Height: 5 - 10cm (2 - 4 IN.)
Spread: 25 - 30cm (10 - 12 IN.)
Unique, neat, low clumps of fleshy blue-green, tight rosettes with white, then red outer tips, covered in web-like fibres. Tall, red stems with pink, star-shaped blooms in summer. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 5 - 10cm (2 - 4 IN.)
Spread: 25 - 30cm (10 - 12 IN.)
Height: 4m (13 FT.)
Spread: 3m (10 FT.)
Extremely hardy, adaptable North American native plant. Fuzzy, narrow, silver foliage on thorny branches and red ornamental fruit in late summer. Highly tolerant of poor soils including alkaline. Wildlife food/shelter source. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 4m (13 FT.)
Spread: 3m (10 FT.)
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Native shrub distinguished by its dark green oval foliage with rust coloured dots on the underside. Inconspicuous yellow flowers mature to bright red, ornamental berries. Tolerates poor soils. Commonly used in reclamation sites. Xeriscape plant.
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Height: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Spread: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Masses of tall spikes of pale yellow blooms from mid-to-late summer accented by bright green foliage. Should not cause hay fever - blooms at the same time as ragweed! Tolerates dry soil and drought once established in a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Spread: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: Spreading (Spreading)
Native goldenrod that spreads rapidly, forming colonies of tall, solitary spikes with bright yellow blooms that last from late summer until fall. Important source of food for many native pollinators. Excellent plant for field restoration and naturalization projects.
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: Spreading (Spreading)
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Large, thicket-forming shrub with plumes of white blooms in spring highlighted by attractive dark green leaflets (similar to Mountain Ash). Fast growing, spreading, suckering shrub for larger landscapes/erosion control. Salt tolerant. Requires moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Beautiful plumes of white blooms in spring age to bright red seed pods for continuous colour through summer and fall. Bright green leaflets mature to a brilliant yellow-red in the fall, adding seasonal interest. Requires a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Compact round False Spirea that forms a perfect spherical shape with fern-like foliage. Foliage emerges reddish-orange and then maturing to a light green, followed by golden yellow in fall. Blooms sparsely makes this a low maintenance shrub. Prefers a moist, well drained soil.
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Plant names containing PBRAF, PP numbers and the like, may not be asexually propagated. Reproduction of these patented plants in any form, is prohibited. The symbols used to represent plant characteristics are based on our research and experience. Outcome may vary based on climate and conditions.
Full Sun: Varieties that require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive and produce blooms to their full potential. The Plants with this icon are often heat-tolerant.
Partial Shade: Varieties that require 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants often prefer less intense heat.
Full Shade: Varieties that require less than 4 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants are often not heat-tolerant.
CVI: Certified Virus Indexed Prunus Pyrus and Malus varieties for export to the US.
New: All new variety additions to Bron and Sons within the last three years.
Attracts Hummingbirds: Varieties with brightly colours, nectar-rich blooms. Often tubular shaped with a strong, sweet fragrance.
Attracts Butterflies: These varieties often provide nectar on which butterflies feed. They can also be host plants that females lay their eggs on.
Attracts Birds: Varieties that provide food, cover and nesting areas for birds. Most commonly plants and trees that produce berries, fruits, seeds and nectar.
Plants for Pollinators: Varieties that provide nectar and pollen to pollinators. These plants are often brightly coloured and very fragrant. Many of the best plants to attract pollinators are native plants as they produce large amounts of nectar and pollen vs hybrid varieties.
Drought Tolerant Once Established: Plants that have the ability to withstand extended periods without watering once they are established, but may still need to be mildly supplemented during extended dry periods.
Fire Resistant: These choices are presented as a basic guideline from credible sources, to increase resilience to wildfires. Fire resistant does not mean fire proof. Plants on this list may burn if they are not selected for site and local conditions as well as being properly maintained.
Cut or Dried Flowers: Plants that have beauty and appeal with a longer stem. Often maintainting a sweet fragrance and an extended vase life.
Deer Tolerant: Varieties with the ability to withstand deer feeding without detrimental outcomes. Also included are varieties that deer prefer to avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to deer browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
Rabbit Tolerant: Varieties that deter rabbits; often has prickly, spiky or jagged foliage. May also refer to toxic varieties that rabbits will avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to rabbit browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
