Tree & Shrubs

Ilex Opaca - "Greenleaf" American Holly

"Greenleaf" American Holly Illex opaca Plant Type: Evergreen large shrub/tree Habit: Upright, pyramidal Mature Size: 20’-25’ tall; 10’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Spiny medium green year-round Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Used as hedge or at corners of buildings. Berry-laden boughs are typically collected at Christmas for ornamentation. Winter interest, attracts wildlife. Residential or commercial landscapes. Moderately salt tolerant. Intolerant of wet, poorly drained soil.

Ilex X Attenuatta - "Savannah" Holly

"Savannah" Holly Illex x atenuatta Plant Type: Broadleaf evergreen Habit: Narrow, columnar to open pyramidal form Mature Size: 10’-20’ tall; 8’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid Zones: 6-9 Foliage: Spiny, dull, dark green leaves with wavy margins; accented in fall and winter with heavy clusters of red berries Requirements: Acidic, well drained, medium moisture; full sun to part shade Landscape Characteristics: Used as hedge or screen. Best fruit production occurs in full sun but plants appreciate some part afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Best sited in locations protected from cold winter winds. Prune in winter if needed. Avoid poorly drained soils.

Koelreuteria Paniculata - Golden Rain Tree

Golden Rain Tree Koelreutria paniculata Plant Type: Deciduous, small to medium shade tree Habit: Rounded, spreading, open canopy Mature Size: 30’ tall; 30’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 6-9 Foliage: Pinnately compound medium green; yellow in fall Flower: Long panicles of fragrant dense yellow blooms in late summer followed by papery Chinese lantern seed pods which turn deep shade of pink and last for 3 to 5 weeks. Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun; drought tolerant once established Landscape Characteristics: Excellent medium sized shade tree, perfect for parkways and patios.

Lagerstroemia Indica "Natchez" - Natchez Crape Myrtle

Natchez Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica "Natchez" Plant Type: Deciduous, summer flowering medium Tree Habit: Multi-stemmed, vase shaped Mature Size: 15′-25’ tall; 15’-20’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 6-10 Foliage: Glossy dark green; vibrant red-yellow in fall Flower: Pure white, long panicles bloom profusely in summer Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Lovely long blooming summer flowering tree. Smooth peeling cinnamon bark peels to a light gray. Residential and commercial use. Moderate salt and drought tolerance.

Lagerstroemia Indica "Whit II" - Dynamite Crape Myrtle

Dynamite Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica "Whit II" Plant Type: Deciduous, summer flowering medium tree Habit: Multi-stemmed, vase shaped Mature Size: 15′-20’ tall; 15’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 6-10 Foliage: Bright green in summer; vibrant orange-red in fall Flower: Deep red long panicles bloom profusely in summer Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Lovely long blooming summer flowering tree. Smooth peeling bark. Residential and commercial use. Lawns, patios, street trees. Moderate salt and drought tolerance.

Loropetalum chinenese f. rubrum - 'Zhuzhou Fuchsia' Fringe Flower

'Zhuzhou Fuchsia' Fringe Flower Loropetalum chinense f. rubrum Plant Type: Evergreen broadleaf medium to large shrub Habit: Upright arching; informal Mature Size: 8’-12’ tall; 10’-12’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Maroon Flower: Deep pink flower clusters bloom in mid-spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; part shade to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Maroon foliage, pink peeling bark when mature. Interesting accent plant. Striking color when paired with chartreuse companion plants. Plant multiples to form an informal hedge. Residential or commercial landscapes.

Magnolia Grandiflora "Jane" - "Jane" Magnolia

"Jane" Magnolia Magnolia grandiflora "Jane" Plant Type: Deciduous shrub/small tree Habit: Upright, shrubby, multi-stemmed Mature Size: 10’-20’ tall; 8’-10’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Ovate; copper in spring; turn dark green; bronze and copper in fall Flower: Fragrant, fuchsia pink tulip-like flowers bloom in late spring before foliage appears Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun to part shade Landscape Characteristics: Excellent specimen tree with abundant, long lasting blooms. Nice selection for small spaces. Border and street tree. Residential and commercial. Tolerates pollutants.