Residential & Commercial Landscaping
Scientific Name: Taxodium Distichum The Bald Cypress is a majestic deciduous conifer that is well-known for its striking appearance and unique adaptability to various environments. With its feathery foliage, attractive cinnamon-red bark, and conical shape, the Bald Cypress adds a touch of natural beauty to any landscape. It’s a versatile and resilient tree that thrives in wet or dry conditions, making it a valuable addition to any garden or natural […]
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Scientific Name: Syringa Reticulata ‘Ivory Silk’ The Ivory Silk Japanese Tree Lilac is an exquisite addition to any landscape, boasting clusters of fragrant, creamy-white blooms in the spring and lush, vibrant green foliage throughout the summer. With its graceful appearance and captivating fragrance, this tree is sure to elevate the beauty of any outdoor space. Companion Plants: Specimen Tree*
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Scientific Name: Gleditsia Triacanthos var. inermis ‘skyline’ The Skyline Honeylocust is a stunning deciduous tree known for its open, spreading canopy and delicate, feathery foliage. Its adaptability to various soil types and urban conditions makes it ideal for city landscapes. With its vibrant golden-yellow fall foliage, it adds visual appeal to any environment. Apart from its beauty, the tree provides dappled shade that allows other plants to thrive underneath. It’s […]
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Scientific Name: Populus Tremuloides Quaking Aspen trees are a beautiful and iconic symbol of the North American landscape. With their distinctive white bark and shimmering leaves that dance in the wind, Quaking Aspen trees add a touch of natural elegance to any environment.
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Scientific Name: Malus ‘Royal Raindrops’ The One of the prettiest purple-leafed crabapples, the Royal Raindrops Crabapple, is a deciduous, broadly round habit with a long season of interest. Masses of Fragrant, Magenta pink single appear in mid spring. Noted for its Excellent Disease Resistance, Heat, and drought tolerance. This easy-care flowering crabapple provides an all-season appeal and is regarded as one of the best new cultivars. Companion Plant: Specimen Tree*
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Scientific Name: Cornus Alternifolia White dogwood trees are a stunning addition to any garden, providing year-round beauty. In spring, they dazzle with white bracts and flowers; in summer, they reveal glossy green leaves. In fall, they bear crimson berries; in winter, their textured bark steals the show. Despite their elegance, white dogwoods are low-maintenance, making them an excellent choice as a specimen or foundation plant for your garden.
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Scientific Name: Acer Freemanii ‘Autumn Blaze’ introducing the Autumn Blaze: a fast-growing, large deciduous tree renowned for its upward-reaching branches and stunning fall foliage. This tree is a true standout with its dense, oval to rounded canopy of deeply-cut, vibrant green leaves that transform into a breathtaking display of brilliant orange-scarlet to crimson red in the autumn. Companion Plants: Japanese Spurge, Spring Snowflake
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Scientific Name: Acer Palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ The Bloodgood Japanese Maple is an exquisite, easy-to-care-for tree adorned with vibrant burgundy-red leaves. Its compact size makes it ideal for more miniature landscapes, where it can infuse year-round charm and elegance. Its combination of beauty, adaptability, and low maintenance makes it a highly sought-after choice for homeowners and landscape professionals. Companion Plants: Allium, Bloodtwig Dogwood, Spring snowflake
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Scientific Name: Acer Palmatum ‘Crimson Queen’ A sought-after Japanese maple variety is known for its elegant, weeping habit and vibrant crimson foliage. Its compact size and slow growth make it ideal for smaller gardens or container planting. Thriving in full sun, partial shade, and well-drained soil, this exquisite variety adds year-round beauty and elegance to any landscape. Companion Plants: Royal Fern, Siberian Bugloss, Japanese Spurge
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Scientific Name: Acer Palmatum dis. ‘Tamukeyama’ The Tamukeyama Maple, a cultivar of Japanese maple, is prized for its striking deep red to purple foliage, adding vibrant color to any garden. This compact tree thrives in various climates, with minimal maintenance required. Its cascading branches and color-changing leaves make it a captivating and resilient choice for gardens and landscapes. Companion Plants: Cushion spurge, Lily-Flowered Tulip
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Scientific Name: Malus ‘Red Jewel’ The Red Jewel Crabapple stands as a breathtaking addition to any garden, boasting vibrant blooms and a robust presence that effortlessly enhances the beauty of your outdoor space. Companion Plants: Specimen Plant*
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Scientific Name: Magnolia Stellata ‘Royal Star’ The Royal Star Magnolia is known for its stunning early spring blooms of fragrant, star-shaped, white flowers. Its compact form makes it suitable for gardens of various sizes, and its lush, dark green foliage provides an elegant backdrop for the blossoms. Adaptable and low-maintenance, it’s a favorite choice for a captivating floral display in any landscape. Companion Plants: Astilbe, Hosta, Big Leaf Hydrangea, Azalea
