 15-25’.

BIRCH

BUCKTHORN

Royal Frost Birch

Willowleaf Buckthorn

(Betula x ‘Royal Frost’)—Impressive deep burgundy foliage all season long contrasting with bright white bark. A stunning specimen plant! Avoid stressful sites for best results. Would prefer deep, moist (but not wet!) soil. Height 2030’, spread 10-15’.

(Rhamnus frangula ‘Asplenifolia’)—This plant’s fine textured foliage makes it a perfect substitute for a willow-like tree where size is a limitation. Looks perfect around small garden ponds. Extremely tough and durable. Typically multistemmed in habit. Height 10-12’, spread 6-10’.

River Birch

CATALPA

(Betula nigra)—Beautiful peeling bark is creamy white with cinnamon undertones. Rapid grower. Very tolerant Birch for Kansas conditions. Height 30-40’, spread 20-30’.

Dwarf Manchurian Catalpa (Catalpa bungei (C. bignonioides ‘Nana’))— This tough plant has a dense head that has been grafted onto a Catalpa trunk to create a cool, umbrella-like, small tree. Keep head trimmed back to control size. Very tough plant! Height 1015’, spread 10-15’.

‘City Slicker’ (‘Whit XXV’)—A selection made for exceptionally creamywhite bark. Dark green foliage changes to golden-yellow in the fall. Has shown good vigor and drought tolerance in Midwest conditions. Height 30-40’, spread 20-30’. ‘Dura-Heat’ (‘BNMTF’)—An impressive selection with attractive dark green summer foliage that shows less of a tendency to drop through hot summer weather. Bark exfoliates, revealing showy cinnamon and creamywhite trunks. Height 30-40’, spread 20-30’.

Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa)—A fast growing native tree with large white flowers borne in terminal panicles in May-June. Fruit is a long bean-like pod. Height 50-60’, spread 30-40’.

Clump Form:

CHERRY

‘Heritage’ (‘Cully’)—Improved selection of River Birch. Has attractive white flaking bark. Withstands hot, dry weather. Height 30-40’, spread 20-30’.

Black Cherry

Clump form:

(Prunus serotina)—White blooms in May, good yellow to red fall color. The berries are used to make wines and jellies. This is a very tolerant plant for our area, it can often be found growing in our native stands of timber. Height 4050’, spread 20-30’.

‘Little King’ (‘Fox Valley’)—This fantastic introduction gives us all of the wonderful characteristics of River Birch but in a smaller package! Slower growth and more compact size lend this selection for use as a specimen where space is more limited or even as a hedging plant. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Summer Cascade’—A striking weeping selection. The same beautiful foliage and bark of the species with a wonderfully graceful habit. The best choice for a Weeping Birch in our part of the country. Shows tremendous resistance to borers. Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

Kwanzan Cherry (Prunus serrulata ‘Kwanzan’)—One of the most popular of the flowering cherries. Deep pink, double flowers in the spring are produced in abundance. Does best in well-drained soils. Avoid water-logged areas and heavy clay. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Whitespire Birch

zNEW!—Pink Snow Showers Weeping Cherry (Prunus subhirtella var. pendula ‘Pisnshzam’)—A beautiful, weeping selection. Slender branches arch gracefully and are covered with lovely, double pink flowers in the spring. Exquisite! Plant in well-drained soils. Height 8-10’, spread 8-12’.

(Betula populifolia ‘Whitespire’)—Resembles common White Birch with pure white bark and yellow fall foliage. More resistant to borers. Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’.

BLACK GUM

Snow Fountain Cherry

Black Gum

(Prunus x ‘Snofozam’)—Cascading branches covered with snow white flowers, give this Weeping Cherry a “fountain-like” appearance. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

(Nyssa sylvatica)—Picturesque tree with shiny dark green foliage turning brilliant red in the fall. Tolerates wet or dry soil. Height 40-50’, spread 20-30’. ‘Autumn Cascades’—A strongly weeping form with impressive, bright redorange fall color. Becomes a large tree over time so give it plenty of room to develop. Beautiful for an open space or near a body of water. Height 30-50’, spread 20-30’.

Weeping Cherry (Prunus subhirtella var. pendula)—Drooping form of growth. Double pink blossoms on weeping branches. Protect from hot winds. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

BUCKEYE

Yoshino Cherry

Ohio Buckeye

(Prunus x yedoensis)—This is the flowering cherry made famous from its displays in Washington D.C. Heavy production of double, fragrant, shell-pink flowers in the early spring. Needs to be planted in well-drained soil. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

(Aesculus glabra)—A small, rounded native tree with greenish-yellow flowers in 4-7” long panicles in the spring. Flowers set large, light-brown seeds that can provide a food-source for wildlife. Height 20-40’, spread 20-40’.

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Coralburst Crabapple (Malus ‘Coralcole’)—Dainty coral-pink buds open into double rose-pink flowers. Grafted on a 42” standard. Height 8-12’, spread 12-15’.

Chinese Chestnut (Castanea mollisima)—Ornamental, medium sized, spreading tree with lustrous, dark green foliage. Produces big, sweet nuts that are great for eating, boiling, baking, or roasting. Blight resistant. Plant two or more for proper pollination.

Donald Wyman Crabapple (Malus ‘Donald Wyman’)—Tree has brilliant white flowers that are followed by glossy red fruit that persists into the winter. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Firebird Crabapple

CHOKECHERRY

(Malus ‘Select A’)—A great new dwarf form with brilliant white flowers. Small bright red fruits cover the tree in the fall and remain on into the winter months. Extremely disease resistant. Height 6-8’, spread 8-10’.

Canada Red Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana ‘Canada Red’)—Foliage starts out green, then changes to reddish-purple by early summer. Has small flower clusters and fruit which are good for wildlife food. Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

Indian Magic Crabapple (Malus ‘Indian Magic’)—Rounded in form. Deep pink flowers. Small red fruit changing to golden orange. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

COFFEETREE

Lollipop Crabapple

Kentucky Coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus)—An open, spreading, native tree with long, mahogany colored seedpods and a bold, picturesque winter habit with stout branches and handsome bark. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

(Malus ‘Lollizam’)—An attractive, compact, globe-shaped selection. Loaded with white flowers in the spring. Fruits are small and yellow in color. Height 10’, spread 10’.

‘Espresso’––This is an attractive tough native tree, excellent for use as a shade tree, especially for difficult areas. Makes a beautiful specimen, usually taller than wide. As an added bonus, this selection is fruitless, eliminating the large bean-pods. Height 40-60’, spread 30-40’.

Louisa Crabapple (Malus ‘Louisa’)—A gorgeous new Weeping Crabapple. Gracefully arching branches are covered with true pink blossoms. Fruit is an unusual lemon-gold. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

Prairifire Crabapple

COTTONWOOD

(Malus ‘Prairifire’)—Maroon foliage aging to reddish green. Crimson buds open to pinkish red. Disease resistant tree. Red fruit. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’. A Pride of Kansas selection 2002.

Noreaster Cottonwood

(Populus deltoides ‘Noreaster’)—Cottonless selection. Beautiful glossy foliage shimmers in the wind. Thrives in dry locations. Rapid grower. Height 60-80’, spread 40-60’.

Royal Raindrops Crabapple (Malus ‘JFS-KW5’)—A stunning selection with bright pinkish-red flowers and deep purple, cutleaf foliage. Fruits are small, 1/4” in diameter, bright red and remain on the tree into the winter. Height 15-20’, spread 10-15’.

Souixland Cottonwood (Populus deltoides ‘Souixland’)—A fast-growing, cotton-less selection with good disease resistance. This native tree will tolerate just about any growing conditions you will come across. Wonderful, glossy green leaves are great for their summer effect as they flutter in the wind. Height 60-80’, spread 40-60’.

Sargent Crabapple (Malus sargentii)—Single white flowers followed by a profuse crop of small red fruit. Very dwarf tree. Height 6-8’, spread 8-12’.

CRABAPPLE

Sargentina Crabapple

Crab doesn’t need to be a four-letter word anymore! Once considered a messy, disease-prone tree, Flowering Crabapples now are a fantastic flowering addition to any landscape. Drastic improvements have been made through the years through breeding and extensive selection that now allow us to plant varieties that are highly resistant to the common diseases that have plagued Crabapples in the past. That means no more spraying! Fruits have come a long way, too. The best varieties have fruits that are smaller, more brightly colored and most importantly, more persistent. That means big, soft, unattractive fruits aren’t dropping to the ground late in the summer and making a stinking mess in your yard like they used to. Instead, now you can enjoy small, brightly colored fruit displays into the fall and often continuing into the winter. Better yet, the birds will get a chance to enjoy them as well! Add to all of that, Flowering Crabapples are still one of the hardiest flowering trees you will come across. With the tremendous variation in size, shape and color, it is hard to imagine you won’t be able to find a Flowering Crabapple to fit almost any need.

(Malus sargentii ‘Tina’)—This is like a miniature version of the Sargent Crab. White flowers and bright red fruits. Heavy bloomer and a wonderful dwarf habit. Height 4-6’, spread 4-5’. We offer this plant grafted on a 4-5’ standard.

Candymint Crabapple

A well-known and beautiful group of small, ornamental flowering trees (and shrubs), Dogwoods provide a broad spectrum of habit and ornamental qualities. Most Dogwoods are happiest with a partially shaded location and very well-drained soil.

Spring Snow Crabapple (Malus ‘Spring Snow’)—White flowers in masses. Bright green foliage. Best known for being fruitless, which makes it a great choice for use over sidewalks, driveways and patios. Height 20-25’, spread 15-20’.

Sugar Tyme Crabapple (Malus ‘Sugar Tyme’)—A very nice Crabapple that has snowy-white fragrant flowers, bright green foliage, and holds its berries nearly year round. Height 15-20’, spread 10-15’.

DOGWOOD

(Malus ‘Candymint’)—A horizontally spreading Crabapple with light pink blooms outlined in deep red. Deep purple, small crabapples in the fall. Height 8-10’, spread 12-18’.

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Tree Planting Guide • • • • • • • • •

Dig a wide, shallow hole. Plant root ball level with the surrounding soil, never deeper. Root prune plants coming out of containers. Remove twine and wire baskets on B&B stock. Backfill with existing soil and compost mix. Water thoroughly. Mulch appropriately. Stake trees if needed. Continue to water, fertilize and enjoy!

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Trees Corneliancherry Dogwood

Rough-leaved Dogwood

(Cornus mas)—An easy-to-grow Dogwood prized for its early spring flowers. Abundant yellow flowers are produced extremely early in the spring, usually by late February or early March, before anything else has come to life! Bright red, cherry-like fruits follow later in the season and can be used for jams and jellies. Bark is flaky, peeling to reveal a multicolored trunk. Plant in full sun to light shade. Easy!

(Cornus drummondii)—This is a native Dogwood found growing throughout much of the eastern two-thirds of the state, forming dense thickets along fence rows, edges of timber, creek banks and open prairies. The thick cover it produces along with it’s heavy fruit production in the fall make this one of the best native plants for naturalizing areas to encourage birds and other wildlife. Height 6-12’, spread 6-12’.

‘Golden Glory’—A very hardy selection with abundant yellow flowers very early in the spring, often blooming in March despite cold weather. Can produce attractive, edible red cherry-like fruit about 5/8” long. Height 1520’, spread 15-20’.

Rutgers Hybrids (Cornus hy.)—These tough hybrids are the results of a breeding program at Rutgers University. They are crosses of Kousa and Flowering Dogwood that show increased vigor and better hardiness. They bloom after the leaves have emerged, providing a wonderful floral display later in the spring. Plant in light shade. Height 12-15’, spread 10-15’.

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida)—This small flowering tree is loved for the beautiful blooms that cover the tree early in the spring. The brilliantly colored flowers are in fact not really flowers, but instead, brightly colored modified leaves. Regardless, their effect is stunning. Fall color is also spectacular, ranging from red and pinks to burgundies. Fruit is bright red and ripens late in the season. Dogwoods should be planted in very well drained soil with their root systems heavily mulched. A partially shaded site out of the hot summer sun is also recommended. Height 12-15’, spread 10-15’.

‘Celestial’ (‘Rutdan’)––A vigorous, white-flowering selection, blooming a few days after ‘Ruth Ellen.’ ‘Stellar Pink’ (‘Rutgan’)—Velvety pink blooms, very vigorous.

American Elm

ELM

(Ulmus americana)—Throughout much of the 20th century, this species has been considered doomed due to the devastating effects of Dutch Elm Disease (DED). Now however, we are seeing the release of American Elm selections that have survived the attacks of DED and proven themselves to be naturally resistant to this dreaded disease. Developing into a large tree with an arching, vase-shaped form. Extremely tough and durable. Height 60-80’, spread 6070’.

‘Cherokee Chief ’—A long-time favorite with rich ruby-red flowers. ‘Cloud 9’—One of the best! Produces an abundant supply of large, showy, white flowers early in the spring. A long time favorite. ‘Pink’ (var. rubra)—Bright pink flowers. ‘White’––This is the straight seedling form with brilliant white flowers.

Gray Dogwood (Cornus racemosa)—A tough plant, great for naturalizing and wildlife planting. Very tolerant of soils and exposure. Produces an abundance of small fruits in late summer that birds love. Purple foliage in the fall. Suckers to form thickets. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

‘Princeton’—This form was introduced back in the 1920’s before Dutch Elm Disease hit the east coast and it is still growing strong. It is one of the few forms that has survived through the years, proving to be not only an attractive form, but also amazingly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease. Height 60-80’, spread 40-60’. ‘Valley Forge’—This introduction from the U.S. National Arboretum was made after extensive screening for Dutch Elm Disease resistance. Amazingly tough with all the classic desirable American Elm charactistics.

Kousa Dogwood (Cornus kousa)—A later blooming dogwood with large, pure white blossoms emerging after the leaves. Blooms literally cover the branches in June and last for up to 6 weeks and longer. Fall color is reddish-purple to scarlet. Bark will begin to exfoliate with age, exposing multicolored gray-tan-rich brown areas underneath. Plant in a well-drained soil out of the hot summer winds. An exquisite tree! Height 12-15’, spread 10-15’.

Emerald Sunshine Japanese Elm (Ulmus propinqua ‘JFS-Bieberich’)—Grown from seed collected in China, but evaluated in western Oklahoma under hot, arid, summer conditions. Foliage stays clean and healthy looking even in the hottest of summers. Matures smaller than most elms. Height 25-30’, spread 20-25’.

‘Galilean’ (‘Galzam’)—An introduction from Ohio with increased winter hardiness. Dark green foliage and large, white floral bracts in the spring. Good fall color. Height 12-15’, spread10-15’. ‘Heart Throb’ (‘Schmred’)—Beautiful reddish to rose-pink flowers produced in the spring season. Blooms often reach up to 4” across! As with all Kousa Dogwoods, they prefer rich, moist but well-drained soil. Best if sited out of hot summer winds. Height 12-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Milky Way’—A heavier flowering and fruiting form of the Kousa Dogwood. ‘Samaritan’ (‘Samzam’)—A variegated offspring of ‘Milky Way’. Beautiful creamy-white and rich green leaves with large white flowers. Considered by experts to be the strongest and hardiest of the variegated Kousa Dogwoods. ‘Wolf Eyes’—A highly unusual, variegated selection. Leaves have a bright white margin and overall growth habit is slower, smaller, and more shrublike. Needs rich, moist but well-drained soil. Best if planted out of hot summer winds. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’.

Hybrid Elm (Ulmus hybs.)—Once one of the most stately trees to be found, American Elm graced landscapes throughout the country. Now, as a result of Dutch Elm Disease, most of this country’s American Elms are either gone or soon to be lost, leaving huge gaps in our urban forest. These hybrids are an attempt to return some of that grandeur back into our lives. Through years of breeding and selection, numerous elm hybrids are now available that offer many of the desirable qualities that the American Elm had with much improved disease resistance, especially to Dutch Elm Disease. Tough and durable, these trees have brought the elm back into our yards. ‘Frontier’—A U.S. Department of Agriculture introduction. This hybrid elm has good resistance to Dutch Elm Disease and Phloem Necrosis. Better yet, it is also extremely tough, develops a nice shape, and has impressive red-purple to burgundy fall color. Height 30-40’, spread 25-35’. ‘Patriot’—This is a U.S. Department of Agriculture selection made to help replace the dying American Elm population. This introduction has tremendous Dutch Elm Disease resistance and is not plagued by elm leaf beetle. Makes an attractive tree with a vase-like growth habit. Tough! Height 50-60’, spread 30-40’.

Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia)—A more winter hardy Dogwood species. Produces an attractive creamy-white floral display in the spring. Individual flowers are small, but are produced in large clusters 1 1/2” to 2 1/2” in diameter. Keep in well-drained, moist soils for best growth. Height 15-25’, spread 20-30’.

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Where are the Ash? ‘Triumph’ (‘Morton Glossy’)—An extremely hardy introduction from the Morton Arboretum in Chicago. Selected for its lustrous dark green foliage, strong branching structure and superior disease and insect resistance. Makes a great shade tree. Tolerant of tough growing conditions. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

In 2002, a new Ash pest known as the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was inadvertently introduced into the United States from Asia through solid wood packing materials.

Lacebark Elm (Ulmus parviflora)—Very graceful tree, often with pendulous branches. Leaves are dark green, changing to reddish in the fall. Bark peels to reveal a combination of gray, green, orange and brown. Truly a beautiful Elm and an excellent tree. Resistant to Dutch Elm Disease. Height 30-40’, spread 30-40’. ‘Allee’ (‘Emer II’)—A tall, more upright growing form, reminiscent of American Elm. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘Bosque’ (‘UPMTF’)—A more upright, oval-shaped selection. Lustrous, dark green summer foliage changes to golden-yellow in the fall. Beautiful bark exfoliates in puzzle-like patterns. Extremely disease and insect resistant. Height 50-60’, spread 35-40’. ‘Easy Street’ (‘WhitXXX’)—Selected for better structural tendencies, making it more resistant to wind and ice damage. Dark green foliage and showy bark typical of the species. Height 35-45’, spread 50-60’. zNEW!—‘Emerald Prairie’ (Ulmus parvifolia ‘Emerald Prairie’)— A selection that comes to us from the Kansas State University John C. Pair Horticultural Center in Wichita. Selected for tremendous heat and drought tolerance as well as a good growth habit. A great performer for our area. Height 40-60’, spread 30-40’.

It was originally found in the Detroit area. Since that time, it has spread through many other parts of Michigan and can now be found in all of its bordering states and even a few beyond. Most notably for us here in Kansas, is an infestation recently found in the SE corner of Missouri (summer of 2008). What does that mean for Northeast Kansas? Unfortunately, the Ash species native to North America have no immunity to this pest and in areas with active infestations, the native Ash species are losing out. Once a tree is attacked, it is usually dead within a few years. There is no doubt that EAB is moving from its original location and most experts expect it to eventually reach our area and cause similar damage. Just when that will be is the big question.

EUONYMUS Prairie Radiance Winterberry Euonymus (Euonymus bungeana ‘Verona’)—An impressive North Dakota State University introduction made for superior winter hardiness and excellent fruit display. Fruit capsules change to a pink color late in the summer and by early fall they split open to reveal bright red fruits. Makes a great small tree. Height 10-20’, spread 10-20’.

Korean Evodia

(Evodia daniellii)—An uncommon but certainly desirable small tree. Very adaptable, tough and attractive. Dark green foliage and an impressive display of small white flowers borne in 4-6” clusters late in the summer. Showy red to black seed capsules. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Natural movement of the pest is relatively slow. Unfortunately it has been helped along by the movement of contaminated firewood, allowing a pest that normally moves just miles in a year moves hundreds or even thousands of miles in a matter of days. That is how the experts think the population discovered in SE Missouri got there. Now, sadly, it only seems logical to think that this relentless pest will be here in NE Kansas sooner rather than later.

FRANKLINIA Franklin Tree (Franklinia alatamaha)—A unique tree with a unique story. Originally discovered and collected from the banks of a Georgia river in 1770, never to been seen in the wild again since 1790. Supposedly, all trees sold today are derived from that original collection. Striking white flowers, late in summer. Height 10-20’, spread 6-15’.

FRINGETREE

For that reason, we have decided to discontinue the sales of all native Ash species for the time being, until we better know how this pest will affect our area.

Chinese Fringetree (Chionanthus retusus)—A wonderful small tree for the yard. It is literally covered with white, fringe-like flowers in the spring. Absolutely stunning! Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

White Fringetree

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EVODIA

(Chionanthus virginicus)—A lovely, small, flowering tree. White, slightly fragrant flowers borne in 6-8” panicles cover the tree in May-June. Lustrous, dark green summer foliage. A perfect specimen plant. Height 12-15’, spread 10-15’.

Trees GINKGO

Sunburst Honeylocust

Ginkgo

(Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Suncole’)—New growth is brilliant golden-yellow. Open, airy habit. Height 30-40’, spread 30-40’.

(Ginkgo biloba)—This is a wonderfully unique lawn or street tree, unlike anything else you will come across. Fossilized records indicate that this tree was growing on earth over 150 million years ago! You know that means it has to be tough. A wonderful tree for today’s landscapes. Bright green summer foliage changes to brilliant yellow in the fall.

HOPTREE (Ptelea trifoliata)— An interesting native tree-like shrub. Produces papery fruits that were formerly used as a substitute for hops, hence the name. Very adaptable species, useful for naturalistic plantings. Height 5-15’, spread 5-15’.

‘Autumn Gold’—A very symmetrical selection with outstanding, goldenyellow fall color. Fruitless. Ht. 40-50’, spread 25-30’. zNEW!—‘Mariken’—This unusual witch’s broom was discovered growing in a tree in the Netherlands. A compact bushy form, small and rounded early in life and becoming more flat and wide-spreading with time. Great yellow fall color. Height 2-3’, spread 3-8’. ‘Seedling’—These are seed grown trees, not grafted, so the sex of the plant is unknown. That is worth noting because female trees produce a small (about 1”) fleshy, fairly smelly fruit. Male trees however, will be fruitless. The trick is it may take 20 years or more for a tree to come into fruit, so until then you don’t know what you have, so buyer beware! Height 4060’, spread 30-40’.

HORNBEAM

American Hornbeam

(Carpinus caroliniana)—A small, slow growing tree. Sometimes called Blue Beech because of the bluish-gray branch color. Foliage turns orange to red in the fall. Prefers partial shade. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Franz Fontaine Pyramidal Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus ‘Franz Fontaine’)—A good narrow form, great for use as a dramatic accent or in areas where space is limited. Actually maintains a narrow habit into old age better than many other fastigiate-type European Hornbeams. Height 25-35’, spread 15-18’.

GOLDENRAINTREE

zNEW!—Native Flame American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana ‘JFS-KW6’)— American Hornbeam is really a great tree and is definitely underused. This selection adds a neat twist to the appeal of this tree, impressive red fall color. Beautiful bark, typical of the species. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Goldenraintree (Koelreuteria paniculata)—A wonderful, small to medium-sized summerflowering tree. Produces a heavy display of bright yellow flowers, borne in large, 12-15” long terminal panicles. Typically produces flowers through the months June, July and sometimes August. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Pyramidal Hornbeam

HACKBERRY

(Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’)—Upright habit with dense growth. Dark green foliage. Tree is very tolerant of wet soils. Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

Common Hackberry

Rock Hornbeam

(Celtis occidentalis)—A very tough and durable tree that makes a fine shade tree. One of our natives. Height 50-60’, spread 50-60’.

(Carpinus turczaninovii)—A small, shrubby tree with striking purple new growth. A perfect choice for a truly unique specimen for a small area. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

zNEW!—Prairie Sentinel Hackberry—(Celtis occidentalis ‘JFS-KSU1’)— Discovered growing in a stand of timber here in Kansas, this narrow form is just the ticket for a columnar tree that will tolerate all of the tough stuff that Kansas conditions can throw at it. Selected by the folks at Kansas State University. Height 40-60’, spread 10-15’.

HORSECHESTNUT

Autumn Splendor Horsechesnut

(Aesculus x arnoldiana ‘Autumn Splendor’)—An introduction from the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum selected for foliage that shows a greater resistance to leaf scorch and premature leaf drop. Leaves turn a brilliant maroon-red in the fall. Yellow flowers are borne at the ends of the branches in the spring. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

HAWTHORN Washington Hawthorn (Crataegus phaenopyrum)—Dense tree with small shapely crown. White flowers in spring with scarlet foliage in fall. Persistent small orange-red berries in fall and winter. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Common Horsechestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)— Also known as European Horsechestnut, the large stately tree is common to parks and gardens in Europe sporting an impressive display of flowers in the spring. Individual flowers are white with yellow and red highlights and are borne in 5-12” long, upright clusters. Height 40-60’, spread 30-50’.

Winter King Hawthorn (Crataegus viridis ‘Winter King’)— A magnificant tree with bright white flowers in the spring and loads of bright red fruits in the fall, persisting through the winter. One of the most impressive selections for overall fruit display. Somewhat susceptible to rust. Height 20-25’, spread 20-30’.

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea)—This cross combines two outstanding plants, Red Buckeye and Common Horsechestnut. The result is a wonderful small tree that produces an impressive display of red flowers in the spring. Does best with light shade and good soil. Flowers are favored by hummingbirds.

HONEYLOCUST Shademaster Honeylocust (Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Shademaster’)—This very popular selection makes a wonderful shade tree. Ferny foliage creates a nice filtered shade. Rapid grower, but still very strong. This is a thornless and essentially seedless selection. Dark green summer foliage changing to yellow in the fall. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’.

‘Briottii’—A deep red selection with large flower clusters, up to 10” long. Height 30-40’, Spread 20-30’.

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JUJUBE

LINDEN

Sherwood Jujube

American Linden

(Ziziphis jujuba ‘Sherwood’)—Also known as the Chinese Date. Produces cherry to plum sized fruits, each with a single hard stone in the center. Fully mature fruits are red and soft, but when harvested slightly yellow-green, flesh is crisp and sweet like an apple. Flowers are typically self fertile. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

(Tilia americana)—A native tree that can be found along creeks and streams in our area. Also known as Basswood. Makes a magnificent specimen for the yard. Produces small, pale yellow flowers that fill the air with a wonderfully sweet fragrance in the late spring. Height 50-70’, spread 30-50’. ‘Redmond’—A selected variety of American Linden with attractive and distinct pyramidal habit of growth. Excellent street tree. Height 50-60’, spread 25-30’.

LILAC Japanese Tree Lilac

Harvest Gold Linden

(Syringa reticulata)—This Lilac is actually a tree! It has large panicles of creamy white flowers in June and handsome, dark green summer foliage. It is resistant to both powdery mildew and borers, making it very easy to grow. A stunning, under-planted, small ornamental tree. Height 20-25’, spread 15-20’.

(Tilia x ‘Harvest Gold’)—This selection is actually a cross between Mongolian Linden and European Littleleaf Linden, creating a hybrid of international proportions. Has an upright growth habit, exfoliating bark, and attractive green foliage that changes to golden-yellow in the fall. Height 30-40’, spread 25-30’.

‘Ivory Silk’—A heavy flowering selection. Blooms at an early age. ‘Snowcap’ (‘Elliott’)—A more compact selection of an amazingly tough species. An impressive display of creamy-white flowers in the spring. Tough, dark green foliage. Makes a great small tree, especially for difficult areas. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata)—This is an excellent shade tree, with a small but very fragrant flower late in the spring. Summer foliage is dark green changing to a clear yellow in the fall. Height 40-50’, spread 30-35’.

Pekin Lilac

‘Greenspire’—A popular selection of Littleleaf Linden. Very dense canopy of dark green foliage that turns bright, clear yellow in the fall. Attractive, even shape. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘Shamrock’ (‘Bailey’)—Similar to ‘Greenspire’ but growth is a little less dense, creating a more open canopy. Very vigorous. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’.

(Syringa pekinensis)—This is a beautiful Lilac Tree, typically multi-stemmed in habit, and producing a wonderful display of creamy white flowers a little later in the spring than most lilacs. Bark is quite impressive, similar in many cases to that of a cherry tree, rich brown and exfoliating. Height 15-20’, spread 15-25’. ‘China Snow’ (‘Morton’)—Similar to the species, this selection from the Morton Arboretum in Chicago boasts a more upright habit and exfoliating, cherry-like bark as well as attractive late spring flowers.Height 20-25’, spread 15-20’.

Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa)—An extremely tough species, tolerating heat and drought better than most other Lindens. Leaves are a rich, dark green on the upper surface and silvery underneath. Height 40-60’, spread 30-50’. ‘Sterling’—An extremely durable selection with attractive lustrous dark green leaves and a wonderful silvery underside that gives the tree a shimmering effect in the wind. Height 40-60’, spread 30-50’.

LOCUST Purple Robe Locust (Robina pseudoacacia ‘Purple Robe’)—Brilliant dark rosy-pink to purple, fragrant flower clusters in the spring and beautiful, lacy, fine-textured foliage on a compact tree. Height 40-50’, spread 20-30’.

MAACKIA Summertime Amur Maackia (Maackia amurensis ‘Summertime’)—An improved selection introduced from the University of Minnesota. An excellent small tree with foliage that emerges with a silvery cast in the spring changing to an attractive dark green through summer. Flowers are creamy-white and produced mid-summer. Height 1525’, spread 15-20’.

MAGNOLIA Cucumbertree Magnolia (Magnolia acuminata)—This is a unique, yellow flowering Magnolia. Leaves are quite large, often up to almost a foot long. Develops into a fairly good-sized tree with age. Best if planted in good, well-drained soil and sited out of our summer winds. Height 30-40’, spread 20-30’. ‘Butterflies’—(M. acuminata x M. denudata ‘Sawada’s Cream’)—A great hybrid form with deep yellow flowers. Upright grower. Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’. www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Trees MAPLE

Little Girl Hybrids (Magnolia hy.)—This is a group of hybrids created to produce Magnolias with outstanding floral characteristics that would bloom later than most, thereby avoiding late frost damage. Flowers may also be produced sporadically through the summer. These selections make wonderful small trees or large shrubs.

Amur Maple (Acer ginnala)—A small tree with a rounded outline, usually with multiple trunk. Dark green foliage turns brilliant shades of yellow to orange to scarlet in the fall. Makes an excellent ornamental tree. Very hardy. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

‘Ann’—Deep purple-red flowers. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’. ‘Jane’—Reddish-purple on the outside of the petals with white on the inside. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Randy’—A small hybrid selection with a wonderful floral display in the spring. Individual flowers are purple on the outside and white on the inside. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

‘Embers’—A fantastic introduction from Bailey Nurseries in Minnesota with exceptionally brilliant, scarlet-red fall color. Very tough tree, tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. Makes a great small ornamental tree. Height 1520’, spread 15-20’. ‘Flame’—Fuller growth with fiery red fall color. This is our favorite selection.

Loebner Magnolia

Freeman Hybrids

(Magnolia x loebneri)—This Magnolia is among the best! A very vigorous hybrid that produces an abundant floral display. Flowers typically emerge a little later in the spring, helping them avoid late frosts. Very hardy and reliable. Height 15-25’, spread 20-30’.

(Acer x freemanii)—These are hybrid crosses between Red Maple and Silver Maple. The results are trees with a rapid growth habit and good fall color. Very tolerant of soils and exposures. ‘Autumn Blaze’ (‘Jeffersred’)—This is the most popular of the Freeman Hybrids. A fast grower with excellent orange-red to red fall color. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’. ‘Autumn Fantasy’ (‘DTR 102’)—A fast-growing Red Maple x Silver Maple hybrid. Consistently develops attractive crimson to ruby-red fall color. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’. zNEW!—‘Matador’ (‘Bailston)’—Deep red to orange-red fall color and more symmetrical growth are the reasons behind this selection. A vigorous tree that will grow will grow in almost any landscape. Height 50-60’, spread 30-40’.

‘Merrill’––Heavy flowering white form with a wonderful fragrance. Resembles a white cloud when in bloom!

Saucer Magnolia (Magnolia x soulangiana)—Symmetrical, upright grower of excellent habit. Flowers open light purple at the base, shading to pink at tips, with inside of the petals clear white. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)—A staple in the south; planted only occasionally in our area. Well known for its large, creamy-white, fragrant flowers and equally large, glossy green, evergreen foliage. Certainly a beautiful tree, unfortunately our cold winters drastically limit its success in our region. Hardier selections perform better and offer some possibilities for the dedicated gardener. Plant in protected locations and keep your fingers crossed!

Fullmoon Maple (Acer japonicum)—The Fullmoon Maple is very similar to the Japanese Maple, only hardier. Leaves are bright green changing to rich yellow, orange and crimson in fall. Plant in light shade and give the same care as a Japanese Maple.

‘Bracken’s Brown Beauty’—Considered by many experts to be not only one of the best forms, but also one of the most cold hardy as well. More compact and dense with smaller leaves, dark green and glossy above, rustybrown underneath. Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’. ‘Edith Bogue’—A more cold hardy selection that has proven itself to survive better in more northern environments than most. Glossy, dark green foliage. This species is borderline hardy in our area and is best reserved for protected gardens and determined gardeners! Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’.

‘Cutleaf ’ (‘Aconitifolium’)—Leaves are deeply divided, creating a ferny appearance. Brilliant orange-red fall color. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’. ‘Vitifolium’—An excellent selection with grape-like leaves that develop a fantastic fall color. Attractive green summer foliage turns an impressive rich purple, crimson, orange, and yellow in the fall. Height 10-20’, spread 10-20’.

Hedge Maple (Acer campestre)—This underused Maple makes a wonderful small tree for tough sites. Tolerant of dry soils and extremes. Handsome dark green foliage. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Star Magnolia

Japanese Maple

(Magnolia stellata)—White star-like blossoms in early spring. Grows as multiple stem and dwarf. Height 15-20’, spread 10-15’.

(Acer palmatum)—The Japanese Maples are a stunning group of plants that have a place in many landscapes. They come in many forms and all are dramatically beautiful. The selections we carry can be broken down into two groups, regular tree forms and cutleaf weeping forms botanically known as dissectums. Most of the tree forms will make an excellent small specimen tree, in a courtyard for example; the dissectums, generally being smaller with branches drooping back to the ground, are more appropriately used as an accent plant much in the same way that you would use a dramatic shrub. Keep in mind, the Japanese Maples are considered marginally hardy, so proper placement is critical. Plant in a protected area and out of the hot summer sun and winds, mulch the root system heavily, and enjoy!

‘Royal Star’—This selection blooms slightly later than Star Magnolia. Pink flower buds open to pure white blossoms.

Sweetbay Magnolia

(Magnolia virginiana)—The fragrance from these flowers will be enjoyed throughout the yard! Creamy-white flowers are produced for several months and have a wonderfully sweet fragrance. Leaves are shiny and bright green on top, silvery underneath. Does well in wet or even swampy areas. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’. ‘Henry Hicks’—Although Sweetbay Magnolia typically loses its leaves during the winter in northern climates, this selection has been proven to remain evergreen through extremely cold temperatures, well below zero. Wonderfully fragrant, creamy-white, lemon-scented flowers. Height 1520’, spread 15-20’. ‘Moonglow’––A more narrow selection that has proven to also be very cold hardy. Foliage is dark green and semi-evergreen. Great for moist areas. Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’.

‘Atrolineare’ (var. linerailobum ‘Atrolineare’)—Individual leaves are deeply cut into long narrow lobes creating a string-like appearance. Spring foliage has an attractive black-red color that fades to green with burgundy tinges through the summer. Height 6-8’, spread 4-5’. ‘Bloodgood’—Probably the best red-leafed form. Color holds well through the heat of the summer. Excellent red to orange fall color. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

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‘Bonfire’––This stunning selection starts in the spring with bright crimson foliage that ages over the growing season to bronze and eventually to green through the summer. Fall color is a fantastic show of flame red tones. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Butterfly’––A spectacular selection with lovely, blue-green and creamywhite variegated foliage. Leaves are a little smaller than other selections. Needs light shade. Height 8-10’, spread 5-6’. ‘Crimson Prince’––A seedling selected from ‘Bloodgood’. Exhibits better heat tolerance in the summer and cold hardiness in the winter. Bright redpurple spring and summer foliage. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Crimson Queen’ (var. dissectum)—Bright crimson-red new growth that holds well into the summer season. Develops wonderful scarlet fall color. Handsome, cascading habit with finely cut, fern-like leaves. Makes a stunning specimen plant. Best planted with some afternoon shade. Height 4-6’, spread 4-8’. ‘Emperor I’ (‘Wolff’)—Selected for superior, blood-red foliage color and faster growth rate. Deep foliage color holds well through summer heat. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Fireglow’—A promising introduction from Italy. Burgundy foliage that holds its color well through the heat of the summer. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’. ‘Garnet’ (var. dissectum)—A vigorous, cutleaf selection with exceptional redpurple foliage color. Attractive, cascading growth habit. Leaves are not as finely cut as most other cutleaf forms. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Inabe Shidare’ (var. dissectum)—A cutleaf weeping form with deep purplered leaves that are finely cut giving the tree a very lacy appearance. Branches cascade over each other creating a wonderfully graceful specimen. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Red Dragon’ (var. dissectum)—A new weeping laceleaf introduction from New Zealand. Dark purple-maroon foliage color throughout the growing season. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Red Pygmy’—A beautiful dwarf form with very thin, ribbon-like foliage. Bright red-maroon in the spring with good color retention into the summer. Occasionally will produce more typical shaped foliage on vigorous growth, which will then produce ribbon-like foliage the next year. Height 6-8’, spread 4-6’. ‘Shaina’—This small selection originated as a witch’s broom on a ‘Bloodgood’. Much smaller in size but still with wonderful foliage characteristics. Might even be a possibility for container growing as long as adequate winter protection was provided. Height 4-6’, spread 3-4’. ‘Sharp’s Pygmy’—An impressive miniature selection. Attractive, small, bright green leaves and a compact, dense habit. Useful as a unique shrublike specimen. Outstanding orange fall color. Stunning! Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘Tamukeyama’ (var. dissectum)–A beautiful, deep crimson-red to dark purple-red form with a graceful weeping habit. Individual leaves are deeply cut creating a lacy appearance. Color holds well through summer heat. Considered one of the best of the cutleaf types. Height 4-8’, spread 4-8’. ‘Waterfall’ (var. dissectum)—Considered by many to be the best of the greenleafed, cutleaf forms. Rich green summer foliage changing to gold and red in the fall. Height 4-8’, spread 4-8’.

Manchurian Maple (Acer mandshuricum)—This rare find is well worth adding to the garden. A trouble-free species that looks a lot like Paperbark Maple. Green summer foliage changes to a fantastic reddish color early in the fall. Height 15-30’, spread 15-25’.

Miyabe Maple (Acer miyabei)—A small to medium-sized tree with a fairly rounded crown. Somewhat similar in appearance to Hedge Maple. Not very common, but definitely worth seeking out. Height 25-35’, spread 25-35’. ‘State Street’ (‘Morton’)—A selection from the Morton Arboretum in 14 www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Illinois. Dark to medium green summer foliage, changing to a butteryyellow in the fall. Excellent drought and heat tolerance as well as good cold hardiness. Height 20-25’, spread15-20’.

Norway Maple (Acer platanoides)—A very tough Maple, similar in appearance to Sugar Maple. Fall color is generally a bright, clear yellow. Extremely adaptable. Makes a good street tree or would be a good choice for a specimen in the yard. ‘Crimson King’—Rich burgundy-wine colored foliage all summer long. Makes a stunning specimen. Slow grower. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘Emerald Lustre’ (‘Pond’)—A vigorous selection with a good branching structure. New growth is tinged with red, changing to dark green. Bright yellow fall color. Height 30-45’, spread 30-40’.

Paperbark Maple (Acer griseum)—This is a truly outstanding Maple! Foliage is bluish-green. Bark is a rich, reddish-brown to cinnamon and peels like the bark of a Birch. Develops into a magnificent small tree. Height 15-20’, spread 10-15’.

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)—A fairly rapid growing shade tree. Showy red flowers in the spring before leaves emerge. Fall color is bright yellow to orange to brilliant red. Very hardy and tolerant of extreme conditions. Makes an excellent lawn tree. Height 40-60’, spread 40-50’. ‘Brandywine’––An introduction from the U.S. National Arboretum, resulting from a cross between ‘October Glory’ and ‘Autumn Flame’ Red Maples. This male selection has deep red to purple-red fall color and has proven to hold up well through hot summers. Height 40-50’, spread 3040’. ‘Burgundy Belle’ (‘Magnificent Magenta’)––Also known as ‘Magnificent Magenta’, this selection was made from a tree growing in northeast Kansas. Selected for its uniform outline and intense, long-lasting red to burgundy fall color. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘October Glory’—A nice oval-rounded form with brilliant orange to red fall color. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘Redpointe’ (‘Frank Jr.’)—Brilliant red fall color with a nice, uniform crown and a dominant central leader. Introduced by J. Frank Schmidt Nurseries, the same folks who gave us ‘Red Sunset’. Height 40-50’, spread 25-35’. ‘Red Sunset’ (‘Franksred’)—This is the most popular selection we carry. Intense, brilliant red fall color and a very even shape. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘Summer Red’—New growth has a very pronounced burgundy-red color, that then transitions in to an impressive green. Fall color tends to be yellow with hints of orange and purple. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘Sun Valley’—An impressive selection made at the U.S. National Arboretum with exceptional, long-lasting, brilliant red fall color. Introduced in 1994, this cultivar is the result of a cross between ‘Red Sunset’ and ‘Autumn Flame’, both of which are phenomenal Red Maples. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’.

Shantung Maple (Acer truncatum)—A great mid-sized Maple with exceptional hardiness. Attractive small leaves, reminiscent of those on a Sweetgum tree. Leaves are glossy green through the summer, changing to combinations of yellow-orangered in the fall. Very durable. A great choice for Kansas landscapes. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’. zNEW!— ‘Crimson Sunset’ (A. x ‘JFS-KW202’)—A fantastic hybrid with deep purple foliage color. Somewhat similar to ‘Crimson King’ Maple but with the compact size of the Shantung Maple, which also gives it good heat and drought tolerance. Stunning! Height 25-35’, spread 20-25’. ‘Painted’ (A. truncatum subsp. mono)—A neat small to medium sized tree perfect for a patio or low deck. Dark green leaves with the potential of yellow-orange fall color. Smooth bark reminiscent of a Japanese Maple.

Trees red seeds. Extremely tough and durable tree, more tolerant of alkaline conditions than Amur Maple. Height 15-20’, spread 12-15’.

Very tough subspecies of the Shantung Maple. Height 25-35’, spread 20-30’. ‘Pacific Sunset’ (A. x ‘Warrenred’)—This hybrid form, a Norway Maple x Shantung Maple cross, makes a nice small to mid-sized tree. Dark green, glossy summer foliage changes to yellow-orange to red in the fall. Holds up very well in our summer heat. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’. ‘Norwegian Sunset’ (‘Kiethsform’)— A fantastic hybrid that combines the tremendous heat and drought tolerance of Shantung Maple with the character of Norway Maple into a nice mid-sized tree. Upright and oval in habit with a tendency towards yellow-orange to red fall color. Height 25-35’, spread 20-25’.

Trident Maple (Acer buergerianum)—An outstanding small tree. Dark glossy foliage turns to yellows, oranges, and reds in the fall. Similar in appearance to Japanese Maple, but much more tolerant of harsh conditions. Makes a good choice for a small tree around patios. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Three-flowered Maple (Acer triflorum)—A magnificent small specimen tree, similar in appearance to the Paperbark Maple. Attractive dark green summer foliage changing to rich yellows and reds in the fall. Peeling bark similar to a birch, especially on younger stems. Height 15-25’, spread 15-25’.

Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)—A very fast-growing species that will tolerate almost any kind of growing conditions. If this one won’t grow in your yard you have serious problems! Widely planted, however can be a little more brittle than other Maples. Height 6080’, spread 50-60’.

MIMOSA

Mimosa

(Albizia julibrissin)—Although not the most hardy tree for our area, still very popular. An impressive display of fuzzy, fragrant, pink flowers from May, June, July, and August. Very fine textured foliage has a tropical appearance. Prone to winter damage in our area. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

‘Silver Queen’––This is an essentially seedless form, much less messy than the species. Leaves can take on a nice yellow in the fall. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’. ‘Skinner Cutleaf ’ (‘Skinneri’)—All of the vigor and the toughness of the species but with finely cut, lacey foliage. This selection originated years ago as a chance seedling in the growing fields of the folks that started our garden center, the J. H. Skinner Nursery. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

‘E.H. Wilson’ (‘Rosea’)—Identical to the species in all respects but with increased winter hardiness. Unusual looking fuzzy, fragrant, pink flowers through much of the summer months. Very fine textured foliage has a tropical appearance. Unique! Height 10-15’, spread 15-20’.

