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Bearberry - Massachusetts
Bearberry - Massachusetts The Massachusetts Bearberry, evergreen shrub, Arctostaphylos u. 'Massachusetts', is a low growing, mat forming groundcover. It grows 6-12 inches tall, 2-4 feet wide, has small glossy leaves, and can cover a 15' diameter area, but is not invasive. This green foliage turns a bronzy red in fall and winter. The bell shaped, dainty flowers appear in the spring. The fruit, that is bright red and highly decorative, appears in late summer, persisting into fall. This low 'Massachusetts' shrub thrives in a variety of soils, but does best in poor, infertile sandy acidic soil, and is salt tolerant. Do not fertilize, and pruning is not necessary. It is a beautiful, low maintenance groundcover, once established. Zones 3-7 When looking for an evergreen ground cover, be sure to look at this plant!
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| Hydrangea - Incrediball - Sale Price: $47.95 Ornamental Shrub with Gigantic Flowers The Incrediball Hydrangea is a deciduous shrub prized for its enormous, long-lasting blooms. This Hydrangea would look magnificent along a walkway or by an entrance or patio where you won’t miss a moment of its summer majesty. Just as the name implies, the Incrediball bloom is an incredible ball of flowers! It’s hard to describe what it’s like to have flowers the size of basketballs in the yard, but that’s what you’ll have with the Incrediball Hydrangea. The Incrediball Hydrangea grows 5 feet tall with an equal spread. Its dark green leaves are a superior backdrop for the dramatic white flowers that grace its branches throughout the summer months. The stems are especially strong, holding your gigantic flower heads erect above the foliage. In early summer your Hydrangea will form creamy, light green flowers consisting of a multitude of tiny florets. You’ll have a front row seat to its gradual color transformation to a bright, pristine white. The effect of the gathered florets held upright on the sturdy stems is dazzling, especially when you consider that those flowers are nearly a foot in diameter! Later, as summer draws to a close, your enormous flowers will turn back to a subtle green. Your Incrediball Hydrangea is clearly a magnificent, one-of-a-kind plant that no yard should be without. It’s a hardy shrub that is tolerant of many conditions, and will require little care from you. The incredible flowers last for months indoors, so it’s even a great cut flower! * Massive Flowers* Very adaptable |
| Burning Bush - Compacta - Sale Price: $23.95 Bring superb fall color to your yard. The Burning Bush – Compacta (Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’) is not a petite, modest shrub as its name implies. It can grow to be a striking 10 feet tall! Easily pruned to stay smaller it is one of the best shrubs on earth if you are looking for stunning fall color. A popular and versatile shrub the Burning Bush would be wonderful as a hedge or screen but can hold its own as an ornamental or foundation plant. Spring to summer your Burning Bush will have rich, green leaves up to 3 inches long. In the spring small, yellow green flowers appear adding interest to this extremely popular shrub. The Burning Bush really lives up to its name in the fall though. With spectacular fall color in reds that are so intense they nearly glow, it is no wonder this shrub is in such high demand. The bright red color will be a beacon in the otherwise drab landscape of the fall season. Adding to its impressive fall display, the Burning Bush will also show off its plentiful and ornamental brilliant red fruit. The Burning Bush is easy to grow in average to well-drained soil. For the most striking fall color plant it in full sun although it will tolerate considerable shade. Also, with its strong, branching growth habit it can tolerate heavy pruning. Keep the Burning Bush small for a bright garden border, or allow it to reach its full growth as a showy focal point in your yard. If you are looking for dramatic fall color you will not be disappointed with the Burning Bush. * Outstanding fall color* Insect and disease resistant* Low maintenance |
| Euonymus - Moonshadow - Sale Price: $26.95 The Euonymus 'Moonshadow', Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow', is a sport of 'Sunspot Euonymus' that displays wavy and lighter yellow leaves with thin green margins. This dense, compact, and evergreen shrub matures 1-2 feet tall and wide; stays low and compact, forming a ground-covering mat. It spreads slowly and containment is not an issue; forms a low mound as it matures. ‘Moonshadow' is an excellent plant for borders or low hedge. Planted in the sun, they are brighter yellow than those in the shade. The stems turn red, and foliage becomes pink-toned in winter. ''Moonshadow' is tolerant of most soil conditions except overly moist; grows in sun or shade and can be sheared or left to grow naturally. The leaves are ornamentally significant but do not develop any appreciable fall color. * Makes a great container plant! |
| Elderberry - Golden Elder - Sale Price: $57.10 Golden Elder, Sambucus canadensis 'Aurea', is a hardy, rapid growing shrub with bright golden yellow leaves. The clusters of tiny white flowers in spring are followed by bright red fruits in August. These fruits are excellent for making pies, jam and wine. This broad rounded shaped shrub grows in average, medium to wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade, and grows 8-12 feet in height and width. The best golden foliage color is created in full sun. Golden Elder tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, humus soils. Perhaps best when massed in naturalized areas where suckering spread is acceptable. Also effective in shrub borders, roadside plantings, wet or low areas or as a screen. |
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