Newsletter October 2014

Cool Plants

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Cornus alba ‘Elegantissima’

A work-horse shrub, giving a great deal for the little it asks in the way of care and attention. In the spring, bright gray-green leaves emerge with a wide, irregular margin of pure white. This variegation remains vibrant and does not fade during summer. In autumn the display changes to gold, apricot and rose-red. Once the leaves have dropped in late fall, its vibrant red stems are revealed, adding interest to the winter scene.

Light Need: Partial to full sun
Average landscape size: 6-8ft tall, 4 to 6ft wide.
Plant characteristic: Deciduous

Heuchera ‘Midnight Rose’

Fabulous burnished black leaves are spotted hot pink in the spring, lightening in summer to cream and pink spots. Outstanding at close range for outdoor living areas and front entry foundation planting. Exceptional container plant for bold effects.

Light need: Partial to full sun
Average landscape size: 10″ tall, 16″ wide; flower stems reach 2 ft. tall
Plant characteristic: Evergreen

Berberis darwinii

This evergreen barberry from Chile is smothered in clusters of red burnished tangerine buds that open to vibrant orange flowers in March. The leaves are a dark shiny green that glisten in bright light. This tough shrub is easy to grow and drought tolerant once established. It is not as prickly as most barberries.

Light need: Partial to full sun
Average landscape size: 5 – 8 ft. tall and 4ft wide
Plant characteristic: Evergreen

Heuchera ‘Delta Dawn’

Has large round leaves with red centers in the spring and fall. The gorgeous gold to lime main leaf color highlights the venation. Strong, vigorous habit. Perfect for a shade container or to add color to a dark area.