Betty Hybrid Magnolia

 

Betty Hybrid Magnolia

Flowering trees are always an attractive feature of a well-planned garden. Chosen carefully, any tree will enhance an area, but by opting for one that erupts into a display of blossoms every spring you can double that effect easily. ThereÕs a huge range of flowering trees to choose from but one of the most popular is the magnolia. The familiar grandiflora species of this beautiful tree contributes the official flower of two US states, but other species can be found around the world. China is home to Magnolia liliiflora, for example, and that compact but alluring species is the basis of the gorgeous hybrid known as Betty. If youÕre looking for a spectacular and easy to grow tree, but your garden is too small for the towering Southern Magnolia, this could be exactly what youÕre looking for. A manageable size but every bit as vibrant as its full-sized cousins, a Betty magnolia will brighten the space around your home for decades to come.

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Bridal Memories Lilac

 

Bridal Memories Lilac

Syringa vulgaris 'Bridal Memories' is a variety of the rather romantic lilac whose meaning, in the language of flowers, symbolizes love Ð which is perhaps why this highly scented and decorative flower is so favored in bridal bouquets. This particular cultivar bears a multitude of tiny pale flower clusters in a lance arrangement and it is their creamy white coloring that makes them so appealing for that special day. Of course as well as being ideal for special occasions these striking blooms make very strong additions to any garden. Growing up to 10 feet tall, these lush plants will give great texture, with the flowers positively glowing in the sunlight and acting as bright beacons for bees and butterflies over the spring and summer months. With a very little effort, plenty of sun and regular watering you will soon have a stunning display of flower heads that can be snipped off and added to vases and bouquets so their beautiful scent can be appreciated in your home.

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ISSAI Arctic Kiwi

 

ISSAI Arctic Kiwi

The Issai Arctic Kiwi is an exciting form of Kiwi Fruit that can be grown in cold regions and will produce up to 100 pounds of fruit from a single plant. You wonÕt even need a second plant because this unique Kiwi is self-fertile. It will grow right into zone 4 and needs no special soil. It is drought-resistant, easy to grow and will even take some shade and still produce bushels of fruit..

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Nikko Blue Hydrangea

 

Nikko Blue Hydrangea

Nikko Blue Hydrangea is an outstanding plant for shady borders or to make a hedge or screen in any shady part of your garden. It has huge flower heads all summer in the most spectacular shade of rich blue possible. It forms a plant about 8 feet tall and as much across and is pest-free, resistant to deer and easy to grow in shade or partial shade right across America. If you need a good, easily grown shrub for a shady garden in warmer states, this is the one to choose.

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Gypsy Queen Hyacinth

 

Gypsy Queen Hyacinth - 10 bulbs

Botanical Name: Hyacinthus orientalis Description: A long popular variety beloved for its elegant apricot pink flowers and rich fragrance. A strong growing bulb, Gypsy Queen will pop up reliably year after year for a distinctive spring display. Plant ribbons of color along paths or drives, use to replace spent bulbs in mixed beds, or grow in planters or pots for portable spring color and fragrance. We ship top quality 15/16 cm bulbs. 8-12 inches tall.

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Blue Prince Holly

 

Blue Prince Holly

Turning a dull garden into a beautiful and relaxing outdoor living space doesnÕt have to be a daunting task. Shrubs offer diversity, through their size, shape, foliage and blossoms, which can enhance your space without a lot of effort. The Ilex meserveae variety ÒBlue PrinceÓ is a beautiful holly shrub that goes well with its companion Blue Princess. By adding these shrubs to your garden plan you can fill gaps throughout your property, make a pleasing transition from taller plants to the lower, ground growing foliage or create a beautiful, practical and hardy boundary. Because of the hollyÕs dense foliage and serrated leaves, it can create an impassable hedge that offers both protection and privacy. This hardy plant will reward your attention with attractive dark shiny leaves and bright colorful berries all year round, enhancing your property with its many charms.

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Fantasy Creation Muscari

 

Fantasy Creation Muscari - 10 bulbs

Botanical Name: Muscari armeniacum Description: Fantasy creation is a beautiful and quite unusual grape hyacinth. It has large flowerheads that are a bit loose and more rounded than pointed. Its most unusual feature are florets that are small and tightly packed, similar to a small broccoli head. Their color is a wonderfully bright medium blue with white edges. They bloom in mid-spring on 8-inch stalks, and are long-lasting in both garden and vase. Excellent for pots, planters, and indoor forcing.

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Variegated Red Twig Dogwood

 

Variegated Red Twig Dogwood

Nothing livens up a garden quite like a few flowering shrubs. Fitting perfectly between bed plants and trees, they let you increase variety and create a shape and texture that guides attention to where you want it. Whether youÕre creating a cosy space around your patio or highlighting the stature of your favorite tree, shrubs give you a simple and attractive way to do it. Unfortunately many of the most popular ones are vulnerable to cold winters, so if you live further north your choice is restricted, but if you opt for the dogwood that wonÕt be a problem. As hardy as it is beautiful, this plant will brighten late spring and early summer with a host of attractive white flower clusters then attract birds with its copious berries in fall. ItÕs a great way to bring life and color to your garden.

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Chit-Chat Gladiolus

 

Chit-Chat Gladiolus - 5 bulbs

Botanical Name: Gladiolus Description: Stately spires rise 5 to 6 feet high in the late season garden, providing a flurry of vivid rose pink flowers with clear white throats. Bright and beautiful in beds and borders, this stunning variety is equally gorgeous in summer arrangements, where the frilly florets continue to open for weeks. Vigorous and hardy, it will thrive for years, creating exciting color and delightful form wherever it's planted. Our premium corms are guaranteed to deliver a spectacular performance - order today!

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Dwarf Hinoki Cypress Tree

 

Dwarf Hinoki Cypress Tree Form

Chamaecyparis obtuse, ÒNana GracilisÓ more commonly known as the hinoki cypress, is an astonishing slow growing Japanese conifer with characteristics unlike any other tree or shrub. Whether you are looking to plant trees that tower above your natural landscape, or smaller dwarf varieties that blend in with their surroundings, they can bring with them more than just visual appeal. Trees provide shade on hot summer days as well as reduce the blustery cold winds of winter. Not only do they protect you against the elements, they benefit the natural environment by reducing greenhouse gases as well as producing oxygen. Their very presence on your property can induce a sense of soothing tranquility that can help you reduce stress and bring a smile to your lips. Planting the hinoki cypress where you can appreciate its beautiful shape and color any time of the day will greatly increase your enjoyment of your outdoor space for many years to come. - See more at: http://www.thetreecenter.com/dwarf-hinoki-cypress/#sthash.DeBob3TF.dpuf

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