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Betula nigra
River Birch Clump

ZONE 4, HT 40-70’, SP 40-60’, SUN
This native birch of river banks does well in a range of soil types. Its reddish brown exfoliating bark provides year round interest, especially against the winter snow. Prized for being resistant to bronze birch borer. Probably the most trouble-free birch.

PotnPot 10                    169.98
120” Ht                         369.00
168” Ht                         639.00          


Betula nigra 'Heritage'  
Heritage River Birch    

ZONE 3, HT 45', SP 35', SUN           
A chance seedling found in 1968. Lighter bark color than River Birch. Exfoliating bark ranges from tan to creamy white to parchment white. This birch is borer resistant, oval in overall growth habit, and adaptable to moist soils. While not as white as other birches, a good trouble free choice.

3” Cal                          595.00
3.5” Cal                        695.00
4” Cal                          995.00
4.5” Cal                       1395.00          


Betula platyphylla 'Whitespire Birch'
Whitespire Birch
ZONE 4, HT 50', SP 30', SUN
Narrow and pyramidal in form, the 'Whitespire' variety is particularly resistant to disease and is tolerant of a variety of soil conditions. Chalky white bark adds interest year round.

PotnPot 10                    169.98
120" Ht                         369.00
144” Ht                         469.00
168” Ht                          639.00              


Carpinus caoliniana      
American Hornbeam; Blue Beech 
      

ZONE 3, HT 20-30', SP 15-20', SUN/SHADE          
A small tree that does best in moist, well-drained soils. Often called 'Musclewood' because of its overall bark appearance which looks like a flexed forearm muscle. This versatile native tree shows excellent fall color (orange to red) in our growing fields.  

PotnPot 10                    169.98
2” Cal                           439.00
2.5’ Cal                         539.00
3” Cal                           669.00


Catalpa speciosa
Northern Catalpa

ZONE 4, HT 60’, SP 40’, SUN
Beautiful spikes of large white flowers with yellow spots bloom in June and justify growing this tree. Large green foliage drops in autumn to reveal an open, gnarled and twisted winter outline. Fast growing and very tolerant of a variety of soil conditions.

4.5” Cal                        1395.00
5” Cal                           2495.00
7” Cal                           4995.00
8” Cal                           5995.00


 
Cercidiphyllum japonicum         Katsura          

ZONE 4, HT 40', SP 25', SUN           
Heart-shaped leaves emerge with a red tinge, and change to a blue-gray, but the apricot-yellow fall color is why I love this ornamental tree. 

2” Cal                           439.00
2.5” Cal                         539.00       


 
Cercis canadensis 'Covey'         Lavender Twist Weeping Redbud        

ZONE 5, HT 8-10', SP 8', SUN         
This pendulous beauty is covered with lavender-pink flowers in spring. The "twist" in this specimen is the unique branching structure tehat it exhibits. Introduced by Tim Brotzman of Brotzmans Nursery.  

POTnPOT10                            249.98


Chionanthus virginicus  
White Fringe Tree     
   

ZONE 4, HT 10-15', SP 8-12', SUN/PART SHADE 
A small, slow-growing, native tree with long, fleecy white panicles in late spring make it a plant of refined beauty. Birds love the dark blue fruit in summer. A very beautiful specimen.     

48" Ht                      89.98


Cornus alternifolia - Tree Form
Pagoda Dogwood

ZONE 3, HT 15-25', SP 15-25', SUN/ SHADE         
Pagoda Dogwood is a small tree native to the woods around Charlotte.  We have begun growing this tree as it appears to be neglected by the nursery industry.  Horizontal branching, creamy white flower clusters, and a burgundy fall color.

POTnPOT10               129.98


Cornus mas 'Golden Glory'
Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
ZONE 4, HT 15-20', SP 10-15', SUN/PART SUN
This underutilized small tree has small yellow spring flowers followed by bright red cherry like fruit in summer. Actually a dogwood, Cornelian Cherries can be used in the shrub border or in foundation plantings. Plant against dark backgrounds for maximum flower impact.

36” Ht                            44.98



Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Bergeson'
Green Ash
ZONE 2, HT 50', SP 30', SUN/PART SUN
A stately, upright tree for the boulevard or home landscape. Fast growing and densely branched when mature, this tree can tolerate the HEAVIEST soils. The best choice for tough situations and poor soils. Brilliant yellow fall color.

1.75” Cal                     369.00
2” Cal                          395.00
2.5” Cal                       495.00
3” Cal                          595.00
3.5” Cal                       695.00
4” Cal                          995.00
4.5” Cal                       1495.00


Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Heuver Foothills'
Green Ash
ZONE 2, HT 40', SP 30' SUN/PART SUN
A great shade tree with an upright and oval form. Green leaves in summer turn yellow in fall.
2” Cal                          395.00
2.5” Cal                        495.00

Ginko biloba ‘Pendula’ 
Weeping Maidenhair Tree

ZONE 4, HT 8-10’, SP 10-12’, SUN
A stunning and rare specimen with unique fan-shaped foliage and weeping branches. Spectacular in fall as well with its yellow fall foliage.

POTnPOT15               395.00

 
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Imperial'   Thornless Honeylocust 

ZONE 4-7, HT 30-35', SP 30-35', SUN/PART SUN
More compact than other honeylocusts, this variety has a graceful, spreading shape with dainty bright green foliage that turns yellow in fall. Mostly seedless, it will develop some pods.         

2" Cal                       439.00
2.5" Cal                     539.00
3” Cal                        669.00


Gleditsia triacanthos 'Skyline'
Thornless Honeylocust
ZONE 4, HT 45', SP 40', SUN
A beautiful, open-habit shade tree, small leaflets allow filtered light to pass through creating a wonderful light shade. Late to leaf out in spring and develops great yellow fall color. Adaptable to most soils.

2” Cal                        439.00
2.5” Cal                      539.00
3” Cal                        669.00
3.5" Cal                      795.00        


 

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