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)—Broad, stout tree with many ascending branches forming a dense, wide head; haystack-like in appearance. Beautiful fall color ranges from yellow to orange to red. This is the tree that makes the New England area famous for its fall color. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

MULBERRY

Weeping Mulberry

(Morus alba ‘Chaparral’)— This fruitless form of mulberry has a dramatic weeping habit that creates an absolutely stunning specimen. Dark green glossy foliage on branches that hang to the ground. Fast growing and fruitless. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

‘Autumn Splendor’ (var. caddo ‘Autumn Splendor’)––A fantastic tree for the Midwest! Celebrated for its toughness, clean summer foliage and impressive fall color. More adapted to our harsh summer weather than other Sugar Maple selections. Selected by the late Dr. John C. Pair of Kansas State University. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’. ‘Fall Fiesta’ (‘Bailsta’)—A fairly fast growing selection with yellow to orange to red fall color. Tough, thick, dark green foliage is resistant to heat scorch and leaf tatter. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’. zNEW!— ‘Flashfire’ (var. caddo ‘JFS-Caddo2’)—A selected Caddo Sugar Maple seedling with brilliant red fall color. According to some authorities, it is the brightest red selection to date. Dark, thick green leaves give it the great summer heat tolerance typical of Caddo Sugar Maple. Height 4050’, spread 40-50’. ‘John Pair’ (var. caddo ‘John Pair’)—A spectacular introduction from the KSU Research Center. Brilliant red to red-orange fall color and a compact, rounded head. Especially well adapted to the tough growing conditions of our area. Named for the late Dr. John Pair who pioneered the selection and introduction of Caddo Sugar Maples for Midwest landscapes. Height 40-50’, spread 40-50’. ‘Oregon Trail’ (‘Hiawatha 1’)—Selected right here in Kansas from a town know for its beautiful maples, Hiawatha. This selection was chosen from hundreds of other trees for its superior fall color and overall performance. Height 40-50’, spread 30-40’.

Black Jack Oak

OAK

(Quercus marilandiaca)—A native species, often found growing in fairly poor soils. A smaller, scrubby tree with a picturesque habit. Actually quite stunning. Extremely durable tree that would be a good choice for difficult sites. Height 20-35’, spread 20-35’.

Black Oak (Quercus velutina)—Very similar to Red Oak, but not as common. Fall color is rusty-red. Bark is charcoal black. Height 40-50’, spread 40-50’.

Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa)—Large stately tree with a broad, rounded habit. Leaves are a good dark green in the summer. Bark is deeply furrowed giving the tree year-round interest. Height 60-80’, spread 60-80’. A 2005 Pride of Kansas Selection.

Chinkapin Oak (Quercus muehlenbergii)—A native Oak in this area, grows well in our rocky, limestone soils. Scaly gray bark and yellow to orangish brown fall color make this tree a unique specimen. Height 40-50’, spread 40-50’.

Tartarian Maple

Crimson Spire Oak

(Acer tataricum)—A tough small tree, similar to Amur Maple. Produces pretty, little yellow flowers in the spring followed by bright red seeds later in the season. Considered by many to be more tolerant of alkaline soils and dry conditions than Amur Maple. Height 20-25’, spread 15-20’.

(Quercus x ‘Crimschmidt’)—Very narrow, columnar Oak with dark bluish-green foliage. Stunningly brilliant crimson-red fall color. Makes a stunning specimen. Height 40-50’, spread 12-18’.

‘Rugged Charm’ (‘JFS-KW2’)—A more compact, uniform selection of the species. Still with rich yellow, orange and red fall color and bright

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Dwarf Chestnut Oak

Shumard Oak

(Quercus prinoides)—Also commonly known as Dwarf Chinkapin Oak, this is a much smaller Oak species that produces abundant quantities of acorns, highly sought after by wildlife. Makes an attractive small tree for landscape use as well. One of our natives. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

(Quercus shumardii)—Very similar to Pin Oak in foliage and habit. Fall color is deep red. Extremely tough Oak. Height 60-70’, spread 40-50’.

Swamp White Oak

English Oak

(Quercus bicolor)—Excellent Oak for wetter areas, but is still very drought tolerant. Fall color is more yellow. Height 50-60’, spread 50-60’.

(Quercus robur)—An attractive species, widely used in Europe. Develops into a majestic large specimen with age. Height 40-60’, spread 40-60’.

White Oak (Quercus alba)—Probably the most beautiful of all the Oaks. Summer foliage is dark green and silvery underneath. Fall color is an impressive wine color and truly breathtaking. Height 60-70’, spread 60-70’.

Heritage Oak (Quercus x macdanielii ‘Clemons’)—This is an outstanding vigorous hybrid, the result of crossing English Oak (Q. robur) and Bur Oak (Q. macrocarpa). Selected for its attractive form and rapid growth, this tree also has glossy, dark green leaves and is highly resistant to powdery mildew. Height 60-80’, spread 40-50’.

Willow Oak (Quercus phellos)—The leaves on this tree look like those of a Willow tree. Pyramidal when young, developing an upright, oval shape with age. Fall color will range from yellow to bronze-orange to yellow-brown to russet-red. More tolerant to excessive moisture than most other Oaks. Height 40-60’, spread 30-40’.

MacDaniel Oak (Quercus x macdanieli)—These are seedlings of ‘Heritage Oak’, an outstandingly vigorous hybrid, the result of crossing English Oak (Q. robur) and Bur Oak (Q. macrocarpa). Height 60-80’, spread 40-50’.

OSAGE ORANGE

Northern Pin Oak

‘White Shield Osage Orange’-(Maclura pomifera var. inermis ‘White Shield’)— A mostly thornless, fruitless discovery made near White Shield Creek in western Oklahoma. An amazingly vigorous selection with impressive leathery lustrous dark green foliage. One of the most thorn-free forms on the market. Amazingly tough! Height 30-40’, spread 30-50’.

(Quercus ellipsoidalis)—A northern version of Pin Oak that is much more tolerant of heavier soils. More tolerant of alkaline soils and therefore less prone to iron chlorosis problems. Red fall color. Height 50-60’, spread 35-45’.

Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata)—A lesser known species, but definitely one worth considering. A particularly tough selection that tolerates harsh growing conditions. Attractive, leathery, dark green summer foliage. Acorns are almost entirely enclosed by the cap. Height 40-60’, spread 40-60’.

PAGODATREE

Japanese Pagodatree

(Sophora japonica)—A small to medium tree with elegant, feathery dark green foliage and creamy-white, pea-like flowers borne in large panicles in the middle of summer. Height 30-40’, spread 30-40’.

Pin Oak (Quercus palustris)—Leaves deeply cut and colors a beautiful red in autumn. Pyramidal tree with a straight, erect stem. Height 60-70’, spread 40-50’.

PARROTIA

Post Oak

(Quercus stellata)—A native oak species with an attractive, dense, rounded Persian Parrotia (Parrotia persica)—A tremendous small specimen tree. Foliage unfolds reddish crown. Leaves are similar in appearance to Bur Oak. Height 30-50’, spread 30-50’.

purple, turning to dark green in the summer and finally developing an orange to scarlet fall color. Excellent choice! Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

Prairie Stature Oak (Quercus x bimundorum ‘Prairie Stature’ (‘Midwest’)—A good tough tree selected by North Dakota State University. Dark green summer foliage is followed by yellow-orange to red fall color. It is believed to be a hybrid between English Oak and White Oak. Height 50-60’, spread 50-60’.

Pawpaw

PAWPAW

(Asimina triloba)—An interesting native tree with large, dark green foliage that has a semi-tropical appearance. The fruits of this tree have a wonderful custardlike texture with a sweet banana/pear-like flavor. Plant two or more trees for best pollination. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Red Oak (Quercus rubra)—A beautiful fast growing Oak with a rounded, symmetrical crown. Foliage is a stunning dark red in fall. Height 60-70’, spread 50-60’.

‘Prolific’—Produces large fruits with yellow flesh and excellent flavor. Plant two or more varieties for best pollination.

Sawtooth Oak

PEAR

(Quercus acutissima)—Nice medium sized Oak. Fast growing and very adaptable. Height 40-50’, spread 40-50’.

Aristocrat Pear

Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea)—This tree is similar to Pin Oak, only developing a little broader with age. Brilliant red fall color. Much more resistant to iron chlorosis. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

(Pyrus calleryana ‘Aristocrat’)—Broadly pyramidal in growth, branches more horizontally than ‘Bradford’. Yellow to red fall color. Masses of white flowers in the spring. Excellent street and shade tree. Rapid growth. Height 30-40’, spread 20-25’.

Shingle Oak

Bradford Pear

(Quercus imbricaria)—Pyramidal Oak with dark green, lustrous leaves. Leaves will often persist into the winter. Height 50-60’, spread 50-60’.

(Pyrus calleryana ‘Bradford’)—Masses of white flowers in the spring. Bright green, glossy foliage turns beautiful crimson shades. Compact pyramidal growth. Height 30-40’, spread 20-30’.

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only be used in protected areas. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

(Pyrus calleryana ‘Jaczam’)—This selection has the same great white flowers in the spring as other forms but with a much smaller mature size. An ideal alternative where space is more limited and a smaller tree is desired. Height 15-20’, spread 8-12’.

‘Avondale’––Loaded with deep rose-purple flowers early in spring. May experience some winter die back in our area, so plant in protected area if possible. Height 8-10’, spread 6-10’. ‘Don Egolf ’—A smaller selection with a shrub-like habit that can be grown either as a small tree or large shrub. Stems are literally covered with lavender colored flowers in the spring. This is a seedless selection. Height 8-10’, spread 6-10’.

Select Pear (Chanticleer) (Pyrus calleryana ‘Cleveland Select’)—The plant of many names: Select Pear, Cleveland Select Pear, Chanticleer Pear, and also known as Glen’s Form. Cone-shaped. Heavy bloom of white flowers. Reddish-orange fall color. Rapid growth. Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’.

Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)—Common native Redbud with showy rose-pink flowers. Good patio and lawn tree. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’. A 2004 Pride of Kansas Selection.

PECAN

zNEW!— ‘Ace of Hearts’—A more compact selection, perfect when size is an issue. Pink to light purple flowers early in the spring followed by densely packed foliage through the rest of the season. Height 12-15’, spread 12-15’. ‘Burgundy Hearts’ (‘GRESWAN’)—New leaves emerge a rich red-purple and remain burgundy throughout the season. Pink-lavender flowers in the spring, typical of the species. Considered to be an improvement over ‘Forest Pansy’. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’. ‘Forest Pansy’––This stunning selection has the same wonderful purplishpink flowers in the spring as a regular Redbud. However, instead of green, new growth emerges a deep red-purple. Leaf color eventually fades to dark green with the heat of summer. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’. ‘Lavender Twist’ (‘Covey’)––A spectacular weeping introduction! This is a hardy Redbud tree with the cascading habit of a Weeping Mulberry. Heavy production of purplish-pink flowers in the spring. Strong weeping habit makes for a spectacular specimen. Height 6-10’, spread 8-12’. ‘Little Woody’—All of the same great qualities of native favorite but in a smaller package. Lavender-pink flowers early in the spring followed by compact, dense foliage. Height 12-15’, spread 12-15’. zNEW!— ‘The Rising Sun’ (‘JN2’)—A cool selection with yellow foliage! Leaves emerge a bright apricot-orange then mature to a golden-peachy color. Leaf color is reported to hold up well through the summer heat. Flowers in the spring are the traditional rosy-pink of the species. This would make a stunning specimen. Height 12-15’, spread 12-15’. zNEW!— ‘Ruby Falls’—A weeping, red-purple leaf form! This selection gets its weeping habit from ‘Lavender Twist’ and its red-purple foliage from ‘Forest Pansy’. Introduced from a NC State University breeding program. Very cool! Height 6-10’, spread 8-12’. ‘Silver Cloud’––A rare and unusual variegated Redbud selection. Leaves are green, blotched and speckled with creamy-white. Requires light shade to keep from burning the foliage. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’. ‘Whitebud’ (var. alba)––A white flowering form of our native favorite. Identical to Common Redbud, except for the flowers. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

Hardy Pecan (Carya illinoiensis)—Beautiful, large tree with lustrous, dark green foliage. Produces great tasting nuts that can be eaten raw or used for cooking. Our trees are grown from the hardiest, northern seed sources available. Plant two or more to insure good pollination. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’. ‘Colby’—A hardy form, suitable for use in this area. Produces good quantities of nuts in the fall. ‘Peruque’—A medium-sized nut with excellent flavor and good cracking quality due to thinner shells.

PERSIMMON Common Persimmon (Diospyrus virginiana)—Another one of our native trees. Fairly upright habit with lustrous green leaves. Produces golfball-sized, pale orange fruits that are highly sought after by both wildlife and people. Height 40-50’, spread 20-30’.

PLUM American Plum (Prunus americana)—A small native tree that is excellent for wildlife plantings because of the highly edible fruits which are borne in abundance. Very easy to grow. Extremely hardy and drought tolerant. White flowers early in the spring. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Big Cis Purpleleaf Plum (Prunus x cistina ‘Schmidtcis’)—A branch sport of Cistina Plum with the same reddish-purple foliage all season long. Makes a nice small ornamental tree. Height 10-15’, spread 8-12’.

Newport Purpleleaf Plum (Prunus cerasifera ‘Newport’)—Foliage is reddish-purple all summer. Hardy upright grower. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Texas Redbud

POPLAR

(Cercis canadensis subsp. texensis)—An extremely popular and beautiful species. Leaves are dark green, extremely glossy and tend to be thicker than those of Eastern Redbud. Flowers are produced in abundance in early spring. Does very well in our summer heat. Plant in well-drained soil. Height 15-20’, spread 1520’.

Theves Poplar (Populus nigra ‘Theves’ (‘Afganica’)—Considered to be an improved Lombardy Poplar, this selection has a similar narrow, upright habit and rapid growth but with improved canker resistance. Height 50-60’, spread 8-10’.

zNEW!— ‘Merlot’ (C. x ‘Merlot’) —A great selection, created by crossing the purple-leaved, ‘Forest Pansy’ with the glossy-leaved, Texas Redbud. The result is a tree with wonderful dark blood-red to purple foliage and superior heat tolerance. More dense than ‘Forest Pansy’. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’. ‘Oklahoma’––Abundant flowers emerge early in spring and are deep rosered. Flowers are darker and richer than those on Eastern Redbud. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

REDBUD Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis)—A smaller growing species of Redbud, developing with more of a shrub like habit, but trainable into small multi-stemmed tree if desired. A heavy flowering species that can put on a show as good or better than our native Eastern Redbud. Unfortunately this species is marginal in our area and should

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‘Traveller’—A strongly weeping form with the glossy foliage and deep rose-red flowers flowers typical of the species. Ultimate height will vary somewhat depending on how tall trees have been trained before allowing them to weep back over. Height 5-10’, spread 6-12’.

REDWOOD

Dawn Redwood

(Metasequoia glyptostroboides)—This tree, once thought to be extinct, makes an exquisite specimen. Feathery, pyramidal tree. Should be planted into moist, welldrained soils. Similar in appearance to Baldcypress. Height 40-50’, spread 15-25’.

RUSSIAN-OLIVE Russian-olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia)—Often used in plantings to draw in songbirds. Attractive silver-gray foliage. Sweet-smelling yellow flowers in the spring followed by abundant yellow-brown fruits relished by birds. A fast-growing, thorny, short-lived tree. Tough! Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

SASSAFRAS Common Sassafras (Sassafras albidum)—A small, shrubby tree with outstanding yellow to orange to scarlet and purple fall color. Not the easiest tree to grow, but definitely worth a try. Was used in the past to make root beer. Height 20-40’, spread 15-25’.

SERVICEBERRY Serviceberries, also known as Juneberries, are an exceptional group of plants. Although selections are numerous, all can be expected to have similar characteristics. Showy white flowers start things off early in the spring. By June, those flowers have produced numerous small berry-like fruits that go through a wonderful progression of colors, changing from green to bright red and finally to bluish-purple. These fruits are highly edible and loved by birds. However, if you can beat them to it, you can enjoy a wonderful harvest of sweet, juicy berries all for yourself. Fall color finishes the season with leaves changing to brilliant golds, oranges, and reds.

Apple Serviceberry (Amelanchier x grandiflora)—This is a more vigorous hybrid form with larger flowers. Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’. ‘Autumn Brilliance’—A faster growing selection with better than average ornamental characteristics. A 2001 Pride of Kansas selection.

See SHRUB section for other Serviceberry selections

SEVEN-SON FLOWER

Golden Spirit Smoketree (Cotinus coggygria ‘Ancot’)—An exciting introduction from Europe with stunning, brilliant gold foliage through the growing season, changing to wonderful shades of coral, orange and red in the fall. Grows into a dense, rounded to upright shrub-like plant. Has not been observed to flower. Height 6-10’, spread 5-8’.

Grace Smoketree (Cotinus x ‘Grace’)—A hybrid (C. coggygria ‘Velvet’ x C. obovatus) selection with massive pink flower panicles (over a foot high), blue-green summer foliage and brilliant red, orange, and yellow fall color. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

Royal Purple Smoketree (Cotinus coggygria ‘Royal Purple’)—Brilliant purple colored foliage that keeps its color all season long. Feathery plumes cover the plant in mid-summer. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

Young Lady Smoketree (Cotinus coggygria ‘Young Lady’)—An impressive selection with outstanding floral characteristics. Even as a young tree, an abundance of smoky plumes are produced early in the summer. Also has impressive fall color with leaves changing to orange-red. Height 8-12’, spread 8-12’.

SNOWBELL Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonica)—Graceful, pure white flowers cover the tree late in the spring creating a spectacular show. Small tree. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’. ‘Snowcone’ (‘JFS-D’)—This form was selected for its dense, more uniform habit along with its dark green, fine textured foliage and wonderful spring flowers. We recommend a moist, but well-drained location for best performance. Height 20-25’, spread 15-20’.

SOURWOOD Sourwood (Oxydendron arboreum)—Brilliant red and purple fall color. Tree blooms in midsummer with delicate creamy-white flowers, similar to the bloom of Lily-of-theValley. Height 20-30’, spread 20-30’.

SWEETGUM Sweet Gum (Liquidambar styraciflua)—Pyramidal shape when young, becoming a large rounded tree with age. Large star-shaped leaves. Rich green foliage in summer and very colorful in fall. Height 50-60’, spread 30-40’.

(Heptacodium miconiodes)—An exciting introduction from China! This large arching shrub or small tree has glossy dark green leaves and creamy-white, fragrant flowers late in the summer. One of its best attributes is its persistent, showy, reddish-pink sepals (that’s plant talk for part of the floral structure). They create a flower-like display that is effective through the fall. With good winter hardiness and a floral display that resembles Crapemyrtle, it has been nicknamed by many as the “Crapemyrtle of the North.” Height 10-20’, spread 10-15’.

‘Cherokee’ (‘Ward’)—A fruitless Sweetgum with dramatic deep burgundy to scarlet-red fall color. Very vigorous. Height 50-60’, spread 25-35’. zNEW!— ‘Happy Daze’—Although this selection resembles the species in almost every way, there is one big difference, it is essentially fruitless! This very vigorous grower will only occasionally produce a few fruits. Excellent burgundy to red fall color. Height 50-60’, spread 30-40’. ‘Rotundiloba’—An attractive variation from the species. Leaves are rounded instead of pointed. Better yet, this selection is essentially fruitless. Fall color varies from reddish-purple to yellow. Height 50-60’, spread 30-40’.

SMOKETREE

SYCAMORE

Seven-son Flower

American Smoketree

American Sycamore

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Trees London Planetree

Globe Willow

(Platanus x acerfolia ‘Bloodgood’)—Also called the European Sycamore. This tree resembles American Sycamore but is much more disease resistant. Rapid grower, excellent lawn and street tree. Height 60-80’, spread 60-80’.

(Salix matsudana ‘Umbraculifera’)—A compact, broad rounded form without a central leader. Height 20-30’, 30-40’ wide.

TULIPTREE Tuliptree

(Salix alba ‘Tristis’)—A beautiful weeping tree with brilliant golden branches. Growth hangs clear to the ground and makes a stunning specimen. Will thrive in moist soils. Height 40-50’, spread 40-50’.

(Liriodendron tulipifera)—Rapid growing tree of pyramidal shape. Large bluishgreen leaves which color in the fall. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

Scarlet Curls Willow

Golden Weeping Willow

(Salix matsudana ‘Scarlet Curls’)—This selection has unusual, twisted, corkscrew-like branches. Youngest stems are bright red through the winter with older branches being more golden-brown. Good for winter interest. Cut stems are useful in flower arrangements. Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

VIBURNUM Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium)—This Viburnum, also offered in shrub form, can easily be grown as a durable ornamental tree. Showy, creamy-white flowers emerge in the spring and are followed by clusters of pink to black edible fruits that have been used to make preserves since the colonial days. Great for attracting birds. Height 15-20’, spread 10-15’.

WITCHHAZEL Hybrid Witchhazel (Hamamelis x intermedia)—These are vigorous hybrids (H. japonica x H. mollis) that make wonderful small trees or large shrubs. Eye-catching floral display vary in color among the different selections, but all share one common trait, they will emerge extremely early in the season. Not uncommon to have flowers as early as February despite frigid cold weather. Blooms continue through late winter and into spring, often lasting into April. Fall color is also stunning, a spectacular collection of yellow, orange, red and purple. Plants do best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Height 15-20’, spread 15-20’.

‘Forest Rouge’ (‘McRouge’)—Great fall color. Creamy-white flowers in the spring produce highly edible pinkish rose to black fruits late in the summer through the fall. Used for preserves since colonial times. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

Rusty Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum rufidulum)—A handsome species with lustrous dark green foliage. Clusters of creamy-white flowers in spring followed by clusters of dark blue fruits. Leaves turn a rich burgundy in fall. Makes an attractive large shrub or small ornamental tree. Tremendously tough! Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

‘Arnold Promise’––Clear yellow flowers, very fragrant. One of the best yellow forms. ‘Orange Beauty’––A German introduction with deep yellow to orangeyellow flowers and a nice light fragrance.

Siebold Viburnum

YELLOWWOOD

(Viburnum sieboldii)—This large viburnum can be used as a large shrub or a small tree. Large, very thick, glossy, dark green leaves. Large creamy-white flowers late in the spring, followed by clusters of small red fruits that eventually ripen to black. Birds love them! Best if planted in light shade and well-drained, moist soils. Avoid extremely dry sites if possible for best appearance. Height 15-20’, spread 10-15’.

Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea)—Probably one of the prettiest summer blooming trees. Flowers are white and borne in large (8-14”) loose clusters over the entire tree. A very impressive sight. Height 30-40’, spread 30-40’.

‘Seneca’—Massive, creamy-white floral display followed by a stunning blood-red fruit set. Fruit tend to not be eaten by birds so the fruits last longer than other selections. A U.S. National Arboretum introduction. Needs moisture during hot, dry stretches of weather. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

WALNUT Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)—Large, native tree. Produces an abundant crop of great tasting walnuts. Very tough and easy to grow. Self-pollinating. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

English Walnut (Juglans regia)—These are seedlings from a variety known as ‘Carpathian’. Very cold hardy. Delicious nuts produced in abundance. Plant at least two to assure cross-pollination. Height 30-50’, spread 30-50’.

WILLOW Corkscrew Willow (Salix matsudana ‘Snake’)—Contorted, spiraled branches create a very striking appearance. Non-venomous! Height 25-30’, spread 15-20’.

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How Do I Acidify My Soil? Sometimes it is necessary to change your soilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pH. Soil pH refers to how acidic or how alkaline your soil is. Most plants we grow in our area perform best in soils that are slightly acidic to near neutral and will find our native soils just fine for normal growth. However, sometimes it becomes necessary to raise or more often, to lower (acidify) the soil pH. This is especially true for acid-loving plants such as azaleas, rhododendrons and blueberries. Below are some of the products we have available to help you change your soilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pH.

Raise Soil pH Hydrated Lime Agricultural Limestone Dolomitic Limestone

Lower Soil p H (acidify)

Soil Sulfur Ionate Soil A cidifier Copperas (Iro n Sulfate) Ammonium Sulfate Aluminum S ulfate

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Shrubs ABELIA

‘Lil’ Kim’ (‘Antong Two’)— Finally, a dwarf Rose-of-Sharon! This heavy bloomer has white flowers with a showy red eye, all on a plant that stays much shorter than other selections. Introduced from South Korea. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Azurri Satin’ (‘DVPazurri’)—Great blue flowers without the seed production. This strong-growing selection produces large, single, rich blue flowers from mid-summer until fall. Height 8-12’, spread 6-10’. ‘Sugar Tip’ (‘America Irene Scott’)— This variegated selection has bluegreen leaves edged with creamy-white. Flowers are clear pink and double. Height 8-12’, spread 6-10’.

Chinese Abelia (Abelia chinensis)—This summer flowering shrub is loved by butterflies and gardeners alike. Fragrant, white flowers are produced from early summer until frost. Treat like a perennial and cut back hard each spring for best appearance. Grows back quickly! Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

Glossy Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora)—Broadleaf evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green foliage. White, fragrant flowers emerge late in the summer and continue on until frost. Comes through the winter best in protected locations. May freeze back in hard winters. Ht. 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

ARALIA

ALMOND

Variegated Fiveleaf Aralia

(Acanthopanax sieboldianus ‘Variegatus’)— A variegated version of one of the toughest plants around. Tolerant of dry soils and will grow in anything from full sun to considerable shade. Avoid wet soils. Has stunning rich green foliage edged with creamy-white to yellow margins. Can easily be pruned to maintain size. Height 5-8’, spread 5-8’.

Dwarf Flowering Almond (Prunus glandulosa ‘Rosea Plena’)—Very popular shrub with outstanding floral display early in the spring. Literally covered with wonderful double-pink blossoms from top to bottom. Plant in well-drained soils. Height 4-5’, spread 3-4’.

ALTHEA (Rose-of-Sharon)

AZALEA

(Hibiscus syriacus)—Upright growing shrub with hollyhock-like flowers. Blooms Aug.-Sept. An old-time favorite and a good choice for color late in the summer. Mature height 8-10’, spread 5-6’.

Azaleas can be quite successful if attention is paid to detail when growing them. Site them on the north or east side of your house for protection against the summer heat and winds. Plant them in soil that has been heavily amended with compost or peat moss and treated with soil sulfur to provide an acidic root environment. Keep mulched and don’t forget to water through dry weather. Fertilize with an azalea food on a regular basis.

‘Amplissimus’—Double, red flowers. ‘Aphrodite’—Single, pink flowers. ‘Ardens’—Double, purple flowers. ‘Jeanne de Arc’—Double, white flowers. ‘Lady Stanley’—Double pink flowers. ‘Blue Satin’ (‘Marina’)—This is a new blue form introduced from the Netherlands. A strong-growing selection with large, single, rich royal blue flowers.

Compact Korean Azalea (Rhododendron yedoense var. poukhanense ‘Compact’)—This is a very hardy azalea with lovely rose to lilac-purple, slightly fragrant flowers. Height 2-3’, spread 3-5’.

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Exbury Hybrids

Emerald Carousel Barberry

(Rhododendron ‘Exbury Hybrids’)—Deciduous, upright grower. Foliage is green in the summer and yellow, orange and red in fall. Flowers are very bright, almost fluorescent. One of the easiest types to grow. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

(Berberis x ‘Tara’)—An outstanding hybrid with beautiful yellow flowers in the spring and deep green summer foliage. The fall display is nothing short of spectacular. Bright red berries color up late in the season and leaves take on brilliant shades of orange to red to purple. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

‘Fireball’—Flowers with bright shades of orange-red to scarlet. Strong grower with attractive reddish-bronze new growth. ‘Gibraltar’—Flame-orange flowers. ‘Klondyke’—New growth emerges a coppery-red followed by brilliant golden-orange blossoms.

Golden Barberry (Berberis thunbergii ‘Aurea’)—Variety of Japanese Barberry with bright golden foliage. Leaves change to a beautiful orange in fall. Prefers full sun and open exposures. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Girard Hybrids

Golden Nugget Barberry

(Rhododendron ‘Girard Hybrids’)—Very hardy, large flowering evergreen azalea. Foliage turns reddish in the late fall and remains the rest of the winter. One of the best evergreen azaleas for our area. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

(Berberis thunbergii ‘Monlers’)—A dense, compact Barberry with brilliant golden foliage. Great for small areas. Height 12-18", spread 18-24".

Golden Ruby Barberry

‘Girard Crimson’—Large crimson flowers. ‘Girard Fuchsia’—Dark reddish-purple flowers. ‘Girard Pleasant’—Large white flowers with a cream center. ‘Girard Rose’—Deep rose-red flowers.

(Berberis thunbergii ‘Goruzam’)—Similar to ‘Crimson Pygmy’ in habit but with orange-red foliage. New growth emerges blood red and then as leaves mature they develop a golden margin. Striking variegation! Height 18-24”, spread 18-24”.

Northern Lights Hybrids (Rhododendron ‘Northern Lights Hybrids’)—Extremely hardy (to -40F) deciduous azalea. These selections are actually from a Minnesota breeding program, so you know they can handle Kansas winters. Compact growth. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Helmond Pillar Barberry

‘Lemon Lights’—Lemon-yellow flowers. ‘Mandarin’—Brilliant, mandarin-orange colored flowers. ‘Rosy Lights’—Dark pink flowers with rose-red shadings. ‘White Lights’—Pink buds, large fragrant white blooms.

Kobold Barberry

(Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Helmond Pillar’)—A narrow, upright form with deep purple-red leaves. Narrow, columnar form makes a striking statement in the landscape. Height 3-5’, spread 1-2’. (Berberis thunbergii ‘Kobold’)—Bright green foliage on a dwarf plant similar to ‘Crimson Pygmy’. Bright orange fall color with red berries in winter. Excellent little landscape plant. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’.

BARBERRY

Rosy Glow Barberry

Bagatelle Barberry (Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Bagatelle’)—This is a great little selection, similar to Crimson Pygmy but with smaller leaves and a tighter, more compact growth habit. Height 12-18", spread 18-24".

(Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Rosy Glow’)—Leaves are a stunning blend of rose-pink and deep blood-red. New growth shows the most intense color variation, while older leaves tend to mature to a more uniform deep reddish-purple. Prefers full sun. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

Bonanza Gold Barberry

Royal Burgundy Barberry (Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Gentry Cultivar’)—A deep burgundy selection, similar to ‘Crimson Pygmy’, but with an even richer color throughout the season and slightly more compact growth habit. Fall color is black-red. Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’.

(Berberis thunbergii ‘Bogozam’)—A dwarf Barberry with outstanding bright golden-yellow foliage. Low maintenance plant which forms a small dense mound. Height 18-24", spread 2-3’.

Burgundy Carousel Barberry

William Penn Barberry

(Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Bailtwo’)—Rich burgundy-purple foliage that is a little bit larger than and more robust looking than other redleaf selections. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’.

(Berberis x gladwynensis ‘William Penn’)—Evergreen, dwarf, broadly spreading hybrid Barberry. Leathery, rich green spring foliage on dense growing, arching branches. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’. A 2001 Pride of Kansas selection.

Cherry Bomb Barberry

BAYBERRY

(Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Monomb’)—Deep crimson foliage on a small, compact plant. Bright red berries in the fall. A great choice when you need something a little bit larger than ‘Crimson Pygmy’. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica)—Upright growing shrub with small, gray, waxy fruits. Foliage is a lustrous dark green and very aromatic when crushed, in fact, waxes from this plant are used for making aromatic bayberry candles. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’.

Concorde Barberry (Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Concorde’)—This compact, dwarf introduction has shown itself to hold a better deep purple-red color through the heat of the summer than ‘Crimson Pygmy’. Considered by experts to be one of the best! Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’.

BEAUTYBERRY

Crimson Pygmy Barberry

Early Amethyst Purple Beautyberry

(Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea ‘Crimson Pygmy’)—One of the most popular plants we carry. This dwarf Barberry with intense, blood-red foliage is perfect for putting a little punch of color into the landscape. Height 2’, spread 2-3’.

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(Callicarpa dichotoma ‘Early Amethyst’)—A great shrub for adding color to the fall garden. Arching branches are covered with small bright lilac-purple fruits by late summer and extending into the fall. For best fruit production prune heavily each spring. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

Shrubs BEAUTYBUSH

zNEW!—White Surprise Blue-Spirea (Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘White Surprise’)—A variegated selection with good blue flowers! Plant in well-drained soil and treat like a perennial, cutting it back to about 3-6” each spring. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

Pink Cloud Beautybush (Kolkwitzia amabilis ‘Pink Cloud’)—Well formed, graceful shrub. Bell-shaped pink flowers in May in huge numbers creating a spectacular show. A good candidate for working into shrub borders. Height 6-10’, spread 6-8’.

BOXWOOD

BIRCH

Green Mountain Boxwood (Buxus x ‘Green Mountain’)—A hybrid boxwood with great winter hardiness and outstanding foliage and a slightly upright growing habit. Dark green leaves through the growing season, bronzing slightly through the winter. Height 3-5’, spread 2-3’.

Little King River Birch (Betula nigra ‘Fox Valley’)—Yes, a tree in the Shrub Section! This slower growing, more compact form of the widely popular River Birch actually works great as a large shrub. While it could be pruned up into a nice little ornamental tree, it is probably best to utilize the dense, low branched habit of this selection as a large shrub, perfect for screening and privacy plantings or for mixed shrub borders. Perfoms well in average growing conditions, but it also is very tolerant of wet or tight soils. The main stems will develop beautiful peeling, cinnamon and cream colored bark, typical of the species, providing a fantastic winter effect. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

Green Tower Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens ‘Monrue’)—A very narrow growing form, perfect for use as an accent plant or narrow hedges. Tolerates trimming nicely, and doesn’t bronze out through the winter. Height 6-8’, spread 18-24”.

Green Velvet Boxwood (Buxus x ‘Green Velvet’)—A vigorous, globe-shaped, hybrid boxwood with dark green foliage that retains its color in the winter. Excellent plant for hedges and borders. Very hardy! Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

BLADDERNUT American Bladdernut

Korean Boxwood

(Staphylea trifolia)—An interesting native shrub found growing in timbered areas. Develops into a large, multi-stemmed, suckering shrub. Produces threelobed, Chinese lantern-like seed capsules in the fall, each containing up to several seeds, creating a "bladder nut". Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’.

(Buxus microphylla var. koreana)—True Korean Boxwood. This is one of the hardiest forms around. Leaves are small, rich green through the summer and darkening to a bronze-brown through the winter. Dense, slow grower. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

BLUE-SPIREA

‘Wintergreen’—A Korean Boxwood selection with handsome light green foliage and very small leaves. Doesn’t bronze out through the winter as much as the species. Growth is very dense, making it great for small hedges. Extremely winter hardy. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Blue-spirea are also commonly known as Bluebeard or Blue-mist Shrub and are in fact not actually Spireas at all. Technically these plants aren’t even considered true shrubs, but instead classified as subshrubs which means they act kind of like a shrub and kind of like a perennial. Plan on cutting them back hard each spring to start the season, much like you would with the perennials in your garden. Plant them in full sun and well-drained soil. This is a great plant for butterfly gardens.

BUCKEYE

Bottlebrush Buckeye

(Aesculus parviflora)—An absolutely stunning, large flowering shrub. Widespreading, suckering habit with dark green summer foliage, changing to yellow in the fall. Covered with upright, 8-12” long panicles of white flowers early in the summer. Spectacular! Height 8-12’, spread 8-15’.

Dark Knight Blue-Spirea (Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘Dark Knight’)—This small flowering shrub has deep blue-purple flowers late in the summer and into the fall. Leaves have a silvery-gray cast to them. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

BUCKTHORN

Lil’ Miss Sunshine Blue-Spirea

Fine Line Buckthorn

(Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘Janice’)—This cross between ‘Petit Bleu’ and ‘Sunshine Blue’ gives us bright yellow foliage, lavender-blue flowers with a nice compact habit. For best result, treat as a perennial and cut back to 3-6” each spring. Plant only in well-drained soil. Height 2-2 1/2’, spread 2-3’.

(Rhamnus frangula ‘Ron Williams’)—A neat introduction that combines the fern-like foliage of the Willowleaf Buckthorn with the narrow, upright habit of the Columnar Tall Hedge Buckthorn. Would make a great accent plant in a shrub border or in a perennial planting. Height 5-7’, spread 2-3’.

Snow Fairy Himalayan Bluebeard

Willowleaf Buckthorn

(Caryopteris divaricata ‘Snow Fairy’)—Stunning green and white variegated foliage that supposedly smells like cat urine when crushed…we would recommend not crushing the foliage! Branches are topped with blue flowers late in the season. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

(Rhamnus frangula ‘Asplenifolia’)—An outstanding specimen plant for a special spot. Leaves are narrow, similar to a willow giving the whole plant a graceful, ferny appearance. This plant looks great around water features, creating a willow-like appearance. Height 10-12’, spread 6-10’.

Sunshine Blue Common Bluebeard

BURNING BUSH

(Caryopteris incana ‘Jason’)—Bright sunny-yellow foliage and rich amethyst-blue flowers. Reported to be a much stronger grower than ‘Worchester Gold’ and from our observations this appears to be true. Blooms from late summer into the fall. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Compact Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’)—Also called Dwarf Winged Euonymus, Dwarf Burning Bush, and sometimes just plain old Burning Bush. A much more compact, slower growing form of the species made popular because of its brilliant red fall color. Height 4-6’, spread 4-5’.

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Pruning Pruning Pruning

Not all shrubs will need regular pruning – if at all – and each plant’s natural growth habit should be considered within the landscape design. (Hedges or topiaries would be an exception and require regular trimming). Shrubs should be pruned to control size, rejuvenate growth, or to remove diseased or damaged branches. As a general rule, spring flowering shrubs should be pruned after flowering. This leaves the rest of the season for next spring’s buds to form. Ex. Forsythia, Mockorange, Lilac & Vanhoutte Spirea. Summer flowering shrubs should be pruned before spring growth begins. (February-April). Flower buds will develop with the current seasons

growth. Ex. Althea, Butterfly Bush, Hypericum,& Dwarf Spirea. Ornamental grasses and perennials should be cleaned up or cut back in early spring. Evergreens/conifers should be pruned sparingly and require a different approach not discussed here.

3 Methods to Pruning 1) Thinning helps to maintain plant health by removing some of the interior twigs or branches of a dense shrub. 2) Heading back helps to increase vigor or control size by pruning terminal growth back to a bud or branch. Branches should not be cut back to a uniform height as this results in a “witches’ broom” effect. 3) Rejuvenation is the most severe form of pruning and should be done on shrubs that are leggy, overgrown, or will benefit from a hard annual pruning by cutting all stems back to the ground or slightly above. This allows for complete regeneration and should be done in early spring before new growth emerges.

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Shrubs BUSHCLOVER

‘Pink Delight’—Fragrant, true pink flowers in panicles 12-15” long. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Purple Emperor’ (‘Pyrkeep’)—Large, mauve-purple blooms on a nice compact plant. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Royal Red’—Rich purple-red flowers on large panicles. Fragrant. Height 5-8’, spread 4-6’. ‘White Ball’—This is a dwarf selection that may just have a place in your landscape. Tight, compact growth and grayish-silver foliage topped with pure white flowers throughout the summer season. A great choice for smaller gardens. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘White Profusion’—Pure white, lightly fragrant flowers produced in mediumsized panicles. Height 5-8’, spread 4-6’.

Thunberg Bushclover

(Lespedeza thunbergii)—A stunning plant, particularly for late season flower color. Produces large clusters of rosy-purple, pea-like flowers late in the summer and into the fall. Actually a semi-woody plant that usually dies back to the ground each winter like a perennial. Cut back to about 6” each spring. Height 3-6’, spread 3-6’. ‘Gibralter’—Deep, rose-purple flowers borne in loose, 2-2 1/2” clusters produced late in the summer, typically August and into September.

BUSH-HONEYSUCKLE

Butterfly Bush-honeysuckle

BUTTONBUSH

(Diervilla sessilifolia ‘Butterfly’)—A Dutch introduction with rich yellow flowers held in upright clusters from May to July. Dark green glossy summer foliage that changes to a wonderful purple in the fall. Very tough plant. Prune back hard each spring for best appearance. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis)—Loose, rounded shrub with creamy-white flowers produced in round heads. Glossy foliage. Great for naturalizing or planting in a wet site. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’.

zNEW!—Cool Splash Bush-honeysuckle (Diervilla sessilifolia ‘LPDC Podaras’)—Outstanding variegated white and green foliage and the same toughness of the species. Does well in shade or sun. A great choice for mass plantings or naturalized plantings. Prune back hard each spring for best appearance. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

‘Sputnik’—Large white flowers that look just like a satellite! This unusuallooking summer bloomer adds a nice touch to the landscape. Nice form with glossy foliage. Great large shrub for borders and is tolerant of both average and moist to wet soils. Height 8-12’, spread 8-12’.

Dwarf Bush-honeysuckle

CAMPYLOTROPIS

(Diervilla lonicera)—Bright bronze-green foliage. Small yellow flowers in the summer. Red fall color. Good plant for dry, sandy soils. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Campylotropis (Campylotropis macrocarpa)—A leguminous shrub introduced from China and North Korea with violet-lavender flowers late in the summer. Fairly uncommon at this time, but definitely worth trying. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

‘Copper’—This form is similar to the species but with bright copper colored new growth. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

BUTTERFLY-BUSH

CHASTETREE

Butterfly-bush

(Vitex agnus-castus)—In the south this plant will develop into a beautiful small tree, heavily adorned with fragrant lilac blooms. However, in our area due to its winter tenderness, it will most likely freeze close to the ground each winter making it grow more like a small perennial flowering shrub, similar to a Butterfly-bush. Plant in protected southern exposures, mulch heavily through the winter. Prune back hard each spring for best appearance. Height 3-6’, spread 3-6’.

(Buddleia davidii)—A fast growing, medium-size shrub with stunning lilaclike flowers through the heat of the summer and on into the fall. Flowers come in a variety of colors. Will grow and bloom best if pruned nearly to the ground each winter. Great for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds as well as adding a lot of summer color to the garden. ‘Adonis Blue’ (‘Adokeep’)—Deep blue flowers of good size and fragrance on a more compact plant. Selection out of a breeding program aimed at producing smaller, more compact plants. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Black Knight’—Very dark violet-purple with large panicles. Our most popular variety. Height 5-8’, spread 4-6’. ‘Harlequin’—Creamy-white, variegated selection with reddish-purple flowers. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’ ‘Miss Ruby’—Bright reddish-pink flowers on a compact plant. Introduced by the JC Raulston Arboretum in North Carolina. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Nanho Blue’ (var. nanhoensis)—A more compact form with slightly fragrant, mauve-blue flowers. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Nanho Purple’ (var. nanhoensis)—Highly fragrant, magenta-purple flowers on a more compact, semi-dwarf shrub. Height 4-5’, spread 4-6’. ‘Peacock’ (‘Peakeep’)—A nice, neat compact plant with pink flowers borne in good-sized clusters. Selected out of a breeding program aimed at producing smaller, more compact plants. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Petite Plum’ (var. nanhoensis ‘Monum’)—Compact form with lightly fragrant, light purple flowers. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Petite Snow’ (‘Monite’)—Highly fragrant, pure white flowers. Height 4-6’, spread 3-5’. zNEW!— ‘Petite Snow White’ (‘Podaras #15’)—A compact, mounding selection. Pure white flowers throughout the season. Height 1-2’, spread 1-2’.

‘Abbeville Blue’—Deep blue flowers from mid to late summer and into the fall. This is a winter tender shrub, so treat it like a perennial and cut back hard each spring to 6-12”. New growth quickly develops in the spring. Mulch well through the winter. Height 3-6’, spread 3-6’.

CHOKEBERRY Autumn Magic Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa ‘Autumn Magic’)—A great selection of Black Chokeberry from the University of British Columbia. White flowers in the spring give way to large clusters of dark purple-black berries that persist throughout the season. Fall color is brilliant, with leaves turning red to purple. Tolerant of a wide range of soils and site conditions. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

Brilliant Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia ‘Brilliantissima’)—A splendid ornamental shrub. White flowers in May followed by long lasting, glossy, bright red berries in fall. Rich crimson fall color. Height 6-8’, spread 5-8’.

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COTONEASTER

Iroquois Beauty Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa ‘Morton’)—This is a beautiful dwarf form with all the same wonderful characteristics as the species. White flowers in the spring, dark green, glossy foliage through the summer and finishing in the fall with abundant clusters of black fruits and wine-red leaves. Looks great in mass plantings. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Cranberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster apiculata)—A small shrub with spreading, arching branches covered with small shiny leaves. Pink blossoms line the branches in the spring, followed by red berries in the fall. The fruits look like little cranberries…you figure out the rest. Height 2-3’, spread 3-5’.

Viking Black Chokeberry

Eichholz Bearberry Cotoneaster

(Aronia melanocarpa ‘Viking’)—An introduction from Europe. Dense habit with dark green glossy leaves that turn brilliant red in the fall. Abundant clusters of white flowers in May followed by large clusters of black fruits in the season. Tolerates wet or dry soils. Height 3-6’, spread 6-8’.

(Cotoneaster dammari ‘Eichholz’)—Bright green leaves take on a gold to orangered winter color that provides a dramatic background for the carmine-red fruit. Excellent fast growing, semi-evergreen groundcover. Height 12-15”, spread 6-8’.

Rock Cotoneaster

CLETHRA

(Cotoneaster horizontalis ‘Perpusillus’)—Low growing, spreading plant. Bright red berries in fall with foliage that holds a good dark green through the summer, turning bronze in the fall. Height 18-24”, spread 3-4’.

