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Ulmus parvifolia (‘Emer II’) Allee®

[gallery ids="5341,8290"] An upright spreading tree with an outline similar to that of the American Elm. It is very resistant to Dutch Elm disease and elm leaf beetle. The bark exfoliates in puzzle-like patches, exposing various shades of gray, green and orange-brown. The glossy green summer foliage turns to soft yellow and orange in the fall....
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Tilia tomentosa ‘Sterling’

[gallery ids="5335,5334,8807"] This is a broadly pyramidal tree. The glossy leaves have dark green on top with silvery-white underneath, giving it a shimmering effect with each breeze. The early summer blooms are fragrant, showy and attrative to bees. The fall color is a clean yellow, contrasting with the white underside of the leaf. It is tolerant...
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Thuja plicata ‘Green Giant’

A fast growing, narrowly pyramidal evergreen tree. The rich green foliage remains outstanding in it's hardiness range. It is disease free and can be kept more compact by pruning. Is often used for screening or hedges. Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. This is a selection from the U.S. National Arboretum....
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Thuja occidentalis ‘Rheingold’

[gallery ids="5333"] A slow growing, globe shaped shrub with rich, golden-yellow foliage. Color turns coppery in winter. It needs little to no pruning. Best in full sun but appreciate some light afternoon shade in hot summer areas. It performs best in a moist, well-drained soil, but is tolerant of other conditions except dry....
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