Abies squamata 'Flaky' Size:1 gallon size

Abies squamata 'Flaky' Size:1 gallon sizeIntroduced by the Buchholz Nursery in Gaston, Oregon, this upright conifer was named due to the interesting exfoliating bark, but the most decorative quality is the lovely velvety purple cones produced along the branches. Originally from China and very rare. Prefes full sun in well drained soil. 'Flaky' will grow to 8 ft tall and 4 ft wide in 10 years. Hardy to zone 5.

detectable at quite a distance from the plant

deep cobalt-blue flowers cover this wonderful groundcover from spring through summer

This species is native to Sri Lanka

Attracts bees and butterflies

This cultivar is an excellent choice for a rock or trough garden for it will never outgrow its space

The flowers seem to be about the same size as those on 'Hardy Gardenia Sport'

Growing slowly to 5 ft tall and wide

Discovered by Lohbrunner nursery in British Columbia in the 1950's in a batch of seedlings

New growth is red in color

This one will grow in poor quality clay soil

Also known as 'Mulan' this Peruvian lily has two-toned lavender flowers mixed with cream for a new look among this group of plants

Another silver-foliaged miniature conifer from Germany