[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 4-7
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Purplish Black
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pink
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Intense purple black foliage is finely cut like lace, giving it an effect similar to that of Japanese Maple. Indeed, some designers are using it in place of more sensitive plants since Black Lace® Elderberry is extremely durable and adaptable. Pink flowers in early summer contrast with the dark leaves for a stunning effect and give way to black berries if a compatible pollinator is planted nearby. Awards: Silver Medal, Royal Boskoop Horticulture Society.
Top reasons to grow Black Lace® Elderberry:
– unique lacy black foliage is unlike anything else in the landscape
– pink flowers in early summer look chic against the black foliage
– tough and adaptable plant grows in a range of challenging conditions Uses Notes:
This beautiful, versatile shrub works in just about any landscape setting or as a potted shrub on the patio. Good in groupings or masses, or perennial and shrub borders. Makes a nice specimen or screen. Good in wet soils.
PLEASE NOTE: To produce berries, you’ll need a Black Beauty®, Instant Karma®, or Laced Up® elderberry as a pollinator
Maintenance Notes:
According to the Humane Society of America, elderberry can be toxic to pets if consumed.
Best in moist soil although will tolerate dry soils. Thrives under acid or alkaline soils. Best if pruned immediately after blooming. May be pruned to the ground each year and grown like a perennial. Fertilize in early spring by applying a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for the recommended rate of application.
The color on Black Lace elderberry is best in cool climates; in hot areas, it may grow primarily green foliage.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 7-9
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 1-3′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 3′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Purple
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pink
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Jazz Hands® Dwarf Pink Chinese Fringe Flower has cool purple foliage with a cranberry undercurrent. It combines beautifully with the hot pink blooms and fits easily into residential landscapes and container gardens. Best in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Fertilize in spring. Pruning is seldom needed, but may be shaped after flowering. Extra mulch around the base may be helpful in cooler climates.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 7-9
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 5-6′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 5-6′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Purple
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pink
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Jazz Hands® Bold Chinese Fringe Flower is an eye-catching shrub with extra-big, round purple leaves that flush pink. The dark purple foliage holds its rich color all season long, and contrasts nicely with the rich pink flowers. Blooms and foliage are larger than those of any other Loropetalum.
Prefers fertile, well-drained, acidic soils. Fertilize in spring. Prune after flowering.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 7-9
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 4-6′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 4′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Pink, Purple, White
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pink
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Jazz Hands® Variegated Chinese Fringe Flower is the first ever variegated Loropetalum. Its new growth is splashed with pink and white variegation, while mature foliage is a rich purple color. This distinctive plant may be used as a specimen or a hedging plant. Winner of Retailer’s Choice Award, SNA Show, 2015.
Best in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Fertilize in spring. Pruning is seldom needed, but may be shaped after flowering. Extra mulch around the base may be helpful in cooler climates.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 6-12
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 2-4′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 2-4′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Magenta Pink
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Infinitini® Magenta Crape Myrtle forms a heavy-blooming, dense, rounded plant with rich dark pink-red blooms in summer, and nice clean, green foliage. It adds lots of color to summer landscapes, and because of its dwarf size fits easily into container gardens and residential landscapes. Blooms almost continuously.
Best in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Fertilize in spring. Pruning is seldom needed, but may be shaped after flowering. Extra mulch around the base may be helpful in cooler climates.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 3-8
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Partial Sun to Shade
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pink and White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Pinky Winky® Panicle Hydrangea has an unusual name, and an even more unusual flower. The large white panicles open in mid to late summer, and as summer turns to fall the florets at the base of the panicles turn pink. The flower panicles continue to grow, producing new white florets at the tip. The result is spectacular two-toned flower panicles that can reach up to 16 inches in length!
This is a real show-stopper that’s also very easy to grow. Adaptable to most soils and both sun and shade, Pinky Winky will thrive in most gardens. Prefers good, loamy soil. Adaptable to many soils, moderate moisture required. Blooms regardless of climate, soil, pH or pruning.
