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While a likely unknown shrub candidate, Snowberry or Symphoricarpos are native plants throughout the central and eastern United States. They have since been distributed and introduced into nearly all of the fifty states.
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In this late summer scene, enter the Panicle Hydrangea! Panicle Hydrangea, or Hydrangea paniculata - for those few of us who enjoy Latin names ;) - are enjoying an immense uptick in breeding these past years.
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On the list of pet-friendly plants that are “high light” are a surprising number of blooming options. From African Violets to Bromeliads, all the way to Orchids, every one of these blooming “staples” is safe for your pet!
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If you’re looking for a shrub option that is cold-hardy, look no further than this new introduction! The Cesky Gold Birch. Yes, you heard me right, birch!
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The Ninebark genus gets it’s name from the idea that a person can count “nine layers” on the exfoliating bark of it’s branches. Ninebark have attractive tri-lobed foliage in varying colors.
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Among the best and most shade tolerant shrub varieties, are a growing selection of Dogwood cultivars. In other climates, there are dogwood trees…
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As I sit writing this on a bright sunny morning, I am reminded that the long days of summer are upon us. During these days, the sun gets up early in the morning and goes to bed very late. These are generally also days of warm temperatures, although we have been given a little reprieve from those this summer. Temps are seasonably colder than years past.
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