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Hardwood Trees and Shrubs
Pacific Ninebark

Physocarpus capitatus

Round clusters of white flowers cover long arching branches from late spring to early summer. Showy pinkish-brown seed heads remain on the plant through the summer, and attractive peeling bark adds winter interest. Pacific Ninebark has a dense root system and is a great choice for …
Hardwood Trees and Shrubs
Red Osier Dogwood

Cornus stolonifera

Small white flowers in flat-top clusters bloom from late spring to early summer. Whitish berries, red tinged autumn foliage and bright red bark provide striking fall and winter interest. Plant in the sun and cut back hard in late winter or early spring to encourage the …
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Hardwood Trees and Shrubs
Vine Maple

Acer circinatum

Returning in 2026!

Tiny red and white flower clusters bloom from early spring to early summer on this vase-shaped multi-trunk shrub or small tree. Appreciated for its vivid red, orange and yellow autumn foliage, Vine Maple is lovely as a landscape feature or in a …