by Andrew Thomas | Oct 21, 2015 | Plant of the Month
Deciduous conifers can be a confusing term to the plant novice. I assure you, it is a group to be cherished. You may be familiar with Taxodium, Metasequoia, and Ginkgo, all of which are noted for their amazing fall color, longevity, and tolerance. I would like to...
by Andrew Thomas | Oct 14, 2015 | Plant of the Week
Ajania pacifica (silver & gold chrysanthemum) Asteraceae Do you like Pachysandra? Well I do, and this is a great perennial substitute. Not only is it perennial, it is also full sun and loves lean soil. It has been seen as far south as Atlanta, so you know it is...
by Andrew Thomas | Sep 22, 2015 | Plant of the Month
The seventeenth President, Andrew Jackson, was nicknamed ‘Old Hickory’. He earned this nickname from his strength and tenacity in the War of 1812. I always think of him when I see a mature Shagbark Hickory. Some may say that it only has two seasons of interest, but I...
by Andrew Thomas | Jul 30, 2015 | Plant of the Week
Vitex agnus-castus ‘Shoal Creek’ (Chastetree) Lamiaceae As you approach the corner of Mertz Residence Hall, it will be hard to miss the mass of blue-grey foliage and massive blue flower spikes of Vitex agnus-castus ‘Shoal Creek’. I really enjoy this tree...
