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(A. ‘Panache’ Distinct, clean silver to cream margined variegated foliage and white flowers. Discovered by Minier Nursery of France. Propagation prohibited, patent/trademark tag required. Available June.

Zone 6, 3 feet, gr 1,  

'Little Richard'

(A. zanderi) A new dwarf cultivar with abundant white flowers and dark glossy leaves. New growth is an attractive bright red. Superb reblooming qualities. A branch sport of 'Sherwood' discovered by Richard Currin.

Zone 6, 2-3 feet, Fragrant, gr 1, Full sun Partial shade 

mosanensis  Fragrant Abelia  

A hardy, fragrant Abelia!!! We found this deciduous species in Latvia so we know it’s hardy. Wonderfully fragrant, rich pink flowers. The fragrance is better than a Lilac! The blooms adorn this plant from late May to early June. The glossy summer foliage turns an attractive orange-red in autumn. We have never seen any tip dieback on this plant even in years when the other Abelia cultivars are killed to the ground. Very exciting!

Zone 5 or hardier, 5-6 feet, Fragrant, gr 1, Full sun Partial shade

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Abeliophyllum

White Forsythia 

Family: Oleaceae

(Abelio-phy-llum: Abelia-like leaves)

Abeliophyllum distichum 

Resembles a Forsythia in most respects, except for its white flowers and a shorter stature. Benefits from a hard pruning after flowering. Red fall color.

Zone 5(4), 3-5 feet, Fragrant, gr 1.5, Cutting, Full sun Partial shade

‘Roseum’

A very fine, soft pink flowered version of the above. Not a dark pink, but a pleasant soft pink, that in our opinion, is an improvement over the species. Available June

Zone 5(4), 3-5 feet, Fragrant, gr 1.5, Good for Cutting, Full Sun Partial Shade

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Acanthopanox

False Aralia

Acanthopanox sieboldianus ‘Variegatus’

(Syn. Elutherococcus s. ‘Variegatus’) One of the best looking variegated plants with it’s glossy, bright yellow and green palmate leaves. An arching shrub that is very tough and tolerant requiring little care or attention. Small weak spines at the petioles.

Zone 4, 5-10 feet, gr 1,  

Andromeda polifolia  

Bog Rosemary

Family: Ericaceae 

(Androm-eda: Greek mythological name)

Andromeda polifolia 'Blue Ice' 

Bog Rosemary is low mounding shrub with excellent blue, rosemary-like foliage. Pinkish-white, urn-like flowers from May to July. It grows best in moist but well drained acid soil. Use in perennial borders, rock garden or in the front of the shrub border as a low edger.

Zone 2, 12 inches, gr 2, Full Sun Partial Shade

Aronia melanocarpa

Aronia 

Family: Rosaceae

(Aro-nia: modified from Aria, a species of Sorbus)

'Autumn Magic' NATIVE RANGE

Its name perfectly describes the magical mixture of red and purple autumn hues. Dark green, waxy summer foliage and white spring flowers add to the magic. Mass for the best show.

Zone 3, 5-7 feet, Fragrant, gr 1, Full sun Partial shade

'Brilliantissima' NATIVE RANGE

(A. arbutifolia) Fragrant white flowers, bright red glossy berries, shiny foliage, and brilliant red fall color unite to make a superb plant. The fall color can’t be beat.

Zone 4, 6-8 feet, Fragrant, gr 1, Full sun Partial shade

IROQUOIS BEAUTY^™   NATIVE RANGE

(A. m. 'Morton') Royalty .25/plant.

A useful compact Aronia from the Morton Arboretum. The same beautiful flowers and fall color but in a smaller package. Zone 3, 3 feet, Fragrant, gr 1, Full sun Partial shade

 ‘Nero’
Developed in Eastern Europe as a source of vitamin C because citrus was not widely available behind the iron curtain. Noted for its abundant production of large, attractive black fruit. Showy spring flowers and good red fall color. NATIVE: North America. Zone 3, 3-5 feet, gr 1, Full sun Partial shade

'Viking'  NATIVE RANGE

We consider this one of the best Aronia cultivars. Attractive dark glossy leaves and superb red autumn hues make Viking a winner. Attractive flower display appears earlier than other selections. The large, attractive black fruit persists until spring. Developed in Europe as an orchard plant. Said to be high in vitamins. FIRST CHOICE AWARD'94

Zone 3, 3-5 feet, Fragrant, gr 1, Full sun Partial shade