Shrub of the Week:  ‘Brilliantissima’ Red Chokeberry  Aronia arbutifolia

• NATIVAR deciduous shrub (z4-9) full-part sun, 6-10' tall, 3-5' wide

• Brilliant red foliage in fall, white blooms and glossy red berries; excellent wildlife value especially for birds species (including cedar waxwing!).

• Adaptable and compact, tolerant of a wide range of conditions – preferring more moist sites with part shade, but tolerant of full sun and drier conditions.  A great option for a wildlife friendly hedge or screen.

• A good native alternative to burning bush or nandina

  
  

Tree of the Week: ‘Well’s Special’ Hinoki Cypress Chamaecyparis obtusa

• Evergreen shrub (z4-8), full sun-part shade, 10-15' tall, 4-6' wide

• Soft, twisting sprays of bright green new growth contrast beautifully with mature deep green foliage; elegant yet loose pyramidal habit

• Moderate growth rate (average of 1' per year).  A diversity of options: good for containers, small spaces, in a hedge for screening, or as a specimen in a special spot in the landscape.

• Easy to grow; thrives in moist, well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established

  
  
  

  

  

  

  

  

For sizes, prices, and current stock, see our Tree and Shrub Availability Page: https://www.paintersgreenhouse.com/tree-shrub-availability