by Josh Coceano | Nov 27, 2013 | Plant of the Week
Blemish-free foliage, dynamic bark, and colorful autumn foliage combine to make Persian ironwood highly ornamental. The species can be quite variable in form. Parrotia persica ‘Biltmore’ is a selection with a broad, vase-shaped habit and branches that develop all...
by Josh Coceano | Nov 15, 2013 | Plant of the Week
When thinking of the best trees for vibrant fall color, elms aren’t usually at the top of the list. However, the color displayed on the two Ulmus americana between McCabe Library and the Cunningham House these past few days have made me rethink my list. I now...
by Josh Coceano | Oct 29, 2013 | Plant of the Week
The softest breeze sets Gaura lindheimeri ‘Whirling Butterflies’ in motion. While the tap-rooted perennial tolerates heat, humidity and poor soils, full sun and good drainage are essential. ‘Whirling Butterflies’ is more compact than the species. Wiry, arching stems...
by Josh Coceano | Oct 15, 2013 | Plant of the Week
Acorns aren’t the only tree fruit dropping during the short days of October. The smooth, globular capsules of Aesculus pavia, the red buckeye, are splitting. One, sometimes several, shiny brown seed falls to the ground. Native to the southeastern United States,...
by Josh Coceano | Oct 3, 2013 | Plant of the Week
Cercis canadensis ‘Ace of Hearts’ was primarily selected for its compact habit; plants average 12’ tall and 15’ wide in 10 years. The small deciduous tree sports clusters of light pink, sweet-pea like flowers in the spring. The trait I most enjoy is the distinct leaf...