Ruby Spice Clethra

(Clethra alnifolia ‘Ruby Spice’)—This pink selection has darker flowers than most, displaying a rich rose color throughout the blooming season. Foliage is a lustrous dark green. Height 4-6’, spread 3-5’.

Spreading Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster divaricatus)—A wonderful, larger growing selection, Dark green glossy summer foliage changes to yellow-red-purple combinations in the fall. Small rose colored flowers in the spring give rise to numerous bright red, 1/3” fruits in the fall. Tough plant! Height 4-6’, spread 6-8’.

September Beauty Clethra (Clethra alnifolia ‘September Beauty’)—A compact selection with blooms a few weeks later than other forms. Lustrous green foliage and snow white flowers. Height 4-6’, spread 3-4’.

Tom Thumb Creeping Cotoneaster

Sixteen Candles Clethra

(Cotoneaster adpressus ‘Tom Thumb’)—A low growing, spreading plant. Glossy dark green leaves with dark red fruit. This is a great little courtyard plant. Height 12-18”, spread 2-3’.

(Clethra alnifolia ‘Sixteen Candles’)—An impressive selection made from a ‘Hummingbird’ seedling. Dense, mounded habit with large upright clusters of small, fragrant, white flowers. Foliage is dark green through the summer and yellow in the fall. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Variegated Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster horizontalis ‘Variegatus’)—Low, spreading form with dainty, glossy green leaves edged in white. Shiny red fruit and orange-red leaves in the fall. Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’.

zNEW!—Sugartina Summersweet Clethra (Clethra alnifolia ‘Crystalina’)—A dwarf, tight, mounded selection. Covered with pure white flowers late in the summer. Dark green summer foliage changes to a wonderful golden yellow in the fall. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

CRAPEMYRTLE

Vanilla Spice Clethra

Common Crapemyrtle

(Clethra alnifolia ‘Caleb’)—Selected for its increased flower size. Each individual bloom is about the size of a dime (roughly double the normal size) and is born on large panicles reaching up to 10-12” long! Flowers are pure white and fragrant. Height 3-6’, spread 3-6’.

(Lagerstroemia indica)—Southern landscapes are filled with this plant, providing colorful flowers from summer into the fall and often growing to small tree size proportions. Unfortunately crapemyrtles are not winter hardy enough in our area to be expected to perform similarly. However they can certainly still be enjoyed in our gardens. Mulch heavily and plan on using them as a cut back shrub much like we do with Butterfly-bush. Early in the spring remove any winter-killed wood and wait for new growth to emerge. One word of advice, be patient. Crapemyrtles will be very late to show any signs of life in the spring, often not producing new growth until late May. Planting on southern exposures will provide more winter protection. Another suggestion, crapemyrtles make a great addition into container gardens for lots of summer color on porches and patios. Height 3-5’ (some plants could get larger with mild winters), spread 3-4’.

CORALBERRY

Hancock Coralberry

(Symphoricarpos x chenault ‘Hancock’)—Low-growing shrub with pink flowers. Small fruits are rose-red. This plant makes a great groundcover for dry, shady areas (like under trees) when planted in masses. Very hardy. Height 2-3’, spread 4-5’.

Indiancurrant Coralberry (Buckbrush)

Tall Forms ( Height 4-8’+) ‘Dynamite’ (‘Whit II’)—Crimson flower buds that open to bright cherryred flowers. ‘Raspberry Sundae’ (‘Whit I’)—Raspberry-red flowers with a white margin. ‘Rhapsody in Pink’ (‘Whit VII’)—Wine-red new growth and soft pink flowers. ‘Siren Red’ (‘Whit VII’)—Dark red flowers. Wine-red new growth.

(Symphoricarpos orbiculatus)—An upright, spreading shrub with slender, arching branches. Attractive coral-red fruits cover the stems in the fall and throughout the winter. A great plant for understory plantings or for naturalizing. A native selection. Very tough! Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Scarlet Pearl Snowberry (Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii ‘Scarlet Pearl’)—Stunning clusters of longlasting, dark pink fruits cover the stems in the fall, weighing them down to create a beautifully arching specimen. Stems can be cut and used in floral arrangements. Extremely tough plant. Grows in full sun to part shade and is very drought tolerant once established. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

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Dwarf Forms (Height 3-5’) ‘Pink Ruffles’—Light pink flowers. ‘Royalty’—Lavender to purple flowers. ‘Snow’—Pure white flowers. ‘Tightwad Red’ (‘Whit V’)—Crimson flower buds that open to light red flowers.

Shrubs zNEW!— ‘Tonto’—Fushia-red flowers in huge panicles.

‘Muskingum’ (‘Muszam’)— A tough plant for just about any site. Small size and spreading habit make it a great choice for mass plantings in tough areas. Beautiful brick-red fall color and luminous white clusters of berries add to the display. Very low maintenance plant. Height 18-24”, spread 3-4’. ‘Snow Lace’ (‘Emerald’)—An introduction from North Dakota State University, selected for superior emerald-green foliage and more compact growth. Clusters of white flowers in the spring followed by white to rosypink berries in the fall. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’.

‘Velma’s Royal Delight’—An introduction from Kansas State University with improved winter hardiness. Deep magenta flowers. Will still freeze to the ground in many winters, but comes back more reliably than other forms. Mulch heavily to provide additional winter protection. Height 3-6’, spread 3-6’. ‘Victor’—Deep, dark red flowers are produced through the summer. Miniature Forms (Shorter than 3’) ‘Pocomoke’—A U.S. National Arboretum introduction with deep rose-pink flowers from mid-summer until frost. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’. ‘Red Filli’—Bright red flowers on a compact, dwarf plant. Bred in Lincoln, NE and reported to be root hardy to 30 degrees below zero. Height 1218”, 12-18”. ‘Violet Filli’—Beautiful violet flowers on a very compact, dwarf plant. Bred in Lincoln, NE and reported hardy to 30 below zero. Height 12-15”, spread 12-15”.

Red Stem Dogwood (Cornus sericea)—This plant is best known for its stunning winter show of brightly colored stems. A fast grower that loves moist sites. Will produce an abundance of small, creamy-white berries that birds really love. We carry several selections, and all perform well if given a little extra water through dry stretches of summer. When you are thinking about adding winter color into your landscape, keep these plants in mind. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’. ‘Ivory Halo’ (C. alba ‘Bailhalo’)—A compact selection of Redstem Dogwood with dramatic green and white variegated foliage and brilliant, blood-red winter stems. The red stem color intensifies in the fall and winter. This is a great plant for adding color into the garden throughout the year. For added effect, plant against a backdrop of evergreens, a fence, or a wall. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’. ‘Isanti’—Dense, slow-growing shrub with bright red bark all winter long. White flowers in late spring and white fruit in late summer. This form will tend to stay fuller and more compact than others. Height 5-6’, spread 4-5’. ‘Silver and Gold’—Okay, now this really gets confusing. This is actually a redstem Dogwood with yellow stems! You don’t need to understand it, just enjoy it. As an added bonus, foliage is variegated for an added show all through the growing season. Golden stems absolutely glow throughout the winter months. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’.

CURRANT Clove Currant (Ribes odoratum)—A native shrub that produces small clusters of smooth, shiny, blue-black fruits that can be used for jams, jellies and pies or just left for wildlife. Highly fragrant, golden-yellow flowers will fill the yard with scent of cloves early in the spring. Suckering habit. Height 6-8’, spread 6-10’.

DAPHNE Carol Mackie Daphne (Daphne x burkwoodii ‘Carol Mackie’)—A beautiful selection with dramatic green and white variegated foliage and light pink, highly fragrant flowers. Needs moist but well-drained soil and light shade. Can be difficult to establish. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

ELDERBERRY American Elderberry

DEUTZIA

(Sambucus canadensis)—A neat, tough, native shrub great for wildlife and the garden. This plant is best known for its prized fruits, often used for jellies, pies, juice and wine but don’t forget, the birds love them too! Large clusters of white flowers in early summer. Great for naturalizing. If you are growing them for their fruits, prune sparingly. For best appearance for landscape use, prune hard each spring.

Chardonnay Pearls Deutzia

(Deutzia gracillis ‘Duncan’)—New growth is a rich chartreuse, fading to limegreen through the heat of the summer. Pearl-like buds open to fragrant white flowers in the spring. Eye-catching effect! Needs to be planted in light shade. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

Nikko Slender Deutzia

‘Adams’—Selected for its abundant fruit production and grown commercially. Great for jams, pies, wine or just for attracting birds. Large 6-10” wide clusters of white flowers give rise to sweet, purple-black fruits. Plant with another variety such as ‘York’ for best production. Height 6-10’, spread 8-12’. ‘Cutleaf ’ (‘Acutiloba’ or ‘Laciniata’)—A neat selection grown mostly for landscape use, but still could be utilized for its fruits. Finely cut foliage has an appearance similar to a Cutleaf Japanese Maple. Very ferny, fine textured foliage that makes a nice contrast in the garden. Height 6-10’, spread 8-10’. ‘York’—A commercially grown form known for producing larger fruits than most other selections. Great for jams, pies, wine or just for attracting birds. Large 6-10” wide clusters of white flowers give rise to sweet, purple-black fruits. Plant with another variety such as ‘Adams’ for best production. Height 8-12’, spread 8-12’.

(Deutzia gracillis ‘Nikko’)—Shorter and more compact than the species. Good white flowers early in the spring. Looks stunning in mass plantings. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’.

Slender Deutzia (Deutzia gracillis)—Dwarf plant with dull green foliage. Small pure white flowers in May. Plant in full sun to light shade. Height 3’, spread 3-4’.

DOGWOOD Gray Dogwood (Cornus racemosa)—This is a very durable species that will grow almost anywhere, from sun to shade and from wet to dry. White spring flowers, attractive late season fruits, dramatic fall color and even an interesting winter silhouette. A great plant for naturalistic plantings as well as regular landscape use. Size varies considerably by selection.

European Elderberry

(Sambucus nigra)—This is the European cousin to the American Elder. It is grown primarily for its foliage effect, although flowers and fruit are attractive as well. For best appearance use as a cutback shrub by pruning to the ground each spring. This will keep the plant smaller and more compact and produce more dramatic foliage.

‘Huron’ (‘Hurzam’)— A smaller, more rounded selection. Extremely adaptable plant that will do well in almost any location. Creamy-white flowers in the spring followed by burgundy fall foliage and clusters of white berries. Tough plant! Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

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Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick

‘Black Lace’ (‘Eva’)—Deeply cut, dark blood-red foliage has the appearance of a Cutleaf Japanese Maple. Actually might be a good substitute for that plant in hotter, dryer sites…then again, maybe not. Height 6-8’, spread 8-10’.

(Corylus avellana ‘Contorta’)—An unusual, striking selection of European Filbert with bizarrely curled and twisted branches. The winter effect is absolutely outstanding! Dark green leaves also are somewhat twisted. Rarely sets fruit. Named for an early 1900’s Scottish comedian whose trademark was a crooked walking stick. Height 6-9’, spread 6-10’.

EUONYMUS

Manhattan Euonymus

(Euonymus kiautschovicus ‘Manhattan’)—Medium to large leaf variety of Spreading Euonymus that supposedly was discovered in Manhattan, Kansas. Has very deep green, glossy foliage that is more resistant to winter leaf burn. Can easily be sheared to make hedges. This is very attractive shrub that adds a nice richness to a landscape. Height 4-6’, spread 5-6’.

FORSYTHIA Gold Cluster Forsythia (Forsythia x ‘Courtaneur’)— A more medium-sized selection, ideal for smaller yards. Abundant light yellow flowers in the spring brighten up the landscape. Burgundy fall color. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

Winterberry Euonymus (Euonymus bungeana)—A large shrub or small multi-stemmed tree depending on how you want to grow it. Light green foliage through the summer changing to yellowish-bronze in the fall. The real show starts in the fall when small fruit capsules take on a beautiful pinkish color, eventually opening to reveal bright orange fruits very reminiscent of bittersweet.

Gold Tide Forsythia (Forsythia x intermedia ‘Courtasol’)—This is a groundcover type Forsythia introduced from France. Very compact, ground hugging habit. Lemon-yellow flowers in the spring. Moss-green summer foliage. Looks impressive in mass plantings. Height 11/2-21/2’, spread 3-4’.

‘Prairie Radiance’ (‘Verona’)—An impressive North Dakota State University introduction made for superior winter hardiness and excellent fruit display. Fruit capsules change to a pink color late in the summer and by early fall they split open to reveal bright red fruits. Makes a great small tree. Height 10-20’, spread 10-20’.

Kumson Forsythia (Forsythia viridissima var. koreana ‘Kumson’)—An interesting selection with unusually variegated foliage. Leaves are dark green and accented with an attractive network of silvery colored veins. Bright yellow flowers in the spring and a wonderfully graceful arching habit, typical of most Forsythia. Height 4-6’, spread 6-8’.

Wintercreeper Euonymus (Euonymus fortunei)—This is a variable species with selections having just about any foliage color you could imagine. All are broadleaf evergreens, meaning they keep their foliage through the winter. Many will take on a burgundy to purple foliage color in the winter. They will do well in full sun and in considerable shade.

Lynwood Gold Forsythia (Forsythia x intermedia ‘Lynwood Gold’)—A heavy flowering form introduced from Ireland in 1935. It has been a staple here in America ever since. Erect branches are loaded with bright yellow flowers early in the spring. Deep green foliage. Height 6-8’, spread 8-10’.

‘Canadale Gold’—Large, bright yellow and green variegated leaves. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Purpleleaf ’ (var. coloratus)—This low-growing, wide-spreading form is commonly used as a groundcover. Foliage is dark green through the growing season, changing to plum-purple for the winter. Very tolerant of both sunny and shady exposures. Height 12-18”. ‘Emerald ‘n Gold’—Emerald green foliage with a vibrant gold edge. One of the most popular forms we carry. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’. ‘Gaiety’ (‘Emerald Gaiety’)—Dense plant with emerald-green leaves edged with creamy-white. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’. ‘Moonshadow’—Dense, compact form with wavy, light yellow leaves, edged with thin green margins. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’.

Magical Gold Forsythia (Forsythia x intermedia ‘KolGold’)—An introduction from Germany with a smaller growth habit and an intense floral display of bright, golden-yellow flowers early in the spring. A real show stopper when in full bloom. Stems can be cut late in the winter and forced inside for an early sign of spring. Height 4-5’, spread 4-6’.

Spring Glory Forsythia (Forsythia x intermedia ‘Spring Glory’)—A heavy blooming selection with large, 11/2” wide, sulfur yellow flowers. Introduced into the trade in 1942 by Wayside Gardens. Height 6-8’, spread 8-10’.

FALSESPIREA

Sunrise Forsythia (Forsythia ovata ‘Sunrise’)—An Iowa State University introduction showing exceptional winter hardiness, intense flowering and a more compact growth habit. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

Ashleaf Falsespirea (Sorbaria sorbifolia)—Outstanding, large white flowers in June. Suckers to form colonies over time. Useful for borders, mass plantings, and bank covers. Height 6-8’, spread 5-10’.

FOTHERGILLA

‘Sem’—This is a more dwarf variety with the added plus of having more colorful foliage as well. Leaves emerge reddish-bronze, changing to chartreuse as the season develops. Bears abundant white flowers during the summer. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii)—Beautiful blue-green leathery leaves. Flowers are borne early in the spring, are white and fragrant. Fall color is a stunning combination of red, orange, and yellow. A beautiful and unique plant. Plant in light shade and water through dry weather. Height 3-5’, spread 3-4’.

FILBERT (Hazelnut) American Filbert

Large Fothergilla

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(Fothergilla major)—A medium-sized shrub that produces bottlebush-like, honey scented, white flowers early in the spring. Fall color is a wonderful combination of reds, oranges, and yellows. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’.

Shrubs ‘Blue Prince’—The male companion to go with ‘Blue Princess’. Dark, bluegreen foliage. One of the hardiest forms around. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘Blue Princess’—Dark blue-green foliage and stems with an abundant production of bright red fruits. One of our most popular forms. Use ‘Blue Prince’ as a male pollinator. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘Castle Spire’ (‘Heckenfee’)—A compact, pyramidal form with beautiful, lustrous, dark green leaves and bright red berries. Use as a foundation plant or as an accent. Use ‘Castle Wall’ as a similar looking male pollinator. Height 5-10’, spread 3-4’. ‘Castle Wall’ (‘Heckenstar’)—A broadly columnar to pyramidal selection with wonderful dark green foliage. Use as a foundation plant or an accent. A male selection, useful as a pollinator for ‘Castle Spire’ if a similar look is desired. Height 5-10’, spread 3-4’. ‘China Boy’ (‘Mesdob’) —Excellent cold hardiness. Bright green foliage color. Male companion to go with ‘China Girl’. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘China Girl’ (‘Mesog’) —Lustrous, bright green foliage. More heat tolerant than other selections. Abundant bright red fruit. Use ‘China Boy’ as a male pollinator. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Little Rascal’—A compact, dwarf sport of ‘Blue Boy’ Holly. Lustrous, dark green foliage turns a rich, deep purple in the winter. Leaves are smaller and growth is much tighter. Great choice for tight areas. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘Red Beauty’ (‘Rutzan’)—This dramatic selection that combines Meserve Holly (I. x meserve) and Perny Holly (I. pernyi) to create a fantastic landscape plant. A narrow, conical form with dark glossy foliage and bright red fruits. Use ‘Blue Prince’ as a pollinator. Height 5-8’, spread 3-4’.

‘Blue Shadow’—A blue-leafed sport of ‘Mt. Airy’ with all of the same wonderful ornamental qualities of its parent plant. White, bottlebrushlike flowers in the spring and rich red, orange and yellow foliage in the fall. Likes moist, well-drained soil and light shade. Height 4-6’, spread 3-5’. ‘Mt. Airy’—An excellent dwarf selection with superior dark green foliage, consistent yellow-orange-red fall color, exceptional flowers, and increased vigor. Height 4-6’, spread 3-5’.

HOLLY Although most people don’t realize it, Hollies come in a wide variety of shape and sizes. Some Hollies have evergreen foliage while some are deciduous. Some produce red fruits while others bear fruits that are black. Some have the foliage that we all tend to think of at Christmas time while others have small, rounded leaves like a boxwood. And the one that really gets people confused, some are male and some female. That is important to keep in mind because if fruit production is what you are after, only the female forms have the ability to produce fruits, but only if there is an appropriate male form to serve as a pollinator. With so much diversity, there really is a holly for almost every planting situation.

Inkberry (Ilex glabra)—One of the toughest evergreen Hollies for our part of the country! Dark green, lustrous leaves adorn the plant through the summer and the winter. Will grow in both sun and shade and is very tolerant of most soil conditions, including damp sites. Prune heavily in early spring to maintain a full, dense bush. ‘Nordic’ (‘Chamzin’)—Selected for its compact habit and cold hardiness, this form makes a great accent, foundation, or hedge plant. A male selection. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Shamrock’—A slower growing, more compact form. Leaves are dark green throughout the year. Very tolerant of heavy pruning. Supposedly a male selection, but we have frequently seen fruit on them here so evidentially it doesn’t read the same books we do. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)—These Hollies lose all of their leaves in the winter, but retain large quantities of brightly colored, pea-sized, red to orange fruits that literally cover the stems through the winter. As well as being highly ornamental, the fruits are much sought after by birds as a winter food source. Plants are much hardier than evergreen types of Hollies and can be planted in full sun to light shade. Very tolerant of heavy soils. As with other Hollies, both male and female plants must be present for fruit production. Size varies with selection.

Japanese Holly (Ilex crenate)—A small-leaved holly with an appearance very similar to boxwood. Female forms produce small black fruits borne under the foliage. Very tolerant of trimming and shearing. Plant in protected locations for best success. Height and spread vary with selection.

‘Berry Nice’ (‘Spriber’)—The vivid, bright red fruit display on this form will have your neighbors green (or red!) with envy! It’s hard to miss seeing this plant the fruit is so bright and heavily set. Pollinated by ‘Jim Dandy’. Height 6-8’, spread 4-5’. ‘Jim Dandy’—A male selection also called ‘Dwarf Male’. A strong pollinator used with early blooming female forms. Use as a pollinator for ‘Berry Heavy’, ‘Berry Nice’, and ‘Red Sprite’. Height 4-6’, spread 4-5’. ‘Red Sprite’—Most dwarf of any, with the largest fruit of all. Bright red fruits are 1/2” and stay on the plant for months. Pollinated by ‘Jim Dandy’. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Southern Gentleman’––A male selection that is used for later blooming female forms. Use as a pollinator for ‘Winter Red’ and ‘Sparkleberry’. Height 6-8’, spread 4-6’. ‘Winter Red’—An outstanding selection! Dark green foliage and intense red fruit that holds its color longer than any other, often until spring. Pollinated by ‘Southern Gentleman’. Height 6-8’, spread 4-5’.

‘Glory’—A small, compact, globe form with shiny, dark green leaves. Shows exceptional winter hardiness, greater than most other selections. Height 4-5’, spread 4-6’. ‘Sky Pencil’—A tall, narrow selection introduced by the U.S. National Arboretum. Dark green, glossy foliage and a very strict upright habit. Use as a dramatic accent or as a sculptural element for the garden. Height 6-8’, spread 2-3’.

Meserve Holly Hybrids (Ilex x meserve)—This group of hybrids are made up of forms that were selected for their increased winter hardiness as well as other desirable ornamental characteristics. Foliage has the traditional scalloped edge shape and fruits are a shiny deep red. Plant in shade to partial shade. Size and shape will vary by selection.

HONEYSUCKLE

‘Berri-Magic China’ (‘Mesdob’ & ‘Mesog’)—There is really nothing magic about it, and here is the secret. Each pot has a ‘China Boy’ and a ‘China Girl’ Holly planted in it so you can get berry production without having to find room to plant another bush. It’s as easy as that! Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Berri-Magic Royalty’—Use this selection when you only have room for one plant. Each pot contains both a ‘Blue Prince’ and a ‘Blue Princess’ Holly, satisfying the plant’s pollination needs while still producing fruit. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

Arnold Red Honeysuckle

(Lonicera tatarica ‘Arnold Red’)—One of the darkest red-flowering forms available, made popular because of its resistance to the Russian aphid. This fast growing plant is tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. Brilliant

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Why don’t my Hollies produce berries?! Hollies produce male and female flowers on separate plants. The female flowers develop into the colorful fruits; the male flowers pollinate the female flowers making the fruit production possible. Plant female forms if you want showy fruits but remember to plant at least one appropriate male form nearby to act as a pollinator.

Evergreen Hollies Female Selection Male Pollinator ‘Blue Princess’ ‘Blue Prince’ ‘Castle Spire’ ‘Castle Wall’ ‘China Girl’ ‘China Boy’ ‘Red Beauty’ ‘Blue Prince’ Deciduous Hollies ‘Berry Nice’ ‘Red Sprite’ ‘Winter Red’

‘Jim Dandy’ ‘Jim Dandy’ ‘Southern Gentleman’

display of 1/4” diameter red fruit in the summer. A popular choice for both large hedges and screen plantings. Height 6-10’, spread 8-10’.

Fragrant Honeysuckle (Lonicera fragrantissima)—Also known as Winter Honeysuckle because of the early nature of its flowers. This long time favorite has extremely fragrant, creamy-white flowers in March to April. The sweet lemony scent of this plant in bloom is a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Fantastic! Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’. zNEW!—Honey Rose Honeysuckle —(Lonicera korolkowii ‘Honey Rose’)—A more aphid-resistant selection from the University of Minnesota. Compact growth and deep rose-red flowers in the spring. Bright red fruits follow. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’.

HYDRANGEA

Bigleaf Hydrangea

(Hydrangea macrophylla)—An old-fashioned favorite, much sought after because of their unique rich blue flowers, Bigleaf Hydrangea can add a new dimension to your garden. Large clusters of flowers adorn the plant in JuneJuly. Bold, lustrous, dark green foliage provides an excellent garden texture throughout the growing season. Flowers come in two forms, large snowball types and delicate lacecaps. Flowers range from pink to blue depending on soil conditions. In more alkaline soils, flowers will be more pink while it takes acidic soils and aluminum to produce the famous blue flowers. You will need to amend your soil with the appropriate product to produce the desired results. Plant in a protected, shaded site and mulch heavily in winter to protect flower buds. Height 3-5’, spread 3-4’.

‘Light-O-Day’—A beautiful variegated form that is reported to have more reliable blooms. Flowers are blue to pink lacecaps, but the plant is worth growing for the foliage effect alone. Flowers will be blue in acidic soils, pink in alkaline soils. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Mini Penny’—This more compact version of ‘Penny Mac’ has also been called ‘Half-a-Penny’. A heavy bloomer with reliable flowers and repeat blooming tendencies. Flowers are pink in alkaline soils or blue in acidic soils with sufficient aluminum. Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’. ‘Penny Mac’—This selection has the ability to produce flowers off of both old and new wood allowing for both spring blooms and then repeat flowers through the summer and into the fall. Flowers are pink in alkaline soils or blue in acidic soils with sufficient aluminum. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Twist-N-Shout’ (‘PIIHM-I’)—A cross between ‘Penny Mac’ and ‘Lady in Red’ that combines the best of both parents. This reblooming lacecap has pink to periwinkle-blue flowers on both old and new wood. Blooms are pink in alkaline soils or blue in acidic soils with sufficient aluminum. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia)—Foliage, flowers and fall color all combine on this shrub to provide a fantastic display in the garden. Large, leathery, dark green, oak-shaped leaves develop spectacular fall colors ranging from wine-red to purple to deep, rich burgundy. Blooms go through a wonderful color transformation from white to purplish-pink to creamybronze. Height 5-8’, spread 6-8’. ‘Alice’––Extremely large (10-14”) white blooms age to a deep rosy-pink. Dark green foliage becomes a beautiful burgundy-red in the fall. Very vigorous, hardy selection. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’. ‘Little Honey’—This form was discovered as a branch sport off of ‘Pee Wee’. Foliage emerges golden-yellow then changes to chartreuse as the season progresses. White flowers and bright red fall color. This is also a small, compact selection. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Pee Wee’—A great little Oakleaf Hydrangea! This remarkable selection has 4-5” long white floral clusters in early to mid summer and fantastic winered fall color. An excellent form for the small garden or where space is limited. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘Sikes Dwarf’––All the fantastic attributes of Oakleaf Hydrangea but in a smaller package! Showy white flowers late in the spring, attractive summer foliage and impressive red-purple fall color. Great for smaller yards. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’. ‘Snow Queen’ (‘Flemygeal’)––A more sun tolerant selection that develops a deep red-bronze fall color. Larger, fuller flowers are held more upright. A more compact grower. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Snowflake’––A double flowering selection with very large blooms, up to 12 to 15” long. Brilliant crimson fall color. Best in light shade. A beautiful selection. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’. ‘Vaughn’s Lillie’—This chance seedling has enormous flowers, larger than any other Oakleaf Hydrangea selection we have ever seen, all on a dwarf, compact plant. Wonderful white flowers with dark green summer foliage changing to deep crimson in the fall. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata)—An excellent shrub for late summer color in the garden, and unfortunately often overlooked as a valuable landscape addition. Produces extremely large panicles of white flowers late in the summer that often progress through a wonderful color change into fall. Unlike most other hydrangeas, this species actually does best in full sun, but will tolerate some light shade and still bloom respectably. For best appearances though, water through dry stretches of weather. Can be heavily pruned to control size in the spring without interrupting flower production. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’.

‘Endless Summer’ (‘Bailmer’)––This remarkable selection blooms on both old and new wood, providing the potential for color until the end of the season. Remove old flowers to help stimulate new growth and more ‘Kyushu’—A vigorous, upright growing selection with numerous floral blooms. Flowers are pink in alkaline soils or blue in acidic soils with clusters of pure white. Bright green summer foliage. Trained here into a sufficient aluminum. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. tree-like form, perfect for use in courtyard and patio plantings. 30 www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Shrubs ‘Limelight’— An interesting introduction with bright lime-green flowers. Actually a lot more attractive than it sounds, this selection could be used to add some interesting color to the late summer landscape. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’. ‘Little Lamb’—A compact selection with smaller, more delicate appearing flowers. Still outstanding in bloom and destined to become one of the best. zNEW!— ‘Little Lime’ (‘Jane’)—A smaller version of the popular ‘Limelight’ with the same great bright lime-green flowers as its namesake. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Pinky Winky’ (‘DVPpinky’)—A fun name for a fun plant. A seedling selection of ‘Pink Diamond’ that produces larger flowers on stouter stems. Similar to its parent, its flowers have the ability to age to pink after a long display of pure white. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’. ‘Quick Fire’ (‘Bulk’)—This much earlier flowering selection is reported to often bloom more than a month before other varieties. White flowers emerge in the spring and tend to age to a rich deep pink, all before other selections have started to bloom. ‘Tardiva’––Snowy white flowers appear later in the season than other Panicle Hydrangeas, often extending the floral display into October. The blooms go through a wonderful progression of color from snowy white to shell pink to a deep rich pink. zNEW!— ‘Tickled Pink’ (‘HYPMAD II’)—Huge flowers on a very hardy plant. Selected by well-known horticulturist Michael Dirr of the University of Georgia. Height 4-8’, spread 4-8’. zNEW!— ‘Vanilla Strawberry’ (‘Renhy’)—Enormous flowers! Blooms start off pure white and then if things go right, they age to pink and finally to strawberry-red. Height 6-8’, spread 4-6’. zNEW!—‘White Diamonds’ (‘HYPMADI’)—A more compact selection, perfect for smaller gardens. Pure white panicles typical of other selections and dark green, leathery foliage. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Ames’––A very tough, carefree selection that forms a perfect, dense mound of blue-green foliage. Covered in masses of large, bright yellow flowers in mid-summer. An introduction from Iowa State University with increased winter hardiness. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Sunburst Hypericum (Hypericum frondosum ‘Sunburst’)—Small rounded shrub with bluish-green leaves. Bright yellow flowers that appear to be a miniature sunburst cover the plant during the summer. Great plant for hot, sunny areas. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Tutsan (Hypericum androsaemum)—A truly unusual Hypericum! The foliage is the largest of all the selections we offer, the flowers are bright yellow, and instead of a hard dry brown seed capsule they produce a red to purple-black, soft fleshy berry-like capsule. Will tend to be a die-back shrub in our area and should be treated as such. Cut back to a few inches tall to start each spring and then stand back and enjoy. ‘Albury Purple’––Low mounding shrub with rich velvety-purple leaves. Light yellow flowers in mid summer. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

INDIGO Rose Carpet Indigo (Indigofera pseudotinctoria ‘Rose Carpet’)—A low-spreading, groundcover plant that forms a rug of vegetation with blooms from late June until frost. Flowers are a rich rose-pink and borne in small 1-2” spikes. Top growth can be removed each spring like on a Butterflybush if any winter dieback occurs. Height 6-12”, spread 12-18”.

KERRIA

Smooth Hydrangea

Double Flowering Japanese Kerria

(Hydrangea arborescens)—One of the easiest to grow species. Reliably produces masses of large white flowers every spring. Provide afternoon shade and water through dry weather. Very easy to grow. Height 3-5’, spread 4-5’.

(Kerria japonica ‘Pleniflora’)—Dense shrub covered with globe-shaped, goldenyellow flowers in May. Bright green twigs are attractive in winter. Does best in shade. Height 6-8’, spread 6-10’.

‘Annabelle’—This popular, old variety is the dominant form found in cultivation. Produces large, white, rounded clusters of flowers in JuneJuly that can reach up to a foot across. A heavy bloomer that does great in shady places. zNEW!— ‘Bella Anna’ (‘PIIHA-1’)—All of the same great qualities of ‘Annabelle’ but with one major difference... pink flowers! Height 3-5’, spread 4-5’. zNEW!—‘Incrediball’ (‘Abetwo’)—Introduced as a new and improved ‘Annabelle’. It came out of a breeding program where the goal was stronger stems. They got that…and larger blooms too! Height 3-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘Invincibelle Spirit’—This is a first of its kind! All of the same great qualities of ‘Annabelle’ but with one major difference...pink flowers! Better yet, $1.00 for each ‘Invincibelle Spirit’ sold across the country is being donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation to help find a cure for breast cancer. A great plant and a great cause. Height 3-5’, spread 4-5’.

Golden Guinea Japanese Kerria (Kerria japonica ‘Golden Guinea’)—An improved selection with flowers larger than the species (up to 1 3/4-2” in diameter) that are borne freely over a long period of time. Wonderful, rich green foliage and stem color. Height 4-5’, spread 4-6’.

Honshu Japanese Kerria (Kerria japonica ‘Honshu’)—Large, bright yellow flowers in the spring, repeating lightly during the summer. Selected for larger flower size and increased stem hardiness. Height 4-5’, spread 4-6’.

Variegated Japanese Kerria (Kerria japonica ‘Picta’)—A great plant for adding a little color to a shaded corner of the yard. Not only does this selection have attractive single yellow flowers but the leaves also add to the show by adding with creamy-white edged variegated foliage. Winter stems retain a bright green color. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’.

HYPERICUM (St. Johnswort)

LEPTODERMIS

Blue Velvet Hypericum (Hypericum x ‘Cfflpc-1’ )—A hybrid Kalm Hypericum with foliage that is much bluer than the species. Loaded with a spectacular display of bright yellow flowers mid-season. Very tolerant of hot, dry, sunny locations. Super tough! Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Chinese Leptodermis (Leptodermis oblonga)—This little known shrub is a real blooming machine! Produces small violet-purple, lilac-like blooms from late spring until frost. On top of that, they are even fragrant! Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

Kalm Hypericum (Hypericum kalmianum)—Bright yellow flowers and green to blue-green foliage. Very tolerant of hot dry exposures. Profuse bloomer in mid-summer. Height

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LILAC

‘Pocahontas’—A very popular selection with deep maroon-purple buds that open to deep violet, fragrant, single flowers. Exceptionally hardy and vigorous. Height 10-12’, spread 10-12’.

easy to grow. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Miss Kim’ (S. patula ‘Miss Kim’)––Purple buds that open to fragrant bluepurple flowers slightly later than ‘Dwarf Korean’. Compact habit and small size makes it a great landscape plant. Easy to grow. Height 5-7’, spread 4-6’. ‘Red Pixie’ (S. pubescens subsp. julianae ‘Red Pixie’)––This selection was selected from seeds collected from a Julian Lilac that appears to have crossed with a Meyer Lilac (S. meyeri). Slightly taller than wide with rubyred flowers that gradually fade to pink. A beautiful plant with a nice dwarf habit. Height 4-6’, spread 4-5’.

Common Lilac

Fairytale Series Hybrid Lilac

(Syringa vulgaris)—The old-fashioned purple lilac that everybody knows and loves. Single lilac flowers in large panicles. Very fragrant blooms also work out nicely as a cut flower. An easy to grow shrub that has been a favorite for years. Numerous hybrids have been introduced that give us both single and double flowering forms in just about any color imaginable. Plant them in full sun and well drained soil. Height 8-12’, spread 8-10’.

(Syringa hybrids)—This exciting group of lilacs was introduced by Bailey Nurseries of St. Paul, Minnesota. Bred to have a compact, dwarf habit similar to the Dwarf Korean Lilac, but with flower colors not previously available. Introductions have been wonderful additions to the garden palette. Full sun and well-drained soil are a must.

Canada Hybrids (Syringa x hyacinthiflora)—Developed in Canada, these vigorous lilacs are exceptionally hardy. Dark green, disease resistant foliage turns reddish-purple in the fall. Very fragrant flower clusters are produced in abundance early in the spring. Height 10-12’, spread 10-12’.

‘Prince Charming’ (‘Bailming’)—Deep wine-red flower buds open to lavender-pink blossoms with a wonderful fragrance. Offered here grafted on a short trunk to create a beautiful, small flowering tree. Height 5-6’ (from the graft), spread 4-6’. ‘Tinkerbelle’ (‘Bailbelle’)— A hybrid resulting from crossing Dwarf Korean Lilac with Littleleaf Lilac and is offered here grafted onto a short trunk for a more dramatic effect. The compact top has a stunning display of fragrant pink flowers in the spring. Height 5-6’ (from the graft), spread 4-5’.

‘Beauty of Moscow’ (‘Krasavitsa Moskvy’)—A vigorous selection with an abundant production of beautiful, double, pale pink flowers. Blooms are actually pink in bud, fading to white as they open and age. Height 10-12’, spread 6-8’ ‘Charles Joly’—Double, magenta flowers. One of the earlier French hybrids but still one of the favorites. ‘Monge’—An outstanding, very popular French hybrid selection. Brilliant display of single, reddish-purple flowers. Long stems make this a good cut flower. Height 10-12’, spread 8-12’. ‘Common Purple’—An old-fashioned favorite! Extremely fragrant, single, lilac-purple flowers are a wonderful addition to the garden. Also great as a cut flower. Extremely tough and durable. Height 8-12’, spread 8-12’. ‘Prairie Petite’—One of the smallest selections making it perfect for today’s landscapes. Light pink flowers fade to lavender. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Sensation’—An outstanding selection with individual flowers that are purple with a pure white border. One of the best. Height 8-10’, 8-12’. ‘White’ (var. alba)—Just like the Common Purple Lilac but with pure white flowers. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

Laceleaf Lilac (Syringa laciniata)—The lacy, finely cut foliage of this species forms a dense, rounded shrub that is not only quite striking, but also very useful to create textural contrast in the landscape. Pale lilac flowers are extremely fragrant. A very tough, trouble free selection. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’.

Persian Lilac (Syringa x persica)—A heavy blooming, faster growing species that bears an abundance of fragrant, pale lilac flowers about mid-May. Blooms at an early age. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

Preston Hybrids

Dwarf Lilac

(Syringa x prestoniae)—A later flowering lilac that exhibits excellent vigor and hardiness. Very prolific, large panicles of flowers. These are wonderful selections to extend the lilac blooming season further into the spring.

(Syringa meyeri, S. patula, S. microphylla and S. julinanae)—This is actually a collection of three closely related species. All produce attractive, dark green, glossy foliage that has a unique, undulating habit making for an attractive shrub even out of bloom. Spring flowers are spectacular and typically very fragrant. Height and spread will vary with selection.

‘Donald Wyman’––Single, deep reddish-pink flowers. Considered by many to be the best of the Preston Hybrids. Height 8-10’, spread 4-10’.

MAHONIA (Oregon Grapeholly)

‘Bloomerang’ (‘Penda’)—This hybrid of ‘Josee’ shares its reblooming tendency, providing the heaviest display in the spring, and reblooming again from mid-summer until fall. Compact growth habit and dwarf size. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘Dwarf Korean’ (S. meyeri ‘Palibin’)––One of the best! an excellent shrub for the landscape due to its smaller size and compact habit. Produces an awesome display of pinkish-lilac to lavender color flowers in the spring. Extremely fragrant! Excellent mildew and borer resistance. Hardy and easy to grow. Height 4-5’, spread 5-6’. ‘George Eastman’ (S. pubescens subsp. julinanae ‘George Eastman’)—This handy dwarf plant is a chance seedling discovered in Durand-Eastman Park in Rochester, NY in the early 1970’s. Wine-red buds open to cherry-pink flowers. Magnificent in bloom! Height 4-6’, spread 4-5’. ‘Josee’ (S. x ‘Josee’)––A unique dwarf lilac hybrid with an attractive spring display of lavender-pink flowers, reminiscent of Meyer Lilac (S. meyeri), one of its parents, but with a reblooming tendency, especially in the fall, which is more typical of Littleleaf Lilac, another one of its parents. Very tough and

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Compact Mahonia

(Mahonia aquifolium ‘Compacta’)—Compact dwarf form of the Common Mahonia. Bright yellow flowers in the spring and grape-like clusters of fruits developing through the summer. Leaves turn purplish-red in the fall and remain on the plant through the winter. A great choice for adding year-round color into the landscape. Plant in well-drained soil. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. A 2005 Pride of Kansas Selection.

Common Mahonia (Mahonia aquifolium)—Bright yellow flowers on a glossy evergreen shrub. New foliage is reddish-bronze changing to lustrous dark green for the summer season. Winter color is a deep purplish-bronze. Height 3-6’, spread 3-5’.

Orangee Flame Mahonia (Mahonia aquifolium ‘Orangee Flame’)—A more colorful form with new growth of bronzy-orange changing to glossy-green for the growing season and finally turning wine-red for the fall and winter. Grape-like clusters of blueblack fruits in the summer. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

Shrubs mulch heavily and expect that some years will be better than others. Prune out deadwood in the spring and allow new growth from the base to fill the plant back in through the growing season. Size will vary by selection.

Fire Power Nandina (Nandina domestica var. nana ‘Fire Power’)—Dense, mounding, more vigorous growing form with lacy leaves and spectacular red fall foliage color that carries into the winter. This is a dwarf form. Height 12-18”, spread 18-24”.

Sienna Sunrise Nandina (Nandina domestica ‘Monfar’)—Intense, fiery-red new growth in the spring that changes to lush green through the summer. Red color returns to the foliage in the fall and remains through the winter. Winter hardiness can be an issue so plant only in very protected locations. Height 3-4’, spread 2-3’.

NEW JERSEY TEA Marie Simon New Jersey Tea (Ceanothus x pallidus ‘Marie Simon’)—An interesting, small flowering shrub with attractive, fluffy, soft pink flower heads borne out at the end of the branches. Blooms in late spring. Plant in well-drained soils in full sun to light shade. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

NINEBARK

Center Glow Ninebark

(Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Center Glow’)—This plant is the result of a cross between ‘Diablo’ and ‘Dart’s Gold’. New growth emerges golden in color, quickly changing to a deep burgundy for the rest of the season. The new golden growth contrasting against the more mature burgundy foliage is quite stunning. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

Diablo Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Monlo’)—This stunning selection of Common Ninebark has brilliant reddish-purple spring foliage similar to the purple-leafed plums. Clusters of white flowers in the spring add to the show. Plant in full sun. Renew by pruning to the ground in the spring if needed. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’. zNEW!—Little Devil Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Donna May’)—A great little plant in a great little package! This more compact, dwarf form still comes with wonderful deep burgundy foliage and contrasting white-pink flowers late in the spring. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

MOCKORANGE

Blizzard Mockorange

(Philadelphus lewisii ‘Blizzard’)—Single, white, incredibly fragrant flowers on a dense, upright plant. This selection is prized for its hardiness and was in fact selected from seedling population collected in Canada. Now that is cold hardy! Height 4-5’, spread 3-4’.

Summer Wine Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolis ‘Seward’)—An impressive selection with wonderful, dark crimson-red leaves and a neat, compact habit. White to pinkish white flowers in the spring really stand out against the dark foliage. Use this plant to add a splash of color in the landscape. Height 4-6’, spread 5-6’.

Miniature Snowflake Mockorange (Philadelphus x ‘Miniature Snowflake’)—Double, fragrant flowers. Compact, dwarf shrub. Heavy bloomer. Originally selected as a branch sport of ‘Minnesota Snowflake’ by a nursery in Minnesota. Height 3-4’, spread 2-3’.

PEARLBUSH

Minnesota Snowflake Mockorange

The Bride Pearlbush

(Philadelphus x virginalis ‘Minnesota Snowflake’)—Double, white, fragrant flowers that reach up to 2” across. Extremely hardy. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’.

(Exochorda x macrantha ‘The Bride’)—A wonderful, compact selection, suitable to most gardens. Produces an abundance of 3-4” long, 6-10 flowered racemes. Individual flowers are bright white and reach 1 1/4” in diameter. Height 3-4’, spread 4-6’.

Natchez Mockorange (Philadelphus x ‘Natchez’)—One of our favorites! Slightly fragrant, 1 1/2” diameter, pure white, single flowers cover the plant in the spring. Absolutely stunning in bloom. Height 8-10’, spread 6-8’.

PEASHRUB

NANDINA

‘Walker’—An amazingly tough plant; tolerates extremely poor soils, strong winds, drought, and both hot summer and cold winter temperatures. This is a strongly weeping form with finely textured, fern-like foliage. Makes a stunning specimen! Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’.

Nandina is a beautiful plant, however its use in our area needs to be tempered with the knowledge that winter hardiness can be an issue. For best results we would recommend planting in protected areas such as southern exposures,

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PLUM

Kasan Pyracantha (Pyracantha coccinea ‘Kasan’)— A very hardy form that originated in Russia. White flowers in the spring, covered in the fall with orange-red fruits. Foliage is semievergreen and will remain through much of the winter. Great for bird habitat. Height 8-10’, spread 10-12’.

Cistina Plum (Prunus x cistina)— A popular shrub because of its stunning, reddish-purple foliage. Also produces attractive, light pink, fragrant flowers in the spring. Needs full sun and well-drained soils. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’.

Yukon Belle Pyracantha

POTENTILLA

(Pyracantha coccinea ‘Monon’)—A good hardy selection that produces numerous clusters of bright orange berries in the fall following white flowers in the spring. Semi-evergreen foliage is great cover for birds, but is also effective as a windbreak or visual barrier. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’.

Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa)—A refined, graceful shrub with beautiful, deeply lobed, bright green foliage. Brilliant strawberry-like blooms smother the plant in color throughout the summer. Prune back to 12-18” in early spring for best appearance. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

QUINCE Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince

‘Abbotswood’—Outstanding, large white flowers and blue-green foliage. Long blooming! ‘Dakota Sunspot’ (‘Fargo’)—Vivid yellow flowers and compact growth habit. ‘Goldfinger’—Rich golden-yellow flowers and excellent heat tolerance. ‘Jackman’ (‘Jackmanii’)––Large, brilliant yellow flowers. Very dense habit. ‘Pink Beauty’––Clear pink flowers in abundance! Color fades to white in hot weather.

(Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Texas Scarlet’)—An extremely popular dwarf form of the old-fashioned flowering quince. Dark green, glossy compact growth. Attractive scarlet-red flowers early in the spring. Extremely tough! Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

RHODODENDRON Rhododendrons are broadleaf evergreens that need a little extra care. They should be planted in acid soil that has been well amended with organic matter and sited away from the hot rays of our summer sun such as a north or east exposure. Mulch well and keep moist, but not wet, through dry weather.

PRIVET Cheyenne Privet

Catawba Rhododendron

(Ligustrum vulgare ‘Cheyenne’)—One of the best shrubs for planting a formal or trimmed hedge. Dark green foliage and a dense growth habit. This easy to grow shrub is very tolerant of heavy shearing. If left untrimmed, shrub will develop a large rounded habit and will actually have attractive white flowers in the spring and small black fruits by fall. Very hardy! Height 2-10’, spread 2-10’.

(Rhododendron catawbiense)—Very hardy rhododendron with large, leathery evergreen leaves. Flowers borne in large, 5-6” trusses in the spring. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Roseum Elegans’––Lavender-pink to rosy-purple flowers.

P. J. M. Rhododendron

Golden Vicary Privet

(Rhododendron ‘P. J. M. Hybrids’)—Very hardy plants with small, dark green foliage that turns plum-purple in the fall. Bright flowers in the spring. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

(Ligustrum x vicaryi)—A popular yellow-leafed hybrid introduced from England. Bright yellow foliage provides color all season long. Extremely tolerant of pruning. May freeze back some in extremely cold winters but quickly regrows. Height 4-8’, spread 4-6’.

‘Compacta’—A vigorous form with larger flower clusters, more stout branching and more robust, thicker foliage. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

Lodense Privet

ROSE

(Ligustrum vulgare ‘Lodense’)—A smaller, more compact form of the species. Smaller habit and tolerance to shearing make this a good choice for formal hedges, especially where a smaller size is desired. Height 2-4’, spread 2-4’.

If you are looking for a low-maintenance shrub that will provide color all season long then look no further. The shrub roses listed below will just do that. Numerous selections have been made through the years that have drastically improved the winter hardiness and disease resistance of this group as well as increasing flower production and decreasing the amount of care it takes to produce those blooms. Not just for the “rose garden” any more, shrub roses can and should be utilized like any other shrub in the landscape. Plant in full sun and enjoy the flowers.

PUSSY WILLOW

French Pussy Willow

(Salix caprea)—An old-time garden favorite. Popular because of its showy, 1-2” long, fuzzy blooms also known as catkins that emerge early in the spring. Easy to grow. Forced stems in the house are a sure sign spring is right around the corner. Height 8-12’, spread 6-8’.

Easy Elegance Rose

Weeping Pussy Willow

(Rosa x ‘Easy Elegance’)These roses have been bred for superior hardiness and disease resistance along with phenomenal flowers and repeat blooms. All are grown on their own roots. Size will vary by selection.

(Salix caprea ‘Pendula’)—A stunning specimen plant! Very graceful, cascading foliage hangs to the ground. Looks great around water, spilling over a retaining wall or anywhere where its unique appearance can be enjoyed. Likes moisture. Height and spread can be controlled through pruning.

‘Golden Eye’ (‘BAIeye’)—Excellent disease resistance and hardiness with a good compact habit. Flowers are reddish-orange with a bright golden center. A heavy bloomer. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Paint the Town’ (‘BAItown’)—A great little spreading to mounded shrub rose with full, red flowers all season long. Highly disease resistant with good winter hardiness. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘Snowdrift’ (‘BAIrift’)—So many white flowers it looks like a snowdrift in the middle of summer! Pure white flowers with just a hint of apricot at

PYRACANTHA

Lowboy Pyracantha

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Shrubs the center. Excellent disease resistance and winter hardiness. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Sunrise Sunset’ (‘BAIset’)—Just like the name implies, the flowers of this selection are breath-taking, just like the sunrise and the sunset. A stunning blend of bright fuchsia-pink and apricot. Foliage is reported to be very disease resistant. Winter hardy. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘Sweet Fragrance’ (‘BAInce’)—Abundant, sweetly fragrant flowers from spring until frost. Blooms start a mix of coral, orange and yellow, opening to apricot and maturing to salmon-pink. Excellent disease resistance. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Yellow Brick Road’ (‘BAIoad’)—Welcome to the Land of Oz! This small, rounded, compact plant is covered with lemon-yellow flowers throughout the season. Blooms mature to a butter-cream. Excellent black spot resistance. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Yellow Submarine’ (‘BAIine’)—Flowers are lemon-yellow, aging to soft yellow and finally to white creating quite a color show. Slightly more upright in habit. Disease resistant foliage. Height 3-4’, spread 2-3’.

Flower Carpet Rose (Rosa hybrids)—A stunning group of groundcover-type shrub roses that provides delicate rose flowers, glossy, deep green, disease resistant foliage and non-stop blooms all summer. Freedom of care and maintenance make these excellent additions to the landscape. ‘Amber’ (‘NOA97400A’)—Flowers are peachy-orange, semi-double and fragrant, each with a yellow center and tinges of red toward the outside. Blooms fade to a soft seashell-pink. Exceptional disease resistance and very floriferous habit. Height 2-2 1/2’, spread 3-4’. ‘Appleblossom’ (‘Noamel’)—A heavy blooming, blush-pink sport of ‘Pink’. Good disease resistance. Height 2-2 1/2’, spread 3-4’. ‘Coral’ (‘Noala’)—Flowers open a wonderful coral, fading to pink as they age. Produces an abundance of flowers from late spring until frost. A lower maintenance selection with improved disease resistance and winter hardiness. Height 2-2 1/2’, spread 3-4’. ‘Pink’ (‘Noatraum’)—This selection has gained worldwide fame since its introduction. Lovely pink blooms are very abundant and produced throughout the season. Good disease resistance. Height 2-2 1/2’, spread 3-4’ ‘Pink Supreme’ (‘Noa168098F’ )—This is a new generation pink Flower Carpet Rose with a more compact habit. Heavy blooming from spring until frost. Fantastic disease resistance and exceptional winter hardiness. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Red’ (‘Noare’)—Carmine-red flowers with bright yellow centers. The most popular of the Flower Carpet series and understandably so. Heavy bloomer all season long. Good disease resistance. Height 3-4’, spread 3-5’. ‘Scarlet’ (‘NOA83100B’)—This selection in the Flower Carpet Series has double, bright scarlet-red flowers throughout the season. Exhibits excellent disease resistance and increased winter hardiness. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘White’ (‘Noaschnee’)—The astonishingly large, pure white flowers on this groundcover rose emit a very subtle but sweet perfume. A wonderful addition to the moonlight garden or near a patio to enjoy during the early evening hours. Height 2-2 1/2’, spread 2-3’.

‘Double Knock Out’ (‘Radtko’)—A double-flowering selection from the popular ‘Knock Out’ Rose. Still has the same great bright cherry-red flower color, disease resistance and winter hardiness as ‘Knock Out’. Blooms continuously from late spring until frost. Attractive deep burgundy new growth. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Pink Double Knock Out’ (‘Radtkopink’)—Like the name says, this is a double pink flowering form and another great inroduction through the Knock Out series. It blooms heavily, has tremendous disease resistance and winter hardiness. A great low maintenance plant. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Pink Knock Out’ (‘Radcon’)—A pink-flowering form of the amazing Knock Out Rose. A continually flowering selection that produces an abundance of medium pink flowers from spring until frost. Excellent black spot resistance. Attractive summer foliage. Height 3-4’, spread 3-3 1/2’. ‘Rainbow Knock Out’—A 2007 All-American Rose Selection, this wonderful selection boasts beautiful coral-pink flowers with yellow center.s Compact habit with an abundance of flowers throughout the season. Excellent disease resistance and winter hardiness. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Sunny Knock Out’ (‘Radsunny’)—From the same rose breeder that brought us ‘Knock Out’. Great disease resistance and wonderful dark green foliage. Flowers open bright yellow, turning creamy-white when fully open. Height 4-5’, spread 3-4’.

Knock Out Rose

(Rosa x ‘Radrazz’)—One of the toughest and most disease resistant roses we carry. Produces abundant clusters of bright cherry-red blooms and wonderful rich green foliage. Blooms heavily all summer. Very hardy! Height 3-5’, spread 3-4’. ‘Blushing Knock Out’ (‘Radyod’)—This selection has the same great disease resistance and winter hardiness as ‘Knock Out’ but with shell-pink flowers. Blooms continuously from late spring until frost. Attractive deep burgundy new growth. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Rose Hybrids (Rosa hybrids)—These are shrub rose introductions that don’t really fit conveniently into another group of hybrids. Selections are still made for disease resistance, winter hardiness, increased flowering, and overall good performance.

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‘Carefree Beauty’ (‘BUCbi’)—Bred by Dr. Griffith, Iowa State University, and introduced back in the 1970’s. Excellent disease resistance and winter hardiness. Large, fragrant, semi-double, pink flowers from spring until frost. Attractive orange hips persist into the winter. Height 3-5’, spread 3-4’. ‘Carefree Sunshine’ (‘RADsun’)—This introduction comes from the same breeder that gave us ‘Knock Out’. Bright yellow flowers from spring until frost with excellent disease resistance. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’. ‘Forty Heroes’ (‘BAInial’)—Named in honor of the real Forty Heroes from United flight 93. This special rose is being introduced in cooperation with ‘Remember Me’, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and maintaining three rose gardens, one each in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania to honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Proceeds from the sale of this plant will support this organization and its efforts. ‘Forty Heroes’ bears large clusters of beautiful deep yellow flowers with a fresh, fruity fragrance. Flowers are borne against a background of dark green foliage. It is highly disease resistant, grown on its own roots and rated hardy to 20 degrees below zero. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Home Run’ (‘WEKcisbako’)—In the movie world, this might have been named, “Son of Knock Out” because its actually an offspring of the famous ‘Knock Out’. Unlike most sequels though, this one might actually be better than the original. A beautiful shrub rose with deep, true red, single flowers, reported to have even better disease resistance than its parent. Good winter hardiness and flowers spring until frost. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’ ‘Ramblin’ Red’ (‘REDramblin’)—A beautiful climbing/shrub rose from the creator of the ‘Knock Out’ Rose. Full flowers of rich, true red. It is grown on its own roots (not grafted) and is rated hardy to 30 degrees below zero! Repeat blooming all season. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’.

Rugosa Rose (Rosa rugosa)—A very tough, virtually disease free rose. Heavy spring bloomer and then repeating sporadically through the rest of the season. Flowers may be single or double, white to pink and are followed by beautiful orange to brickred rose hips (small fruits). Fall color varies from yellow to bronze, orange or red. This is a great plant. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘White’ (‘Alba’)—A tough, hardy selection with all the same characteristics as the species but with white flowers. Attractive orange-red rose hips in the fall. Useful for tough sites. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ___________________ Other Hardy Shrub Roses—We have many other fantastic shrub rose selections to offer as well in the spring season. For more information on the varieties available, check out the ROSE section of this catalog.

SERVICEBERRY

Saskatoon Serviceberry

(Amelanchier alnifolia)—This is a smaller-growing, shrubbier species of Serviceberry that has given rise to most of the selections grown commercially for their fruit. Attractive white flowers in the spring followed by juicy, sweet, bluish-purple fruits. Fabulous yellow, orange and red fall color. A very hardy native to the Great Plains. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Regent’—A compact form of Saskatoon Serviceberry with exceptional foliage and abundant, large, extra sweet berries. Native forms of this plant were heavily used by the Prairie Indians for food. Great eating! Height 4-6’, spread 4-8’.

SMOKETREE Smoketree (Cotinus sp.)—Smoketrees are often grown as small multi-stemmed trees, but 36 www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

did you know that they can also be grown as big shrubs? They actually work great in that application as well, so we include a reminder of that here. We offer a nice variety of selections, many in both shrub and tree forms. You will find information about them in our Tree Section under the listing SMOKETREE.

Spicebush

SPICEBUSH

(Lindera benzoin)—An interesting native shrub that prefers moist, lightly shaded locations. Small, yellow, early spring flowers followed by bright scarlet fruits about a half an inch long (on female plants only). A strong spice odor is detectable from all parts of the plant. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’.

SPIREA Bridalwreath Spirea (Spiraea prunifolia)—An old-time favorite with a fantastic display of beautiful, double, white flowers early in the spring. Develops into a large, suckering shrub. Flowers are followed by dark green, glossy foliage. Height 4-8’, spread 6-8’.

Dwarf Spirea (Spiraea species and hybrids)—A large group of Spireas with many varying characteristics, but a few basic similarities, compact size and the ability to rebloom throughout the season. Very tough and easy to grow, Dwarf Spirea provides a season full of brilliant color. Spring starts with an explosion of brightly colored foliage; bronzes, greens, russets and golds. Summertime brings an abundance of flowers, from crimson-red to rosy-pink to pure white, repeatedly produced in flushes until frost. Brightly colored foliage continues to adorn the plant and then in the fall, leaves take on a wonderful burgundy to finish off a spectacular season of color. If you wish to enhance flower and foliage production, prune back to 12-18” each spring, and prune lightly each time blooms finish. This may just be the perfect plant! ‘Anthony Waterer’ (S. x bumalda ‘Anthony Waterer’)—Sometimes called Red Spirea, this selection has bright rosy-red flowers and green foliage tipped with tinges of red. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Dakota Goldcharm’ (S. japonica ‘Mertyann’)—A very dwarf, gold-leafed form with bright pink flowers. Height 12-18”, spread 2-3’. ‘Daphne’ (S. japonica var. alpina)—Very tight growth is bright green and covered with light pink flowers. Much like a miniature ‘Little Princess’. Height 12-15”, spread 2-3’. ‘Golden Elf ’ (S. japonica ‘Golden Elf’)—This golden-leaf beauty is an incredibly dwarf Spirea with a spreading habit. A wonderful selection for adding a bright spot of color to a tiny niche in your landscape. Height 6-8”, spread 18-24”. ‘Goldflame’ (S. x bumalda ‘Goldflame’)—New growth is a wonderful combination of russet-orange and bronze-red, changing to a soft yellowgreen. Flowers are pale pink. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Goldmound’ (S. x ‘Goldmound’)—A brightly colored hybrid, with goldenyellow leaves. Pale pink flowers. Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’. ‘Japanese White’ (S. albiflora)—The only dwarf white flowering form available. Foliage is dark green. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘Little Princess’ (S. japonica ‘Little Princess’)—Bright green foliage and light pink flowers. Extremely popular! Height 24-30”, spread 2-3’. ‘Magic Carpet’ (S. japonica ‘Magic Carpet’)—Much like a miniature ‘Goldflame’, this selection has multi-colored foliage with combinations of bronze and russet-red giving way to light green. Flowers are bright pink and abundant. Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’. ‘Neon Flash’ (S. x bumalda ‘Neon Flash’)—Bright reddish-pink flowers and green foliage with a hint of burgundy on the edges. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

Shrubs ‘Shirobana’ (S. japonica ‘Shirobana’)—An interesting form with white, pink, and rosy-pink flowers all on the same plant. Foliage is bright green. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Sparkling Carpet’ (S. x bumalda ‘Sparkling Carpet’)—An extremely small, compact form. New foliage emerges with a reddish tinge and then changes to yellow for the rest of the season. Could be used as a small groundcover or rock garden plant. Typically does not produce flowers. Height 3-5”, spread 1-2’.

sites. It is a female form with good flowers and fruit. Fall color is orangered to red. Very tolerant of trimming. Height 2-3’, spread 6-8’.

Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina)—An interesting plant. Large compound leaves are made up of numerous, small leaflets, creating a soft texture. Unusual clusters of crimson fruits appear at the tops of branches late in the summer and carry their effect into the winter. Wonderful fall color with leaves taking on reds, oranges, and yellows. Open, coarse branch structure through the winter, reminiscent of the antlers of a male deer, giving rise to the name “Staghorn”. Very tough plant that requires little care once established. Height 8-12’, spread 10-15’.

Snowmound Spirea (Spiraea nipponica ‘Snowmound’)—An excellent dwarf shrub with dense, dark green foliage and masses of pure white flowers. Flowers similar to ‘Vanhoutte’ but provides the owner with a plant that is smaller in stature. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

‘Cutleaf’ (‘Laciniata’)—Very similar to the species but with fine cut foliage that gives the plant a more feathery appearance. Fantastic fall color. Height 8-12’, spread 10-15’. ‘Tigereye’ (‘Baitiger’)—A bright yellow variation of the ever popular Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac. Stunning golden-yellow foliage through the summer changing to brilliant orange to scarlet-red in the fall. A beautiful plant for mass plantings or for specimen use. Very tolerant of dry, site conditions. Use this plant in combination with drought tolerant perennials for a dramatic effect. Height 6-8’, spread 12-15’.

Thunberg Spirea (Spiraea thunbergii)—A tough selection with wispy, fine-textured, “willowlike” foliage and a graceful growth habit. Blooms early in the spring with small, 1/3” diameter flowers before leaves emerge. Yellow to orange fall color. ‘Mellow Yellow’ (‘Ogon’)—Wispy, fine textured foliage is bright yellow instead of green. Great for color contrast in the garden. Snow-white flowers in the spring. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

SWEETSHRUB

Tor Spirea

Common Sweetshrub

(Spiraea betulifolia ‘Tor’)—A very dense, rounded shrub with a multitude of white flower clusters in the spring. Iridescent, light green summer foliage turns a vivid purple in the fall. This selection has some of the most sensational fall color you will come across and is truly worth planting for that feature alone. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

(Calycanthus floridus)—Although not very common, this plant is definitely worth checking out. Unusual flowers are dark red to maroon in color, about 2” across and have a wonderful fruity, strawberry-banana-pineapple fragrance. Clear yellow fall color. This would be a nice addition into a mixed shrub/perennial border. Height 6-8’, spread 8-10’.

Hartlage Wine Sweetshrub

Vanhoutte Spirea

(Calycanthus x raulstonii ‘Hartlage Wine’)—A stunning hybrid between the Chinese Sweetshrub and its American counterpart, the Carolina Allspice (also known as the Common Sweetshrub). Produces 3” diameter, wine-colored, magnolia-like flowers in the spring. Dark green summer foliage. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’.

(Spiraea x vanhouttei ‘Renaissance’)—One of the toughest shrubs around! Well known for its outstanding display of white flowers in the spring that cover its gracefully arching branches. Easy to grow and very tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. Often mistakenly called Bridalwreath Spirea. Orange-red fall color. Height 6-8’, spread 8-10’.

Venus Sweetshrub

‘Firegold’ (‘Levgold’)—All of the wonderful qualities of Vanhoutte Spirea but with one difference: yellow foliage! New growth starts out a soft yellow, changing to lemon and finally to lime-green. White flowers in the spring. Height 4-6’, spread 5-7’.

(Calycanthus x ‘Venus’)—This exciting hybrid was produced by crossing Chinese Sweetshrub with our North American native Common Sweetshrub. Produces large magnolia-like flower early in the summer with the fragrance of strawberries, melons, and spices. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’.

SUMAC

SWEETSPIRE

Flameleaf Sumac

Henry’s Garnet Virginia Sweetspire

(Rhus copallina)—Compact and dense in youth, this plant will eventually develop a picturesque, open, irregular habit. The fall color is absolutely spectacular as the foliage changes to rich red, crimson and scarlet. Suckering habit makes it great for naturalistic and wildlife plantings in areas where there is room to spread. Height 10-25’, spread 10-25’.

(Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’)—Beautiful, fragrant white flowers up to 6” long in June-July and bright green, lustrous foliage that turns to shades of crimson, scarlet and purple in the fall. The foliage tends to hang on into mid-winter adding to appearance of the winter landscape. Rounded, arching shrub. Height 3-5’, spread 4-6’. A 2001 Pride of Kansas selection.

‘Prairie Flame’ (var. latifolia ‘Morton’)—A more compact selection of the amazingly tough Flameleaf Sumac. Attractive glossy green summer foliage takes on amazingly brilliant red-orange color in the fall. Suckers to form a dense colony. A great plant for low maintenance, naturalistic planting. Height 5-7’, spread 5-7’.

Little Henry Virginia Sweetspire (Itea virginica ‘Sprich’)—A more compact Sweetspire with excellent purplered fall color. Sweetly scented, pure white flowers in early spring. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’.

Fragrant Sumac

VIBURNUM

(Rhus aromatica)—This is a very tough, native shrub with outstanding ornamental characteristics. Summer foliage is a lustrous dark green. Leaves in fall will range from orange to red to reddish-purple. Yellowish flowers appear early in spring and female plants will produce small fuzzy red fruits in fall. Tolerates dry soils and grows in full sun to part shade. Height 4-6’, spread 5-8’.

Well-known horticulturist Michael Dirr once wrote, “A garden without Viburnums is akin to life without music and art,” and nothing could be more true. Viburnums are very hardy and well adapted to Kansas conditions. Depending on the selection, they grow in full sun to considerable shade and offer a tremendous variation of floral, fruit, foliage and growth characteristics. There really is a Viburnum for almost every situation.

‘Gro-low’—This is a popular low-growing form, great for use as a groundcover for tough areas from dry shade and tree competition to hot, exposed, open

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Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum)—Lustrous, deep green foliage forms a dense, rounded shrub. Creamy white flowers in the spring, glossy red to reddish-purple fall color and blue to blue-black fruits that are good for wildlife make this an excellent selection. This viburnum adapts well to difficult sites. ‘Blue Blaze’ (‘Blubzam’)—A dense, low-growing dwarf form with exceptional ornamental characteristics. Lustrous green summer foliage changing to deep wine-red in the fall. Loads of creamy-white flowers in the spring followed by an abundant display of blue berries late in the season. Height 4-5’, spread 5-6’. ‘Deam’ (‘Deamii’)—Lustrous green foliage through the summer changing to outstanding raspberry-red to reddish-purple in the fall. Creamy-white flowers in the spring followed by brilliant blue-black fruits later in the season. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’. ‘Papoose’ (‘Papzam’)—A more compact, dwarf form. A great display of creamy-white flowers in the spring followed by clusters of deep metallic blue berries by late summer. Dark, rich green foliage changes to burgundyred and gold in the fall. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘Red Feather’ (‘J.N. Select’)—Selected for both its impressive two-toned, maroon and rich green spring foliage as well as its reddish-purple fall color. Creamy-white flowers followed by blue clusters of small berry-like fruits. Height 8-10’, spread 10-12’.

Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium and related species)—An extremely hardy Viburnum, useful as a very large shrub or an attractive small tree. Creamy-white flowers in the spring produce highly edible, pinkish, rose to black fruits late in the summer through the fall. Excellent burgundy fall colors. Good for eating and great for birds. Used for preserves since colonial times. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Nannyberry’ (V. lentago)—A large suckering shrub or small tree. Glossy, dark green turns purplish-red in the fall. Creamy-white flowers are followed by persistent clusters of bluish-black fruits. Good winter food for birds. Very adaptable plant. Will grow in moist or dry soil, in sun or shade. Height 1520’, spread 10-15’. ‘Ovation’ (V. prunifolium ‘Ovazam’)—A narrow selection of this tough and durable species. New growth has a nice rosy-pink hint to it in the spring. A creamy-white display of flowers in the spring is followed by an impressive set of blue-black fruits later in the summer. Perfect for hedge use. Height 8-10’, spread 3-4’. ‘Royal Guard’ (V. rufidulum ‘Royal Guard’)—A more upright, narrowgrowing selection, with attractive, lustrous dark green summer foliage, changing to deep burgundy in the fall. Attractive white flowers in the spring followed by dark blue fruits. Height 10-12’, spread 5-6’. ‘Rusty’ (V. rufidulum)—A handsome species with lustrous dark green foliage. Clusters of creamy-white flowers in the spring followed by clusters of dark blue fruits. Leaves turn a rich burgundy in the fall. Makes an attractive large shrub or small ornamental tree. Tremendously tough! Height 1015’, spread 10-15’. ‘Summer Magic’—A cool form selected for its attractive new growth of red leaves and spectacular fall display of reds and yellows. Produces nice flowers but does not fruit heavily. Has a more upright habit. Height 8-10’, spread 6-8’.

Cranberrybush Viburnum (Viburnum species)—The species included here all share similar floral, fruit and foliage characteristics. Leaves are 3-lobed like a maple. Flowers are white and borne in lacecap-type structures consisting of center cluster of small, fertile flowers surrounded by large, showy, sterile flowers. Fruits are bright red, small in size (1/4-1/3”), produced in large clusters and obviously reminiscent of a cranberry, hence the name, and birds love them. ‘Compact’ (V. opulus ‘Compactum’)—A compact form of the European 38 www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Cranberrybush Viburnum. Showy white flowers in the spring followed by scarlet-red fruits that persist through the winter. Excellent for wildlife and landscape plantings. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’. ‘Tea’ (V. setigerum)—Considered one of the best viburnums for fruit display. Bright red fruits are produced in abundance and put on a spectacular show far into the fall. Plant in groupings for improved fruiting. Great in shrub borders and mixed plantings. Height 8-12’, spread 6-10’. ‘Snowball’ (V. opulus ‘Roseum’)—An old-time garden favorite! Produces a multitude of large, 2 1/2-3”, snowball-like clusters of flowers in the spring. It is easy to see why its called Snowball Bush! This is actually a sterile selection, so there is no fruit production. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

Doublefile Viburnum (Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum)—This species can be separated into two forms, the Doublefile Viburnums (var. tomentosum) with their lacecap-type flowers and the Japanese Snowball Viburnums (straight species) with their snowball-type flowers. Flowers on both are white and produced in May, but only the Doublefiles will then produce fruit, red to black, in July to August. Fruits are excellent for attracting birds! Horizontal growth habit on many forms makes this plant look similar to Flowering Dogwood. Fall color is usually impressive and is usually reddish-purple. Plants benefit from a little extra water through dry stretches of summer weather. ‘Copper Ridges’—An impressive selection with heavily textured foliage that almost looks like a green ruffled potato chip. Bright white spring flowers after leaves have emerged and maroon foliage color in the fall. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’. ‘Igloo’—A shorter, wide-spreading, compact mounded selection with loads of white flower clusters in the spring, giving it the look of an igloo when in bloom. Sets good quantities of dark red fruits through the summer. Impressive! Height 6-8’, spread 10-12’. ‘Magic Puff ’—A compact selection with an outstanding display of lacecap flowers. Dark green foliage through the summer, changing to wine-red in the fall. Fruits are red, changing to black. Height 4-5’, spread 5-6. ‘Maresii’—An improved selection with a large growth habit. An impressive display of pure white flowers in the spring. Good reddish-purple fall color. Fruit set is variable. Height 8-12’, spread 8-12’. ‘Newport’ (V. plicatum ‘Newzam’)—This is a snowball-type with an extremely dense, rounded form. Covered with white snowball-like flowers in the spring. Leaves are much smaller than other Doublefile forms. Leaves turn burgundy in the fall. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’. ‘Popcorn’ (V. plicatum)—An impressive selection with loads of small, round, popcorn ball-like flowers lining the branches. Wonderful in full bloom. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’. ‘Shasta’—This is a wonderful dwarf selection from the U.S. National Arboretum. Flowers, fruit, and fall color are all outstanding! Generally will grow twice as wide as tall. Height 4-6’, spread 8-10’. ‘Shoshoni’—A seedling selection from ‘Shasta’ with similar characteristics only on a smaller scale. White flowers in May followed by red fruits in the summer. Dark green leaves turn purplish-red in the fall. Does best in moist soils, planted in light shade. Height 3-5’, spread 5-8’. ‘Summer Snowflake’—Clusters of white flowers appear in the late spring and continue until frost. Wonderful for its long blooming period. We typically don’t see this form producing fruit. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Weeping Magic’—This is a compact form with a wider than tall habit. Branches droop pendulously creating a nice soft specimen. Height 3-4’, spread 5-6’.

Fragrant Viburnum (Viburnum farreri)—A rather loose growing shrub with clusters of fragrant, pinkish-white flowers very early in the spring. Foliage is bronzy-green in the spring, maturing to dark green for the summer and changing to reddish-purple for the fall. Height 8-12’, spread 8-12’.

Shrubs ‘Alleghany’ (V. x rhytidophylloides ‘Alleghany’)—A fantastic, tough hybrid released from a U.S. National Arboretum breeding program. This deciduous to semi-evergreen form is great for use as a screen or a border. Showy, creamy-white flowers in the spring, dark green leathery foliage in the summer and bright red fruits late in the season. Fast growing. This selection is a hybrid of Leatherleaf Viburnum (V. rhytidophyllum) and ‘Mohican’ (V. lantana ‘Mohican’). Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’. ‘Cree’ (V. rhytidophyllum ‘Cree’)—A more compact form of Leatherleaf Viburnum introduced from the U.S. National Arboretum. Dark green leaves are evergreen to semi-evergreen into the winter. Abundant production of white flowers in the spring followed by red fruits, changing to black. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’. ‘Decker’ (V. x pragense ‘Decker’)—A selection of Pragense Viburnum made for its lustrous dark green leaves, pink-budded flowers that open to white, and exceptional hardiness. Height 6-10’, spread 6-8’. ‘Leatherleaf ’ (V. rhytidophyllum)—This is a semi-evergreen species with large, heavily textured, leathery leaves. Creamy-white flowers in the spring. Useful for borders, privacy screens and windbreak plantings. Tolerates quite a bit of shade, but does equally well in full sun. A good, tough species for Kansas landscapes that has been combined with other forms to produce some amazing hybrids selections. Those are listed below along with some other closely related species. Height 10-12’, spread 1012. ‘Willowwood’ (V. x rhytidophylloides ‘Willowwood’)—Exceptionally tough, dark green, leathery foliage holds up better than other selections in the winter, but still remains only semi-evergreen in our area. Spring flowers are creamy-white. Height 8-10’, spread 8-10’.

‘Dwarf ’ (‘Nanum’)—A delightful, compact, dwarf selection growing only 2-3’ tall. produces fragrant, pinkish-white flowers very early in the spring. Will occasionally produce some flowers in the fall. Height 2-3’, spread 4-6’. ‘Pink Dawn’ (V. x bodnantense ‘Pink Dawn’)—This Fragrant Viburnum hybrid is an early blooming selection with fragrant, rose-budded flowers that open to pink. Green leaves develop a rich burgundy fall color. Height 6-8’, spread 6-7’.

Fragrant Snowball-Type Viburnum (Viburnum species and hybrids.)—This is a collection of several related species and their numerous hybrids. While having slightly different characteristics, they all do share some similarities. In the spring all produce a snowball type flower, ranging from 2” in diameter to 5 and 6” in diameter depending on the selection. Most have a fantastically, sweet, spicy fragrance, making them an absolute must in the garden. All are attractive, full shrubs, perfect for use in the landscape in a variety of ways. Height and spread will vary with selection. ‘Anne Russell’ (V. x burkwoodii ‘Anne Russell’)—A compact-growing Korean Spice hybrid with 3” diameter, fragrant, white flowers early in the spring. A very tough selection introduced from England in 1951. Height 5-6’, spread 6-8’. ‘Cayuga’ (V. x ‘Cayuga’)—A stunning hybrid with very large (4-5” diameter) clusters of pure white flowers. Exceedingly fragrant! Flower buds start out with a pink color. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’. ‘Compact’ (V. carlesi ‘Compactum’)—This Korean Spice selection is one of the best dwarf forms available. Beautifully fragrant, white flowers in the spring followed by dark green foliage through the summer, all in a more compact package. Perfect for use where space is limited. Height 2 1/2-3 1/2’, spread 2 1/2-3 1/2’. ‘Conoy’ (V. x burkwoodii ‘Conoy’)—A wonderful, small Viburnum released from a U.S. National Arboretum breeding program. This dense plant has lustrous, dark green, semi evergreen foliage and abundant, snowball like white flowers with little or no fragrance. Has the potential for heavy fruit production as well. Height 4-5’, spread 5-8’. ‘Eskimo’ (V. x ‘Eskimo’)—A complex hybrid with a nice compact, small habit. Great floral show in the spring with an amazing display of 3-4” diameter, pure white flower clusters. Unfortunately flowers have little to no fragrance, but the plant makes up for it with the quantity of blooms produced. Summer foliage is a rich, glossy green and semi-evergreen, offering some winter interest as well. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘Fragrant’ (V. x carlcephalum)—The largest of the fragrant, semi-snowball Viburnums. Flower clusters are larger, up to 5-6” in diameter, pink in bud, finally opening pure white, and intensely fragrant. It is one of the latest semi-snowball types to bloom. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’. ‘Juddi’ (V. x juddii)—A Korean Spice hybrid that has amazingly fragrant, white flowers. Dark green summer foliage and reddish-wine fall color. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’. ‘Korean Spice’ (V. carlesii)—An old time garden staple. Light pink buds that open to pure white. Outstanding fragrance! Height 5-6’, spread 4-5’. ‘Mohawk’ (V. x burkwoodii ‘Mohawk’)—One of the best! Early spring blooms start as bright red buds, changing to pink and finally opening to intensely fragrant, pure white flowers. Summer foliage is lustrous dark green changing to vibrant orange-reds to reddish-purples in the fall. A definite must for the garden! Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’.

Linden Viburnum (Viburnum dilatatum)—Creamy-white flowers literally smother this plant in the spring and are followed by bright cherry-red to scarlet fruit. The fall color ranges from a russet-red to a deep, rich burgundy. A full three-seasons of color make this an outstanding shrub. ‘Cardinal Candy’ (‘Henneke’)—A fantastic selection with improved winter hardiness and an abundant crop of bright, scarlet-red fruits. Beautiful display of white flowers in the spring and russet-red to bronze foliage in the fall. Outstanding for its fruit display! Height 5-6’, spread 4-6’. ‘Erie’—Excellent yellow to orange to red fall color. Abundant red fruits turn coral after a frost and persist through the winter. This is a smaller, more compact selection. Height 5-6’, spread 6-10’. ‘Iroquois’—Considered by many to be the best form available. Large, thick, dark green leaves, abundant creamy-white flowers, glossy scarlet-red fruits and orange-red to maroon fall color. Fruits are very persistent and offer an impressive winter display. Birds love them! Height 6-8’, spread 8-10’.

Witherod Viburnum (Viburnum cassinoides)—Handsome, dense shrub with spreading, arching branches. New foliage emerges bronze to purple in the spring changing to dull dark green for summer. In fall shades of orange-red, crimson, and purple adorn the shrub. The fruit changes from green to pink to red to blue and finally black. All colors are often present in the same fruiting cluster. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’. ‘Brandywine’ (V. nudum ‘Bulk’)—Fabulous fruits! An impressive display of green, ivory, pink and blue berries decorating the plant towards the end of summer. Bright green foliage turns dark maroon-red in the fall. Plant with another variety for better fruit production. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’. ‘Narrow Leaved’ (V. nudum var. angustifolium)—Leaves of this variety are smaller than those typical of the species. Fantastic red-purple fall color that is very long lasting. Dense habit and a heavy producer of pink to blue fruits. Height 6-8’, spread 5-6’.

Leatherleaf Viburnum and Related Selections (Viburnum species and hybrids)—This group of closely related species and hybrids provide us with some very valuable landscape plants. Selections are typically extremely tough and durable as well as being highly ornamental. Several have semi-evergreen tendencies that can be used to provide additional winter interest. While all produce attractive flowers in the spring, not all produce truly impressive fruit displays, but those that do are dramatic.

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‘Winterthur’ (V. nudum ‘Winterthur’)—This is actually a selection from a closely related species commonly known as Smooth Witherod Viburnum. A beautiful plant with lustrous, dark green foliage. Creamy-white flowers late in the spring followed by clusters of fruit that change from green to pink, then from pink to blue, and finally from blue to black late in the season. All colors are often present in the same fruit cluster. Fall color is stunning as well, ranging from red to reddish-purple. Height 5-6’, spread 5-6’.

(Salix purpurea ‘Nana’)—Very fine-textured, airy shrub with wispy blue-green foliage. This is a great plant for color and textural contrast in the landscape. Tolerant of moist soils, but does equally well in average conditions. Height 3-6’, spread 3-6’.

WINTERHAZEL

WAHOO

Spike Winterhazel (Corylopsis spicata)—An unusual shrub with interesting, 1-2” long pendulous clusters of yellow, fragrant flowers early in the spring. Newly emerging foliage has hints of purple in the leaf veins, eventually changing to an attractive bluishgreen. Does best with acidic soil and light shade. Height 4-6’, spread 6-10’.

Eastern Wahoo (Euonymus atropurpureus)—A native plant, useful for wildlife plantings and naturalizing. Small, four lobed capsules open late in the season to reveal bright crimson fruits. Reddish-purple fall color can be spectacular. Can be grown as a large shrub or easily trained into a beautiful small tree. Height 6-12’, spread 6-12’.

WOADWAXEN Royal Gold Woadwaxen

WEIGELA

(Genista tinctoria ‘Royal Gold’)—A tough plant for difficult areas. Prefers hot, sunny locations that are a little on the dry side. Produces an impressive display of bright yellow flowers early in the summer with occasional repeat blooming until early fall. Height 18-24”, spread 18-24”.

Old Fashioned Weigela (Weigela florida)—A tough, reliable shrub that puts on a display of brilliant funnel-shaped flowers in late spring with a second flush appearing in late summer. Arching branches form a dense, compact shrub.

YUCCA

‘Dark Horse’—A great compact form with rich deep burgundy foliage and contrasting dark pink flowers. Stays very small making it useful for those places where space is limited. Great foliage color! Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’. ‘Fine Wine’ (‘Bramwell’)—The same great foliage color of ‘Wine & Roses’ with a much smaller, more compact habit. Deep burgundy foliage all season long. Great for the front of borders and landscape beds. Height 18-24”, spread 2-3’. ‘French Lace’ (‘Brigela’)––A dramatic variegated form with bright yellow leaf margins outlining rich green centers and intense dark red flowers. Height 4-5’, spread 5-6’. ‘Magical Fantasy’ (‘Kolsunn’)—Dramatic variegated foliage and prolific flowers. Leaves are dark green with a white margin and flowers are bright pink. All season color and interest. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’. ‘Midnight Wine’ (‘Elvera’)––WOW! Dark, metallic, burgundy-purple foliage and intense rosy-pink flowers on a compact, dense shrub. This one will knock your socks off! Height 12-18”, spread 18-24’. ‘Minuet’––An excellent dwarf form with ruby-red flowers. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘My Monet’ (‘Verwig’)—A dwarf selection with green and white variegated foliage and purplish-pink flowers. A great compact plant for the front of borders. Height 12-18”, spread 12-18”. ‘Red Prince’––Rich dark green foliage and good red flowers that do not fade. Height 5-6’, spread 6-8’. ‘Variegated Dwarf ’ (‘Variegata Nana’)—New growth has bright green leaves with creamy-white margins. A compact habit and light, rosy-pink blossoms make this an outstanding plant. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’. ‘Wine & Roses’ (‘Alexandra’)—Dark burgundy-purple leaves and hot rosepink flowers create a dramatic effect. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

Adam’s Needle Yucca (Yucca filamentosa)—Stiff sword-shaped leaves having an attractive bluish coat. Produces showy white panicles of flowers that blast out of the landscape. Give it lots of sun, lots of hot weather and well-drained soil. This is about as tough and durable as they come. Bottom line, if you can’t grow this one, it’s time to turn in the shovel! Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Color Guard’—Intensely variegated foliage shines in any landscape. Green leaves have a bright yellow center that actually can turn pinkish in the fall. Tall flower stalks bearing beautiful white flowers rise from the plant in the spring. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Golden Sword’—Bright variegated foliage, perfect for specimen use. Leaves are bright green with brilliant golden-yellow centers. Tall flower stalks produce beautiful white flowers in the spring. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. Sapphire Skies Beaked Yucca—(Yucca rostrata ‘Sapphire Skies’)—Beautiful powder-blue leaves that are a little bit more flexible than other yuccas. This is a trunked yucca so it will slowly build up in height over the years, eventually making a small tree. Height 4-5’, spread 2-3’.

WILLOW Dappled Willow

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(Salix integra ‘Hakura Nishiki’)—A stunning shrub with pink stems and dappled green, pink, and white foliage, with some leaves being all white. Color will fade to green over the season. Holds up best in light shade, in soils that are kept moist. Pruning hard in the spring will help control size and to promote more intensely colored growth. Height 3-6’, spread 3-6’. www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Evergreens ARBORVITAE

a vertical accent or for a narrow screen or hedge. Height 15-20’, spread 2-3’. ‘Mr. Bowling Ball’ (‘Bobazam’)—With a name like that, how can you resist? This small rounded selection looks just like a soft green bowling ball, just like everybody has been looking for. Perfect for small spaces. Sage-green foliage and a shape that naturally stays rounded and compact. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘North Pole’ (‘Art Boe’)—An upright to conical shaped selection with a nice compact habit. Rich green foliage is very resistant to winter burn. Great for use as a dramatic accent. Height 10-15’, spread 4-5’. ‘Rheingold’—A dwarf, rounded selection with rich, deep yellow summer foliage, changing to coppery-orange in the winter. A real eye-catcher! Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’. ‘Sherwood Moss’—A neat little dwarf form with interesting, bright green, moss-like foliage. Takes on an interesting bronzish color in the fall. Height 4-6’, spread 3-5’. ‘Teddy’—A popular introduction from Europe, this fantastic plant grows into a cute little dwarf globe of soft, evergreen foliage. Described by some as being “loveable and huggable”. We are not really sure who those people are but we are keeping a lookout. Height 10-15”, spread 12-24”.

American Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis)—American Arborvitae are good, tough evergreens for our landscapes. These plants do best in full sun although many will tolerate light shade. They also can tolerate a wide range of soil and site conditions, however most will benefit from some moisture during our hot, dry summers. ‘Columbia’—A slender grower with unusual, silvery-white foliage tips on light bluish-green leaves. Creates a frosted effect through the growing season that intensifies in the winter. Height 15-20’, spread 5-10’. ‘Danica’—Considered to be one of the best globe forms. Has the same wonderfully bright, glossy green foliage that the Emerald Arborvitae has but packed into a little bundle of a plant. Great for tight areas. Height 12-18”, spread 12-18”. ‘Degroot’s Spire’—Very narrow form with medium green foliage. Great for accent or hedge use. Height 10-15’, spread 2-3’. ‘Emerald’ (‘Smaragd’)—Compact, narrow columnar form. Bright green foliage that holds its color well in the winter. Excellent heat and cold tolerance. Keep moist through dry weather. Height 10-15’, spread 3-4’. ‘Filiformis’—This unique selection has weeping branches and loose, drooping, thread-like branchlets. New growth is bright green. Much like Weeping Falsecypress only tougher. Stunning! Height 4-8’, spread 3-5’. ‘Golden Tuffet’—A golden-orange, dwarf form with an attractive, short, squatty shape. Wonderful texture adds to the show. Makes an impressive small specimen. Best if planted in light shade to avoid sun burning the foliage. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’. ‘Hetz Midget’—A very popular, dwarf arborvitae with an even, rounded habit. Foliage is a rich green. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Holmstrup’—A narrow selection with a compact, slow habit. Dense growth is bright green and holds its color well through the winter. Height 6-10’, spread 2-3’. ‘Malonyana’—An extremely narrow form with dark green foliage. Good for

Western Arborvitae (Thuja plicata)—An attractive species, native to western U.S. and Canada. Narrow growing with a pyramidal habit. Actually quite tough, but performs best in areas with good soil and some moisture through the summer. Fairly fast growing and literature says it is deer resistant. Let’s hope deer can read. ‘Green Giant’ (T. x ‘Gigantioides’)—This is actually a vigorous Western Arborvitae hybrid. Praised for its lustrous, rich green foliage, quick growth rate and natural resistance to deer and bagworms (that has yet to be proven in our area!). Quick growing with a very narrow, pyramidal growth habit. Height 20-40’, spread 4-6’.

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What About Water?

Observation is the key. Manually checking soil moisture goes a long way in deciding when to water next. A trowel can be used to check the top few inches for soil moisture or a soil probe is better to check depths up to 12 inches or more

There are many factors that contribute to the amount of water a plant needs: soil type, cultural practices (mulch), weather and microclimate (precipitation, wind, exposure, & temperature), and specific plant water needs. Proper watering from the time of planting is often the difference between success and failure. Unfortunately, there is not a simple prescription or set schedule, but observation and common sense will help you decide how much and how often.

New plantings need regular watering for 2-3 seasons. On average, most landscape plants will need a good soaking about once a week (more in the summer, less in the spring and fall). Make sure plants are well watered going into winter and supplement water during warm and dry winters. This is especially important for new, young plants and evergreens. And remember, even well established plantings need supplemental water during times of drought or stress.