Can be easily maintained as a smaller plant or trained into a small tree. Prune in late winter/early spring. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label recommendations for rates of application.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 5-9
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 2-3′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Partial Sun to Shade
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Blue, Pink, Purple
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Let’s Dance® Blue Jangles® Hydrangea is a big-leaf hydrangea that blooms on both old and new wood, with a tight, compact habit that is unusual among reblooming hydrangeas. Large, full flower heads will readily go heavenly blue in acid soils; in alkaline soils, they’ll be vivid pink. This proven performer will bloom reliably even in zone 5.
Top three reasons to grow Let’s Dance® Blue Jangles® hydrangea:
-The only truly compact reblooming hydrangea.
-Blooms on old wood and new wood, so you get more flowers over a longer period
-Large flowers readily turn a deep blue in acidic soils
Let’s Dance® hydrangeas are best left unpruned – though they bloom on both old and new wood, you’ll enjoy many more blooms over a longer period if you don’t prune them except to remove any dead wood in spring, once the new growth has emerged.
Big-leaf hydrangeas benefit from a good layer of shredded bark mulch to keep their shallow roots from drying out. In colder climates, they should get at least six hours of sun, ideally in the morning; warm climate gardeners should ensure plants are shaded during the hottest parts of the day.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 3-9
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 4-5′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 4-5′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Partial Sun to Shade
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Green
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Lime Rickey® Smooth Hydrangea is an outstanding native hydrangea with large, disc-like blooms. The flowers start out a fresh green and age to rich jade, all accented with pink pollen for a unique accent. The stems on this hydrangea are exceptionally strong, and unlike ‘Annabelle,’ hold up to even the strongest summer storms without bending or flopping. We’ve seen this plant withstand 2″ of rainfall in one hour, completely unphased! It makes an excellent cut flower and dries well, too. Deadheading is not necessary. And because it’s a super hardy smooth hydrangea, you can rely on it to bloom every year no matter where you plant it, no matter how you prune it.
Top three reasons to grow Lime Rickey hydrangea:
– blooms every summer, even in very cold areas.
– large, jade-green flowers are very long-lasting.
– exceptionally strong stems won’t flop, even after heavy rains.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 5-9
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Partial Sun to Shade
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green, Purple, Red
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pink to White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
‘Gatsby Pink’ Oakleaf Hydrangea boasts big, showy blooms that quickly transform from pure white to a glorious pink, providing months of color. Handsome dark green foliage turns burgungy-red in autumn. This North American native is perfect for woodland gardens and informal plantings.
Top three reasons to grow Gatsby Pink oakleaf hydrangea:
-Native to North America
-White flowers change to pink
-Excellent fall color
Best in moist, well-drained soils. Prune after flowering. Fertilize in spring. May need winter protection in colder climates.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 3-8
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 3-5′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 3-5′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Partial Sun to Shade
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Green Turning to Pink in Fall
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Compared to its famous sibling ‘Limelight’, Little Lime® Panicle Hydrangea may seem like a pipsqueak. Don’t let this petite shrub fool you. While maintaining its short stature of 3-5’ tall and wide, it really packs a visual punch in the garden. In summer, lime green blooms open on strong stems – no drooping here. As it ages, rich pink coloring emerges to prolong the show through fall.
Little Lime® Panicle Hydrangea is small enough to grow in containers and also stands out as a bold mass planting. Its bright bloom coloration makes it an excellent choice for cut flower gardens and can be used fresh or dried. This reliable performer blooms on new wood, so a quick trim in late winter or early spring will encourage fresh growth and an abundance of buds. Like most hardy hydrangeas, it is hardy to Zone 3 and does best in partial sun to shade.
Summer flowers open soft green and turn pink and burgundy in fall. 2016 – Selected as landscape plant of the year
2015 – Awarded a Gold Medal from The Royal Boskoop Horticultural Society.
2013 – Awarded Plantarium Gold Medal
2013 – Green is Life Bronze Medal
2011 – American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA) Management Clinic Best New Plant award.
Prune in late winter/early spring. Apply a controlled release fertilizer in early spring. A supplemental dose of liquid feed may be needed in mid summer. Soil pH does not affect bloom color.