landscaping

 

Siberian Peashrub

The Siberian Peashrub, 'Caragana arborescens', is large rounded shrub that is well adapted to exposed, cold, dry and other difficult sites. It has showy yellow pea like flowers that appear in late May. The bark of the trunk and stems retain a greenish color for several years. The small leaflets are medium green in color. Often used as a windbreak or tall informal hedge. The Peashrubs are cold and drought tolerant. When planting for hedge, place plants about 4-5feet apart. Siberian Peasshrubs are deciduous and have low water requirements, and a moderate salt & alkali tolerance. ... more

 

Holly - Castle Spire The Holly Castle Spire, 'llex x 'Castle Spire', a Proven Winners selection, is one of the new blue hollies that are great for foundation plants. Castle Wall is compact and pyramidal in form This plant will attain heights of 8 to 10 feet and never be more tha 3 feet wide. The narrow form makes them great for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a specimen. Castle Wall will produce bright red berries in the fall and they will add color to the winter landscape.