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Picea glauca ‘Conica’

[gallery ids="4144,6356"] A dense, slow growing, pyramidal to conical evergreen shrub. The new growth is soft, bright green. Prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It benefits from a location with good air flow. Use in the landscape as a specimen, focal point, or for foundation planting. Discovered in Alberta, Canada in 1904....
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Heaths and Heathers

Calluna and Erica offer year round interest. During the winter, the foliage on many selections turns to bright colors. They are wonderful planted in mass, along with grasses, perennials or conifers. The flowers appear in different seasons, depending on the variety. In general, the secret to happy heather is good drainage, regular summer moisture,...
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Hamamelis: multi-season plants

Hamamelis is a genus of plants known for strap-like winter flowers and fall color. Many of the cultivars and species have fragrant flowers, a real treat on a dreary day in winter. The plants are relatively trouble free. They prefer a site that is well drained in full sun to part shade. Their preferred soil...
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