Shades of Green
Who say winter needs to be all gray and dull? There are plenty of
interesting evergreens to fill the space and add some life to the humdrum of
the colder months.
We thought about making this email 50 Shades of Green but knew that no
one would read such a long list. Truth be told, there are tons of plants with
winter interest and color. Here are five of our favorites:
Gold Thread Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Filifera
Aurea') - Say that three times fast. Striking golden color and a
floppy dog form, this is a terrific plant to use in mass or as an accent plant.
Skimmia
(Skimmia japonica)
- A plant for the shade. This plant has a deep olive leaf color, a white flower
and red berries. No shade garden should be without it. Deer do not like to eat
it!
Japanese Cedar (Caryopteria japonica 'Yoshino)
- With its upright habit and interesting folliage, this is an excellent
screening tree. Deer tend to leave it along so it is a wonderful alternative to
Arborvitae and Leyland Cypress.
Japanese Plum Yew (Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata')
- Yes that is a mouth full but it is worth it. This low growing shrub has a
very soft texture and a great year long emerald color. It can be used in sun of
partial shade. Best of all, deer leave it alone!
Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina domestica) - Do
not let the name fool you, this plant is not in the bamboo family. It is a
brilliant semi-evergreen, meaning that in most winters it keeps it leaves. With
white flowers in the spring, red berries in the fall, and reddish leaves on new
growth, this is a shrub not to be missed.
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