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Scientific Name: Magnolia ‘Jane’ The Seven Magnolia ‘Jane’ is a resilient variety known for its late-blooming, purple-pink flowers. A part of the “Little Girl” series, ‘Jane’ blooms in mid-spring, avoiding damage from late frosts. Its compact size makes it suitable for small gardens or as a focal point in larger landscapes. With lush foliage that turns bronze in fall, ‘Jane’ provides year-round interest and appeal. Companion Plants:Japanese Spurge, Spanish Bluebells
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Scientific Name: Heptacodium Miconioides The Seven Son Flower is a unique and underappreciated plant known for its late-season bloom, featuring clusters of fragrant, white flowers that develop into striking red calyces. With its peeling bark, this plant offers year-round interest and is ideal for attracting pollinators. Companion Plants: Specimen plant*
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Scientific Name: hamamelis Virginiana Common Witch Hazel is known for its fragrant late-fall flowers that bloom when most plants are dormant. Its yellow petals stand out against the backdrop of yellowing leaves, adding a rare touch of autumnal color to the landscape.Ideal for naturalistic plantings and providing winter interest, Common Witch Hazel is a versatile and valuable addition to any garden. Companion Plants: Mountain Azalea, Oak Leaf Hydrangea, Carolina Jessamine
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Scientific Name: Hamamelis Vernalis Tricolor Vernal Witch Hazel represents an enchanting choice for any garden. Its early spring blooms, a rare stroke of golden-yellow amidst the still-dormant landscape, infuse warmth and color. Opt for Vernal Witch Hazel to usher in the spring with its vibrant, fragrant flowers, offering a beacon of renewal and beauty. Companion Plants: Oak Leaf Hydrangea, Little Henry Sweetspire, River Birch
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Scientific Name: Fagus Sylvatica ‘Tricolor’ Tricolor Beech trees are a stunning addition to any landscape. With their unique blend of green, white, and pink leaves, they provide a vibrant and eye-catching display. Consider adding a Tricolor Beech to your garden today for a pop of color and a touch of elegance. Companion Plants: Sage, Red Valerian
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Scientific Name: Cercis Canadensis The Eastern Redbud is renowned for its vibrant magenta-pink flowers that blossom directly on branches and the trunk. Its graceful, heart-shaped leaves undergo a stunning color transformation to yellow in the fall, enhancing its ornamental appeal. This adaptable and low-maintenance tree is favored for infusing gardens and natural spaces with vivid beauty and charm. Companion Plants: Flowering Dogwood, Coralbean, Virginia Witch Hazel
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Scientific Name: Carpinus Betulus ‘Fastigiata’ Columnar Hornbeam boasts a striking upright, narrow shape with deep, forest green foliage and a refined texture, ensuring a polished appearance every day. Its sleek form makes it an ideal addition to gardens of any size! Companion Plants: Black Eyed Susan, Plantain Lily, Allium
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Scientific Name:Betula Nigra River birch trees are a beautiful and functional addition to any landscape. Their unique peeling bark and graceful form make them a striking focal point in any garden. With their ability to thrive in wet soil and their resistance to pests and diseases, river birch trees are a low-maintenance and sustainable choice for any outdoor space. Companion Plants: Hakone Grass, Great Masterwort, Sweetbay Magnolia, Sweet Gum, Carolina […]
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Scientific Name: Amelanchier x Grandiflora The apple serviceberry is a beautiful and versatile North American native tree. It offers stunning white flowers in spring, colorful foliage in fall, and delicious berries in summer, making it an excellent choice for gardens. This low-maintenance tree is also resistant to common diseases and pests, making it an eco-friendly landscaping option. Companion Plants: Tulips, Narcissi, Fritillaria
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Scientific Name: Amelanchier Canadensis The Shadblow Serviceberry, or Amelanchier canadensis, is a captivating deciduous tree native to eastern North America. With its exquisite white flowers in spring, followed by edible berries and stunning fall foliage, this tree offers year-round beauty and provides essential habitat and food for wildlife. Companion Plants: Smoke Bush, Woodland Phlox, Little Bluestem, Foam Flower
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Scientific Name: Acer Rubrum ‘Frank Jr.’ The Redpointe Maple is a stunning and hardy tree with a pyramidal shape. Its foliage transforms from bright green in spring and summer to vibrant red in the fall, creating a striking display. This maple variety is adaptable, low-maintenance, and resilient, making it an excellent choice for urban environments and landscapes. Companion Plants: Sage, Viburnum
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Scientific Name: Acer Palmatum ‘Emperor’ Emperor Maple is a captivating ornamental tree with striking purple-red leaves that hold their color even in the heat of summer and transition to vibrant red in the fall. The Emperor Japanese Maple is the ideal choice for those seeking a stunning tree with straightforward care requirements. Companion Plants: Bloodtwig Dogwood, Spring Snowflake
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