The Wintergreen Boxwood is a cold tolerant, slow growing broad leaf evergreen shrub that can be planted individually or in containers. New growth emerges bright green in the spring and hardens off to a darker green. It is one of those plants that, while not requiring much in the way of maintenance, is nevertheless enjoyable to work with. It is almost a perfect fit in a small, but meticulously landscaped yard or garden. An added advantage of this plant is that it is not high on the list of favorite foods for either deer or rabbits. They are perfect for growing evergreen hedges and garden borders.
USDA zones 4-9
Mature size 36″ W x 60″ H
Low Maintenance
Evergreen – Year round interest
Full sun to part shade
Used in containers, landscapes, and as accents
Recommended spacing 36 inches
Botanical Name: Buxus sinica var. insularis ‘Wintergreen”
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
Average shipping height – 1g 8-12 inches, 2.25g 16-20 inches
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Gold Mop False Cypress is a slow growing perennial shrub that is a contrast to conventional green conifers. It retains it’s lovely golden hue throughout the year, making it a contrasting addition to any garden landscape especially during the winter months.
USDA zones 4-8
Mature size 60″ W x 60″ H
Low Maintenance
Evergreen
Full sun to part shade; Year round interest
Used in landscapes and as accents
Recommended spacing 60 inches
Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
Average shipping height – 1g 6-10 inches, 2.25g 12-18 inches
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The Holly Sky Pencil is a narrow, columnar shrub that produces small, greenish evergreen leaves. New growth emerges light green but darkens up with age. This Holly can get up to 8 feet in height but stays very narrow at 2-3 feet wide at maturity. Let them grow to the height you would like, and then just keep the top trimmed. They are grown primarily for their interesting shape and make perfect container gardens.
USDA zones 6-9
Mature size 24-36″ W x 96″ H
Low Maintenance
Evergreen – Year round interest
Full sun to part shade
Used in containers, landscapes, and as accents
Recommended spacing 24 inches
Botanical Name: Ilex crenata
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
The Blush Pink Nandina from the Southern Living Plant Collection is a fantastic new twist on the classic Nandina Firepower. Eye-popping pink new growth sets the Blush Pink apart from its contemporaries, as the rosy hues seem to simply blush out of the leaves. The shades of pink beam throughout the growing season, culminating with a spectacular autumn and winter showcase of brilliant pink-flushed and dramatic crimson foliage. These compact, dwarf nandinas are perfect for mass planting, container gardening, and borders, and require very little care or pruning!
The Lemon Lime Nandina from the Southern Living Plant Collection provides a zesty twist on the traditional nandina! The Lemon Lime Nandina’s brilliant lime green foliage stays gorgeous and evergreen all year long. Luminous chartreuse green foliage emerges in the spring before maturing to light green in the summer. Consequently, it’s perfect for brightening up spots laden with darker foliage plants.
This shrub features a naturally compact growth habit, and won’t get leggy like traditional nandinas. No pruning required! Therefore, fans of low-maintenance plants should consider letting this reliable beauty into their garden or landscape.
The Lemon Lime works perfectly as a low hedge, ground cover, or an accent, and is at home in an Asian themed garden. Try pairing it with the Purple Diamond Loropetalum for fantastic color contrast.
This variety is known to be notably disease and pest resistant. Additionally, it does not produce berries or spread. This means that they won’t pose a threat to native wildlife from either toxic berries or an invasive nature.
USDA zones 6-9
Mature size 48″ W x 48″ H
Low Maintenance
Evergreen – Year round interest
Full sun to part shade; Compact habit
Used in containers, landscapes, and as accents
The Arborvitae Green Giant is a large, vigorous, fast growing evergreen shrub. It’s natural pyramidal shape boast rich green foliage that darkens or bronzes slightly in the winter. This is an exceptional landscape tree for use as a screen, hedge, or single specimen. It is also resistant to wind once established and can withstand heavy ice or snow, making it a good choice for a natural windbreak.
USDA zones 5-10
Mature size 18′ W x 60′ H
Low Maintenance
Evergreen – Year round interest
Full sun to part shade
Used in containers, landscapes, and as accents
Recommended spacing 60-120 inches
Botanical Name: Thuja plicata
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
Average shipping height – 2.25g 20-24 inches, 7g 48-54 inches
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The Forever Goldy is the first arborvitae that keeps it’s bright golden foliage year round that grows in an upright pyramidal habit. It can be used to create a colorful hedge or screen, growing steadily to any height needed, and with or without trimming it will make a dramatic visual barrier. This is a low-maintenance plant that is valuable in all kinds of gardens, with an attractive form and dramatic coloring.
USDA zones 5-8
Mature size 10-12′ H x 3-3 1/2′ W
Evergreen – Year round interest
Low Maintenance
Full sun to part shade
Used in containers, landscapes, accents, and as screens
Recommended spacing 150-180 inches
Botanical Name: Thuja plicata ‘4ever’
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
Compacta Holly is a moderately growing evergreen shrub. This compact shrub boasts rich green foliage that makes it ideal for mass plantings and hedges that can be trimmed for a more formal look.
USDA zones 6-9
Mature size 60″ W x 60″ H
Evergreen – Year round interest
Low Maintenance
Full sun to part shade
Used in containers, landscapes, accents, and as screens
Recommended spacing 45-60 inches
Botanical Name: Ilex crenata ‘Compacta’
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
An easy-to-grow, evergreen shrub with an attractive upright, pyramidal form. Dense, dark green foliage adds color to the landscape year-round. Tiny white flowers produce ornamental black berries that persist throughout winter. A shapely hedge or foundation plant that responds well to regular pruning.
Mature size 60″ W x 72″ H
USDA zones 5-9
Evergreen – Year round interest
Low Maintenance
Full sun to part shade
Used in containers, landscapes, and as accents
Recommended spacing 50-60 inches
Botanical Name: Ilex crenata ‘Steeds’
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
Average shipping height – 2.25g 16-20 inches, 7g 34-38 inches
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The Leyland Cypress is a fast-growing evergreen tree with rich green foliage that grows in a pyramidal shape. It grows well in a wide variety of soil and climate conditions and makes an excellent wind break, as it provides a dense barrier with good color all 12 months of the year. This is an exceptional landscape tree for use as a screen, hedge, or single specimen!
USDA Zones 6-10
Mature size 8-10′ W x 20-30′ H
Full sun to part shade
Used in containers, landscapes, and as accents
Recommended spacing 72-96 inches
Evergreen – Year round interest
Low maintenance
Botanical name: Cupressus x leylandii
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
Average shipping height – 2.25g 20-24 inches, 7g 48-54 inches
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Ligustrum recurvifolium is a large, upright, broad-leaved evergreen shrub, that is highly adaptable and easy to grow. The dark green, wavy leaves can be used as an evergreen foundation hedge, or privacy screen. Easily pruned to desired shape and size.
With a narrow pyramidal habit, the Thuja Emerald Green arborvitae has a great natural shape and also responds well to regular pruning. Emerald Green is disease resistant making it a popular low-maintenance hedge. The Emerald green arborvitae performs well in a variety of soil and weather conditions, including snow and ice. Even the coldest of winters, the tree maintains its shape and color. Perfect for hedges, screens, landscapes, and as accents!
USDA zones 3-8
Mature size approximately 3-4 feet W x 10-15 feet H
Evergreen – Year round interest
Full sun to partial shade
Botanical Name -Thuja occidentalis
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
