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Cephalotaxus harringtonia ‘Fastigiata’

A slow growing, upright shrub with narrow, dark green, glossy leaves. It is usually wider at the top than at the base. It prefers part shade and moist, well-drained soil. Plum yews are more shade tolerant than most needled evergreens. It is considered deer resistant. Use as an accent or a hedge....
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Buxus sempervirens ‘Dee Runk’

It is a narrow, upright, pyramidal plant with glossy dark green leaves. It makes a dramatic garden accent or narrow hedge. It will need minimal care once established. It prefers sun to partial shade, and a well-drained soil. It may be pruned in late winter if needed....
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Asimina triloba Shenandoah™

A small grafted tree with mild, sweet fruit. The fruit has a smooth, custardy texture, with a good balance of fragrance, sweet fruity flavor, and pleasant aftertaste. The most popular Peterson variety with good yields.  Prefers moist, moderately acidic soils in full to part...
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Asimina triloba Potomac™

A grafted tree that is more upright in habit than other varieties.  Large, fleshy fruit has a sweet, rich flavor. A Peterson variety. It prefers a well-drained soil and half to full day of sun....
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