The basic idea is to keep new plants consistently moist without overwatering. A less frequent, deep soaking is better than a light sprinkle every day. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hand watering, this is best achieved with a slow trickle from the garden hose for as long as it takes to soak the root zone. Drip hose and irrigation systems can be set to run with the same concept in mind. (Manual operation of irrigation systems is more efficient, while auto programming is convenient for extended periods away from the garden.)

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Side note: Overwatering your plants will kill them just as fast as forgetting to water at all!

Evergreens FALSECYPRESS

‘Spring Grove’ (‘Grovepli’)—A fast growing, extremely cold hardy selection selected from the Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio. Rich green foliage that holds a good color in the winter as well. Develops quickly into a tall, slender, pyramidal tree. Supposedly bagworm and deer resistant. Height 20-30’, spread 4-6’. ‘Whipcord’—A very unusual form with narrow, whip-like growth giving the plant a soft, mop-like appearance. Stays small making it a great specimen plant. Performs best when grown in moist, well-drained soil. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’.

Hinoki Falsecypress

(Chamaecyparis obtusa)—This is probably the most popular of the Falsecypress species. Plant in a rich, moist, well-drained soil in full sun to light shade. Some protection from the afternoon sun and excessive heat is recommended. ‘Nana Gracilis’—A rounded, irregular form. Develops an upright, irregular habit over time. Dark green, compact foliage has a coral-like appearance. One of the most popular selections of Hinoki Falsecypress. Height 4-6’, spread 3-4’. ‘Verdoni’—A yellow selection with foliage that is more resistant to sunburn. Still best to grow in light shade. Prefers moist, well-drained soils. Interesting foliage structure. Height 4-6’, spread 3-4’.

CEDAR Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca’)—A beautiful tree with bright silvery-blue needles. Makes a magnificent specimen plant, however use it cautiously. Winter hardiness can be an issue so only plant it in sites that offer some winter protection and access to some summer moisture. Height 20-30’+, spread 1520’+.

Nookta Falsecypress (Chamaecyparis nookatensis)—One of the most hardy of the Falsecypress species. Characteristics will vary with selection but all will perform best if planted in sites with good, rich, moist soils (but not wet). It would also be wise to try to site them out of the hot summer winds as much as possible.

Hortsman Blue Atlas Cedar

‘Jubilee’—A fast growing narrow selection that develops a wonderful spirelike main trunk with gracefully draping side branches. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’. ‘Weeping’ (‘Pendula’)—A beautiful, elegant selection with gracefully pendulous branches. Rich green foliage. Avoid locations that expose the plant to strong winds both through the summer and the winter. Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

(Cedrus atlantica ‘Hortsman’)—A slightly smaller form with a slightly denser habit. Considered to be one of the more cold tolerant Blue Atlas Cedar selections, however winter hardiness may still be an issue, so only plant in sites that offer some additional winter protection. Height 15-20’+, spread 10-15’+.

Karl Fuchs Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus deodara ‘Karl Fuchs’)—This is a more cold hardy selection from the mountains of Afghanistan. Silvery-gray foliage with slightly pendulous branch tips. Plant in areas protected from sweeping winds. Height 30-50’, spread 20-30’.

Sawara Falsecypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera)—This plant does best in full sun and wants good, welldrained soil. Selections are quite variable.

Stenocoma Cedar of Lebanon

‘Boulevard’—Beautiful soft, fluffy, silvery blue-green foliage changing to grayishblue in the winter. Narrow, upright pyramidal habit. Choose planting site carefully to allow for some protection from the summer heat. Height 8-10’, spread 4-6’. ‘Golden Mops’—This is a dwarf, mounding form with brilliant gold, threadlike foliage. This selection may show some foliage burn in hot, sunny exposures so provide afternoon shade if possible. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. ‘Sungold’—A dwarf, mounding selection with bright, golden-yellow, lacy thread-like foliage. Vibrant color makes it a stunning accent plant or a fun addition to the conifer garden. Yellow color holds up well and resists burning in full sun. Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’.

(Cedrus libani var. stenocoma)—A more cold hardy form, found growing natively in the mountians of Turkey. A stately tree with rich green foliage. Height 30-50’, spread 20-30’.

Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca Pendula’)—This weeping conifer with its bright silvery-blue needles and unusual weeping habit is an eye-catching accent in any garden. Can be treated as a weeping form or trained to sprawl on the ground or some kind of support. Needs to be planted in a lightly shaded site, away from hot winds in an area that affords some winter protection as well. Height 6-8’, spread 6-8’.

GOLDEN-LARCH

CYPRESS

Golden-Larch

(Pseudolarix amabilis)—This deciduous conifer has soft green foliage that turns a fantastic golden-yellow in the fall. Grows very slowly into a broadly pyramidal specimen with horizontal branches. Should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and sited out of our hot summer winds. Height 20-40’, spread 15-25’.

zNEW!—Blue Pyramid Smooth Cypress -(Cupressus arizonica var. glabra ‘Blue Pyramid’)—A true cypress with vibrant powder-blue foliage color and reddish-brown scaly bark. We are certainly on the northern edge of where this plant can be grown safely, but we have had good luck with it for quite a few years now. We think is worth growing, but we do recommend more protected locations. It really is an impressive specimen. Height 15-20’, spread 8-10’.

JUNIPER (Creeping/Groundcover Forms) Alpine Carpet Juniper

DOUGLASFIR Douglasfir

(Juniperus communis ‘Mondap’)—An extremely hardy selection with attractive, soft textured, deep blue-green foliage and a dense spreading habit. An excellent groundcover choice for tough areas. Height 8-10”, spread 4-8’.

(Psuedotsuga menzeisii)—Although not widely used in our area, Douglasfir can still make a nice addition to a landscape. They are easy to grow as long as they are sited properly. Give them good drainage but keep them moist throughout the year. Plant them in full sun to partial shade, and protect them from our hot, drying summer winds.

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Blueberry Delight Juniper

Blue Star Juniper

(Juniperus communis ‘AmiDak’)—An exciting introduction from North Dakota State University. Rich dark green foliage with a contrasting silvery-blue cast on the upper surface. A dense, low-spreading juniper. Height 8-12”, spread 3-5’.

(Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Star’)—A very popular form with intense, bright, steel-blue foliage. A great, slow-growing plant for rock gardens or tight spaces like courtyards and narrow planting sites. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’.

Blue Chip Juniper

Broadmoor Juniper

(Juniperus horizontalis ‘Blue Chip’)—Bright blue foliage changing to purplish in the winter. Makes an excellent low growing plant for adding color to a landscape. Very popular. Height 8-10”, spread 4-8’

(Juniperus sabina ‘Broadmoor’)—A low spreader with a dense mounding form and rich, deep green foliage. Will tend to build up a little extra height in the center of the plant creating a nice little mound of green. Height 12-18”, spread 4-6’.

Blue Pacific Juniper (Juniperus conferta ‘Blue Pacific’)—An attractive selection of Shore Juniper with dense blue-green foliage. Very dense, low-growing habit that makes it useful as a groundcover. Needs well-drained soils and plenty of sun. Protection from winter sun and temperatures is recommended. Height 10-12”, spread 4-8’.

Calgary Carpet Juniper

Blue Prince Juniper

(Juniperus communis ‘Green Carpet’)—A nice, tidy, compact form with rich, bright green growth in the spring that matures to a dark green for rest of season. A good choice for tighter areas and rock gardens. Height 4-6”, spread 2 1/2-3’.

(Juniperus sabina ‘Monna’)— Soft green foliage and a low-growing, almost layered habit. Really works well as a low evergreen groundcover by itself or in front of larger plants. Height 10-12”, spread 4-6’.

Green Carpet Juniper

(Juniperus horizontalis ‘Blue Prince’)—A recent introduction from Alberta, Canada. Selected for its incredible blue foliage and its nice compact, lowgrowing habit. Looks good as a groundcover or even better cascading over retaining walls where the foliage can really be shown off. Height 4-6”, spread 3-6’.

Greenmound Procumbens Juniper (Juniperus procumbens ‘Greenmound’)—Very dense, light green foliage. Low-grower that make a great plant for small areas. Looks really cool when combined with decorative boulders or allowed to cascade over the edge of a retaining wall. Height 6-8”, spread 3-6’.

Blue Rug Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis ‘Wiltonii’)—This is easily the most popular Juniper we carry. Bright, silvery-blue foliage in a dense, carpet-like plant. Makes a great groundcover! Trailing growth makes a dramatic effect when allowed to cascade over the top of retaining walls like a waterfall. Super effect! Height 3-4”, 4-8’.

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Icee Blue Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis ‘Monber’)—A sport off of ‘Blue Rug’ Juniper with foliage is more silvery-blue. Tight growth creates a solid, dense groundcover.

Evergreens Eastern Redcedar

Attractive purplish tinge to the foliage tips in the winter. Height 3-4”, spread 3-6’.

(Juniperus virginiana)—This is the only evergreen tree native to Kansas. It is extremely tolerant of a wide range of exposures and conditions. Great for windbreaks and screens and widely planted for both. Excellent cover and food source for birds and other wildlife. One of the toughest. Height 20-40’, spread 15-20’.

Mother Lode Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis ‘Mother Lode’)—This is a stunning yellow sport off of the ‘Blue Rug’ Juniper. Brilliant golden-yellow summer foliage takes on rich plum highlights in the winter. Combines well with perennials and flowering shrubs. Height 2-3”, spread 3-5’.

Gold Cone Juniper (Juniperus communis ‘Gold Cone’)—A columnar selection made for its bright, golden-yellow foliage. A wonderful contrasting texture, color and form for the garden. A nice addition to a conifer garden as well as to mixed borders. Height 3-6’, spread 1-2’.

Prince of Wales Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis ‘Prince of Wales’)—A very low-growing form that makes a great groundcover. Foliage is bright green with a bluish tinge. Extremely hardy! Height 4-6”, spread 4-8’.

Hetz Column Juniper

JUNIPER

(Juniperus chinensis ‘Hetzii Columnaris’)—An upright, pyramidal form known for its hardiness. Green to blue-green foliage. Produces a heavy display of showy, blue-green cones or “fruits”. Height 15-20’, spread 5-8’.

(Spreading/Globe Forms) Gold Coast Juniper

Hillspire Juniper

(Juniperus chinensis ‘Aurea’)—A compact, spreading form with golden-yellow new growth. Color holds well through the summer and into the winter. Popular for foundation plantings. Height 3-4’, spread 4-6’.

(Juniperus virginiana ‘Hillspire’ (syn. ‘Cupressifolia’)—Dense, pyramidal shape with bright green foliage. A nice full habit that make it a perfect choice for windbreaks and screens. A tough selection of our native Eastern Redcedar. Supposedly a male selection. Height 20-30’, 10-15.

Grey Owl Juniper (Juniperus virginiana ‘Grey Owl’)—An attractive spreading form with smoky, blue-gray foliage and abundant silvery berries. Extremely tough. Makes a great landscape plant. Height 3-4’, spread 4-6’.

Miniature Common Juniper (Juniperus communis ‘Miniature’)—An extremely dwarf form, similar in appearance to ‘Compressa’, maybe just a little broader with age. Proven to be a little more durable in tougher climates, making it a logical choice in our area. Narrow, upright habit makes it a useful accent plant in the garden. Height 3-4’, spread 1-2’.

Kallay Compact Pfitzer Juniper (Juniperus chinensis ‘Pfitzerana Kallay’)—Very compact, tight, dense-growing form of the ‘Pfitzer’ Juniper. Excellent spreading form that makes a great plant for landscape use. Extremely tolerant of hot, dry growing conditions. Height 2-3’, spread 3-6’.

Sky Rocket Juniper (Juniperus scopulorum ‘Sky Rocket’)—One of the narrowest junipers available. Plant may be 15’ tall and only 2-3’ wide. Foliage is bluish-green. Height 1520’, spread 3-5’.

Saybrook Gold Juniper (Juniperus chinensis ‘Saybrook Gold’)—One of the brightest yellow forms available. Compact, spreading habit and a nice small shrub size, perfect for landscape use. Height 2-3’, spread 4-5’.

Spartan Juniper (Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’)—Rich green color with a dense pyramidal habit. This fast grower holds color well through the winter. Height 15-20’, spread 4-8’.

Sea Green Juniper (Juniperus chinensis ‘Sea Green’)—Very popular, compact form with a more upright, vase-shaped habit. Dark green foliage that holds well in the winter. Can be maintained lower for foundation plantings or allowed to grow higher for hedges and screens. Height 4-6’, spread 6-8’.

Taylor Juniper (Juniperus virginiana ‘Taylor’)—An outstanding selection of our native juniper. This selection was found growing in Taylor, Nebraska, so you know it is tough! Has a handy, upright, columnar to pyramidal habit making it well suited to hedges, screens or accent planting. Attractive blue-green foliage color. Height 15-20’, spread 3-4’.

JUNIPER

(Upright/Tree Forms) Blue Point Juniper

Tolleson’s Weeping Juniper

(Juniperus chinensis ‘Blue Point’)—An extremely dense, pyramidal form with a tear drop shape and blue-green foliage. Can be maintained smaller if needed. Height 8-10’, 3-6’.

(Juniperus scopulorum ‘Tolleson’s Weeping’)—Cool! That really says it all. This very graceful, weeping tree has silvery-blue foliage that hangs down like strings creating a Weeping Willow-like specimen; only much smaller and with evergreen foliage. Eye-catching plant! Height 10-15’, spread 10-15’.

Canaert Juniper

Wichita Blue Juniper

(Juniperus virginiana ‘Canaertii’)—Compact pyramidal growth when young, opening with age. Develops a very picturesque appearance with age. Heavy set of small whitish-blue berry-like cones that birds absolutely love. One of the best upright junipers. Great for specimen use as well as screen plantings. Height 15-20’, 10-15’.

(Juniperus scopulorum ‘Wichita Blue’)—Bright blue foliage with a good pyramidal form. Very showy, colorful form that makes a nice addition to the landscape. One of the brightest blue upright forms available. Height 10-15’, spread 5-8’.

Compressa Juniper (Juniperus communis ‘Compressa’)—This is an extremely dwarf form with a tight, upright, cone-shape habit. A very slow-growing selection with silverygreen foliage. Popular with conifer enthusiasts. Height 3-4’, spread 12-18”.

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PINE

of growing conditions and make excellent plants for our landscapes. Height 6070’, spread 20-30’.

(Pinus nigra)—Austrian Pine is a widely used plant in our area for screens and windbreaks. It has bright green needles that hold their color well in the winter and a vigorous, symmetrical habit. Height 50-60’, spread 20-30’.

‘Blue Shag’—A very compact selection with soft blue-green foliage. Very dwarf, rounded plant useful for specimen plantings. Height 3-4’, spread 3-5’.

Austrian Pine

Jack Pine

Bosnian Pine

(Pinus banksiana)—This is one of the hardiest pines native to North America and can be found in the wild as far north as the Arctic Circle. Often found growing in very poor, sandy soils. Plant in full sun and soils with good drainage.

(Pinus leucodermis)—This is a wonderful pine with many good qualities. Dark green needles that tend to hold on for 5-6 years give a fuller appearance. Slow, even growth a makes this pine an outstanding ornamental plant. Very tough! Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

‘Uncle Fogy’—A really fun weeping form! Branches cascade downward creating a graceful specimen. Winter buds are densely covered with resin giving the appearance of hundreds of tiny icicles covering the tree. Height and spread depend on culture.

‘Emerald Arrow’—A beautiful form with a compact, more upright, narrow form that would be perfect for specimen use. Rich, dark green foliage. Height 20-30’, spread 5-12’. zNEW!— ‘Irish Bell’—A dense little form with width nearly matching its height, creating a somewhat “bell-like” appearance. Stiff dark green needles on silver-white stems. Very slow growing selection. Height 6-10’, spread 6-9’. ‘Zwerg Schneverdingen’—With a name like this, you ought to plant one just so you can impress your friends! Actually, it is a great plant, featuring the dark green foliage of the Bosnian Pine in a nice narrow, compact form. Height 10-15’, spread 4-8’.

Japanese Umbrella Pine zNEW!—Joe Kozey Japanese Umbrella Pine—(Sciadopitys verticillata ‘Joe Kozey’)—A narrower form of the species that is reported to hold up better to snow loads due to sturdier branches that are held more tightly to the trunk. Although technically not a true pine, we list it here because it looks like a pine. A very unique tree. Height 15-20’, spread 5-10’.

Lacebark Pine (Pinus bungeana)—This pine is prized for its striking, exfoliating bark. Irregular patches flake off revealing greenish, whitish, and brownish patterns below. Dark green foliage. A wonderful specimen tree. Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)—One of our native North American pines. Eastern White Pine is well known for its soft, bright green foliage. They are very tolerant of a wide range

‘Diamant’—A very small, compact selection with the same rich green needle color of the species. Compact size lends it to use in tight areas. Height 4-8’, spread 3-6’. ‘Rowe Arboretum’—A wonderful selection with more compact, uniform growth. This beautifully shaped tree also has an impressive bark display, a patchwork of white, green and brown. Height 20-30’, spread 15-20’.

Limber Pine (Pinus flexilis)—A very hardy pine found throughout the Rocky Mountains. Needles are bluish-green and soft to the touch, much like those of the Eastern White Pine. Stems are very flexible, and actually can be tied into knots. This is a very tough, disease resistant, beautiful tree and an excellent choice for Midwest landscapes.

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‘Vanderwolf ’s Pyramid’—This has become one of the most popular pines we carry! The tree has soft, bluish-green needles with a very even, pyramidal growth habit. Develops into a wonderful specimen. Height 2030’, spread 10-15’.

has a large selection of winter decor including fresh greens, roping, and Christmas Trees.

Mugho Pine (Pinus mugo)—This is a commonly planted species also known as Swiss Mountain Pine. A very shrubby habit, and in fact is usually wider than tall. Very tough plant, but does prefer full sun and well-drained soils.

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‘Big Tuna’—A neat looking plant with a really fun name. This is an upright grower with a very dense habit. Extremely tough! Height 4-8’, spread 3-6’. ‘Dolly’s Choice’—A very narrow-growing form, perfect for an accent plant for a smaller space. Well suited to hot, dry, sunny areas. Use to create winter interest in perennial gardens and foundation plantings. Height 6-8’, spread 2-3’. ‘Dwarf ’ (var. pumilo)—This is one of the best dwarf Mugho Pine selections and certainly our most popular. A very compact selection with rich, green foliage. These are seed grown plants so slight variation from plant to plant should be expected. Height 3-4’, spread 3-5’. ‘Mops’—A very compact, miniature Mugho Pine. Maintains an extremely tight, rounded habit without any pruning. Would be an excellent choice

Evergreens

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‘Fat Albert’—An improved selection with a very dense, even form. Foliage is an intense blue color. Contrary to its name, it does not get any wider than other selections, it just has a nice full habit even as a young plant. Height 30-40’, spread 15-20’. ‘Hoopsi’—This is without doubt the bluest form available. A stately mature plant with good dense growth and uniform pyramidal habit. A must for the Spruce connoisseur! Height 30-40, spread 15-20’. ‘Mesa Verde’—A nest-type Colorado Spruce. Low-growing, wide-spreading selection with refreshing green foliage. Height 2-3’, spread 4-6’. ‘Procumbens’—A spectacular selection with rich blue foliage and a graceful, carpet-like habit. Will spread across the ground to form a wide-spreading specimen. Looks neat cascading over a wall or undulating around large decorative boulders. Height 1-3’, spread 3-8’. ‘Sester’s Dwarf ’—A dwarf pyramidal selection with bright blue needles. This selection will give you the specimen effect of a Blue Colorado Spruce without taking up as much room. A great option when space is limited and a stunning plant is needed. Height 10-12’, spread 4-5’. ‘St. Mary’s Broom’—This gorgeous miniature form is extremely popular. Intense, steel blue foliage in a small, tight mound. Very slow growth. Height 1 1/2-2’, spread 2-3’. zNEW!— ‘The Blues’—An absolutely phenomenal selection. Strong weeping habit, similar to Weeping Norway Spruce, but with the most wonderful powder-blue foliage. A specimen plant for only the most special of garden spots. Height and width depend on culture. ‘Waldbrunn’—A small form with a low, flat-growing habit, similar to ‘Mesa Verde’ but with needles that are more blue-green. Height 2-3’, spread 4-6’.

for a site where space is very limited. Height 1 1/2-2’, spread 2-3’. ‘Slowmound’––An outstanding, true dwarf selection. Dark-green, dense mound of foliage in a handy compact size. A cutting grown selection that allows for consistency in growth that makes it a great choice when uniformity is important. Height 3-4’, spread 3-5’. ‘Tannenbaum’—This looks like a perfect Christmas tree. A compact, pyramidal tree with dark green needles. Exceptionally hardy specimen. Definitely not your typical Mugho Pine! Height 8-12’, spread 4-6’. ‘Whitebud’—A very miniature Mugho Pine that never needs pruning. The name comes from the waxy winter bud covering that practically glows against the dark green foliage. Height 18-24”, spread 2-4’.

SPRUCE Colorado Spruce (Picea pungens)—As one might guess from the name, Colorado Spruce can be found growing in Colorado as well as throughout much of the Rocky Mountains. Characterized by dense, pyramidal growth, this tree develops into a beautiful specimen with age. Foliage color can vary from green to intense steel blue. Plant in full sun and well drained soil. Height 30-40’, spread 15-20’. ‘Blue Globe’ (‘Globosa’)—Probably the best known dwarf blue spruce. Brilliant, steel blue foliage in a compact, rounded plant. Very dramatic! Height 3-4’, spread 4-5’. ‘Columnar’ (‘Fastigiata’)—A more upright form with good blue color. Use where space is limited. Height 20-30’, spread 8-12’.

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‘Weeping’ (‘Pendula’)—A stunning form with a gracefully flowing, weeping habit combined with bright blue foliage. This plant makes a magnificent specimen! Height and spread will depend on cultural care. ‘Weeping Blue Slenderina’ (‘Glauca Slenderina Pendula’)—Electric blue foliage and a dramatic weeping habit. This selection will tend to develop into a more upward growing specimen, somewhat similar to a Weeping White Spruce. A stunning selection! Height 10-15’+, spread 4-8’.

‘Skylands’—Dramatic, bright golden-yellow foliage on slender branches. A fairly fast growing selection, developing into an upright, pyramidal plant. Plant in light shade to keep from sunburning the foliage. A truly eyecatching plant! Height 20-30’, spread 10-15’.

Serbian Spruce (Picea omorika)—As the name implies, Serbian Spruce comes to us from Serbian areas of southeastern Europe. A very adaptable species, it lends itself to many uses. Needles are glossy, dark green, each with two white contrasting stripes giving the tree remarkable silver highlights throughout. Height 40-50’, spread 15-20’.

Norway Spruce (Picea abies)—Norway Spruce is a large, fast growing plant with dark green foliage. It does well in most average soils and will tolerate full sun to light shade. We carry many selections with vastly different characteristics providing a form available for almost every location. Height 50-60’, spread 20-30’.

‘Bruns’—A narrower-growing selection with the same wonderful bi-colored foliage of the species; dark green needles with two white stripes on the underneath side. A dramatic selection that would make a wonderful accent or specimen tree. Height 25-35’, spread 8-10’. ‘Weeping’ (‘Pendula’)—Magnificent, formal selection with gracefully drooping branchlets that recurve at the tips. The branches also twist slightly, exposing more of the silvery undersides of the needles, giving the tree a lovely, bi-colored look. One of the most graceful and beautiful spruces we carry. Height 20-30’, spread 8-10’.

‘Acrocona’—This form is loaded with cones that decorate the ends of branches, almost like a Christmas tree. Upright, pyramidal habit with slightly pendulous branches. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’. ‘Barryi’—A very dwarf, globe-shaped form with short, dark green needles. Will develop a slightly pointed habit with time. Height 3-6’, spread 3-4’. ‘Columnar’ (‘Cupressiana’)—This selection has a very useful, upright, narrow habit. Dark green foliage. A perfect choice for yards where space is limited. Height 20-30’, spread 4-5’. ‘Fat Cat’—A dense little ball of foliage that sort of looks like “Fat Cat”...if you use your imagination and you don’t see very well! Slow growing and very compact. Plant in an area protected from hot afternoon sun. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’. ‘Formanek’—This is a groundcover-like form of Norway Spruce. Very flat growth will create a dense mat of foliage over time. Looks great creeping over rocks and walls! Height 1-2’, spread 5-10’. ‘Little Gem’—This is a great plant! A perfect, miniature, bun-like plant with very short, dark green needles. The growth is so dense, it is almost impenetrable. Height 12-15”, spread 15-18”. ‘Pumila’—A very compact, rounded form with extremely dark green foliage. Makes a beautiful plant for accent planting around courtyards, patios and rock gardens. Height 2-3’, spread 3-4’. zNEW!— ‘Pusch’—This is a cool sport found growing on an ‘Acrocona’. Like its parent, it still has a wonderful collection of cones at the ends of the branches. However, it differs by being much smaller, slower growing and more compact. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Sherwood Compact’––An attractive, narrowly pyramidal form. Ascending branches are covered with rich green needles. Makes a perfect accent plant with a Christmas tree-like appearance. Height 6-12’, spread 3-6’. ‘Tolleymore’ (‘Clanbrassiliana Stricta’)—An outstanding compact selection that forms a broadly pyramidal plant, much like a perfect Christmas tree. Height 6-8’, spread 4-5’. ‘Weeping’ (‘Pendula’)—This is a very popular selection with a graceful weeping habit. The cascading branches form curtains of dark green foliage. Great for use as a specimen or draping over a wall. Height and spread will depend on cultural care. ‘Witch’s Brood’—A very dense selection with light green needles. This slow grower looks like a green gum drop. Height 3-5’, spread 3-4’.

White Spruce (Picea glauca)—A native to the Rocky Mountains, White Spruce is one of our most adaptable species. It tolerates wind, heat, cold, and drought, but prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Plant in full sun to light shade. ‘Black Hills’ (var. densata)—This is a slower-growing, denser form of the White Spruce. Very even growth makes this a very attractive specimen tree. Height 20-40’. ‘Blue Wonder’—A wonderful blue form of the Dwarf Alberta Spruce. Use this plant as a pleasant accent in the garden, or stunning addition to the conifer garden. Reportedly does not suffer from the reversion problems that are common in other cultivars, although we find that occasional reversions are not uncommon. Height 5-7’, spread 3-4’. ‘Dwarf Alberta’ (‘Conica’)—This is probably the most popular dwarf conifer we carry. Shapes up like a perfect miniature Christmas tree. Very slow growth, about 1-2” a year. Height 5-8’, spread 3-4’. ‘Dwarf Globe’ (‘Echiniformis’)—One of the smallest, most compact spruce we carry. A very low, cushion shaped plant. Perfect for a rock garden. Height 10-15”, spread 12-18”. ‘Jean’s Dilly’—Pronounced John’s Dilly. An outstanding selection similar to the Dwarf Alberta Spruce but with smaller needles and about half the growth rate. Named after the founder of Iseli Nursery, Jean Iseli. Height 3-4’, spread 1 1/2-2’. ‘Rainbow’s End’—This unique selection boasts extraordinary color. This plant looks just like a Dwarf Alberta Spruce until the new growth comes out, then bright, creamy-yellow growth covers the plant, contrasting gracefully with the older light green needles. ‘Weeping’ (‘Pendula’)—This is easily one of the most stunning selections we carry! It is an upright grower, developing a strong central leader, while all the side branches drape gracefully downward, creating a skirt-like appearance. Outstanding! Height 15-20’, spread 5-6’. ‘Yukon Blue’—A compact selection with a nice dwarf habit and impressive blue needle color. Should mature out about twice as big as a Dwarf Alberta Spruce making it the perfect size for specimen use. Height 1215’, spread 6-7’.

Oriental Spruce (Picea orientalis)—Oriental Spruce is one of the most graceful looking Spruces, characterized by lustrous, dark green growth and an attractive uniform habit. It will perform best when given good, well-drained soils that do not get too dry and slight protection from winter winds. ‘Shadow’s Broom’—A small, nest-type spruce when young, devoloping a leader with age to form a more pyramidal specimen long-term. Rich, dark green foliage makes for a striking plant. Prefers a little afternoon shade in our area. Height 6-10’, spread 4-6’.

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YEW

‘Duke Gardens’—A compact, spreading sport from ‘Fastigiata’ discovered many years ago at the Duke Gardens in Durham, NC. Lustrous, deep green color, good sun and heat tolerance and good winter hardiness. A female form that will bear a small plum-like fruits if a male pollinator available. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Prostrate’ (‘Prostrata’)— A low, wide-spreading form. Height 2-3’, spread 4-5’.

Anglojap Yew (Taxus x media)—A tough hybrid yew. Selections of this species are numerous due to its many variations in growth habit. Dark green foliage. As with all yews, should be sited in some shade. Very hardy. ‘Densiformis’––A good, dense, spreading form. Dark green color holds well throughout the year. Height 3-5’, spread 4-6’. ‘Green Column’ (‘Viridis’)—A stunning, slow-growing, columnar form with light green foliage. New growth is a bright yellow-green. Would make a stunning accent or a neat addition into a conifer collection. Height 1012’, spread 1-2’. ‘Hicks’ (‘Hicksii’)—A narrow, upright selection. Produces numerous bright red fruits in the fall. Height 6-8’, spread 3-4’. ‘Taunton’ (‘Tauntonii’)—One of the toughest forms around, selected for outstanding winter hardiness. Also happens to be one of the best performers for hot climates. Height 3-4’, spread 4-6’. ‘Wardi’ (‘Wardii’)—A very dense spreading form, similar to ‘Densiformis’, but smaller in habit. Dark green foliage and bright red fruit. Height 3-4’, spread 3-5’.

Japanese Yew (Taxus cuspidata)—The Japanese Yew gives us many popular landscape plants. They should be planted in a shaded site in very well drained soil. All are very tolerant of pruning. ‘Capitata’—This is a very common pyramidal form that is often kept small by yearly pruning, but can be allowed to grow more naturally and achieve a greater size. Height and spread will depend on culture. ‘Captain’ (‘Fastigiate’)—A selection of ‘Capitata’ with a faster growth rate and a more uniform habit. Holds green color well through the winter. Can be trimmed to control size and shape. Height 10-15’, spread 6-8’. ‘Dwarf Bright Gold’—A bright golden-yellow form with a nice spreading habit. Individual needles have green and yellow stripes. A great plant for brightening up a shady spot! Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Dwarf Golden’ (‘Nana Aurescens’)—A compact, spreading selection with vibrant, bright, sunny-yellow new growth in the spring. Foliage turns rich dark green as the season progresses. An eye-catching plant, great for adding vibrant color to the shade garden. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Emerald Spreader’ (‘Monloo’)—An ideal dwarf selection for areas where height is limited. Dark green foliage and red berries. Height 2-3’, spread 4-5’.

Japanese Plum Yew (Cephalotaxus harriongtonia)—Similar in appearance to the well-known Yew, but actually a distantly related cousin. Once established, this species is known to be more heat and drought tolerant than traditional Yews. It may tolerate a little more sun, but we would still recommend a slightly shaded site for best results. We are probably at about the edge of its northern range so we would encourage using it sparingly. Size will vary by selection. ‘Columnar’ (‘Fastigiata’)—Similar in appearance to a Yew but with better heat and drought tolerance. Best planted in a slightly shady site, but it will tolerate some sun through the summer. This form has a more upright habit. Height 8-10’, spread 6-8’.

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Attracting Birds

Attracting Birds Every year millions of Americans discover the pleasure of attracting birds. Whether you are surrounded by wooded areas or live in an urban setting, birds will frequent your yard if you provide them with the basic elements they require: food, water, protective cover, and a sheltered place for nesting and rearing young. Water-Water is an irresistable enticement to birds, and it’s especially important to supply water in the winter when natrual puddles, pools and ponds are frozen. Most song birds are wary of deep water, so whether it is a pond or a bird bath, your water source should be shallow or have gently sloping edges. Nesting- As a general rule, most songbirds prefer to nest at heights between 6-12’. In addition to ‘cover’ plants listed, other prime landscape plants for nesting songbirds are small shade trees such as Dogwood, Hawthorn, Redbud, and large shrubs.

The best plants for feeding birds:

Amur Maple, Barberry, Birch, Bittersweet, Burning Bush, Cherry, Chokeberry, Cotoneaster, Crabapple, Currant, Dogwood, Elderberry, Gooseberry, Hackberry, Hawthorn, Holly, Honeysuckle, Juniper, Plum, Pyracantha, Redbud, Russian Olive, Serviceberry, Soapberry, Sumac, Viburnum, Yew

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Grasses, Ground Covers & Vines BAMBOO

tolerant and well adapted to our area. Native to our tall grass prairies. Attractive purplish-bronze fall color. Height 4-7’, spread 2-3’.

Believe it or not, Bamboo is actually a member of the grass family. This fast growing plant is well known for all the tall woody stems it produces. It can be an amazing landscape addition, creating quick screens and privacy as well as providing attractive evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage to enjoy. Bamboo has long been known as an agressively spreading plant, and while that can still be the case with certain species, non-invasive, clumping-type bamboo selections are now becoming more readily available and are offered below. Once established, bamboo requires very little care and has very few problems that bother it. Of course, it is well known that panda bears love to eat bamboo, and they have been known to devastate small plantings, but that has not been proven to be a significant problem in this part of Kansas.

Blue Heaven Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparius ‘Blue Heaven’)—A selection introduced by the University of Minnesota with dark blue to burgundy summer foliage, changing to red to purple and violet in the fall. Taller, more upright selection. Height 3-4’, spread 24-30”.

Prairie Blues Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparius ‘Prairie Blues’)—Silver-blue to grey-blue foliage and a sturdy upright habit. Like all selections of this tough native prairie grass, it grows well in Kansas! Foliage changes to orange-red in the fall. Height 3-4’, spread 18-24”.

Mountain Bamboo

The Blues Little Bluestem

(Fargesia rufa)—Originating from the mountains of China, this is a cold hardy species with a clumping, non-invasive habit. An attractive plant with a mature size that fits a little bit easier into a lot of gardens. Grows best with afternoon shade. Height 6-8’, clumping.

(Schizachyrium scoparius ‘The Blues’)—This is a fantastic selection of one of our toughest native prairie grasses. Incredible blue foliage throughout the season, changing to deep burgundy-red in the fall. Showy purple-bronze seed heads late in the season. Height 2-4’, spread 18-24”.

Umbrella Bamboo (Fargesia murieliae)—Atractive bamboo foliage in a clumping form. Stems are powdery blue-green and leaves are bright green. Hardy. Height 10-14’, spread 6-12’.

DROPSEED Prairie Dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis)—A very tough native prairie grass. This is a slowgrowing, small species with rich emerald-green foliage throughout the summer changing to golden-yellow to orange in the fall. Sweetly fragrant flowers rise above the foliage late in the summer. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

Yellow-Groove Bamboo (Phyllostachys aureosulcata)—This is a vigorous running type bamboo, useful for screening. Dark green, semi-evergreen foliage and golden bamboo stems. Easy to grow, but give it space because it will spread! Height 10-15’+, running.

FESCUE

BLUESTEM

Elijah Blue Fescue

Big Bluestem

(Festuca ovina var. glauca ‘Elijah Blue’)—Low tufted grass with fine, silver-blue foliage. Needs well-drained soil and full sun. Height 6-10”, spread 8-12”.

(Andropogon gerardii)—This native prairie grass is also known as “Turkeyfoot” because of late season plumes that resemble a turkey’s foot. Extremely drought

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FOREST GRASS

length of the leaf blades. Vertical habit makes it a valuable accent and the bright foliage color only adds to that effect. Height 4-5’, spread 2-3’.

Japanese Forest Grass

Karl Foerster Reed Grass

(Hakonechloa macra ‘Aureola’)—A bright, small grass selection that does great in the shade. Bright yellow foliage, accented with green stripes. Leaf coloration is best in light shade. Height 12-18”, 18-24”.

(Calamagrastis arundinacea ‘Karl Foerster’)—Upright, narrow habit. Showy, narrow, spikey blooms start out pink in mid-summer, turn golden tan in fall. Looks great in mass plantings. PPA Perennial Plant of the Year 2001. Height 4-5’, spread 2-3’.

FOUNTAIN GRASS

Annual Purple Fountain Grass

Korean Feather Reed Grass

(Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’)—Outstanding ornamental purple foliage and foxtail blooms. Makes a large, attractive clump in one season. Although this plant technically is a perennial, it is not winter hardy enough to make it though our winters, so treat as an annual. One of the best! Height 3-4’. A 2003 Pride of Kansas Selection.

(Calamagrastis arundinacea var. brachytricha)—Delicate, rich green foliage turns a bright, clear yellow in the fall. The emerging flower spikes are a wonderful rosy-pink that matures to a golden wheat color. This selection does equally well in lightly shaded areas and full sun. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

Overdam Reed Grass

Dwarf Fountain Grass

(Calamagrastis arundinacea ‘Overdam’)—A tight, tufted grass with showy green and white variegated foliage. Golden floral plumes develop in the summer adding vertical interest to the plant. Height 3-4’, spread 2-3’.

(Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Hameln’)—Probably the best of the fountain grasses and definitely the most popular. Handy short habit makes it useful in a variety of settings. Showy, bottlebrush-like flower spikes adorn the plant through the late summer and on into the winter. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

RIBBON GRASS

Fountain Grass

Variegated Ribbon Grass

(Pennisetum alopecuroides)—A very popular grass with showy, 5-7” long, bottle brush-like plumes late in the summer. Creates a wonderful effect. Looks great as a specimen or in mass plantings. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

(Phalaris arundinacea var. picta)—Green and white variegated foliage. Spreads vigorously, making it a good ground cover. Very tolerant of soils and growing conditions including both sun and light shade. Height 12-18”, spread 3-5’.

Karley Rose Fountain Grass

SEA OATS

(Pennisetum orientale ‘Karley Rose’)—An elegant selection with beautiful rosepurple flowers rising about rich green foliage. Height 2 1/2-3 1/2’, spread 2-3’.

Northern Sea Oats

Little Bunny Fountain Grass

(Chasmanthium latifolium)—Bamboo-like grass with light green leaves and showy, pendulous, oat-like seed heads. Blooms are excellent in arrangements. Height 2-3’, spread 12-18”.

(Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Little Bunny’)—Smallest of the fountain grasses reaching only 10-12” tall. Makes a small mound of soft green topped with cute little “bunny tail” plumes. Height 10-12”, spread 12-15”.

zNEW!—River Mist Variegated Sea Oats (Chasmanthium latifolium ‘River Mist’)—A cool variegated selection of the species. Prized for the graceful “oat-like” seed heads that hang from the stems and its bamboo-like appearance. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’.

GIANT REED GRASS Giant Reed Grass (Arundo donax)—A bold, giant grass with bamboo-like canes and long, drooping, gray-green leaves. Foot-long flowers in late season. Height 10-14’, spread 4-8’.

SEDGE

Variegated Giant Reed Grass

Blue-Gray Sedge

(Arundo donax ‘Variegata’)—A variegated form of this giant of a plant. Leaves and stems are striped creamy-white, creating an explosion of color in the garden. Spring growth is most vibrantly colored, fading through the summer to yellow-green. Absolutely stunning! Height 10-14’, spread 4-8’.

(Carex glauca)—A slow spreading clump of bluegray grass-like foliage. Tolerant of wet soils but does well in average growing conditions as well. Best in filtered shade. Height 10-12”, spread 2-3’.

Fox Red Curly Sedge (Carex buchananii)—An unusual plant with a unique “ever-brown” appearance. Very narrow leaves remain cinnamon-brown throughout the year. Makes a unique specimen for the garden unlike anything else you will come across. Excellent for winter effect. Height 18-24”, 2-3’.

PAMPAS GRASS (Saccharum ravennae)—This is one of our most popular selections, and has been used in Kansas gardens for many years. Quickly develops into a very large plant topped with large showy plumes late in the summer. Gives great year round interest. Height 8-12’, spread 4-6’.

Variegated Japanese Sedge (Carex morrowii ‘Aurea Variegata’)—A bright and showy selection with vivid golden-yellow and rich green variegated foliage. Does best in soils that don’t get too dry. Height 12-15”, 12-18”.

REED GRASS Eldorado Reed Grass (Calamagrostis acutifolia ‘Eldorado’)—This variegated selection of ‘Karl Foerester’ has dark green foliage with golden-yellow stripes running the www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Grasses SILVER GRASS

wide-bladed selection. Leaves are creamy-white, striped with green. Tolerant of light shade. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’.

Adagio Silver Grass

SILVER SPIKE GRASS

(Miscanthus sinensis ‘Adagio’)—Slender, silvery foliage forms a compact, graceful clump. Silvery-white blooms are held well above the foliage in the fall. Height 3-4’, spread 2-3’.

(Spodiopogon sibericus)—Also known as Frost Grass. Compact size and a handsome habit make this attractive grass an excellent choice. Bold, bamboolike foliage and airy, narrow panicles that are held well above the foliage create a dramatic effect when outlined with frost late in the season. Height 4-5’, spread 3-4’.

Autumn Flame Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Purpurascens’)—Very upright, almost vertical habit. Green leaves take on a bright orange-red color in fall. Magenta-colored fans appear early, maturing to white. Height 3-4’, spread 2-3’.

SWITCH GRASS

Cabaret Silvergrass

Dewey Blue Bitter Switch Grass

(Miscanthus sinensis ‘Cabaret’)—Copper colored plumes appear in late summer. Wide ribbon-like leaves have creamy-white centers. Height 4-6’, spread 4-6’.

(Panicum amarum ‘Dewey Blue’)—This North American native is a clumpforming beach grass found growing in dry sand dunes all along the East Coast. This selection has blue foliage and attractive seed plumes. Prefers dry, welldrained soils. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Yaku Jima’)—A compact version of Maiden Grass. Dark green, delicate blades form a graceful, vase-shaped clump. Early bloomer. Height 3-4’, spread 3-5’.

Heavy Metal Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum ‘Heavy Metal’)—Clumping, steel blue foliage on very stiff upright plants. Adds a wonderful contrast to the landscape. Height 3-4’, spread 2-3’.

Gold Bar Silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gold Bar’)—Just like Porcupine Grass, but a little smaller. Bright, golden-yellow bars on green leaves and showy plumes late in the season. Great bright color for a dramatic effect. Height 4-5’, spread 3-4’.

Northwind Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’)—Sturdy, upright growth with steel blue stems and olive-green foliage. This is a taller-growing selection that can reach 6’ in height over the course of the growing season. Use in mass plantings for screening, privacy and background plantings. Height 5-6’, spread 2-3’.

Graziella Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Graziella’)—This form is similar to Maiden Grass, but with a few improvements. Silvery plumes late in the season are held well above the foliage making a more dramatic display and fall color is a wonderful burgundy-bronze. Height 5-6’, spread 4-5’.

Shenandoah Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’)—A tough selection of one of our native prairie grasses, this is one of the few red-foliaged grasses available that will survive our winters. Foliage is tipped with deep, blood-red highlights and seed heads share the same color late in the season. Wonderful reddish-purple fall color. Height 3-5’, spread 2-3’.

Little Zebra Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Little Zebra’)—Similar to Porcupine Grass but with a smaller growth habit. Green grass blades are banded with bright goldenyellow. Attractive pinkish-copper flower plumes late in the summer. Height 3-4’, spread 3-4’.

Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’)—A very popular form with narrow leaves and a graceful “fountain-like” habit. Showy plumes emerge late in the season to add to the display. Great for winter interest in the landscape. Height 5-6’, spread 4-5’.

Morning Light Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Morning Light’)—Graceful, fine-textured, clumping grass with pastel green and white variegated foliage. Feathery plumes in fall. Height 4-5’, spread 4-5’.

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’)—A popular, wide-bladed variegated selection. Bright green leaves accented with yellow bands. Stands more erect than Zebra Grass. Height 6-8’, spread 3-5’.

Red-Silver Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Rotsilber’)—The emerging flower plumes are a dramatic metallic-red before maturing to a silvery-white color. Slender fine-textured foliage forms a vase shaped clump. Height 5-7’, spread 4-5’.

Variegated Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis var. variegatus)—An old-time garden favorite. Brightly colored,

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Planting Groundcovers? Use this table to help estimate how many plants your site will need. Inches Between Plants

Sq. Ft. Area 100 Plants Will Cover

No. Plants Per Sq. Ft.

4”

11 sq. ft.

9.0

6”

25 sq. ft.

4.0

8”

44 sq. ft.

2.25

10”

70 sq. ft.

1.45

12”

100 sq. ft.

15”

156 sq. ft.

1 per 1.56 sq. ft.

18”

225 sq. ft.

1 per 2.25 sq. ft.

24”

400 sq. ft.

1 per 4 sq. ft.

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Ground Covers AJUGA Bronze Ajuga (Ajuga reptans cvs.)—A low, dense, fast growing perennial creeping plant. Excellent for covering ground in shady places. Will tolerate sun if well watered. Blue flowers in early summer. Foliage is a dark bronzy-purple.

EUONYMUS Coloratus Euonymus (Purpleleaf Wintercreeper) (Euonymus fortunei var. coloratus)—Very popular groundcover plant. Dark green foliage creates a dense cover through the growing season. Leaves then stay on the plant through the winter, changing to a plum-purple. Height 12-18”.

IVY English Ivy (Hedra helix)—A very hardy evergreen vine, great for use as a groundcover. Glossy, dark green foliage throughout the year. Requires shade. Height 4-6’.

