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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.
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PotnPot 10 169.98
120” Ht 369.00
168” Ht 639.00 |
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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. |
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3” Cal 595.00
3.5” Cal 695.00
4” Cal 995.00
4.5” Cal 1395.00
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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 |
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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
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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.
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4.5” Cal 1395.00
5” Cal 2495.00
7” Cal 4995.00
8” Cal 5995.00
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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.
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2” Cal 439.00
2.5” Cal 539.00
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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.
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POTnPOT10 249.98 |
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| 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.
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48" Ht 89.98 |
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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 |
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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
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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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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.
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| POTnPOT15 395.00 |
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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
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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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