Height: 3 - 3.5m (10 - 12 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 3m (5 - 10 FT.)
Native to cooler North American climates. Coarse, finely toothed, oval green foliage and inconspicuous yellow-green to brown blooms in spring, followed by red catkins. Tolerates dry and rocky soils; thrives in wet soils. Nitrogen-fixing reclamation plant.
Height: 3 - 3.5m (10 - 12 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 3m (5 - 10 FT.)
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 1.85m (5 - 6 FT.)
A selection from Dieter Martin. Masses of large bloom clusters in early spring. Very productive!! Exceptionally big berries. Ripens more consistently than native plant in early to mid-summer. Best yields in full sun and sandy-loamy, well-drained soil.
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 1.85m (5 - 6 FT.)
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Upright form. White spring blooms, plentiful, large, sweet late-season fruit and orange fall foliage. Self-fertile. Maximum yields in full sun and sandy to loamy, moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Excellent for commercial production.
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Height: 1.5m (5 FT.)
Spread: 1.5m (5 FT.)
Compact form with more of an ornamental value. Large white spring blooms and yellow-red fall foliage. Purple-black fruit for fresh eating/jellies. Self-fertile. Best yields in full sun and sandy-loamy, moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant.
Height: 1.5m (5 FT.)
Spread: 1.5m (5 FT.)
Height: 2.5m (8 FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Large white blooms in spring and yellow-red fall foliage. Highest sugar to acid ratio; excellent in pies, canning or eating fresh. Self-fertile. Maximum production in full sun and sandy to loamy, moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 2.5m (8 FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Moderate suckering. White spring blooms and yellow-red fall foliage. Produces large, full-flavoured fruit. Eat fresh or use in pies and preserves. Self-fertile. Best in full sun and sandy to loamy, moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 2m (6 ½ FT.)
Height: 3 - 5m (10 - 16 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 3m (6 ½ - 10 FT.)
Hardy native shrub with leathery, green foliage and cream-white spring blooms which mature to edible black fruit and orange fall foliage. Self-fertile. Maximum berry production in full sun. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 3 - 5m (10 - 16 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 3m (6 ½ - 10 FT.)
Height: 30 - 90cm (12 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30 IN.)
Small deciduous shrub from the pea/bean family with pinnately compound leaves and green-gray leaflets. Form is less dense but features spikes of tiny clustered purple-blue blooms with golden anthers in early to late Summer . Tolerant of most soil conditions, and drought tolerant once established.
Height: 30 - 90cm (12 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30 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.