KINNIKINICK Massachusetts Kinnikinick (Arctostaphylos uva-ursia ‘Massachusetts’)—Also known as Bearberry. A neat evergreen groundcover plant with lustrous dark green foliage, pink-tinged white flowers and red fruits. Prefers acidic, very well-drained soils with very low fertility. Never fertilize! Height 6-12”, spread 3-6’.

LIRIOPE Big Blue Liriope (Liriope muscari ‘Big Blue’)—Broad, dark green strap-like leaves. Small, light lavender flowers are borne on 12-18” spikes in summer. Plant in full to partial shade. Height 12”.

Creeping Liriope (Liriope spicata)—Dark green, grass-like leaves throughout the season. Produces grape hyacinth-like flowers in the summer. Spreading habit makes this a good groundcover. Very tolerant of tree root competition and shade. Height 12”.

MONDO GRASS

Silver Dragon Liriope

Ebony Knight Mondo Grass

(Liriope spicata ‘Silver Dragon’)—Dark green, grass-like leaves with a bright white variegation. Spreading habit.

(Ophiopogon pleniscarpus ‘Ebony Knight’)—Striking purplish-black foliage. Pinkish-white flower spikes appear in summer. Plant in a protected location with partial shade. Height 6-8”.

Silvery Sunproof Liriope (Liriope muscari ‘Silvery Sunproof’)—White variegated form that does well in full sun or shade. Lavender flowers stand above foliage. Height 12”.

PACHYSANDRA

Variegated Liriope

Japanese Pachysandra

(Liriope muscari ‘Variegata’)—Same as the green Liriope but with yellow and green variegation. Height 12”.

(Pachysandra terminalis ‘Green Carpet’)—Evergreen groundcover spreading by rhizomes. Excellent groundcover for shade. Prefers acid soil and abundant supply of organic matter. Height 6-8”.

MAHONIA

VINCA

Creeping Mahonia

Vinca Minor

(Mahonia repens)—A spreading evergreen groundcover with holly-like foliage. Dull, blue-green foliage in summer changes to purple in winter. Deep yellow flowers in the spring. Needs to be planted in moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Avoid very hot, dry, exposed sites. Tolerates shade. Height 6-18”.

(Vinca minor)—Shiny, dark green foliage with blue flowers. Grows flat on the ground. Makes an excellent groundcover for shady areas. Evergreen and very hardy. Height 6-8”.

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Pruning Clematis Group A: This group is made up of early-flowering selections that produce flowers from buds produced the previous season (or sometimes called old wood). Dead or weak stems can be removed immediately after flowering, as well as any growth that has spread beyond its designated space. New growth produced after this pruning will ripen as the season progresses and bear flowers the next year. Group B: This group is made up of selections that bloom off old wood in the spring, many of which will rebloom later on current season’s shoots (often referred to as new wood). All dead or weak stems should be removed late in the winter or early in the spring prior to bud break. If desired, remaining stems can be pruned down to the highest pair of strong buds, although this is not entirely necessary. A few can tolerate severe spring pruning if size control is an issue.

Clematis Every Gardener Should Try

Group C: This group is made up of selections that produce their flowers on current season’s growth. These plants will produce a much more impressive display of flowers if all shoots are pruned back to about 1-21/2 feet from the soil line early in the spring before new growth emerges.

‘Jackmani’—Large velvet-purple flowers make this a garden favorite. ‘Sweet Autumn’—Huge quantities of small white flowers in the fall. Great fragrance! ‘Madame Julia Correvon’—Mid-sized blooms of rich wine-red. Very vigorous. ‘Bushy Blue Belle’—Small, bush-type plant with dainty, blue, bell-shaped flowers. ‘Duchess of Edinburg’—Large, fully double, white flowers. Exquisite! ‘Princess Diana’—Bright pink, tulip-like flowers. A beautiful plant named for a beautiful person.

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Newly Planted Clematis: Regardless of flowering habits, all newly planted clematis should be pruned hard, down to about 12-18” from the ground, the first spring after planting. This is done to help encourage a sturdier, more heavily branched base, making the vine more durable.

Vines AKEBIA

Height 8-12’. Group C. ‘Franziska Maria’ (‘Evipo008’)—Double flowers of blue-purple on both old and new growth. A heavy bloomer throughout most of the season. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Galore’ (‘Evipo032’) (syn. ‘Vesuvius’)—A heavy flowering form showcasing bright purple flowers with yellow centers. Height 8-10’. Group C. ‘Golden’ (C. tangutica)—Produces large quantities of pendulous, bell-like, golden-yellow flowers. Bright green summer foliage and impressive fluffy seedheads in the fall and the winter. Prune to about 18” each spring for best flowering. Height 15-20’. Group C. ‘Henryi’—This extremely popular variety has been a garden favorite for well over a century. Extremely large, 6-8” diameter flowers are pure white with a chocolate center. Makes a great cut flower. Height 8-10’. Group B. ‘Huldine’—A vigorous grower producing large numbers of pearly-white flowers about 3-4” across. Awarded the Royal Horticulture Society Award of Merit. Prune to about 12-18” each spring. Height 10-15’. Group C. ‘Jackmani’—A classic! Blooms heavily in June and continues blooming lightly all summer. Deep purple. Ht. 8-12’ . Group C. ‘Jackmani Superba’—Large, deep rich purple flowers about 5” across that are produced in large numbers from mid-summer to fall. Height 8-10’. Group C. ‘Liberation’ (‘Evifive’)—A striking selection with large (up to 9” diameter during the first flush), deep pink flowers with a bright golden-yellow center. Height 8-10’. Group B. ‘Madame Julia Correvon’ (C. viticella)—Large, wine-red flowers with yellow center. An award winner that will bloom June-September. Prune hard in the spring. Height 8-12’. Group C. ‘Miss Bateman’—Produces beautiful satin-white flowers, 5-6” in diameter with dark red contrasting centers. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Mongolian’ (C. hexapetala)—An herbaceous perennial species. Produces numerous single, white flowers, 1 1/2” in diameter. Could easily be incorporated into perennial border. Prune back hard each spring. Height 2-3’. Group C. ‘Monte Cassino’—Velvety, reddish-purple flowers, 6-8” across with creamywhite centers. A strong growing, vigorous selection. Height 8-10’. Group B. ‘Multi-Blue’—An unusual double clematis with stunning 4-5” blue flowers. Blooms are produced in the spring off of old wood so limit pruning to dead or damaged branches only or until after spring flowers have finished. Plant will rebloom late in the summer. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Petite Faucon’ (‘Evisix’) — This is a wonderful modern hybrid with an abundant production of nodding, deep blue flowers up to 3 1/2” across with slightly twisted petals. Looks great rambling through other plants or planted on a small trellis. Height 3-5’. Group C. ‘Pink Champagne’—A vigorous selection with multi-colored flowers. Petals are deep pink fading to light pink in the center and anthers are bright yellow. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Princess Diana’ (C. texanensis)—A semi-herbaceous selection with beautiful luminous pink, tulip-like flowers. Looks neat rambling through low shrubs or perennials where flowers can be viewed from above. Height 6-8’. Group C. ‘Rebecca’ (‘Eviop016’)—Large, bright red to scarlet-red flower with a creamy-yellow center. A very heavy blooming selection. Height 6-8’. Group B. zNEW!—‘Rosemore’(‘Evipo 002’)—Reddish-purple flowers with a yellow center. Large blooms (5-6” in diameter) from May until September. Height 8-10’. Group B. ‘Rouge Cardinal’—A heavy blooming selection with rich, velvety-crimson flowers from midsummer to early autumn. Prune to about 12-18” each spring. Height 8-10’. Group C.

Five-leaf Akebia (Akebia quinata)—Beautiful, finely-textured foliage. Small purple blossoms are followed by large purple fruits in the fall. Height to 40’.

BITTERSWEET American Bittersweet (Celastrus scandens)—A very hardy native vine. Famous for its colorful orangered fruits. Vigorous grower that needs a support to grow on. It is recommended to plant more than one for good fruit production. Height 20-30’. ‘Autumn Revolution’ (‘Bailumn’)—You don’t have to worry about male or female plants with this one! The majority of the flowers on each plant contain both male and female parts, creating reliable fruit production with only one plant. Fruits also tend to be larger than those of other selections. Height 20-30’. ‘Greek Mix’ (‘Diana & Hercules’)—A match made in heaven...or at least in our nursery! Each container contains both a ‘Hercules (male) and a ‘Diana’ (female) bittersweet vine to insure pollination and fruit set in every planting. Height 20-30’.

CLEMATIS (Clematis hybrids)—One of the showiest flowering vines available. Plant in full sun but keep their roots cool by heavy mulching or shading the ground with smaller plantings. ‘Arabella’—Beautiful, single, deep blue-mauve flowers on a semi-herbaceous, non-clinging, perennial-like plant. This heavy bloomer would be a good candidate for interplanting with other perennials or small shrubs. Height 4-6’. Group C. ‘Arctic Queen’ (‘Evitwo’)—A stunningly beautiful, fully double, white flowering selection. This heavy bloomer will produce double flowers on both old and new wood. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Barbara Harrington’—Beautiful, purplish-red flowers from late spring until fall. A selection raised from ‘Comtesse de Bouchaud’. Height 6-10’. Group C. ‘Bonanza’ (‘Evipo031’)—A very heavy flowering selection. Blue-purple flowers with yellow centers. Height 5-6’. Group C. ‘Bushy Blue Bell’ (C. integrifolia ‘Caerulea’)—This is a herbaceous species of Clematis with dainty little bell-like flowers of violet-blue. Instead of vining, this species has a bushy habit with some stems growing erect and others growing more outwards. Makes a great filler plant for perennial borders. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’. Group C. ‘Candida’—Large, white flowers with prominent yellow-white stamens. Blooms in June and repeat blooms until October. Height 8-15’. Group B. zNEW!— ‘Claire de Lune’ (‘Evirin’)—A compact vine that produces large white flowers off and on through much of the season. Prune hard the first two springs. In subsequent years, cut shoots back to strong pair of buds early in the spring. Height 8-10’. Group B. ‘Duchess of Albany’ (C. texensis)—Abundant, miniature, candy-pink, tuliplike flowers held upright on thick flower stalks. Can be used as a cut flower, groundcover or on a trellis. Blooms mid-summer to fall. Height 8-10’. Group C. ‘Duchess of Edinburgh’—An old classic clematis selected for it fully double, white, fragrant flowers that reach up to 5” in diameter. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Empress’ (‘Evipo011’)—A large double flower with petals of pink and dark pink and a pom-pom like center. Heavy blooming. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Etoile Violette’ (C. viticella)—A vigorous, free-flowering form with beautiful, bell-like, violet flowers. Can be pruned hard in the spring.

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‘Royal Velvet’ (‘Evifour’)—The name aptly describes this selection. Flowers are velvet-purple with a dark red-purple center, are produced in abundance and reach 4-6” in dia. Height 5-7’. Group B. ‘Sunset’—A heavy blooming selection with large (4-5” diameter) deep plumy-red flowers with purple highlights. Height 6-8’. Group B. ‘Sweet Autumn’ (C. terniflora)—An extremely vigorous, very hardy selection with a phenomenal display of sweetly fragrant, small white flowers late in the summer and into the fall. This plant looks like a white, fragrant cloud when in bloom! Height 10-20’. Group C. ‘Vino’ (‘Poulvo’)—This large flowering hybrid has petunia-red flowers and a yellow/cream center. Blooms in late spring and again late in the summer. Height 6-10’. Group B. ‘Warsaw Nike’—A heavy bloomer with rich velvety red-purple flowers up to 6” in diameter and a contrasting pale yellow center. Prune only lightly in the spring by removing dead or damaged wood and then taking shoots back to the first pair of strong buds. Height 8-10’. Group B. ‘White Bushy’ (C. intergrifolia ‘Alba’)—A hardy, herbaceous perennial that produces dainty, bell shaped, lightly scented flowers of pure white. Easily incorporated into the perennial garden. Prune back hard each spring for best appearance. Height 1-2’, spread 2-3’. Group C.

the summer. An extremely tough plant, however some winter dieback may occur in severe winter temperatures. Height 20-50’.

DUTCHMAN’S PIPE Dutchman’s Pipe (Aristolochia macrophylla)—Vigorous vine with large heart-shaped leaves. Use on large structures to create shade or privacy. Flowers are yellow-green. Height to 30’.

GRAPE Purple Leaf Grape (Vitis vinifera ‘Purpurea’)-- Plant this grape not for the fruit, but instead for the stunning foliage. Leaves are plum-purple throughout the season and quite impressive. It does set small purple grapes, but unfortunately they are unpalatable. Height 15-20’.

HONEYSUCKLE Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera x heckrottii)—Large flame-coral trumpets, lined with gold. Hardy and everblooming. Best used on a trellis. Height 10-20’.

CROSSVINE

Hall’s Honeysuckle

Tangerine Beauty Crossvine

(Lonicera japonica ‘Halliana’)—Flowers are pure white changing to yellow. Very fragrant. Vigorous grower with semi-evergreen foliage. Use on trellis or mass plant to make an vigorous ground cover. Height 10-20’.

(Bignonia capreolata ‘Tangerine Beauty’)—A very fast growing, self-clinging vine with evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage. Ruby-tangerine flowers are produced in abundance in the spring and then repeats sporadically through www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

Vines Magnificent Trumpet Honeysuckle

foliage. Young leaves are a rich purple color. A male selection. May take several years before variegation begins to be exhibited. Height 8-15’.

(Lonicera sempervirens ‘Magnifica’)—A great plant for hummingbirds. Produces bright red to orange-red, 2” long tubular flowers with a yellowish interior. Heavy bloomer in the spring and then repeats sporadically through out the rest of the season. Height 10-20’.

PORCELAINBERRY Porcelainberry Vine

Purpleleaf Honeysuckle

(Ampelopsis brevipeduncalata)—An extremely fast-growing, hardy vine useful for covering structures and providing shade. Impressive fall display of 1/4-1/3” diameter, porcelain-like berries ranging in color from yellow to pale lilac, to amethyst-purple to bright blue. Height 10-30’

(Lonicera japonica var. purpurea)—Rich, purplish-tinted, dark green foliage with white flowers changing to yellow. Semi-evergreen and very hardy. Use on a trellis or as a ground cover for a large area. Fragrant. Height 10-20’.

‘Elegans’—This selection has slightly smaller leaves than the species. Foliage is brightly variegated white and green and new growth tinged with pink. Produces abundant porcelain-like berries ranging in color from yellow to pale lilac, to amethyst-purple to bright blue. Height 8-15’.

HOPS

Nugget Ornamental Hops (Humulus lupulus ‘Nugget’)—The mature female flowers, or hops, of this plant are typically used in the making of beer. However as an ornamental, this vigorous perennial vine makes an interesting, fast-growing showpiece for the garden. Provide a substantial structure to support the vine. Plant will die back to the ground each winter, but grows back quickly each season. Height 12-20’.

SILVERLACE VINE

Silverlace Vine

(Polygonum aubertii)—One of the fastest growing vines we sell! Just the thing to cover a big area in a short time, either on a trellis or on the ground. Blooms the first year with great masses of foamy white flowers. Height 10-30’.

HYDRANGEA

Climbing Hydrangea

TRUMPET VINE

(Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris)—Fragrant flowers are white and borne in 6-10” clusters. Exfoliating, shaggy bark. Slow to establish, then quite vigorous. Will do best in light shade. Excellent vine on a trellis, or if unsupported, makes a nice groundcover. Height 10-30’.

Balboa Sunset Trumpet Vine

(Campsis radicans ‘Monbal’)—A great introduction with spectacular, scarletred, trumpet shaped flowers reaching up to 4” in length! An extremely tough vine that hummingbirds just love. Height 10-40’.

Miranda Climbing Hydrangea (Hydrangea anomala var. petiolaris ‘Firefly’)—One of the best now gets even better! This selection has the same great climbing habit and impressive floral display of the species but adds green and yellow variegated foliage to the mix, providing color all through the growing season. Height 10-30’.

Boston Ivy

Common Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans)—Vigorous growing native vine. Bright orange-red, trumpet shaped flowers from mid-summer through fall. Good for butterflies and hummingbirds. Fast grower! Height 10-40’.

IVY

Yellow Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans ‘Flava’)—This is a yellow to orange-yellow flowering form of our native Common Trumpet Vine. An extremely tough and easy to grow plant. Needs a very sturdy support to grow on. Loved by hummingbirds. Height 10-40’.

(Parthenocissus tricuspidata ‘Veitchii’)—It will cling to brick, stucco, stone, and rough wood without support. The foliage turns brilliant shades of scarlet and orange in the fall. Height 20-50’.

Engelman Virginia Creeper

WISTERIA

(Parthenocissus quinquefolia ‘Engelmannii’)—This is a more refined selection of this native species. Leaves are dark green through the summer, turning a wonderful deep, burgundy-red in the fall. This vigorous, self-clinging vine is extremely hardy and durable. Also produces numerous small blue fruits that birds love. Height 15-40’.

Kentucky Wisteria (Wisteria macrostachys)—An impressive vine with 8-12” pendulous flower clusters. Can be grown on a large structure or staked and trained into a tree form. Probably the hardiest of the wisterias. Height 15-25’.

Thorndale English Ivy

‘Aunt Dee’ — An exceptionally hardy selection with light purple, slightly fragrant flowers produced in 7 1/2” long clusters. ‘Blue Moon’—An outstanding selection introduced from Minnesota, so you know it is hardy. Sweetly fragrant, blue to lavender flowers hang down off of the vine in an impressive display several times a season. In fact, it is reported to bloom three times a year! Height 15-25’.

(Hedra helix ‘Thorndale’)—A very hardy form with leaves a little larger than the species. Makes a great groundcover for shady areas. Also works well as a wall covering for shady areas. Evergreen. Height 10-30’.

Arctic Kiwi

KIWI

(Actinidia arguta ‘Issai’)—Self-pollinating, sweet, early-bearing plant. A male pollinator is not required for this selection, however it will tend to produce more and bear larger fruit with a male present. Height 10-20’.

Arctic Beauty Kiwi (Actinidia kolomitka ‘Arctic Beauty’)—Striking pink and white variegated

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What is Pollination?

bees. Weather can also influence pollination. Cool temperatures, wind and rain may prevent bees from working trees while they are in bloom. Also, bees are very sensitive to most pesticides, so avoiding applications during bloom time is critical.

Pollination is the term used to describe the transfer of pollen from the male portion of a flower, the stamen, to the female portion of the flower, the pistil. When this occurs, that flower is said to have been pollinated or fertilized. Flowers must be pollinated to begin developing into fruits or nuts. Most fruit trees are pollinated primarily by bees, most nut trees are pollinated by the wind.

One last thing to keep in mind. Even with successful pollination, flowers can be damaged or destroyed by late freezes, reducing or eliminating fruit or nut crops for the year.

So what is cross-pollination? Some trees are able to pollinate themselves and are considered self-fertile. Others require (or at least benefit from) pollen from another variety of the same type of tree. These varieties are considered self-infertile. This transfer of pollen between two varieties of the same kind of tree is known as cross-pollination. Many things can affect successful cross-pollination. First of all, it is critical that trees that are capable of pollinating one another are planted close to each another. Spacing trees more than 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; apart may result in reduced pollination from both wind and www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

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gray foliage produces mounding effect. Ht. 12”, 20” wide. ‘Valerie Finnis’ (Artemisia ludoviciana ‘Valerie Finnis’) - Showy silver foliage is excellent in the border as an accent plant or used in bouquets and wreath making. Ht. 18”.

(Ajuga reptans) - A wonderful groundcover for shady areas of the landscape. The colorful foliage provides a nice contrast to green leafed plants and blue or pink flowers create a sea of color in early spring. Spreads rapidly with adequate moisture.

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‘Bronze Beauty’–Waxy, bronze green, semi-evergreen foliage is attractive year-round. Blue flower spikes in spring. Ht. 6-9”, spreading. ‘Chocolate Chip’–Chocolate colored leaves that are smaller in width; 1/2”, good for small courtyards. Ht. 2”.

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A wonderful fall blooming perennial that is easier to grow than the popular mum. Likes well-drained soils and full sun. ‘Alma Potschke’ (Aster novi-angliae ‘Alma Potschke’) - Masses of bright rosepink flowers in fall. Very hardy selection. Ht. 2-3’, 24” wide. ‘Moench’ Blue flowers with gold centers. Very long bloomer. Ht. 36”. ‘Prince’ (Aster lateriflorus ‘Prince’) – Hundreds of white flowers with pink highlights and purple centers. Dark purple foliage. Blooms late summer to fall. Ht. 2’. ‘Professor Kippenburg’ (Aster novi-belgii ‘Professor Kippenburg’) - Lavender-blue flowers with yellow centers in early fall. Ht. 12-15”. ‘Purple Dome’ (Aster novae-angliae ‘Purple Dome’) - A compact, lavender blooming aster. Mildew resistant. Ht. 18-24”. ‘Winston Churchill’ (Aster novi-belgii ‘Winston Churchill’) - Violet-red flowers with yellow eyes. Fall blooming. Ht. 24”. ‘Wood’s Blue’ (Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Blue’) - Lavender-blue blooms and attractive dark green foliage. Ht. 12-18”. ‘Wood’s Pink’ (Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Pink’) - Attractive and compact with dark green foliage and clear pink flowers. Ht. 12-16”. ‘Wood’s Purple’ (Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Purple’) - Purple blooms in the fall and attractive, dense foliage. Ht. 12-18”.

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‘Honorine Jobert’ (Anemone x hybrida ‘Honorine Jobert’) - Abundant white flowers with yellow stamens that bloom in late summer to mid fall. Ht. 3-4’.

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‘Powis Castle’ (Artemisia aborescens ‘Powis Castle’) - Outstanding variety. Dense, silvery foliage resists opening in center. Non-flowering. Ht. 3’. ‘Silver King’ Striking plant with silver foliage that contrasts beautifully with burgundy foliage plants such as ‘Husker Red’ Penstemon. Ht. 36”. ‘Silver Mound’ (Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’) - Fern-like silver-

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‘Marshall’s Delight’–Pink, spicy, spider-like blooms in June and July. Mildew resistant. Ht. 3’. ‘Petite Delight’–Lavender-rose blooms in midsummer atop a dense mound of dark green, crinkled foliage. Highly mildew resistant. Ht. 15-18”, 1824” wide. ‘Raspberry Wine’–Deep raspberry colored blooms, very mildew resistant. Ht. 36”.

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Astilbes are excellent plants for shady moist conditions, with striking colorful plumes. Astilbes come in different colors and heights, some are useful as border plants, others do well in background plantings. Astilbes have wonderful fernlike foliage that give them an interesting texture to the shade garden. ‘Color Flash’ (Astilbe x arendsii ‘Astdev’) – Foliage emerges in early spring as brilliant electric green then maturing to burgundy, purple and green. Ht. 16-20”. ‘Color Flash Lime’(Astilbe x arendsii ‘Colorflash Lime’)-Spring foliage emerges a bright yellow then is softened to a light green as the season progresses. Ht. 12”, 18” wide. ‘Deutschland’ (Astilbe x japonica ‘Deutschland’) - Short, compact, creamy white plumes in mid-summer. Ht. 20-24” ‘Fanal’–(Astilbe x arendsii ‘Fanal’) - Narrow, full plumes of dark red in June and July. Ht. 24”, 20” wide. ‘Key Largo’ (Astilbe ‘Key Largo’) - Shiny dark green foliage with bright shellpink flowers. Ht. 16-20”. ‘Key West’ (Astilbe x simplicifolia ‘Key West’) - Wonderful dark burgundy foliage with shimmering carmine-red flowers. Ht. 16-20”. ‘Lollypop’ (Astilbe x japonica ‘Lollypop’) - Pink flower plumes on red stems. Bronze-green foliage. Great in pots. Ht. 16-18”.

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(Aegopodium podagraria ‘Variegatum’) - Vigorous, dense, spreading, green and white variegated groundcover. Ht. 6-10”.

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‘Mariesii’ (Platycodon grandiflorus ‘Mariesii’) - An excellent variety with large blue buds which open into star-like blooms. A beautiful border plant. Won’t tolerate wet soil. Slow to emerge in spring, so don’t cultivate over them. Ht. 15”, 18” wide.

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Amber Queen’ (Epimedium ‘Amber Queen’) - Gently arching stems over mottled leaves with golden-yellow flowers that turn orange later in the season. Blooms late spring to midsummer. Ht. 14”, slowly spreading. ‘Pink Elf ’ (Epimedium ‘Pink Elf’) - Dark pink, rich flowers with lighter pink petals. Blooms late spring to midsummer. Ht. 15”, slowly spreading. ‘Rose Queen’ (Epimedium grandiflorum ‘Rose Queen’) - Dainty crimson flowers with white tipped spurs. Good ground cover as an understory among acid loving shrubs. Spreads by underground stems. Prefers good drainage and a humus rich soil. Will tolerate dry, heavy shade. Old foliage can be clipped to the ground in the very early spring so the blooms stand out. Deer and rabbit resistant. Ht. 12-16”, slowly spreading.

(Belamcanda chinensis) - Heavily spotted six-petaled flowers are replaced by black seeds which resemble blackberries. Ht. 3’.

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‘Gold Heart’ (Dicentra spectabilis ‘Gold Heart’)-Brilliant gold foliage with arching sprays of pink flowers. Great contrast plant for the shade. Blooms spring to early summer. Ht. 30”. ‘Luxuriant’ (Dicentra formosa ‘Luxuriant’) - One of the BEST! Cherry-red flowers all summer long. Lovely, ferny foliage. Ht. 12-18”, 18” wide. ‘Pink Old Fashoined’ (Dicentra spectabilis) - Pink, graceful, arching, heartshaped flowers in spring. Never needs dividing. Ht. 2-3’, 2-3’ wide ‘White Old Fashoined’ (Dicentra spectabilis ‘Alba’) - Forms a mound of lacy foliage with arching spikes of white flowers in the spring. Ht. 2-3’, 2-3’ wide.

BEE BALM

BLUE-EYED GRASS

(Monarda) - Bee balms provide a magnificent splash of color in the perennial border. Mint scented, bright green foliage forms large clumps followed by large, brilliant flowers that persist over a long period. Excellent for attracting bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Provide ample moisture, full sun and good air circulation, divide every 2-3 years.

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‘Blue Eyed Grass’ (Sisyrinchium bermudianums) - Bright purplish-blue, star shaped flowers appear to float atop the clumps of dark green, grass-like foliage. Long blooming. Ht. 7-10”.

‘Cambridge Scarlet’–Clear red, spider-like flowers in summer. Mint-scented leaves. Ht. 30-36”. ‘Jacob Kline’–Large deep red flowers, extremely mildew resistant. Ht. 4’. www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

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‘Giant Black Eyed Susan’(Rudbeckia maxima) - Coarsely textured plant with 2’ long and 8” wide basal leaves. Yellow flowers are up to 3 1/2” in diameter. Ht. 5-8’. ‘Goldsturm’ (Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldsturm’) - Gold, daisy-like flowers with sooty-black centers all summer. Extremely durable. Ht. 24”, 24” wide. A Pride of Kansas selection. ‘Henry Eilers’ (Rudbeckia subtomentosa ‘Henry Eilers’) Light gold flower petals are rolled forming hollow tubes surround a brown cone. Ht. 60”. ‘Herbstonne’ (Rudbeckia laciniata ‘Herbstonne’) - Large, yellow blooms all summer on 5-6’ plants. 3’ wide.

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‘Winterglow’ (Bergenia cordifolia ‘Winterglut’) – Amazing ruby red winter foliage. Great groundcover. Red flowers. Ht. 12-15”.

Perennials BLUE STAR FLOWER

COLUMBINE

‘Blue Ice’ (Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’) Longer flowering period than other Bluestar Flowers. Dark green leaves turn bright yellow in the fall. Compact growth habit. Ht. 12-15”, width 20”.

‘Denver Gold’ (Aquilegia chrysantha ‘Denver Gold’) - Huge yellow flowers with long spurs, a Plant Select winner. Ht. 30”. ‘Nora Barlow’ (Aquilegia vulgaris plena ‘Nora Barlow’)-Fully double blooms. Compact, mounding habit. Prefers a rich, well-drained soil. Benefits from some afternoon shade. May reseed and cross pollinate to produce new colors. ‘Origami Blue and White’ (Aquilegia ‘Origami Blue and White’) - Free flowering. Uniform height and flowering time. Long-spurred flowers. Ht. 14-16”.

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‘Gay Butterflies’ (Asclepias tuberosa ‘Gay Butterflies’) - ‘Gay Butterflies’ is a mix of vivid colors; red, yellow, orange and bi-colors. Milkweed is slow to emerge in spring, so cultivate carefully. Fragrant. May reseed. Ht. 24”, 15” wide. ‘Ice Ballet’ (Asclepias incarnata ‘Ice Ballet’) - Flowers are white with a faint vanilla scent, and are extremely attractive to butterflies. Prefers a moist site but will tolerate a well-drained spot as well. Ht. 3-5’.

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Big Sky ‘Harvest Moon’ (Echinacea Big Sky ‘Harvest Moon’) - Petals the color of a deep golden harvest moon surround a golden-orange cone. Wide, overlapping petals. Extremely drought tolerant. Attractive seed heads. Ht. 24-30”. Big Sky ‘Summer Sky’ (Echinacea Big Sky ‘Summer Sky’) - A peach and rose bicolor flower up to 5” across. Very fragrant. Needs well drained soil. Drought tolerant. Ht. 30-36”, width 18-24”. Big Sky ‘Sundown’ (Echinacea Big Sky ‘Sundown’) - Bright orange and rose shades of petals surround deep orange cones. Fragrant flowers. Drought tolerant. Attractive seed heads. Ht. 32-40”. Big Sky ‘Sunrise’ (Echinacea Big Sky ‘Sunrise’) - Rose scented 3-5” lemonyellow daisy like flowers. Ht. 30-36”. Big Sky ‘Twilight’ (Echinacea Big Sky ‘Twilight’) - Rose-red, irridescent petals surround deep red cones. Drought tolerant. Fragrant. Attractive seedheads. Ht. 24-30”. ‘Bright Star’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Bright Star’) - Showy, 2-3”, rosy-red, daisy-like flowers in summer. Highly drought resistant. Ht. 30”. ‘Coconut Lime’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Coconut Lime’) Double white pompom like flowers. Compact foliage with well branching sturdy stems. Very floriferous. Drought tolerant. Ht. 26”. zNEW!–‘Cranberry Cupcake’ (Echinacea ‘Cranberry Cupcake’) - Large, cranberry colored bomb type or double flowers on a ‘cupcake’ of a plant. Free flowering plants are short and wide, great for any garden. Ht. 14-22”, width 22”. ‘Green Envy’ (Echinacea ‘Green Envy’) - Greenish-white flowers that turn pinkish-purple at the base with age. Needs well drained soil. Drought tolerant. Ht. 30-36”, width 3’. ‘Hot Papaya’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Hot Papaya’) - Double tufted centers are a mix of tangerine-orange with a touch of hot pink. Fragrant flowers. Ht. 18-24”, width 18”. zNEW! –‘Irresistible’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Irresistible’) - Orange-red, double flowers with dark green foilage. Large, 3” blooms. Ht. 30”, width 20-24”. ‘Kim’s Knee High’ (Echinacea ‘Kim’s Knee High’) - Clear pink, drooping petals on a dwarf coneflower. Ht. 12-15”. ‘Mac’n Cheese’ (Echinacea ‘Mac ‘n Cheese’) - Multi-branched stems hold many 4” brilliant yellow flowers. Highly fragrant blossoms will last 10-12 days in a vase. Strong sturdy plants that don’t require staking. Butterfly magnet. Summer blooming. Ht. 30”, spread 24”. ‘Magnus’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus’) - Wonderful, 4-5”, non-drooping, rose-red blooms all summer. Ht. 3’. ‘Merlot’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Merlot’) - Rose-pink flowers up to 5” across with huge cones in the center. Great in beds, borders and containers. Ht. 30”.

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‘Blue Waterfall’ (Campanula poscharskyana ‘Blue Waterfall’) A vigorous, low-growing spreader, smothered in deep blue, bell-shaped flowers with white centers throughout the summer. Ht. 8-10”, spreading. ‘Cherry Bells’ (Campanula punctata ‘Cherry Bells’) - Long red bells with a white edge are produced on strong stems that arise from a rosette of heart shaped foliage. The tubular flowers have tiny purple spots or flecks on the inside. Ht. 2’. ‘Kent Belle’ (Campanula ‘Kent Belle’) - A profuse flowering campanula, with 2 1/2” long violet blooms. Establishes quickly to form colonies. A beautiful perennial! Ht. 24-28”. ‘Pantaloons’ (Campanula punctata ‘Pantaloons’)- Double lavender-pink bell shaped flowers with dark pink spots on the light pink insides. Ht. 16”. ‘Pink Octopus’ (Campanula ‘Pink Octopus’) - Large puffy pink flower buds look similar to a Japanese lantern open with very narrow curving petals, resembling a pink octopus. Can produce over 50 blooms on mature plants. Inside of petals are spotted. Very long bloom time. Blooms in the summer. Ht. 10-15”. ‘Sarastro’ (Campanula sarastro) - Similar to ‘Kent Belle’, but with huge violetblue bells and a shorter, better branched, spreading habit. Ht. 18-20”.

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‘Purity’ (Iberis sempervirens ‘Purity’) - Clusters of small, pure white flowers on compact evergreen bushes. Blooms in May and June. Ht. 6-8”.

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‘Little Titch’ (Nepeta racemosa ‘Little Titch’) - A very compact Catmint. Tiny gray-green leaves. Blue flowers. Groundcover. Aromatic foliage. Shear back after the first flush to promote a late summer to fall bloom. Ht. 6-10”. zNEW!– ‘Purple Haze’ (Nepeta ‘Purple Haze’) - Purple-blue flowers spikes that resemble a butterfly bush. Silvery-green leaves form a low mat. Great in front of borders, as a groundcover, or creeping in a rock garden. Ht. 4-7”, width 20-30”. ‘Walker’s Low’ (Nepeta faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’) - Soft, lavender-blue flowers from April to fall. Ht. 10”.

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COREOPSIS

‘Pale Purple Coneflower’ (Echinacea pallida) - Drooping lavendar petals surround a dark cone. Ht. 3-4’. ‘Paradoxa’ (Echinacea ‘Paradoxa’) - A yellow coneflower. Showy flowers with a copper central cone and slightly drooping petals. Native to the U.S. Ht. 32”. ‘Pink Double Delight’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Pink Double Delight’) Double pink blooms on straight and compact stems. Very floriferous. Deadheading is recommeded to promote more blooming. Needs well drained soil. Drought tolerant. Ht. 20-24”, width 12-18”. ‘Pixie Meadowbrite’ (Echinacea ‘Pixie Meadowbrite’) - Soft yellow cones surrounded by pink flowers on a dwarf plant. Ht. 18-20”. ‘Pink Poodle’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Pink Poodle’) - A very exciting new plant! Huge dahlia-like blossoms are true pink. Strong, pencil thick stems. Fragrant flowers last 8-10 days in the vase. Summer blooming. Ht. 26”, spread 22”. ‘Pow Wow Wild Berry’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Pow Wow Wild Berry’) - Deep rose-purple, 3-4” wide flowers hold their color for a long time! Good branching and continuous blooming without deadheading. Ht. 20-24”, width 12-16”. zNEW! –‘Quills and Thrills’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Quills and Thrills’) Light purple-pink quilled petals make huge flowers. Ht. 24-36”, width 24”. Tennessee Hybrids (Echinacea tennesseensis ) - Purple-red daisy like flowers with narrow petals curving upwards around the cone. Lanceolate foliage is spread wide and low, leaving the flowers to rise above on wiry stems. Ht. 30”. ‘Ruby Star’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Ruby Star’) - Carmine-red flowers that ray horizontally, deeper color than Magnus. Blooms mid-summer. Ht. 40”. ‘Tiki Torch’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Tiki Torch’)-Huge deep orange flowers with wide petals. They hold their color well and have large coppery cones. Fragrant. Strong upright stems. Ht. 28-36”. ‘Tomato Soup’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘Tomato Soup’) - Delicious tomato soup colored blooms lasting 7-10 days before they fade, giving a kaleidoscope of colors. Well branched, sturdy stems. Fragrant blossoms. Summer blooming. Ht. 26-28”, spread 24”. ‘White Swan’ (Echinacea purpurea ‘White Swan’) - White, cone-shaped blooms all summer. Upright habit. Very drought tolerant. Ht. 2-3’.

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‘American Dream’ (Coreopsis rosea var. nana ‘American Dream’) - Ferny, almost grass-like foliage and small pink blooms. Drought tolerant and best grown in a very well-drained soil. Trim the plant back half way for a neater appearance and to encourage more blooms. Ht. 9-12”, spreading. ‘Autumn Blush’ (Coreopsis ‘Autumn Blush’) - Bright green mounds of ferny foliage are covered in large, peachy yellow flowers with red eyes. In cool spring and fall days, the flowers turn a wine-rose blush. Ht. 20”-26”. ‘Baby Sun’ (Coreopsis grandiflora ‘Baby sun’) - Compact plants covered with yellow daisy-like blooms. Ht. 12”. ‘Creme Brulee’ (Coreopsis verticillata ‘Creme Brulee’) - Larger, darker flowers than ‘Moonbeam’. The foliage is brighter green and more mildew resistant. Serrated flowers appear above and among the foliage. A late summer cutback will trigger new flowering. Ht. 20”. ‘Early Sunrise’ (Coreopsis grandiflora ‘Early Sunrise’) - Double, goldenyellow blooms. Ht. 18”, width 24”. ‘Full Moon’ (Coreopsis ‘Full Moon’) - Huge 3” canary yellow flowers. Large mounds with strong stems. Blooms all summer long. Cutflower. Attracts butterflies. Deer resistant. Ht. 24-30”. ‘Moonbeam’–(Coreopsis verticillata ‘Moonbeam’) - Lacy foliage and pale yellow flowers all summer. Ht. 12-18”, spreading. ‘Red Shift’ (Coreopsis ‘Red Shift’) - Creamy yellow 2” flowers with wine-red highlights. Color intensifies in cooler weather, changing to almost entirely red. Cutflower. Attracts butterflies. Ht. 30-36”. ‘Sienna Sunset’ (Coreopsis x ‘Sienna Sunset’) - Terra cotta colored flowers that lighten to orange with age. Treadleaf foliage with an exceptionally long bloom time. Ht. 15-20”. zNEW! –‘Star Cluster’ (Coreopsis ‘Star Cluster’) - Creamy white flowers with a gold button center are 1 1/2-2 1/2” across. Bushy clumps of bright green foliage. Cooler months mean that a small, deep purple eye will appear on each flower and possibly a purple edge on each petal as well. Easy to grow, with terrific garden performance. Ht. 18-24”, width 1824”. ‘Sweet Dreams’–(Coreopsis rosea ‘Sweet Dreams’) - Large daisy-like flowers, ray petals are white with a raspberry color at the base. Foliage is light and airy and would be a great filler plant between iris or daylilies providing all summer color. Ht. 18-24”. ‘Zagreb’ (Coreopsis verticillata ‘Zagreb’) - Deep yellow blooms, ferny foliage, and a compact habit. Ht. 12”, slowly spreading.

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(Heuchera hybrids) - Rounded to heart-shaped leaves in shades of green to silver to deep burgundy add a wonderful contrast to the garden. Airy spires of red, pink or white flowers are held well above the soft mound of foliage. Rich, moist, well drained soil and partial shade are required.

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‘Georgia Peach’ (Heuchera villosa ‘Georgia Peach’) - Creamy white flowers above large forming clumps with leaves up to 8” across. Amazing color changes throughout the seasons. Bright peachy-orange then rosy-purple by fall. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Ht. 14”. ‘Mahogany’ (Heuchera x ‘Mahogany’) - Glossy, mahogany-red ruffled foliage. The color changes from spring purple tones to summer red tones. Ht. 8-14”, width 16”. ‘Palace Purple’– Mahogany-red foliage. Sprays of small white flowers from early spring to early summer. Ht. 18” ‘Paris’ (Heuchera ‘Paris’) - Green leaves with deep rose flowers. Repeat blooms, with the bloom stem lasting 2 months. Groundcover. Great in containers. Ht. 10-14”, width 14”. ‘Plum Pudding’– Shiny, plum-purple foliage and a tight habit. Ht. 18”.

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(Coronilla varia) - Good erosion control groundcover for slopes or banks. Pea-like pink, white, or lavender flowers in late spring and early-summer. Ht. 1-2’.

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‘Rosy Igloo’ (Dendranthema ‘Rosy Igloo’) - Bright yellow centered flowers are surrounded by coral-red petals. Groundcover. Amazing fall color. Ht. 10-24”, width 30”. ‘Sunny Igloo’ (Dendranthema ‘Sunny Igloo’) -Double, bright yellow flowers with gold centers. Groundcover. Amazing fall color. Ht. 10-24”, width 30”. ‘Warm Igloo’ (Dendranthema ‘Warm Igloo’) - Orange-bronze flowers with yellow centers. Groundcover. Amazing fall color. Ht. 10-24”, width 30”.

Perennials Shasta Daisy

‘Mini Pearl’ - 3” blush melon pink blooms with a light yellow-green throat and light ruffling on the petals. Fantastic multiple bloomer with a very high bud count. Established plants can bloom for four or more weeks. Rebloomer. Ht. 16”. ‘Mini Stella’–1 1/2” yellow blooms. Repeat bloomer like ‘Stella de Oro’. Attractive foliage. Ht. 11”. ‘Pardon Me’ - Award winning daylily. Wine-red flowers, repeat bloomer. Ht. 18”. ‘Purple de Oro’ - Reddish-purple with yellow throat blooms all summer long. Ht. 16”. ‘Red Rum’ - Seven inch red blooms with white midribs. Diploid. Ht. 24”. ‘Salieri’ - So dark almost black flowers. Early summer blooming, flowers are 5 1/4” across. Ht. 26”. ‘Stella de Oro’ - 3” golden-yellow blooms. Repeats all summer. Ht. 18”. ‘Summer Wine’ - Wine colored 6” blooms with greenish yellow throat. A mid-season bloomer. Ht. 24”.

(Leucanthemum superbum) - Bred for flower output and vigor, Shasta Daisies make a wonderful display from June to September. Strong stems make a good, long lasting cut flower. Shastas do best with constantly moist, well-drained, good garden soil. Divide every other spring to help maintain vigor. ‘Alaska’- Large, single white daisy with a yellow center. Ht. 20”, 24” wide. ‘Becky’- Large, single white flowers on sturdy stems that hold up wonderfully in the wind and rain. Foliage holds up well in our Kansas heat and humidity. Ht. 3’. ‘Ice Star’ - Double white daisy flowers on compact plants. Very long blooming. Excellent cut flower. Ht. 24-30”. ‘Snow Lady’ - Dwarf, single white with yellow center. Ht. 10”. ‘Snowcap’ - Dwarf Shasta Daisy. Blooms June to August. Ht. 10-12”.

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(Hesperis) - Native wildflower with showy, fragrant purple flowers in the spring. Ht. 2’.

‘Blue Butterfly’ (Delphinium grandiflorum ‘Blue Butterfly’) - Multiple clusters of mid-blue florets on very dwarf plants. Early, long-blooming and heat tolerant. Ht. 8-10”. ‘Magic Fountains’ (Delphinium elatum ‘Magic Fountains’) - An upright grower with mixed colors of white, pink, blue and lavender flower spikes in late spring above green foliage. Shorter than standard Delphinium varieties. Ht. 2-3’.

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(Hemerocallis) - Daylilies are one of the easiest perennials to grow. They will tolerate a wet or dry site and full sun or light shade. Choose from softly ruffled to bold or bi-colored. Each bloom only lasts for one day but so many blooms are produced that the blooming period can last for weeks. Daylilies are disease and pest free.

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‘Chicago Apache’– Five inch intense scarlet-red blooms. The edges are ruffled with a deep tone of red. A very vigorous grower. Ht. 27”. ‘Fooled Me’-Gold flowers with red eyes and ruffled edges. Great performer. Ht. 24”. ‘My Reggae Tiger’– Large very robust flowers are atop a strong growing plant. Flowers have a bright orange blend over a yellow base with a deep, winemaroon eyezone and orange-yellow throat. Also one of the better tasting Daylilies. Ht. 24”. ‘Sherwood Gladiator’ - Extremely large, fragrant yellow flowers. We love this one! Ht. 18” - flower stalks to 5’. ‘South Seas’ - Attractive 6-7” coral blooms with a darker coral band. Fragrant. Reblooms. Ht. 30”. ‘Spacecoast Scrambled’ - Creamy-yellow blending into a gold edge. Great in mass plantings and containers. Ht. 18-24”.

