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Ornamental & Flowering Shrubs; Small Fruits & Roses
Cephalanthus occ.'Bailoptics' PP29475
Fiber Optics™ Buttonbrush
Height: 1.5 - 1.85m (5 - 6 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 1.85m (5 - 6 FT.)
Compact shrub with bright green foliage and cream-white, fragrant, globe-like blooms from early to late summer. Ideal as a specimen, grouping, or natural hedge. Prefers wet sites but is tolerant of dry location. Blooms attract pollinators.
Height: 1.5 - 1.85m (5 - 6 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 1.85m (5 - 6 FT.)
Cercocarpus ledifolius
Curl Leaf Mountain Mahogany
Height: 1.85 - 4m (6 - 13 FT.)
Spread: 1.85 - 3.5m (6 - 12 FT.)
Densely branched, large native shrub or small, multi-stemmed tree. Sticky, leathery dark green foliage with inward curled tips and pale green underside. Performs well in very dry, rocky or poor soil where most plants will not grow. Very drought tolerant.
Height: 1.85 - 4m (6 - 13 FT.)
Spread: 1.85 - 3.5m (6 - 12 FT.)
Cercocarpus montanus
Mountain Mahogany
Height: 2 - 4m (6 ½ - 13 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 2.5m (4 - 8 FT.)
Native shrub or small tree of the foothills. Vase-shaped form with long, silvery-tailed, round seed plumes following white, fragrant, summer blooms. Red fall foliage accents grey to mahogany-brown bark. Prefers a moist, well-drained sandy-clay soil. Drought tolerant, nitrogen fixing and erosion control plant.
Height: 2 - 4m (6 ½ - 13 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 2.5m (4 - 8 FT.)
Chrysothamnus nauseosus var. nauseosus
Dwarf Blue Rabbitbrush
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Compact version of rabbitbrush. Small clusters of prolific bright yellow blooms on branch ends from mid-summer to fall. Fine textured gray-green foliage. Prefers poor, dry, sandy to clay alkaline soil. Fast growing and bank stabilization qualities. Attracts wildlife.
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Clethra alnifolia 'Crystalina' PP21561
Sugartina® Summersweet
Height: 70 - 90cm (28 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 70 - 90cm (28 - 36 IN.)
Fragrant spikes of bright white blooms in late summer are highlighted by compact, dark green foliage which turns yellow in fall. Plant is compact and requires little maintenance. Excellent in woodland gardens and for borders. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 70 - 90cm (28 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 70 - 90cm (28 - 36 IN.)
Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'
Ruby Spice Summersweet
Height: 1.5m (5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spires of white buds open to fragrant rose-pink blooms in late summer and holds colour well into fall. Compact form with glossy green foliage which changes to flaming yellow in fall. Excellent in shade and woodland gardens. Prefers a moist, slightly acidic soil.
Height: 1.5m (5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
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.