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Silver Leaf Silky Willow
Salix alba sibirica

Height: 10m (33 FT.)

Spread: 8m (26 FT.)

Silvery foliage on fast-growing oval canopy with orange-brown bark when mature. A streambank stabilizer. Provides wind protection and shelter in shelterbelts. A source of pollen for bees and other insects. Best results with spring planting and prefers moist sites.

Height: 10m (33 FT.)

Spread: 8m (26 FT.)

Golden Willow
Salix alba var. vitellina

Height: 15m (50 FT.)

Spread: 12m (40 FT.)

Bright, golden-yellow new bark is especially noticeable in winter. Low, drooping branches with a broad, rounded canopy. Glossy green foliage. Fast-growing with an aggressive root system. Best planted in large, open areas away from buildings. Thrives in wet soils.

Height: 15m (50 FT.)

Spread: 12m (40 FT.)

Weeping Pussy Willow
Salix caprea 'Pendula'

Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)

Spread: 1.5m (5 FT.)

Weeping, dwarf specimen tree for smaller landscapes. Showy, soft, silver catkins appear early in spring before grey-green foliage appears, then turns yellow in fall. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions including alkaline. Thrives in moist soils.

Height: 2m (6 ½ FT.)

Spread: 1.5m (5 FT.)

Laurel Leaf Willow
Salix pentandra

Height: 10 - 12m (33 - 40 FT.)

Spread: 10 - 12m (33 - 40 FT.)

Large, rounded, fast-growing tree. Furrowed bark and glossy green foliage which turns yellow in fall and persists late into the season. Fast-growing with an aggressive root system. Best planted in large, open areas away from buildings. Prefers moist soil. Tolerates alkaline soils.

Height: 10 - 12m (33 - 40 FT.)

Spread: 10 - 12m (33 - 40 FT.)

Prairie Reflection® Laurel Willow
Salix pentandra 'Silver Lake'

Height: 10m (33 FT.)

Spread: 8m (26 FT.)

A superior selection of Laurel Leaf Willow with dark green, glossy foliage that reflects sunlight like a mirror and turns yellow in fall. Very hardy, fast-growing, dense, rounded form. Great shade tree for large, open areas. Tolerant of wet and alkaline soils.

Height: 10m (33 FT.)

Spread: 8m (26 FT.)

European Mountain Ash
Sorbus aucuparia

Height: 9m (30 FT.)

Spread: 6m (20 FT.)

Clusters of cream-white blooms in spring mature to orange-red berries and persist over winter. Dark green foliage turns red in fall. Broadly oval to rounded shade tree. Larger than S. americana. Prefers a slightly acidic, moist, but well-drained soil. Intolerant of wet conditions.

Height: 9m (30 FT.)

Spread: 6m (20 FT.)

Black Hawk Mountain Ash
Sorbus aucuparia 'Black Hawk'

Height: 8m (26 FT.)

Spread: 5m (16 FT.)

Hardy, columnar form. Large clusters of white spring blooms mature to orange, ornamental berries. Long, dark-green leaflets turn orange-red in fall. Resistant to wind burn and sun scald. Prefers a slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Intolerant of wet conditions.

Height: 8m (26 FT.)

Spread: 5m (16 FT.)

Pyramidal Mountain Ash
Sorbus aucuparia 'Fastigiata'

Height: 6 - 9m (20 - 30 FT.)

Spread: 2 - 3m (6 ½ - 10 FT.)

Narrow, columnar form for compact spaces. Masses of bright, white bloom clusters mature to orange-red ornamental fruit. Bright green leaflets turn yellow to orange-red in fall. Prefers a slightly acidic, moist, but well-drained soil. Intolerant of wet conditions.

Height: 6 - 9m (20 - 30 FT.)

Spread: 2 - 3m (6 ½ - 10 FT.)

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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

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.

Part Shade

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

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

CVI: Certified Virus Indexed Prunus Pyrus and Malus varieties for export to the US.

New

New: All new variety additions to Bron and Sons within the last three years.

Attracts Hummingbirds

Attracts Hummingbirds: Varieties with brightly colours, nectar-rich blooms. Often tubular shaped with a strong, sweet fragrance.

Attracts Butterflies

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.