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(Dianthus) - A magnificent addition to the landscape, this garden gem has beautiful, deep blue-green to green, grass-like foliage that forms thick, evergreen mats. Wonderfully fragrant, stunningly bright blooms smother the foliage in color early in the spring and sporadically through the summer. Provide well-drained, moist soil, full sun to partial shade, and lots of neglect and these plants will thrive. ‘Bath’s Pink’–Cheddar pink. Single, fringed, soft pink blooms with sweet clove fragrance. Low, silvery-gray mat of foliage. Ht. 9-12”, width 12”. ‘Firewitch’–2006 Perennial of the Year. Cheddar pink. Low growing dianthus with exceptional, deep blue-green foliage. Flowers are produced in abundance in the spring and then sporadically during the summer. Needs well-drained, average garden soil. Ht. 6”. ‘Prairie Pink’ (Dianthus ‘Prairie Pink’)- Large double, bright fuschia-pink, fragrant flowers. Ht. 18”, spread 24”. ‘Tiny Rubies’–Double rose-pink flowers on short, tufted, blue-green mounds. Great rock garden specimen. Ht. 4”. ‘Sweet William’ (Dianthus barbatus ‘Double Flowered Mix’) Lightly scented, flat-topped, fringed blooms in shades of whites, pinks, reds. Late spring blooms. Biennial. Ht. 8”.

Re-blooming Daylilies zNEW! –‘Bakabana’ (Hemerocallis ‘Bakabana’) - Yellow blooms up to 4” across. Very floriferus. Ht. 20”, width 15”. zNEW! –‘Berrylicious’ (Hemerocallis ‘Berrylicious’) - Light sangria red petals with a dark maroon edge and center. Blooms are 5 1/2” across. Ht. 24”, width 20”. ‘Double Firecracker’- Fire engine red blooms are 5” across and fully double. Reblooming. Ht. 22”. ‘Happy Returns’– Clear yellow 2 ¾” blooms in early summer and reblooms during the summer and fall. Ht. 15”. ‘Little Business’ - Raspberry red 3” blooms, with a band of white. An early midseason re-bloomer that repeats flowering later in the season. Ht. 16”. ‘Little Grapette’ - 2” grape purple blooms. Ht. 12”. ‘Mallard’ - Red flowers with a yellow-green throat. Midsummer. Ht. 2436”.

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‘Variegata’–(Fallopia japonica ‘Variegata’) - Variegated heart shaped leaves with splashes of dark green on a creamy white background. Foliage can be used for flower arrangement. New spring growth is coral pink. Tall and clump forming. Ht. 4’.

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Weeding & Mulching-The Essentials

Every garden has its weeds. Period. (Emphasis on period.) There are many cultural practices and products to use, but nothing beats pulling weeds by hand or tool after a soaking rain. This usually only takes a few minutes as you stroll through the garden (and can actually be quite enjoyable).

or watered in. A second application may be needed. The best product to use (at this time) is Hi-Yield® Turf and Ornamental Weed and Grass Stopper containing Dimension®. Always follow label directions. There are other products available as well, such as Corn Gluten for the organic gardener.

Spot spraying with a nonselective, post-emergence herbicide (Hi-Yield® KillzAll™ or similar product) is very effective. Follow label directions, pay attention to the spray target, and be cautious of drift.

Mulch is one of the best defenses for weed suppression and it does so much more. Three inches of mulch will reduce water loss, moderate temperature, eliminate root competition from turf, prevent winter heaving, add organic matter which improves soil structure over time, prevent soil crusting, and reduce or eliminate soil erosion. Besides all the horticultural benefits, it also keeps the garden looking nice. While the kind of mulch you use (pine, cedar, cypress, etc.) is of little importance, natural wood and bark mulches are preferred. Composted leaf and grass clippings work well, too. Weed mat or landscape fabric should be avoided as this defeats some of the horticultural benefits. Landscape beds should be re-mulched as needed every 1-2 years and usually only a top-dressing is necessary. Be sure not to mound mulch onto the trunks of trees or around the base of shrubs and perennials as this creates an environment preferred by pests and disease.

The use of preemergent herbicides can go a long way to keep weeds from taking hold and taking over. These products need to be applied early in the spring and timed with rainfall

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Perennials FALSE INDIGO

GAURA

(Baptisia australis) - Showy racemes of pea-shaped, indigo-blue flowers. Lowmaintenance plant. Ht. 3-5’, 3-5’ wide.

‘Crimson Butterflies’ (Gaura lindheimeri ‘Crimson Butterflies’) - Crimson foliage on a compact plant. Produces many hot pink blooms on stout reddish stems. Ht. 18”. ‘Pink Cloud’ (Gaura lindheimeri ‘Pink Cloud’) - Sturdy, upright habit. Airy masses of deep pink flowers above red-tinged foliage. Ht. 2-3’, width 2-3’. ‘Siskiyou Pink’ (Gaura lindheimeri ‘Siskiyou Pink’) - Airy, deep pink blooms with rose veins bloom early to late summer. Narrow, green leaves with maroon highlights. Ht. 36-42”. ‘Whirling Butterflies’ (Gaura lindheimeri ‘Whirling Butterflies’) - Arching stems of white blooms, which age to pink. New flowers produced from midsummer to fall. Ht. 32”, 18” wide.

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‘Carolina Moonlight’ (Baptisia papilionaceae ‘Carolina Moonlight’) - Long blooming spikes of pale yellow flowers rising from the foliage in early summer. Ht. 36”. ‘Starlite Prairieblues’ (Baptisia ‘Starlite Prairieblues’)-Soft blue flowers with white at the base. Blue-green foliage. Ht. 3-4’, width 3-4’. ‘Twilight Prairieblues’ (Baptisia ‘Twilight Prairieblues’) Chocolatepurple blooms on tall flower spikes. Needs well drained soil. Ht. 45-60”, 3-4’.

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Autumn Fern (Dryopteris erythrosora) - Evergreen. Fronds emerge coppery-pink, then turn deep green. Very hardy. Ht. 30”. Christmas Fern (Polystichum acrostichoides) - Evergreen, serrated fronds are great for borders or arrangements. Ht. 18-30”. Cinnamon Fern (Osmunda cinnamomea) - Erect, rusty brown new fronds in the spring. Foliage begins a pale green and darkens during the summer. Ht. 2-5’. ‘Japanese Painted Fern’ (Athyrium nipponicum ‘Pictum’) - Colorful fronds of blended gray-green and wine-red. Ht. 18”. ‘Ostrich Fern’ (Matteuccia struthiopteris) - Erect, gracefully arching fronds. Ht. 3-4’. ‘Royal Fern’ (Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis) - Slowly spreading fern. Easy to cultivate if kept moist. Will tolerate a very moist to boggy area. It is more tolerant of soil pH, accepting an extremely acid to a slightly alkaline soil. Ht. 3’, slowly spreading.

Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum) - Mounds of dark green, deeply divided leaves. Deep magenta flowers in late spring and summer. Ht. 10”, 15” wide. ‘Karmina’ (Geranium x ‘Karmina’) - Deep pink blooms during the summer. Great as a groundcover. Ht. 9”. ‘Max Frei’ (Geranium sanguineum ‘Max Frei’) - Magenta flowers, late spring through summer. Ht. 6-8”. ‘New Hampshire Purple’ (Geranium sanguineum ‘New Hampshire Purple’) - Deeper, colored blooms, shows up well in the garden. Long blooming period, early summer to early fall. Ht. 18”. ‘Rozanne’ (Geranium ‘Rozanne’) - Large 2 1/2” violet-blue flowers with white centers bloom for a very long time. Deep green foliage is lightly marbled with chartreuse. A good spreading plant that will cover 2 or 3 square feet in the garden. Ht. 20”.

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Blue Flax–(Linum perenne) - Dainty, pale-blue flowers appear in spring on delicate stems. Ht. 1-2’.

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(Geranium) - A wonderfully diverse group of plants, hardy geraniums provide delicate, finely divided foliage, brilliantly colored blooms, and many have stunning fall colors of deep crimson-red. If you provide afternoon shade and well drained, moist soil these perennials will put on a spectacular display in the garden.

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Canadian Ginger (Asarum canadense) - Heart-shaped 3-6” wide leaves, rambling ground cover, likes cool moist areas. Ht. 4”.

‘Heart Of Darkness’ (Heucherella ‘Heart Of Darkness’) - Beautiful green foliage with dark maroon and silver-gray markings. Impressive display of pure white flowers in the spring. Likes rich, moist, organic soils. Ht. 18” ‘Stoplight’ (Heucherella ‘Stoplight’) - Large yellow and red centered spring leaves. Summer color is yellow to green with a red center. Ht. 6-16”.

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‘Blue Glow’ (Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Glow’) - Intense blue, spikey blooms to use cut or dried. Ht. 3 1/2’.

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‘Foxy’ (Digitalis purpurea ‘Foxy’) - Mixed shades of white, yellow and red, some having spots. Blooms prolifically - often in the first year. Biennial. Ht. 36”.

(Solidago) - Contrary to popular belief goldenrod does not cause hayfever; ragweed that blooms at the same time is to blame. Solidago makes a wonderful cut flower and gives the garden late summer and early fall color. ‘Crown of Rays’ (Solidago x ‘Crown of Rays’) - Dense, golden yellow blooms August to October. Ht. 2’. ‘Fireworks’ (Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’) - Compact clump forming perennial, with flowers that look like fireworks. Ht. 3-4’.

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a near white. A large specimen plant for just the right spot. Ht. 36”, up to 65” wide. ‘Blue Umbrella’ - Large, waxy, blue leaves of heavy texture and substance. Lavender flowers have a white edge. Ht. 30”, width 5 to 6’. ‘Brim Cup’ - medium green, heart shaped leaves with broad white margins. Ht. 12”, width 16”. ‘Cherry Berry’ - Small to medium hosta. Pointed elliptic leaves, mostly white with irregular dark green margins. Stems and flower scapes are cherry red. Ht. 24”. ‘Elegans’- Heavily textured, large, blue-gray, rounded leaves. Ht. 24-30”, width 45-60”. ‘Fire and Ice’ - Heart shaped leaves with white centers and dark green margins. Ht. 10”-18”. ‘Fragrant Bouquet’ - Large, fragrant flowers and variegated foliage. The leaves are long with margins that start creamy yellow in the spring and change to white by summer. Smooth textured. Fast growing. Ht. 22”, 48” wide. ‘Francee’ - Crisp white margins on dark green leaves. Relatively sun tolerant. Ht. 18-24”, width 36-45”. ‘Frances Williams’ - Blue-green leaves with a wide cream margin. Ht. 28”, width 60”. ‘Ginko Craig’ - An ideal edging plant. Short lance-like leaves with sharp white border. Dark purple flowers. Ht. 12”, width 33”. ‘Golden Tiara’ - Heart-shaped green leaves with a wide golden margin. Compact, rapid growing. Ht. 10-12”, width 30”. ‘Guacamole’ – Apple green leaves are large, shiny and rounded with a wide green edge. Large fragrant lavender flowers. Rapid grower with good sun tolerance. Ht. 12-24”. ‘Halcyon’ - Great as a ground cover or edging plant. Spear-shaped thick blue leaves are heavily ribbed. Ht. 14”, width 32”. ‘Hottsy Tottsy’ - Golden yellow foliage with larger leaves. Holds yellow color well. Ht. 24”. ‘June’ - Leaves are pointed with gold centers and blue gray margins. Very distinctive. Good slug resistance. Ht. 12-24”. ‘Krossa Regal’ - Large, frosty blue leaves with a heavy substance. Forms a vase-shaped clump. Ht. 28”, width 70”. zNEW! –‘Limey Lisa’ - Lime-green heart shaped leaves create wonderful clumps of Hosta for the border or containers. Ht. 6”, width 6-10”. ‘Love Pat’ - Crinkly blue, thick cupped foliage that is very slug resistant. This very blue hosta loves the shadiest spots in the garden and will retain their blue color in deep shade. Ht. 18-22”, 26-40” wide. ‘Orange Marmalade’ - As the leaves mature, they change from bright yellow centers to bright white, surrounded by a green edge. Ht. 20-24”. ‘Paradigm’ - Gold leaves with blue green margins. Pale lavender flowers. Ht. 20”. ‘Patriot’ - Dark forest green centers and wide, white, irregular margins. Ht. 22”, width 30”. ‘Red October’ - Red petioles, blue green leaves with white underside. Ht. 10”. ‘Regal Splendor’ - A sport of ‘Krossa Regal’. Frosty blue leaves have a creamy yellow to creamy white margins. Forms a vase-shaped mound. Ht. 32”, 70” wide. ‘Sagae’ - Green leaf with creamy yellow margins. Very good slug resistance. Ht. 24-36”. ‘So Sweet’ - Dark green centers and wide white margins. Large, very fragrant blooms. Ht. 22”, width 50”. ‘Sum and Substance’ - Huge, glossy, thickly textured, chartreuse leaves up to 14” across. Ht. 30”, width 80”. ‘Venus’ - Large, triple-layered white flowers. Bright yellow green leaves. Ht. 32”, width 22”.

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‘Coppelia’ (Helenium autumnale ‘Coppelia’) - Flowers in early fall with many daisy-like coppery-orange blooms that have a dark center. Ht. 36”. ‘Mardi Gras’ (Helenium ‘Mardi Gras’) - A riot of 1 1/2” to 2” multicolored blooms for six to eight weeks in the middle of summer. Yellow petals splashed with orange-red, form wildly patterned stiff skirts around deep brown cones. Ht. 30”.

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(Hibiscus) Best grown in a constantly moist soil, but are very adaptable to different sites. Apply mulch to conserve moisture. Hibiscus are VERY late to emerge in the spring, so don’t panic too soon. Trim to the ground in winter or early spring. A Pride of Kansas Selection. ‘Blue River II’–Dinner plate sized, clear white flowers on shrub like plant. Thrives in our summer heat. Ht. 4-5’. ‘Disco Belle’–9” blooms in red, white or pink. Ht. 18-24”. ‘Kopper King’–The leaves of this contrasting perennial are an unusual coppery red; in the summer against the dark foliage white discs appear that can reach 12” across. Beautiful addition to any sunny garden. Ht. 4-6’. ‘Lady Baltimore’– Huge pink blooms with satiny red centers on shrub-like plant. Blooms midsummer to frost. Ht. 4-5’. ‘Lord Baltimore’– Shrub-like plant with red blooms up to 10” across. Blooms midsummer to frost. Ht. 4-5’. ‘Pink Clouds’– Large, intense deep pink flowers. This 4-5’ tall and robust hibiscus blooms over a long period and has beautiful mature leaves that are the size, color and shape of a Norway maple. Ht. 4-5’. ‘Turn of the Century’– Unusual bicolored petals from dark red to light pink, with the appearance of a 5-vaned pinwheel. Will tolerate a moist site. Ht. 6-8’.

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Double (Alcea rosea ‘Chater’s Double’) - Fully double blooms in maroon, scarlet, yellow and pink. Ht. 4’, 12-18” wide. Old Fashioned Single Mix (Alcea rosea ‘Single Mix’) - Single, old fashioned hollyhocks in mixed colors. Ht. 4’.

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(Hosta) A wonderful low maintenance perennial for the garden. They prefer a shady location here in Kansas, on the north or east side, or in the dappled shade under trees. Foliage takes center stage and we offer a wide range of colors, from dark green, to gold, to silvery blue. Whether used as a striking specimen or as a groundcover, hostas are easy to grow and easy to love. ‘Aphrodite’ - Very fragrant, large, double blooms measuring as much as 6” long. Leaves are 11” long and 7 1/2” wide at maturity, shiny, light green in color with a smooth texture of average substance. Medium growth rate. Ht. 18” - 24”, width 45” - 60”. ‘Big Daddy’ - One of the best big blue hostas. Leaves are 15” long and 10” wide. A rich blue-green color, heavily corrugated with a thick substance. Medium to slow growth habit. Makes an imposing background plant or groundcover. Ht. 26”, 40-50” wide. ‘Blue Mammoth’ - An enormous hosta with large 16” x 12” leaves that have a deep blue-green color and are heavily corrugated. The flowers are www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

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Variegated Iris

‘Wide Brim’ - Leaves are wide with a dark green center and yellow margins, that turn a creamy white by mid-summer. Outstanding ground cover or specimen plant. Ht. 14-16”.

(Iris pallida ‘Variegata’) - Flowers of blue with yellow beards bloom above yellow variegated foliage. The grass like variegated leaves really brighten a garden. Prefers a moist site. Ht. 2’.

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‘Apricot Sunrise’ (Agastache x ‘Apricot Sunrise’) - Fragrant apricot-orange blooms atop gray-green foliage. Very heat and drought tolerant. Ht. 18-24”. ‘Blue Fortune’ (Agastache foeniculum ‘Blue Fortune’) - Free-blooming masses of upright spikes. Peppermint scented foliage. Fragrant. Easy. Ht. 30”. ‘Coronado Red’ (Agastache ‘Coronado Red’) - Crimson-maroon flower spikes are produced all summer. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Blooms all summer. Tolerates heat and drought. Ht. 15-18”, spread 1215”. ‘Double Bubble Mint’ (Agastache cana ‘Double Bubble Mint’) Aromatic foliage has a lemony mint fragrance. The purple-red flower spikes in late summer certainly will attract butterflies and hummingbirds with their sweet fragrance. Must have well drained soil. Ht. 2-3’, width 18-24”. ‘Sonoran Sunset’ (Agastache cana ‘Sonoran Sunset’) - A more compact hyssop that blooms earlier than other varieties. Flowers are a lavender-rose. Blooms summer to fall. Ht. 15”.

‘Chocolate’ (Eupatorium maculatum ‘Chocolate’) - Chocolate colored leaves and deep purple stems with white flowers from July into Sept. Ht. 4-5’. ‘Gateway’ (Eupatorium maculatum ‘Gateway’) - Flat-topped, mauve-pink flower clusters in the fall. Ht. 4-5’. ‘Little Joe’ (Eupatorium purpurea ‘Little Joe’) - Big mauve flower heads and attractive green foliage. Compact and low growing, with an excellent upright habit. Ht. 4’. ‘Phantom’ (Eupatorium maculatum ‘Phantom’) - A great compact version of an old time favorite for today’s smaller gardens. Large wine-red flower clusters. Ht. 30”.

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(Iris hybrids) - We carry a wide variety of Bearded Iris bare root in the fall. In the spring and summer we will have some varieties potted. Bearded Iris bloom in May and June and prefer a very well-drained location.

Miniature Bearded Iris (Iris pumila) - These are dwarf versions of Bearded Iris in white, purple, blue, or yellow. Full sun and good drainage make this a great plant for the rock garden or front of a border. Ht. 10-15”.

Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) - Siberian Iris are easy to grow and the erect, bright green, swordlike foliage looks great all summer. They have 3-4” blooms in May and June, blooming after the Bearded Iris. This iris will grow happily in full sun, in average garden soil, but prefers a moist but not soggy location.

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(Centranthus ruber) - Large clusters of tiny, fragrant, red flowers in late spring and summer. Ht. 2’.

‘Mesa Verde’ (Delosperma cooperi ‘Mesa Verde’) - Salmon pink flowers on thin leaved succulent foliage. Vigorous grower, great in a dry sunny location for a ground cover or rock garden. Ht. 2”. ‘Purple’ (Delosperma cooperi) - Fuschia-pink 2” daisy-like flowers. Long, thin succulent leaves. Spreads rapidly. Does great in poor soils. Ht. 6-7”. ‘Red Mountain’ (Delosperma dyeri ‘Red Mountain’)-Reddish flowers on succulent leaves. Must have well drained soil. Groundcover. Ht. 10”, width 15-20” ‘Starburst’ (Delosperma floribundum ‘Starburst’) - Hot pink blooms during the summer. A mat forming perennial with interesting succulent foliage. Ht. 3”. ‘Tufted Ice Plant’ (Delosperma sphalmanoides ‘Tufted Ice Plant’) - Tiny finger like leaves grow in a tight mat that is smothered with fuschia colored flowers in very early spring. Needs well drained soil, ideal for rock gardens. Ht. 3”.

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‘White’ (Liatris spicata ‘White’) - Attractive spikes of closely-spaced small pure white flowers. Excellent contrast to broad-leaved plants. Ht. 18-24”.

(Knautia macedonia) - Many tiny, dark purple to dark red, scabiosa-like flowers July to frost. Ht. 2-3’.

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(Lillium) - Sturdier than the Oriental Lilies, these hardy bulbs will form a large clump of colorful blooms in June. Full sun to light shade, their main requirement is a well-drained site. Easy and long lived. Many varieties to choose from.

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‘Painter’s Palette’–(Persicaria filiforma ‘Painter’s Palette’) - Sprays of dark red, bead-like flowers in late summer bloom over heart-shaped, variegated leaves. Ht. 24-30”. ‘Red Dragon’–(Persicaria ‘Red Dragon’) - Spring foliage is a deep burgundy then turns color throughout the summer, which can vary to shades of red, mint, silver, and burgundy. As temperatures increase foliage turns more green. Adaptable to soil types. Ht. 24”.

Oriental Lilies (Lillium) - These are very showy lilies with an elegant bloom in mid-summer. The flowers open flat, and some recurve slightly, many are spotted. All are fragrant. Well-drained soil is a must. Many varieties to choose from.

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(Convallaria majalis) - Delightfully fragrant, white bell-shaped flowers. Ht. 6-8”.

‘Auslese’ (Alchemilla mollis ‘Auslese’) - Striking chartreuse foliage. Star shaped yellowish-green flowers. Ht. 10-18”, slowly spreading.

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‘Big Ear’ (Stachys ‘Helene von Stein’) - Wooly Lamb’s Ear with leaves twice the size of regular Lamb’s Ears. Ht. 10-12”. ‘Hummelo’ (Stachys monieri ‘Hummelo’) - Glossy, dark green foliage. Rosypink flowers. Great for borders, groundcovers and containers. Ht. 18-20”, width 18”.

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‘Beacon Silver’ (Lamium maculatum ‘Beacon Silver’) - Spreading groundcover with delicate, rosy-pink flowers and silver leaves edged in green. Blooms spring and summer. Ht. 6-8”. ‘Orchid Frost’ (Lamium maculatum ‘Orchid Frost’) - Silver foliage with blue-green margins; blooms profusly with orchid blooms in spring and re-blooms again in late summer and fall. Ht. 6” ‘Shell Pink’ (Lamium maculatum ‘Shell Pink’) - Green and white form covered in pink blooms early spring to summer. Ht. 12”. ‘White Nancy’ (Lamium maculatum ‘White Nancy’) - Outstanding white flowering form, brightens dark shady areas. Silver leaves with green edges. Ht. 6”.

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‘Gardeners World’ (Lychnis coronaria ‘Gardeners World’) - Masses of double, deep crimson flowers on stems growing up to 24”. Flowers look like mini Carnations. Silvery-gray leaves. A very long blooming period. Cutflower. Ht. 20-26”.

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Prairie Coneflower–(Ratibida columnifera ‘Red’) Striking native wildflower. Red flowers with pronounced center cone. Plant in well-drained site. Ht. 3-4’.

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Gooseneck–(Lysimachia clethroides) - Graceful, curving racemes of white blossoms on erect plants in summer. Ht. 3’, quickly spreading.

‘Munstead’–(Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’) - Evergreen, aromatic foliage. Lavender blooms in July and August. Ht. 18-24”. ‘Thumbelina Leigh’ (Lavandula angustifolia ‘Thumbelina Leigh’) - Bright blue-violet flowers appear on tightly mounded plants all summer. Great in containers and rock gardens. Ht. 12”, spread 12”.

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‘Queen Victoria’–(Lobelia cardinalis ‘Queen Victoria’) - Tall, bright red flower spikes in summer; maroon foliage. Ht. 3’.

Creeping Jenny–(Lysimachia nummularia) - Bright green leaves with a trailing, creeping habit and small yellow flowers. Good groundcover. Ht. 1-2”. Gold Creeping Jenny–(Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’) - Gold leaves with a trailing, creeping habit. Good ground cover. Ht. 1-2”.

‘Kobold’ (Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’) - Deep purple flower spikes in the summer and fall. Ht. 18”.

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(Chrysanthemum) - Wonderful, long-lasting fall colors. We will carry a few in the spring and a wide selection of colors in the fall.

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‘Herrenhausen’–(Origanium laevigatum ‘Herrenhausen’) - Reddish purple flowers on aromatic foliage. Ht. 15”, 24” wide.

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‘Miss Manners’ –(Physostegia virginiana ‘Miss Manners’) - Good clumping form that is not invasive. Trumpet-shaped flowers on spikes. Plant in any soil, either wet or dry. Very easy to grow. Ht. 18-24”.

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(Pulsatilla vulgaris) - Lovely violet flowers with prominent gold centers. Grayish, hairy, ferny foliage. Requires well-drained soil, especially in winter. Ht. 8-10”, 12” wide.

PENSTEMON ‘Dark Towers’ (Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’)-Deep wine red foliage. Tall stems of deep lavender-rose flowers with lighter pink tips bloom in midsummer. Ht. 33-36”, width 30”. ‘Husker Red’ (Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’) - Striking, burgundy foliage; white flowers with a blush of pink. Ht. 30”.

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(Paeonia lactiflora) - We carry a variety of peonies including single and double blooms. Bareroot peonies are available in the fall and potted peonies are available all year. Plant in well-drained, deep, fertile soil. Remove dead foliage in late fall.

Intersectional Hybrids Intersectional hybrids are a group of herbaceous peonies that have been crossed with tree peonies. Success, after centuries of trying to create them! These plants have huge flowers up to 10” across on strong, sturdy stems. Mature plants can have up to 50 flowers! It is possible to have a second flush of flowers if cut back right after blooming. Great cutflowers. Plants die to the ground every year, so remove dead foliage in late fall. ‘Bartzella’ - Double bright yellow flowers. Ht. 32”. ‘Cora Louise’ - Semi-double blossoms of white with dark lavender central flares. Ht. 32”. ‘Julia Rose’- Semi-double flowers open cherry-red then fade to orange and yellow. Ht. 32”. ‘Kopper Kettle’ - Semi-double flowers appear copper, red, yellow and orange. Ht. 32”. ‘Pink Double Dandy’ - Large semi-double to double pink flowers. Slightly fragrant. Ht. 2-3’, width 2-3’. ‘Sequestered Sunshine’ - Semi-double yellow flowers. Ht. 32”. ‘Yellow Doodle Dandy’ Large double flowers measure 7-8 inches. Pleasant fragrance. Ht. 2-3’, width 2-3’. www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

PRIMROSE

Tree Peony Tree Peonies prefer full sun and well drained, deep, rich soil. Mulch heavily the first year or two. Do not divide or move. Do not trim back except to remove dead wood but remove any suckers that might appear in the first two years. Best if planted with some protection from the cold, north winds.

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‘Chojuraku’- Lavender flowers with yellow centers. Ht. 4-5’, spread 4-5’. ‘Houki’–Bright scarlet fragrant blooms 8 - 10” across. Ht. 3-5’. ‘Kaoukamon’–Dark maroon blooms. Smaller blooms than other Tree Peonies, but an amazing color. Plants are slow growing. Ht. 3-5’ ‘Kinshi’–Huge blooms up to 10” wide. Double golden yellow. Ht. 3-5’.

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(Phlox subulata) - Wonderful spring color. Slowly spreading mounds covered with blue, white, pink or dark pink blooms. We carry a wide selection in the spring. Creeping phlox forms a carpet-like mat that makes a good groundcover. Semi-evergreen. Does best in sunny, well-drained soil. Ht. 6-9”.

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(Phlox paniculata) - Garden Phlox creates an outstanding show of blooms in mid-summer. The 4-8” diameter flower heads are very fragrant and long lasting. A moist, well-drained, sunny location with good air flow is best, combined with a moderate to heavy fertilizing schedule.

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‘Little Spires’ (Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Little Spires’) - Shorter and more upright than the species. Ht. 24”. Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) - Silvery foliage and lavender-blue flowers in the late summer. Ht. 3-4’.

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‘Caradonna’ (Salvia nemorosa ‘Caradonna’) - This German cultivar has flowering spikes that are very dark purple with beautiful, bluish-purple flowers. If you keep it deadheaded, it will bloom all summer. Ht. 24-30”. ‘East Friesland’ (Salvia x superba ‘East Friesland’) - Very neat, mounding with dark violet flower spikes over gray-green foliage all summer. Ht. 20”, 20” wide. ‘Marcus’ (Salvia nemorosa ‘Marcus’) - Very short and compact plants. Dark blue flowers. Excellent rebloomer, and good for containers. Ht. 8”. ‘May Night’ (Salvia x superba ‘May Night’) - Deep purple flower spikes on graygreen foliage. Drought tolerant. Ht. 24”, 28” wide. ‘Sensation Rose’ (Salvia nemorsa ‘Sensation Rose’) - Pink flower spikes on gray-green foliage. Ht. 12”, width 18”. ‘Ultra Violet’ (Saliva gregii ‘Ultra Violet’) - Intense violet flowers on dark green, finely cut foliage from midsummer to mid fall. Deer and rabbit resistant. Needs very well drained soil in the winter. Ht. 18-20”, width 28”.

(Ceratostigma plumbaginoides) - Bronzy-green foliage; electric-blue flowers in late summer. Makes a great groundcover. Ht. 8-10”.

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‘Flamenco’ (Kniphofia ‘Flamenco’) - Vibrant mixture of yellows, oranges, and reds. Vigorous growth. Ht. 32-36”.

‘David’ - Fragrant, bright white blooms. Mildew resistant. Ht. 36 - 48”. ‘Eva Cullum’ - Clear pink blooms with a red eye. Ht. 30”, 30” wide. ‘Orange Perfection’ - Enormous heads of bright orange. Ht. 24”. ‘Robert Poore’ - A mildew resistant variety with deep pink flowers. A vigorous plant. Ht. 4-5’. ‘Starfire’ - Considered one of the best reds. Bronze foliage. Ht. 36”. ‘Volcano Series’ - Exceptionally floriferous, compact, sturdy form with superior powdery mildew resistance. Offered in pink, white, red and purple. Very heavy bloomers! Ht. 12-20”.

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Tall Garden Phlox

Pulmonarias are an excellent addition to the shade garden. Delicate funnelshaped flowers open pink then mature to a rich blue. Highly prized for the velvety, spotted foliage that appears to be dusted with sugar, pulmonarias are a wonderful foliage accent. Provide shade and very well-drained moist soil.

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Missouri Primrose–(Oenothera missourensis) - Fragrant, lemon-yellow blooms in summer; spreading, lance-shaped leaves. Well-drained soil. Ht. 10”, 24” wide. ‘Pink Evening’–(Oenothera berlanderi ‘Siskiyou’) - Pale pink flowered selection of native pink primrose. Compact plant. Ht. 6”.

(Papaver orientale) - Oriental poppies are one of the showiest perennials in the early summer garden. The 3 - 4” wide flowers boast black spots at the bases of the petals and a central ring of fuzzy black stamens. The hairy, lobed foliage goes dormant after flowering and reappears in the late summer. ‘Brilliant’ - Fiery red blooms in the spring. Plant them in ordinary garden soil. The foliage dies back after blooming, then reappears in the fall. Ht. 30”.

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‘Monarch’s Velvet’–(Potentilla nepalensis ‘Monarch’s Velvet’) - Raspberry-red blooms cover this plant in early summer to fall. Ht. 24”.

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‘Butterfly Blue’ (Scabiosa columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’) - A marvelous plant that produces pincushion type blooms all summer. It needs a well-drained soil that has been enriched with compost. . Ht. 12”, 14” wide. ‘Pink Mist’ (Scabiosa columbaria ‘Pink Mist’) - Flat-topped, pink blooms all summer. Ht. 20”, 15” wide.

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‘Old Man Bones’ - Interesting, globular, puffed leaves. Good specimen plant. Ht. 4”. ‘Voodoo’ - Low growing, very compact and uniform with deep, intense red foliage. Great contrast between the flowers and the foliage. Ht. 4”.

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Tall Garden Sedum

(Sedum) - Stonecrop. Wonderful groundcover that grows in a mat-like fashion. The succulent-like leaves come in many colors that add interest to the garden. Once established they are almost indestructible. Drought tolerant and easily grown in poor, dry soil; they are the ultimate in low maintenance gardening.

(Sedum) - Live Forever. A favorite of gardeners everywhere. The succulentlike foliage makes it a good contrast for other plants, combining well with other perennials or ornamental grasses. Very adaptable, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil, but will grow in a shady location and even soggy soil. Low maintenance is assured. It forms a slowly expanding mound and blooms in late summer and early fall.

‘Dragon’s Blood’ - Burgundy foliage covered with red flowers in the summer. Semi-evergreen. Ht. 3-5”. ‘Golden Carpet’ - Yellow flowers in the summer; very small green leaves. Ht. 3”. ‘Golden Teardrop’ - Faster growing sedum with yellow flowers. Can also be used for container plantings. Ht. 2-4”. ‘John Creech’ - Green foliage makes a wonderful groundcover. Forms a 1” thick mat. Pink blooms up to 12” tall. ‘Kamschaticum’ - Mound forming groundcover with green foliage and yellow flowers. Ht. 6-8”. ‘Lidakense’ - Beautiful blue-gray foliage is covered with brilliant rosy-red flowers in the summer. Ht. 3-4”.

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‘Autumn Fire’ - Similar to Autumn Joy but has more consistent flower height and doesn’t split apart. Ht. 18-24”. ‘Autumn Joy’ - Pink blooms turning to russet in late summer and fall. Long blooming period. Ht. 18”, 30” wide. zNEW! –‘Birthday Party’ Deep rose-pink flowers. Leaves are tinted purple and brown, giving great garden color even before it blooms. Ht. 8-12”, width 16-24”. ‘Matrona’ - Pink flower heads in the fall over pink and gray foliage. Ht. 18-24”.

Perennials ‘Neon’ - Intense deep purplish pink flowers; green foliage. Ht. 15”. ‘Purple Emperor’ - Vigorous grower with dark purple foliage, compact purple stems with dusty-red flower clusters in August. Ht. 15-18”. ‘Sunset Cloud’ - Steel blue foliage with wine-red flowers. Drought tolerant. Ht. 12”. ‘Xenox’ -Pink flowers that darken as they age. Dark green-blue foliage. Ht. 16”.

‘Omega Sky Rocket’ (Stokesia ‘Omega Sky Rocket’) - Large daisies in mixed shades of blue. Great for cutting. Loves it hot and dry. Ht. 3-4’. ‘Peachie’s Pick’ (Stokesia laevis ‘Peachie’s Pick’)-Large flowers and longer stems make this a great cutflower. Blooms longer and later than most Stokesias. Ht. 18”.

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‘Improved Rugen’ (Fragaria vesca ‘Improved Rugen’) - Runnerless strawberry that bears fruit from June to Sept. Makes an excellent edging plant. Ht. 6”. ‘Lipstick’ (Fragaria x ‘Lipstick’) - Dark red flowers borne on bright green foliage. You will see a few small strawberries. Ht. 6-8”.

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‘Max Frei’ (Saponaria ‘Max Frei’) - Deep pink blooms form large terminal clusters and bloom for weeks in summer. Ht. 12-15”. Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) - Heavy flowering variety with small pink blooms and small leaves. Good rock garden plant. Ht. 8”, 24” wide.

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‘Variegatum’ (Polygonatum japonicum ‘Variegatum’) - White bell-shaped flowers with green tips. Dusky green leaflets are edged in creamy white. The green stems are infused with a wonderful mahogany color. Ht. 1624”.

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‘Hidcote’ (Hypericum patulum ‘Hidcote’) - Semi evergreen spreading perennial. Fragrant clusters of 2” flowers. Fast growing. Groundcover. Red berries appear after the flowers fade. Ht. 18-36”.

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‘Elfin’ (Thymus serpyllum ‘Elfin’) - Tiny green leaves form a solid mat. Good for between stepping stones or as a groundcover. Pink blooms in late spring. Ht. 2”, spreading. ‘Magic Carpet’ (Thymus serpyllum ‘Magic Carpet’) - Only reaches 2” high, great for pathways, will take light foot traffic. Foliage smells like lemons when crushed. Ht. 2”. ‘Pink Chintz’ (Thymus serpyllum ‘Pink Chintz’) - Low growing thyme with clear pink flowers. Ht. 3-6”, spreading. ‘Red Creeping Thyme’ (Thymus serpyllum var. coccineum) - Bright scarlet flowers in June and July. Ht. 4”. ‘Spicy Orange’ (Thymus serpyllum ‘Spicy Orange’) - Low growing needle-like foliage that has a hint of oranges when walked upon. Ht. 1”.

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‘Elf ’ (Stokesia laevis ‘Elf’) - A compact selection with deep green leaves. Domed blooms, unlike other Stoke’s Asters, can be up to 2” across. Blooms midsummer to early fall. Ht. 6-8”, width 10-12”. ‘Honeysong Purple’ (Stokesia laevis ‘Honeysong Purple’) - Large deep purple flowers with a touch of red that darkens with age. Compact with excellent form. ‘Klaus Jelitto’ (Stokesia laevis ‘Klaus Jelitto’) - Large 4-5” powder blue flowers.

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‘Bloodstone’ (Armeria maritima ‘Bloodstone’) - Glossy, grass-like foliage forms neat, semi-evergreen mounds. Round flower heads stand up on stiff 8 - 10” stalks. Reblooms if old flowers are removed. Ht. 6”, 12” wide. ‘Dusseldorf Pride’ (Armeria maritima ‘Dusseldorf Pride’-Compact foliage. Deep rose-red blooms in May and June that continue sporadically through the summer. Ht. 5”.

‘Black Bird’ (Euphorbia ‘Black Bird’) - Deep purple, almost black foliage. Red stems support bright lime-green flower clusters. Ht. 16-24”, width 18-24”.

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(Galium odoratum) - Fragrant, tiny, white clustered flowers appear in spring on bright-green, dissected foliage. Ht. 6-8”.

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(Lathyrus latifolium ‘Pearl’) - Pink, red or white pea-like blooms on climbing vines. Blooms spring and summer. Ht. 2-3’.

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‘First Light’ (Helianthus ‘First Light’) - An explosion of 2” blooms with goldenyellow petals and brown disks in autumn on self supporting stems. Foliage resembles willow leaves. Ht. 44”. ‘Lemon Queen’ (Helianthus ‘Lemon Queen’) - A great late summer blooming perennial for the back of the border. Covered with light yellow single flowers, 2-3” wide. Ht. 5-7’.

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YARROW

Wooly Thyme (Thymus pseudolanuginosus) - Forms a thick, wooly, silvergray, aromatic mat in drier soils. Ht. 2 -3”.

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‘Taipei Silk’ (Tricytris ‘Taipei Silk’) - Purple blooms with purple and white highlights and reddish spots. Compact growth. Ht. 24”.

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A very useful group of plants. Not only are they low maintenance but most Veronicas will bloom all summer. Long tapering spikes covered with small flowers make a wonderful cut flower. Veronicas will perform best in full sun with good garden soil but they will tolerate a little shade and overly dry or overly wet soils. The slowly expanding clump, usually covered with rich blue flowers, is a bonus in any garden. ‘Blue Giant’ (Veronica ‘Blue Giant’) - Tall, deep purple-blue flower spikes all summer long. Ht. 3-4’. ‘Crater Lake Blue’ (Veronica teucrium ‘Crater Lake Blue’) - Gentian-blue flowers on compact plants. Ht. 12-18”. ‘Darwin’s Blue’ (Veronica ‘Darwin’s Blue’) - Dark green foliage. Purple-blue flowers. One of the best. Ht. 12-16”. ‘Fairytale’ (Veronica ‘Fairytale’) -Pale pink flowers. Silver-green foliage. Great cutflowers. Ht. 16”. ‘Georgia Blue’ (Veronica peduncularis ‘Georgia Blue’) - Rich, true blue flowers cover a low mat of foliage. Ht. 12”, spreading. ‘Goodness Grows’ (Veronica alpina x ‘Goodness Grows’) - Uniform mound shaped plants with blue flower spikes in summer. One of the better veronicas. Ht. 12”, 12” wide. zNEW! –‘Lilac Fantasy’ (Veronica ‘Lilac Fantasy’) - Glossy green foliage with strong, lilac colored flower spikes. Well branched. Very disease free. Ht. 20”, width 12-18”. ‘Red Fox’ (Veronica spicata ‘Red Fox’) - Erect, tapering stems on mounding plants. Will tolerate part shade. Low maintenance. Plant in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Dislikes wet soil in winter. Ht. 12-15”. ‘Royal Candles’ (Veronica spicata ‘Royal Candles’) - Dense plant with beautiful glossy leaves, deep violet-blue flower spikes in the summer. Heavy flowering, very disease resistant. Ht. 18”. ‘Sonja’-(Veronica ‘Sonja’) - Upright plants with shiny green foliage and bright violet blooms. Will rebloom if cut back. Ht. 24-30”. ‘Sunny Border Blue’ (Veronica spicata ‘Sunny Border Blue’) - Dark violet-blue flower spikes in summer. Ht. 18-20”, 20” wide. ‘Waterperry’ (Veronica spicata ‘Waterperry’) - Light blue flowers in the spring and early summer. Slowly spreading. Ht. 4-6”.

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(Mertensia virginica) - Nodding, trumpet-shaped flowers open pink, then turn blue in early spring. Foliage disappears in summer. Ht. 12-24”.

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‘Fireland’ (Achillea ‘Fireland’)-Intense red flowers that bloom for a long period of time. Easy to grow, drought tolerant. Lacy foliage. Ht. 2’. ‘Moonshine’ (Achillea x ‘Moonshine’) - Light yellow flowers with silver-gray foliage. Ht. 2’, 18” wide. ‘Paprika’ (Achillea ‘Paprika’) - Ruby-red flowers with tiny yellow centers. Reblooms if dead headed. Ht. 18-24”. ‘Red Velvet’ (Achillea ‘Red Velvet’) -Very fade resistant velvety red flowers. Ferny gray-green foliage. Drought resistant. Attracts butterflies. Ht. 1’ tall, 3’ in bloom, width 5’. ‘Summer Pastels’ (Achillea millefolium ‘Summer Pastels’) - Easy and trouble free. Long bloom period. Outstanding mix of pastel pinks, salmons, corals, yellows, creams and cherrys. Heat and drought resistant. Blooms first year. Ht. 2’, 18” wide. ‘Terra Cotta’ (Achillea x ‘Terra Cotta’) -Blooms start a soft pink and then change to the color of a clay pot, wonderful with the silver foliage. Ht. 36”, 18-24” wide.

Did You Know? Many of us are aware of the healing quality in plants such as aloe. Actually there are a lot of healing qualities in many other plants that may surprise you. Of course these are never replacements for true medical treatment. The Skinner crew are not doctors, nor have they ever played one on TV.

Yarrow - The greatest hero of the Trojan War in Homer’s “Lliam” is reported to have used yarrow to stop blood flow from his battle wounds. Scientists have proved that yarrow does contain substances which have blood clotting and anti inflammatory properties. Yarrow tea was used to stop internal bleeding in the middle ages.

Common Foxglove - Dry leaves have been used to treat severe heart failure. Purple Cone Flower - Purple Cone Flowers were originally used by Native Americans to treat upper respiratory infections, burns, snake bites, and cancer. The plant extracts have also been known to stimulate the immune system to combat bacterial and viral infections.

Hollyhock - Flowers from hollyhock are used to treat respiratory and inflammatory ailments. Snapdragon - leaves and flowers are used to reduce fever and inflammation. In poultice it is used to treat burns, infections, and hemorrhoids.

Fennel - Fennel was once believed to be the antidote to witchcraft. It is now thought to relieve bloating.

Columbine - Oils have a sedative and anticonvulsant effect and can be used to treat hypertension. The columbine seeds have been used to treat arthritis and UTIs.

Wild Strawberry - The leaves are mildly astringent and can be used to treat sore throats.

Butterfly Weed - Butterfly weed has been used to treat respiratory disorders.

Common Sunflower - Leaves are an astringent and an agent to reduce fever. Crushed leaves are used to treat snake and spider bites.

Blue False Indigo - Native Americans used the root tea as a laxative and the root poultices were held in the mouth against a tooth ache.

Lemon Balm - Lemon Balm is thought to help in the treatment of depression and anxiety. Catnip - Catnip is a mild sedative for the treatment of insomnia. Chewing on these leaves relieves tooth aches. It is also a hallucinogenic for cats.

Pot Marigold - Flowers used to impart a yellow color to cheese. It has anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties that are responsible for the antiseptic healing when marigolds are prepared and used for skin wounds and burns. It can also be used in the treatment of ringworm, cradle cap and athlete’s foot.

Black Eyed Susan - Native Americans used a tea made from the root to treat parasitic infestations such as pinworm. They also used it to treat snakes bites and earaches.

Lily-of-the-valley - The flowers and leaves make a tea that can be used to treat heart disease.

Lamb’s Ears - Lamb’s ears foliage has been used to bandage wounds and reduce the pain from a bee sting.

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Edibles Fruit Trees APPLE

‘Yellow Delicious’—Sweet, crisp and juicy flesh. Skin is golden-yellow. Great all-purpose apple. This variety is partially self-fertile, but still benefits from a cross-pollinator. Fall.

