by Josh Coceano | Dec 5, 2012 | Plant of the Week
Magnolia grandiflora ‘Hasse’ is a cultivar of southern magnolia selected for its narrow columnar form. Trees typically reach up to 35’ in height with a spread of 10’. Magnolia grandiflora ‘Hasse’ is ideal for garden areas with limited horizontal space. A specimen can...
by Josh Coceano | Nov 15, 2012 | Plant of the Month
The Scott Arboretum boasts an impressive collection of plants suitable for growing in the Delaware Valley of southeastern Pennsylvania. Woody plants are emphasized. Plants from Abelia to Zenobia and Clematis to Yucca are cataloged in a document listing all living...
by Josh Coceano | Nov 8, 2012 | Plant of the Week
Hamamelis virginiana are in bloom throughout the Scott Arboretum and Crum Woods. Hamamelis reproduce mainly by seed. After maturing, the capsules burst open, explosively discharging their seeds several yards from the parent plant. European settlers, unfamiliar with...
by Josh Coceano | Oct 25, 2012 | Plant of the Week
I suspect the thrill of plant collecting, and returning with open-pollinated seed, is discovering the surprising variability of the seedlings that germinate. Such is the case with xMangave ‘Macho Mocha’. Our plant, currently growing with other succulents in a shallow...
by Josh Coceano | Oct 18, 2012 | Plant of the Week
Fall color has arrived at the Scott Arboretum. Acer saccharum Green Mountain® is but one maple in full autumn pageantry. Green Mountain is a popular and well-established selection that typically grows 40-60’ tall in cultivation. Other characteristics include strong...