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Plant two or more varieties for best pollination. ‘Braeburn’—Crisp, mildly sweet, tart, very juicy flesh with excellent flavor. Green skin overlaid with red skin. Stores well. Late fall. ‘Freedom’—Selected out for high fruit quality as well as outstanding natural disease resistance. Fruit is large and red with a crisp, juicy, slightly tart flavor Great for fresh eating, sauces and juice. ‘Fuji’—Firm, crunchy, juicy white flesh with excellent flavor. Stores well. Yellowish-green skin with a red blush. Fall. ‘Gala’—Crisp, sweet, juicy flesh with excellent flavor. Yellow skin with reddishorange blush. Stores well. Fall. ‘Granny Smith’—Firm, sweet flesh. Good eating, sauce and cooking apple. Bright green flesh. Late fall. ‘Honeycrisp’—Exceptionally crisp and juicy, pleasantly sweet flesh. Yellow skin with a red blush. Stores well. Fall. ‘Jonagold’—Crisp, sweet, juicy flesh with excellent flavor. Skin is yellow with a red blush. Will not be pollinated by ‘Yellow Delicious’. Produces sterile pollen, therefore it cannot be used as a pollinator for other varieties, so plant three different varieties for best results. Fall. ‘Jonathan’—Crisp, white, juicy flesh with a pleasant tartness. Skin is bright red. Great for eating and cooking. Fall. ‘Liberty’—Crisp, juicy flesh with a bright flavor. Skin is bright red. Excellent disease resistance. Good for fresh eating and cooking. Stores well. Recommended pollinator is ‘Red Delicious’. Fall. ‘Red Delicious’—Crisp, firm and juicy with great flavor. Red skin. Excellent for fresh eating. ‘Yellow Delicious’ is recommended as a good pollinator. Fall.

‘Moorpark’—Large fruits with brownish-red skin. Good flavored, firm flesh.

CHERRY, SOUR ‘Kansas Sweet’—Semi-sweet and juicy. Self-pollinating. ‘Montmorency’—Best sour pie cherry and great for canning. Selfpollinating. ‘North Star’—Excellent pie cherry. Very productive. Self-pollinating.

CHERRY, SWEET Plant two or more varieties for best pollination. ‘Black Tartarian’—Large red sweet. Pollinate with ‘Stella’. ‘Lapins’—Large, red, sweet. Self-fertile ‘Bing’. Good pollinator. ‘Stella’—Dark red, plump and sweet. Self-pollinating.

CRABAPPLE ‘Dolgo’—Bright red fruits. Great for jelly. Produces heavy crops. Good disease resistance. An American favorite since before the Revolutionary War.

NECTARINE ‘Ruby Grand’ —Rich yellow skin with a bright red blush. Flesh is yellow and firm. Good for eating, canning, freezing and drying. Freestone.

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PEACH

September. Small sugar pear. August-September. ‘Seckel’—Creamy-white, very sweet flesh. Smooth, yellow-brown skin with a light red blush. Large fruit with ‘Bartlett’ flavor. September.

‘Belle of Georgia’—White flesh with delicious flavor. Freestone. Late season. ‘Hale Haven’—Flesh is firm and yellow with excellent flavor. Skin is yellow with a red blush. Freestone. Mid-season. ‘Red Haven’—Firm, sweet, yellow flesh. Skin is yellow with a red blush. Freestone. Early season. ‘Redskin’—Yellow flesh is firm and good-flavored. Skin is yellow with a deep red blush. Freestone. Late season. ‘Reliance’—Firm, yellow flesh. Good flavor. Skin is yellow with a dull red blush. Freestone. Early season.

PEAR, ASIAN Plant two or more varieties for cross-pollination. ‘Hosui’—Juicy, sweet flesh. Golden russeted skin. August-September. ‘Skinseiki’—Sweet, firm, crisp, juicy flesh. Yellow skin. August-September.

PLUM Plant two or more varieties for best pollination.

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‘Methley’—Purple skin with yellow, red tinged flesh. Good flavor. Selffertile. Japanese Plum. ‘Ozark Premier’—Bright red skin with firm, yellow flesh. Good flavor. Semi-cling. Japanese Plum. ‘Stanley’—Dark blue skin with greenish-yellow, sweet fruit. Prune-type plum. Freestone. Self-fertile. European Plum.

Plant two or more varieties for best pollination. ‘Kieffer’—Crisp, juicy white flesh. Greenish-yellow skin with red blush. Stores well. Self-fertile. Good pollinator. October. ‘Max Red Bartlett’—Sweet, white flesh. Reddish-brown skin. Self-fertile. August-September. ‘Moonglow’—Soft, juicy flesh with a mild flavor. Brownish-green skin.

Growing your own vegetables is easy and healthy! We can help you get started with something easy to maintain or if you want to think big, we can help there too!

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Growing Tips to Maximize Harvest •Plant in full sun in areas with good soil •The better the soil, the better most crops will grow •Provide pollinators if needed •Space plants according to individual plant requirements and management system •Learn about the crop you are growing. Proper cultural care will make a lot of difference in individual success. 80

Edibles Herbs

Basil- “The King of Herbs”. Needs warm weather. Prune frequently for a more bushy plant then use the leaves from pruning in pestos, Italian dishes, teas, fruit salads and vinegars, fresh or dried. Genovese, Cinnamon, African Blue Chives - Use in salads, soups, stews, vinegars and potato dishes. Easy to grow. Cilantro - Use in chili, soups, salsa, meat, chicken and fish dishes. Lavender - Can be used in soups, stews, salads, ice cream and potpourri. Provence, Munstead, Royal Velvet Oregano-Easy to grow. Use in tomato sauces, vinegars, chili and meat dishes. Fresh or dried. Greek, Italian, Hot and Spicy Parsley- Very easy to grow. Brings out the flavor of the dish it is in. Flat leaf, Triple Curled Rosemary-Flavoring for stews, fish, meats, chicken, roasted veggies, bread, and scrambled eggs. Fresh or dried. Arp, BBQ, Hill Hardy Sage-Great in meat dishes and stuffing. Garden Sage, Purple Sage, Pineapple Sage Thyme-A symbol of courage, style and elegance. Great for flavoring meats veggies, sauces and soups. French Cooking Thyme, Lemon Thyme

Vegetables

Cucumbers-Easy to grow. Use in salads, pickles and cold soups. Burpless, Sweet Success, Homemade Pickles Eggplant-They like warm weather. Harvest when young. Baked, fried, grilled. Fairytail, Ichiban, Gretel Lettuce- Very easy to grow. Plant in containers, the veggie garden or the edge of a flower garden. Head or leaf types. Buttercrunch, Romaine, Blends Melons-Cantalope, Honeydew, Watermelon. Vining plants, be sure to give them plenty of space. Ambrosia, Moon & Stars Peppers-Peppers like warm weather. Easy to grow. Sweet peppers and hot peppers. Use for fresh eating, pickling, cooking and salsas.Big Bertha, Bell Boy, Jalapeno, Anaheim Summer Squash- Easy to grow. Fast maturing and high yielding. Harvest the squash when young. Fresh, grilled, roased and sauteed. Papaya Pear, Zucchini, Patty Pan Tomatoes-A huge number of varieties and shapes are available from gigantic beefsteaks to very tiny cherry tomatoes. Some produce a heavy crop over a short amount of time while others bear fruit from midsummer to frost. Some can be grown in pots or baskets on your patio or balcony. Others can reach more than 4’ tall and will require staking. If you need slicing, container, paste, cherry, grape, beefsteak, saladette or heirloom tomatoes, we have locally grown plants available for your garden. Jetstar, Beefmaster, Early Girl, Supersweet 100, Red Pear Winter Squash and Pumpkins-Easy to grow. Store in a cool dry place for winter use. Can be cooked many ways. Roasted, baked, pies, carving and soup. Acorn, Butternut ________________

Starting a veggie garden tips: 1. Choose a sunny location. 2. Amend the soil with compost. 3. Keep it small and manageable. 4. Mulch. 5. Water Adequately. 6. Plant what you like to eat and try a few new veggies! 7. Get answers to your questions at Skinner’s!

This list in only the beginning of the items we carry for the edible garden!

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ASPARAGUS

BLACKBERRY

(Asparagus officinalis)—Who can resist fresh asparagus right from the garden?!! Harvest starts early in the spring and continues for about two months. Prized for great flavor and nutrition. Plant crowns 6-8” deep about 12-15” apart. Don’t harvest the first year, harvest lightly the second year then regularly the third year starting about mid-April.

(Rubus allegheniensis)—Sweet, juicy, shiny, dark purple-black berries ripen late June through August. Harvest every 2-4 days as fruit matures. Plant about 3’ apart. ‘Chickasaw’—A high producing, erect, thorny blackberry. Fruits have good flavor and store well. Late ripening. ‘Triple Crown’—A semi-erect, thornless selection with firm, glossy black fruits. Excellent flavor and very productive.

‘Jersey Jewel’—An all male hybrid. Very productive with great disease resistance. ‘Purple Passion’—This purple variety has a noticeably sweeter flavor as the sugar content is 20% higher than green varieties. Very large diameter spears. ‘UC-157’—This hybrid sets the standard for yield and quality among green asparagus. Large, tender stalks and disease resistant. Less prone to open tips during hot weather than other forms.

BLUEBERRY Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum)—A slightly upright shrub that produces fantastic berries from July through August. Leaves are glossy and green through the summer, changing to intense reds, oranges and purples in the fall. This one really is as ornamental as the berries are tasty! Plant 4-5’ apart and include more than one variety for best pollination (fruit set). Needs to be grown in moist but well-drained, acidic soil that has been heavily amended with organic matter. Mulch to help keep the root zone consistently moist. Height 4-6’, spread 4-5’.

Asparagus and Rhubarb Growing Tips

‘Bluecrop’—A mid-season variety with large fruit size, averaging 65 berries per cup. Bright blue, firm berries. Bright red fall color and better than average drought resistance. ‘Bluejay’—Early to mid-season berry with medium-sized fruits. A very vigorous form. Great for freezing. ‘Blueray’—A good producer with very large fruit size averaging 60 berries per cup. Mid-season variety with bright blue, firm berries. Great flavor. ‘Duke’—An early variety with medium to large sized, high quality, firm, medium blue fruits with a mild and crisp flavor. Popular with growers because of its high production and concentrated ripening. zNEW!—‘Jersey’—A vigorous, productive variety with sweet, mediumsized fruits and an upright habit. Late season producer.

• Plant in full sun in good, well-drained soil • Leave 3-4 feet between rhubarb and 12-18” apart for asparagus • Rhubarb should be planted 1” below the soil surface and asparagus 6-8” deep with the crowns pointing up. • With asparagus, backfill the hole only halfway until the plants have come up, then fill in the rest gradually through the remainder of the growing season. • Add a 2-3” layer of mulch to help control weeds. • Fertilize regularly with Fertilome Gardner’s Special fertilizer to keep your plants growing vigorously. • Full harvest can begin the 3rd year for both rhubarb and asparagus, however, plants can be harvested lightly the 2nd year if desired.

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Half-High Blueberry (V. corymbosum x V. angustifolium)—A hybrid group that combines the Northern Highbush Blueberry with their Lowbush Blueberry cousins, resulting in a small plant with great berry flavor and intense fall coloration. Perfect for your garden and your landscape. Mature size will vary by selection.

Edibles ‘Northsky’ (V. x ‘Northsky’)—Fruits are a little smaller than other forms but you are rewarded with exceptional flavor. Excellent fall color. Very ornamental and certainly worth planting as an edible landscape plant. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’

CURRANT (Ribes sp.)—These small to medium-sized shrubs can produce great quantities of small fruits with a sweet-tart flavor, great for jellies, pies, and sauces. Fruit color varies by species from red to black to white or gold. Plant about 3-4’ apart in full sun to light shade. ‘Consort’ (R. nigrum ‘Consort’)—This selection of Black Currant produces abundant clusters of , you guessed it, black fruits, late in the season. This is a very productive selection with strong flavor. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’. ‘Red Lake’ (R. sativum ‘Red Lake’)—This is a productive, very cold-hardy selection of the Red Currant with dark red, tart berries. One of the best for our area. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

ELDERBERRY American Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis)—Large clusters of pea-sized purple-black berries are great for jellies, pies, juice, and wine. Plant two varieties for better pollination. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’. ‘Reliance’—A very winter hardy red seedless selection. An excellent table grape and makes exceptional raisins. Good variety for the Midwest.

‘Adams’—Selected for its large clusters of blue-black fruit. Abundant production. ‘York’—Larger fruit and heavier yields. Matures later than ‘Adams’.

‘Venus’—A very vigorous, blue-black seedless form. Great for table use.

GOOSEBERRY

HORSERADISH

Pixwell Gooseberry

(Armoracia rusticana)—An easy to grow garden plant loved for its pungent root. Abundant harvest the first year. Plant in loose, deep, well-drained soil. Height 2-3’, spread 2-3’

(Ribes hirtellum ‘Pixwell’)—An extremely winter hardy, very productive selection with fewer thorns. Fruit hangs below the branches making it easier to pick, hence the name ‘Pixwell’. Fruit are large and turn red when ripe. Good disease resistance. Plant about 3-4’ apart. Height 3-5’, spread 3-5’.

KIWI (Actinidia sp.)—Yes, this sweet addition to the fruit garden can grow here. These hardy, delicious fruits are smaller than the grocery store type and look a little different too. They have smooth, bright green skins and they eat just like grapes. Train the vines on a fence or trellis for best effect. Plants are either male or female and both need to be planted together to get cross pollination.

GRAPE American Bunch Grape (Vitis lambrusca)—Everyone loves grapes. You can grow them for fresh eating, for cooking, for juicing, for making wine, even for making raisins!. You can even grow them to double as an ornamental cover for fences, arbors and pergolas. They are easy to grow, but they do need to be heavily pruned for best production. Plant about 8’ apart.

‘Issai’ (A. arguta ‘Issai’)—Sweet, early-bearing plant. Self-pollinating, but will bear more reliably with a male present. Also known as Arctic Kiwi. Height, 10-20’. ‘Arctic Beauty’ (A. kolomitka ‘Arctic Beauty’)—A male selection. Grown as a pollinator and has wonderful ornamental character. Striking pink and white variegated foliage develops as the plant matures. Worth growing for the foliage effect alone.

‘Catawba’—One of the best red selections. Large fruit. Useful as a table, juice or wine grape. Very vigorous and hardy. ‘Concord’—This is the best blue variety and has been planted for over a century. It is the standard in the juice, jam and jelly industry and is also used for wine. Yum! ‘Fredonia’—The best of the black varieties. Grapes have a wonderful flavor, are large and early to ripen. ‘Niagara’—The best of the white grapes. Produces abundant clusters of large, flavorful fruits. Good for table use and wine. Vigorous and hardy.

RASPBERRY (Rubus cvs.)—Sweet and tangy small fruits can be red or black (or even yellow.) Freshly prepared and sugared raspberries are excellent when served alone or great for jams, jellies, pies, and other desserts. Very nutritious. And you can’t beat ‘em when you grow ‘em yourself! Plant red varieties 2’ apart and black varieties 3’ apart.

Seedless Selections

‘Heritage’—A popular variety with medium-sized red fruit with good flavor and quality. Will produce two crops a year, one in mid-July and another in early September.

‘Himrod’—This is the hardiest of the white seedless types. Fruit is of the finest quality for eating. ‘Mars’—A superior seedless blue selection with large grapes. Better disease resistance, vigorous, and winter hardy.

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‘Latham’ (R. ideaus ‘Latham’)—A great red raspberry for Kansas. Large red fruit ripens over a long period of time. A popular variety for both home and commercial use. Average harvest is June to July. ‘Cumberland’ (R. occidentalis ‘Cumberland’)—This is a black raspberry. Large, round, firm berries that tend to not be as seedy as other selections. Excellent, sweet, rich flavor. Mid-season bearer. ‘Jewell’ (R. occidentalis ‘Jewell’)—Large, black fruits that ripen early in the season. Highly disease resistant and very winter hardy. Firm berries with superior quality and flavor. Consistently high fruit production.

RHUBARB Cherry Red Rhubarb (Rheum ‘Cherry Red’)—Vigorous with large, thick, red stalks. Early, tender and mild. Can be used for sauces, jellies and pies. Makes an attractive ornamental plant as well. Site in full sun and plant in well-drained soil. Plant 3-4’ apart.

SERVICEBERRY Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia)—This shrubby Serviceberry has given rise to most commercially grown selections. A beautiful show of white spring flowers is followed by a colorful red-purple fruit set similar in size and consistency to a blueberry. Great flavor. Great fall color. Great plant. Height 4-6’, spread 4-8’. ‘Regent’—Produces abundant, large, extra sweet berries. Native forms of this plant were used heavily by the prairie Indians for food.

STRAWBERRY (Fragaria x ananassa)—Ahh, the taste of homegrown strawberries. Easy to grow and very rewarding, a strawberry pot or small patch can fit in anyone’s home garden. Plant them 18-24” apart in rows 4’ apart. June Bearing Varieties-These forms will produce fruit from about mid-May to Mid-June. Plant more than one variety if you want to extend your harvest season.

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‘Earliglow’—The earliest to ripen. Wonderful flavor. ‘Guardian’—Large, firm, light colored berries. Mid-season. ‘Honeoye’—Consistently bears heavy yields of large crimson fruit. Early mid-season. ‘Sparkle’—Medium, mid late-season, glossy red berry. ‘Surecrop’—Easy to grow, vigorous, and reliable. Early mid-season. Great for freezing.

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Everbearing Varieties—These types tend to produce fruits in the spring and then again in the fall with occasional fruits in between if it isn’t too hot. They won’t produce the heavy crops that you get from the June bearing types, but they can provide the dinner table with some fresh fruits later in the season.

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‘Ozark Beauty’—Sugar-sweet taste and juicy texture.

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Strawberry Planting and Growing Tips

Space strawberry plants 18” apart in rows 4’ apart. Plant with the crown placed right above ground level and the roots spread out in the planting hole. Firm soil around each plant and water well. Remove blooms the first season to conserve energy for better establishment. Water well in dry weather, control weeds. Cover row with a 4-6” layer of straw after the ground has frozen for winter protection. Rake straw aside in the spring and use as mulch for the rows. Renovate rows each season after harvest.

Pruning Grapes

Dormant grape vines are usually set in early spring. Trim roots to about 6 inches in length to encourage formation of feeder roots near the trunk. Prune to a single cane, then head the cane back to three buds. After the first growing season select the most vigorous cane from the trunk and tie it to the top wire. Remove all other canes. After the second growing season select one vigorous cane per wire for the arms. Prune each back to approximately 10 buds in length, lay them down along the wires and tie them loosely. Cut four other canes back to two or three buds in length for renewal spurs. Remove all other canes. Each spring thereafter, replace arms with canes from the renewal spurs, and leave new renewal spurs. If available, use canes of pencil diameter as larger and weaker canes usually are less productive.

Pruning Brambles Black Raspberries Remove canes that have fruited any time after harvest season, cut close to the soil surface. In spring, prune after the danger of severe freeze is past. Late March usually a suitable time for spring pruning. Remove all dead, severly damaged, or weak canes. Each plant needs 4 to 5 large canes for good yields. Prune lateral branches to 8 to 10 inches. Remove all prunings and destroy them to prevent diseases. During the summer top all new canes at 30 inches. Summer topping encourages development of strong fruitful laterals. It also produces stronger stockier plants better able to support crops and resist wind damage.

Red Raspberries The canes of the red raspberry are biennial like other brambles and may be removed any time after harvest. They should be cut off close to the soil surface. In the spring remove all dead, weak, or severely damaged canes. Reduce cane height to 3 feet. If lateral branches are present they should be pruned to 10 inches in length. Save only 7 to 8 canes per hill. The size of the cane should be the guide in selecting the canes to be saved. Only the largest canes as indicated by diameter and length should be saved as they are the most fruitful.

Blackberries Canes that have fruited may be removed at any time after harvest. Spring pruning is much the same as that of black raspberries. Because they are more vigorous the laterals may be left 12 to 18 inches long. Usually 3 to 4 canes per plant promotes better fruit bearing. During the summer top new shoots at 36 inches. Remove excess sucker plants to prevent a thicket.

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Nut Trees Chestnut Chinese Chestnut (Castanea mollisima)—Ornamental, medium sized, spreading tree with lustrous, dark green foliage. Produces big, sweet nuts that are great for eating, boiling, baking, or roasting. Blight resistant. Plant two or more for proper pollination.

Filbert (Hazelnut) American Filbert (Corylus americana)—Round, smooth-shelled hazelnuts make for great eating. Develops into a multi-stemmed shrub. Great for wildlife. Plant two or more for pollination. Height 6-10’, spread 6-10’.

Hickory Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)—One of our most prized hardwood timber trees here in the eastern third of Kansas. Produces sweet, edible hickory nuts. Bark breaks up thin “shaggy” strips, hence the name Shagbark Hickory. The wood is frequently used for barbequing and smoking food. Height 60-80’, spread 30-50’.

Pecan Hardy Pecan (Carya illinoiensis)—Beautiful, large tree with lustrous, dark green foliage. Produces great tasting nuts that can be eaten raw or used for cooking. Our trees are grown from the hardiest, northern seed sources available. Plant two or more to insure good pollination. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’. 86 www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

‘Colby’—A hardy form, suitable for use in this area. Produces good quantities of nuts in the fall. ‘Peruque’—A medium-sized nut with excellent flavor and good cracking quality due to thinner shells.

Walnut Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)—Large, native tree. Produces an abundant crop of great tasting walnuts. Very tough and easy to grow. Self-pollinating. Height 50-60’, spread 40-50’.

Butternut (Juglans cinerea)—Also known as White Walnut, this tough, hard-wooded species has sweet, edible nuts with a very high oil content. Does best in rich, deep soils although it is quite tolerant of drier, rockier sites. Two or three trees should be planted near each other to help with proper pollination. Height 4050’, spread 30-40’.

Roses

Roses ht=Hybrid Tea fl=Floribunda gr=Grandiflora cl=Climber sh=Shrub mn=Miniature da=David Austin English Garden Roses

RED

Black Magic (ht) - Very upright plant with glossy dark green mildew

resistant foliage. Deep vivid bright red blooms have slight fragrance. 2001 Blaze Improved (cl) - Brilliant scarlet 2-3 inch blooms. Recurrent. 1932. Chrysler Imperial (ht) - Large, double blooms on sturdy stems. Crimson red. Fragrant. 1953 AARS. Coffee Bean (mn) - Smoky red-orange inside and shiny rusty-orange on the outside. 2008. Crimson Bouquet (gr) - Medium sized upright/bushy plant bears clusters of bright velvet red flowers. 2000 AARS. Don Juan (cl) - Deep velvety red 5 inch flowers. Very fragrant. Everblooming. 1958 Hot Cocoa (fl) - Easy vigor and natural disease resistance make it a must for every garden. Blooms are smoky chocolate rust orange. 2003. AARS. zNEW!—L. D. Braithwaite (da) – A heavy-flowering selection with crimson-red flowers and a light fragrance. Very hardy. Legends (ht) - Monstrous buds and flowers of rich red decorate this medium-tall/upright bush. 2009. Let Freedom Ring (ht) - Good formed buds open to large

strawberry-red blooms. Medium-sized with upright habit. 2006 Mister Lincoln (ht) - Beautiful urn shaped buds on long strong

stems, open to high centered blooms with 40 or more velvety petals of rich luminous red. 1965 AARS. Oklahoma (ht) - A black-red, more black than red, with outstanding fragrance. 1964. Olympiad (ht) - Full well branched plants of medium clear red flowers of superb face and figure. 1984 AARS. Red Ribbons (sh) - Disease-resistant groundcover type shrub sets clusters of bright red, single-form flowers all season. 1990. Ht. 2’, Wd. 4’. Santa Claus (mn) - Velvety red buds and blooms. Highly disease resistant. 1994. Showbiz (fl) - Compact and hardy plant with excellent disease resistance. Brilliant fire-engine red blooms borne in great sprays. 1985 AARS. Valentines Day (cl) - Clusters of clear velvet red, double blossoms. Heavy blooming, smaller climber. 2006. Veteran’s Honor (ht) - Vigorous upright plant yields magnificent bright red blooms. Flowers are long lasting on the bush or in the vase. 2000. Wing Ding (sh) - Medium sized polyantha. Huge numbers of bright, little, long-lived blossoms of brilliant scarlet. 2008. Ht. 2 1/2’, Wd. 4’ 87 www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

PINK

April in Paris (ht) - Classic seashell colored buds open into blooms of the palest dawn pink

edged in a soft pink. Intense tea rose fragrance. 2008. Aromatherapy (ht) - Upright, well branched bush produces perfect pink blooms. Strong fruity

Hybrid Tea Types Single long-stemmed roses. Flowers generally larger than other types. The most popular selection for cutting. Aperitif April In Paris Aromatherapy Bella’roma Black Magic Blue Girl Chicago Peace Chris Evert Chrysler Imperial Dolly Parton Double Delight Falling In Love Fragrant Cloud Full Sail Gemini Grande Dame Helmut Schmidt John F Kennedy Just Joey King’s Ransom Legends Let Freedom Ring Love & Peace Mellow Yellow Mister Lincoln Moonstone Neptune Oklahoma Olympiad Over the Moon Peace Perfume Delight Pink Peace Pope John Paul II Rio Samba Saint Patrick Spellbound Tropicana Veterans’ Honor

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fragrance. 2005 Cape Diamond (sh) - One of the most disease resistant varieties in the world. Can be trained

as a large spreading shrub or eventually a climber. Has very spicy pure pink flowers. 2009. Chicago Peace (ht) - Shimmering pink sport of peace with canary-yellow and copper tones at

the base of the petals. 1962. Cupcake (mn) - This neat little compact plant is loaded with frosted pink buds and blooms. A

proven performer. 1983. Daddy’s Little Girl (mn) - Pink buds with just a pinch of cream on the petals. Compact habit and abundant blooms. 2010. Falling In Love (ht) - Big classically-formed fragrant flowers of warm pink and porcelain white. Strong rose & fruit fragrance. 2006. zNEW!—Grande Dame (ht) – Beautiful rose-pink blooms and lush, deep green foliage. 2011. zNEW!—Heritage (da) – Perfect, cup-shaped flowers of a medium size. Soft pink with strong fruity fragrance. Mary Rose (da) - Bushy, compact plant up to 4 feet. Old-fashioned rose-pink, double flowers exude powerful fragrance. Heavy bloomer. 1983. Memorial Day (ht) - Very large very double blooms of orchid pink. Strong damask fragrance. 2004 AARS. New Dawn (cl) - Large fragrant pale pink double flowers on vigorous hardy plant. 1930 Perfume Delight (ht) - Rich, spicy fragrance, brilliant pink color. High centered blooms of 30 large, satiny, solid pink petals. 1974 AARS. zNEW!—Party Hardy (sh) – A selection bred in Canada. Deep pink flowers are produced in showy clusters. 2011. zNEW!—Pink Home Run (sh) – A pink form of the amazing ‘Home Run’ Rose. Essentially a “sister” to the original and she, like her brother, has great disease resistance, impressive flowering qualities and good winter hardiness. 2011. Ht. 3’, Wd. 3’. Pink Peace (ht) - Enormous dusky-pink flowers of beautiful form. 1959. zNEW!—Sir John Betjeman (da) – Large, deep pink flowers with a pleasant light fragrance. Medium size with a slightly arching habit. zNEW!—St. Swithun (da) – Lovely soft pink flowers with a myrrh-like fragrance typical of English Roses. Can be grown as a climber. The Fairy (sh) - Small double, light pink flowers on a low growing plant. Hardy and disease resistant. 1932. Ht. 3’, Wd. 4’. zNEW!—The Wedgwood Rose (da) – Soft rose-pink flowers with a lovely fruity fragrance. Very disease resistant. Therese Bugnet (sh) – A very hardy Rugosa hybrid. Wonderful pink flowers loaded with fragrance. Burgundy red stems in the winter add to the show. And did we say very hardy? 1950. Ht. 6’, Wd. 6’.

YELLOW

Aperitif (ht) - Soft luminous yellow blossoms on an upright, well branched, healthy plant.

2001. Chi-Ching! (gr) – Long lasting, glowing yellow flowers on a vigorous shrub. Strong spicy and

fruity fragrance. 2010. zNEW!—Easy Going (fl) – This sport of ‘Livin’ Easy’ has the same bush habit and disease resistance. Delectable peachy-golden-yellow blooms. 1999. Gold Medal (gr) - Golden yellow suffused orange blooms with rich fruity fragrance. 1983.

Roses Helmut Schmidt (ht) - Clear even yellow blooms. Compact upright plant. Sweet tea fragrance.

1979 Julia Child (fl) - Disease resistant, rounded bush yields lots of butter-gold blooms. Has a

strong licorice fragrance. 2006 AARS. King’s Ransom (ht) - Large brilliant yellow scented flowers on strong upright plants. 1962 AARS. Lemon Meringue (cl) - An extraordinary find, a good, hardy, fragrant yellow climber. A sport of Westerland. 2005. Mellow Yellow (ht) - Pure clean and clear yellow flowers hold their color. Moderate fruity fragrance. Deep green clean leaves. 2002. Peace (ht) - Buds golden-yellow edged pink. As the flower opens the petals are canary-yellow to cream, edged pink. 1946 AARS. Radiant Perfume (gr) - Vigorous upright plant bears very fragrant large yellow blooms. 2003. Rainbows End (mn) - Pointed buds open to deep yellow to orange-red blooms. Proven performer. 1986. zNEW!—Shockwave (fl) – Very rounded and bushy plant yields clusters of pure neon yellow blooms. Disease resistant. 2008. St. Patrick (ht) - Medium tall plant with grey-green foliage posesses yellow gold shaded green blooms. Tolerates heat well. 1996 AARS. Sunsprite (fl) - Deep yellow blooms with super sweet fragrance. Good disease resistance. 1977. zNEW!—Teasing Georgia (eg) – Beautiful pale yellow flower on a strong but graceful grower. Pleasant Tea Rose fragrance.

WHITE

zNEW!—Claire Austin (eg) – An elegant, arching form with fragrant, creamy-white flowers. A strong grower. Full Sail (ht) - Full bright white blooms have a strong honeysuckle fragrance. Color Sport of New Zealand has glossy foliage and disease resistance. 1999. Iceberg (fl) - Ice white blooms. One of the best landscape whites. Great for hedges. 1958. John F. Kennedy (ht) - Slow opening fragrant white flowers. Stands up well to hot weather. 1965. Moonstone (ht) - Very large flowers are white finely edged with pink. Mild tea and rose fragrance. 1999 Pope John Paul II (ht) - Among the finest white roses ever, produces luminous, pristine, lavishly petaled blooms. Fresh citrus fragrance. 2008. zNEW!—White Licorice (fl) – Lemon-cream flowers have a wonderful fragrance of sweet licorice and lemon blossoms. 2011. zNEW!—Winchester Cathedral (eg) – A white version of ‘Marie Rose’. Old Rose fragrance.

Floribunda Types Tend to have smaller flowers, borne in large clusters. Larger number of blossoms produces more color than other types. Angel Face Chihuly Colorific Easy Does It Easy Going Ebb Tide Enchanted Evening Hot Cocoa Iceberg Julia Child Livin’ Easy Mardi Gras Shockwave Showbiz Sunsprite Trumpeter Vavoom White Licorice

Grandiflora Types This selection has a combination of characteristics from Hybrid Teas and Floribundas. Produces larger blossoms, borne in clusters on top of long stems. About Face Chi-Ching!

ORANGE

Chris Evert (ht) - Large double blooms of melon orange blushing red, have a moderate fruit

fragrance. Deep red new foliage on medium sized upright plant. 1997. Dolly Parton (ht) - Large fragrant, well formed flowers of deep orange red. 1984 Fragrant Cloud (ht) - Ovoid buds open to rich coral red. Very fragrant. 1968 Livin’ Easy (fl) - Disease resistant plant with flower of showy apricot-orange. 1996 AARS. Oranges ‘N’ Lemons (sh) - Stripes of pure yellow splashed onto bright orange petals. Vigorous

upright habit. 1995. Ht. 6’, Wd. 6’. Tropicana (ht) - Non-fading fluorescent orange-red. A constant flow of flowers all season. Very disease resistant. 1963 AARS Trumpeter (fl) - Compact and bushy disease-resistant plant yields with lots of long lasting brilliant orange-scarlet blooms. 1977 Vavoom (fl) - Medium ruffled, double blooms of bright orange juice-orange. Rounded medium sized bush. 2007

Crimson Bouquet Dick Clark Fragrant Plum Gold Medal Radiant Perfume Rock & Roll Wild Blue Yonder

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What a color represents... Red White Pink Yellow

Love, Beauty, Courage and Respect, Romantic Love, Congratulations, “I Love You”, Sincere Love, Purity, Innocence, Silence, Secrecy, Reverence, Humility, Youthfulness, Appreciation, “Thank you”, Grace, Perfect Happiness, Admiration, Gentleness, Desire, Enthusiasm Given together, these signify unity

Orange

Joy, Gladness, Friendship, Delight, Welcome Back, Remember Me

APRICOT

Easy Does It (fl) - Mango-orange, peachy-pink, and ripe apricot...sounds good enough to eat!

SHRUB ROSE Types Exceptional winter hardiness and disease resistant, allowing these selections to be treated more like a traditional flowering shrub. Cape Diamond Oranges ‘n’ Lemons Party Hardy Pink Home Run Red Ribbons The Fairy Therese Bugnet Wing-Ding

Miniature Types Everything about these selections is smaller-leaves, stems and flowers. Coffee Bean Cupcake Daddy’s Little Girl Rainbow’s End Santa Claus Tiddly Winks

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Great disease resistance. 2010. AARS Winner. Just Joey (ht) - Large fragrant flowers of buff-orange to soft apricot. 1972 zNEW!—Lady Emma Hamilton (eg) – Flowers of tangerine-orange to yellow-orange. Strong

fruity fragrance. 2005. Over the Moon (ht) - Deep apricot buds open to soft caramel tones. Pleasant fruity fragrance.

2010. Spellbound (ht) - Spicy scented blooms of deep coral to pink. Exhibition quality, long-stemmed

beauties. 2006 Westerland (cl) - Natural hardiness and highly disease resistant foliage. Blooms and reblooms freely. Blended apricot orange flowers have a strong spice and rose fragrance. 1970

LAVENDER

Angel Face (fl) - Urn-shaped ruby buds open slowly to blooms of rich lavender. 1969 AARS. Blue Girl (ht) - Vigorous plant with large, clear, clean lavender tones. 1964 Ebb Tide (fl) - Smoky, deep plum-purple blooms have an intense clove fragrance. 2006 Enchanted Evening (fl) - This lavender beauty has a strong citrus fragrance. Compact rounded

habit with excellent disease resistance. 2009 Fragrant Plum (gr) - Tall upright plant yields lavender blushing purple blooms with strong

fruity fragrance. 1990 Neptune (ht ) - Big blossoms of luscious lavender tinged with just a touch of purple. Powerful

sweet rose fragrance. 2004 Wild Blue Yonder (gr) - Clusters of ruffled, ruby-red and purple blossoms with distinct lavender “eyes”. Strong citrus blossom and rose fragrance. 2006 AARS

MULTI-COLOR

About Face (gr) - The lighter golden-orange color is on the inside with a distinct bronzy-red

outside. Loads of blooms. 2005 AARS

Roses Bella’roma (ht) - Medium sized bush with good disease resistance. Blooms are yellow with

pink edging. Heavy bloomer and strong fragrance. 2003 Chihuly (fl) - Named to honor America’s famous glass artisan, Dale Chihuly. This rose has blooms of apricot yellow to dazzling orange-red. 2004 zNEW!—Colorific (fl) – Vibrant colors of peach, coral, salmon, orange, scarlet and burgundy. Dark green glossy foliage. A real show stopper. 2011. zNEW!—Dick Clark (gr) – Blooms start more cherry-pink aging to a deep dark red. Nice long stems. 2011. Double Delight (ht) - Creamy white buds appear to have been dipped in ruby red paint. The 51/2 inch blooms of creamy white overlaid with rich red at petal edges, the flowers change to overall red as they age. 1977 AARS zNEW!—Gemini (ht) – Rich cream blooms blushing to deep coral at the edges of the petals. 2000. Jacob’s Robe (cl) - Large-flowered climber yields lots of ever-changing yellows blushing pinky red blooms. More natural vigor, hardiness and disease resistance than Joseph’s Coat. 2008 Love & Peace (ht) - Naturally vigorous full and bushy plant has abundant full blooms of soft yellow blushing to pink. 2002. AARS Mardi Gras (fl) - Flamboyant yellow, orange and pink blend blooms. Large and longstemmed flowers. Vigorous upright habit. 2008 AARS zNEW!—Purple Splash (cl) – Dark wine-red and white flowers with a yellow center. Sweetly fragrant. 2011. Rio Samba (ht) - Bright yellow blushed orange and red flowers on medium-rounded bush. 1993 AARS Rock & Roll (gr) - Upright, full and very bushy plant has good disease resistance. Creamy buds open to reveal wild stripes of burgundy, red and white. 2009 Tiddly Winks (mn) - Orange-pink flowers with a glowing yellow interior. 2008.

DAVID AUSTIN ENGLISH Types A specific type of shrub rose which combines some of the best oldfashioned characteristics with improved vigor and hardiness. Claire Austin Heritage L. D. Braithwaite Lady Emma Hamilton Mary Rose Sir John Betjeman St. Swithun Teasing Georgia The Wedgwood Rose Winchester Cathedral

CLIMBING Types Longer canes which are great for training on fences, trellises and arbors. Does not actually climb so canes must be tied up for support. Cl. Blaze Improved Cl. Don Juan Cl. Jacob’s Robe Cl. Lemon Meringue Cl. New Dawn Cl. Purple Splash Cl. Valentines Day Cl. Westerland

Rose Planting and Care Tips pFertilize with Fertilome Rose Food according to label directions throughout the growing season. pKeep plants healthy by pruning properly and controlling diseases. pMound winter-tender varieties with 8-12” of soil, or compost or mulch through the winter for extra protection. pFor lower maintenance, plant shrub roses!

p Plant in full sun for best results into rich, well-drained soil. pPlant grafted varieties with the bud graft offset about 1-2” underground. pFirm soil to eliminate air pockets after planting. pMulch year round with about 2-3” of shredded wood mulch. pWater well when planted and then continue to water as needed through the growing season.

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Gardening Numbers Container Class Reference Container Class

#1 #1+ #2 #3 #5 #7 #10 #15 #20 #25

Container Volume Cubic Inches Cubic Centimeters Min-max min-max 152-251 225-281 320-474 628-742 785-1,242 1,337-1,790 2,080-2,646 2,768-3,696 4,520-5,152 5,775-6,861

2,492-4,115 3,691-4,589 5,246-7,770 10,285-12,164 12,860-20,360 21,913-29,343 34,090-43,376 45,376-60,589 74,096-84,457 94,669-112,472

Based on American Nursery and Landscape Association standards.

Coverages

Our Guarantee

Bark Mulches 3 cu ft will cover 36 sq ft 1” deep 18 sq ft 2” deep 12 sq ft 3” deep 9 sq ft 4” deep 1 cu yd of mulch will cover 100 sq ft 3-4” deep

If, after proper planting and care, any Nursery Stock that you buy from Skinner Garden Store fails to grow, we will replace it at no charge for the period of one year from the date of purchase.

Peat Moss

Now for the fine print….. Vandalism, neglect, and winter injury are not covered by this guarantee. This guarantee does not cover perennials or certain marginal plants, refer to sales receipt for details. Seed and sod are not guaranteed. Labor is not guaranteed and a planting charge will be additional for any replacement. Guarantee is for the original purchase price only. Sales receipt is required for all replacements.

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1 ct ft of compressed peat moss will cover 12 sq ft 2” deep

Rock Volcanic rock: 100 lbs. will cover 12 sq ft River Rock: 100 lbs. will cover 6 sq ft 92

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Fertilizing

While it may not be necessary in the best of garden soils, there are definitely measureable benefits to fertilizing your garden plants. Supplemental nutrients will increase growth rate, improve vigor and color, increase flower and fruit production, and improve overall health of the plant which helps to sustain injury from insects, disease, or other damage. While many products are available, there are two we recommend. FertilomeÂŽ Tree and Shrub Food 198-10 (for trees, shrubs, and evergreens, of course) and Gardenerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Special 11-15-11 (for perennial and annual beds). Use Tree and Shrub Food once in the spring as new growth begins and again in the fall as foliage begins to color and drop. Additional applications can be made

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to promote growth, but be sure to provide ample water to support lush growth. Avoid summer and early fall applications. Gardenerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Special is a milder formula for general garden use and is great for perennial gardens and annuals. As with any application, use precaution and follow label directions.

Crabgrass Preventers

TIP!—All of these applications must be thoroughly watered in before they are effective.

(Pre-emergent Weed Controls)—Apply crabgrass preventers early in the spring. Make sure you have it down by the time the Redbuds are blooming (approximately mid April).

Weed Killers

 GOOD—Fertilome Crabgrass Preventer Plus Lawn Food (Team), 20-0-3—Short term coverage, about 60 days. Needs to be reapplied for control throughout the season.

(Post-emergent Broadleaf Weed Controls)—Apply weed killers when weeds are actively growing. Fall applications typically provide best control but treatments can be made throughout the season as long as temperatures are appropriate.

Hi-Yield Crabgrass Control (Team), no fertilizer—Same active ingredient as the previous product. Useful for applications when no fertilizer is wanted.

BETTER—Fertilome Weed-Out (a Trimec formulation)—This is available in both a liquid and a granular formulation. Liquid applications generally work the best. Use with Hi-Yield Spreader-Sticker.

BETTER—Hi-Yield Turf & Ornamental Weed & Grass Stopper (Dimension), no fertilizer—Season long control with only one application. Will also kill germinated crabgrass that has not gone beyond the two to three leaf stage. Useful for late spring applications (late April to early May). Also great as a weed preventer in landscape beds.

BEST!—Fertilome Weed Free Zone (a Trimec formulation with Carfentrazone (liquid formulations) or Sulfentrazone (granular formulations))—Great for harder to kill weeds. More effective at wider range of temperatures than other products. This is available in both a liquid and a granular formulation. Liquid applications work the best. _______________________________________

BEST!—Fertilome All Seasons Lawn Food Plus Crabgrass and Weed Preventer (Prodiamine, the active ingredient in Barricade), 16-0-8—Season long control with only one application. Best if applied early in the spring, so try to have is down NO later than early April.

TIP!—Granular applications of these broadleaf weed killers should be applied to wet foliage and then watered in a couple of days later for maximum effectiveness.

Disease Controls

Hi-Yield Crabgrass Preventer Plus Lawn Fertilizer (Tupersan), 15-5-10—This is the only product that can be used in conjunction with the seeding of cool season grasses. It is expensive but worthwhile if you are trying to do any late spring seeding.

(Fungicides)—Preventative applications work best, and they will be a lot cheaper. Don’t forget to water all products in according to label directions. Fertilome F-Stop (Myclobutanil)

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Insect Killers

Fertilome Liquid Systemic Fungicide (Propiconazole) Hi-Yield Lawn Fungicide Granules (Bayleton)

(Insecticides)—Only treat if you have a problem or really anticipate one. Keep in mind that some products are most effective on insects in the turf canopy (foliage and crown feeders) and other are most effective on insects in the soil (root feeders). BETTER—Hi-Yield Kill-A-Big II (Permethrin)—Turf insects BEST—Hi-Yield Turf Ranger (Deltamethrine)—Turf Insects

TIP!—Going light on the fertilizer through the spring, especially late in the spring, will help minimize disease problems. Lawn Foods (Fertilizers)—Go light on fertilizer in the spring, do not apply any during the summer and then hit it hard in the fall. That is when your lawn will benefit the most from your efforts. Fertilome Lawn Food Plus Iron, 28-0-4 -Early Fall—Apply around Labor Day. .................................................... Fertilome Winterizer, 25-0-6— Late Fall—Apply between Halloween and Thanksgiving. Fertilome Classic Lawn Food, 16-4-8—Slow Release— Sometimes used for late spring applications. Contains slow release nitrogen. New Lawn Starter, 9-13-7—Seeding/Reseeding—Ideal for using at the time of any seeding, reseeding or sodding project.

Hi-Yield Grub Free Zone (Merit)—Soil Insects Hi-Yield Kill-A-Grub (Mach 2)—Soil Insects Hi-Yield Dylox 6.2 (Dylox)—Soil Insects TIP!—Application timing for grub control: Mid May to mid July—Hi-Yield Grub Free Zone (Merit) July to mid August—Hi-Yield Kill-A-Grub (Mach 2) Mid August—Hi-Yield Dylox 6.2 (Dylox)

TIP!—If you fertilize only once a year, do it around Labor Day. If you fertilize twice, do it around Labor Day and then again around Thanksgiving.

TURF TIPS • FALL is the most important time of the year when it comes to cool season lawn care.

• Preemergent herbicides need to be applied BEFORE weeds come up; postemergent herbicides are used to kill weeds AFTER they have already established.

• A thick, healthy lawn, maintained at the right mowing height is your best defense against weeds.

• Plant only the highest qualityy grass seed. Cheap wer seed will frequently have a lower germination rate and is commonly contaminated with troublesome weed seeds. You don’t want to intentionally plant weeds!

• If you choose to irrigate, more thorough, less frequent waterings are typically the best. • Read the label on lawn products BEFORE you apply and then FOLLOW those instructions. • Most lawn applications need to be watered in following the application. www.SkinnerGardenStore.com

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Gardening Grid

tart here with a sketch of the area you wish to transform!