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ACANTHOPANAX sieboldianus 'Variegatus' (Variegated Five Leaf Aralia)  See under Eleutherococcus sieboldianus. 

Acer griseum (Paperbark Maple)    (Paperbark Maple)  A small, slow-growing tree, 20 -30', giving year round landscape pleasure, with an oval to rounded habit, pleasing dark green foliage, showy red fall color, and lovely exfoliating bark. Its unrivalled aesthetic qualities develop at a young age—even at 2 years old it starts to display distinct patterns in rich shades of brown, tan, and reddish brown on its trunk. Zone 5.

Acer palmatum ‘Burgundy Lace’    An American cultivar with rich burgundy colored leaves that are deeply divided into seven very narrow lobes creating a delicate, airy effect. Develops a graceful, broad, open canopy15-18' tall and wide but with thoughtful pruning plants can be kept to scale in smaller landscapes. Filtered light, especially in the afternoom, is recommended as leaves may burn in full sun. A rugged, dependable and beautiful cultivar.

palmatum 'Butterfly'    A elegant small leafed, variegated Japanese maple with bluish to grayish green, deeply lobed leaves strikingly edged with a narrow white border. Develops into a large shrub or small tree with a stiffly upright habit. Mature height will be in the range of 15 to 18'.

palmatum ‘Omure yama’   A large shrub or small tree whose pendulous branches drape gracefully at the edge of the canopy. In 20 yrs. it may be 15ft. tall and 12-15ft. wide with a beautifully cascading habit. The leaves are green, deeply dissected and hang down from the branches adding to the pendulous effect. Newly emerging leaves are bright orange at the edges and fall color is a spectacular gold/orange blend.

palmatum ‘Orange Dream’    A newer Japanese Maple valued for its refreshing spring color. Young leaves emerge orange and then become lemon-yellow with orange margins and tips. Leaves retain their bright yellow color well into summer, changing slowly to yellow-green but still a slight reddish edge to the leaves. Leaves emerge late, thereby avoiding late frost damage. Habit is upright and bushy and plants can be expected to mature at 12ft high after many yrs. Best grown in partial shade to protect the light colored leaves from the hot afternoon sun. Will not tolerate drought. Resembles A. pal. ‘Katsura’.

palmatum ‘Oridono nishiki’      One of the best varieties in the palmatum group. The basic leaf color is a rich deep, shiny green which holds well into fall. The variegations are extremely diverse with new spring growth emerging bright pink. white, cream or any combination of these. Sometimes, new spring leavevs are entirely white or pink. The bark of new shoots may be pink. Plants are sturdy and vigorous with an upright, rounded habit, reaching 25 feet in 20 years.

palmatum’Ruslyn in the Pink’    Small trident shaped,(three fingered), foliage flushes in the spring with a brilliant pink to red shade that is unique and provides one to the most outstanding spring color shows to be had form any tree. With the arrival of summer, foliage matures to a deep plurplish-green, with any newly emerging leaves showing the same brilliant pink to red of early spring, creating a dazzling two-toned effect. Fall color is brilliant red. 10-12' high and wide at maturity. As with all Japanese Maples, the preference is for moist but drained, organic soil with a pH leaning toward acidic. Full sun to light shade, and therein lies the catch, as finding just the right explosure can make all the difference between a merely attractive tree and one that sets the heart racing. Zone 5.

palmatum ‘Sumi nagashi’       Very lacy, deeply divided and dissected leaves which start out bright purple red in spring and then in early summer darken to an almost black red. As summer progresses, leaf color gradually changes to deep green-red. Color holds better in partial shade, away from hot afternoon sun. Fall color is crimson. When fully grown, plants are 15-18ft. tall with a semi-upright habit.

palmatum dissectum ‘Crimson Queen’     Very lacy, intricate, deeply dissected leaves of deep red color that persists throughout the summer even under very warm temperatures in full sun. Possibly turning orange red during the hottest part of summer but showing almost no leaf burn. Mature height is 8-10' with a slightly wider spread with a graceful, cascading form. One of the best dissectum types.

palmatum dissectum ‘Garnet’     Leaves are a rich red-orange color, deeply divided into seven lobes. Color is bestl in sun and persists through well through summer. In less than full sun leaves assume a greenish cast. Vigorous growing to around 12' with a lovely spreading, pendulous habit. Faster growing than many cultivars, so presents a good choice where a larger plant in less time is desired.

palmatum dissectum ‘Orangeola’      One of the best cascading cultivars especially noteworthy for the brilliant color of its delicate, deeply dissected leaves. New spring foliage is bright orange/red with a hint of orange ever-present even as the leaves turn a dark reddish green in summer. In mid summer, the color gets kicked up a notch with an infusion of orange creating a two-toned effect with the dark summer colors and then, with the approach of fall, yet another exctitng color change takes place with the leaves becoming dark red before exiting in a burst of fiery orange/red! The fall foliage is retained longer than on most other cultivars. 'Orangeola' is relatively small compared to other dissetums with mature plants being 9' tall. Habit is more upright and less spreading creating a mound of cascading foliage.

palmatum dissectum 'Seiryū'    Bright green leaves are traced with reddish tones as they emerge in spring becoming all green in summer and then at the end of summer, once again, showing traces of red along the margins. Fall color is spectacular, ranging from strong gold to light yellow suffused with crimson. Unlike most other dissectum types, this cultivar develops a more upright, vase habit, at maturity reaching 15-20' high by 9-12' wide.

palmatum dissectum ‘Waterfall’       A flowing landscape form with layers of pendulous branches covered with bright green, deeply lobed, threadlike leaves. Makes a terrific specimen and is especially effective when used near a water garden. In fall the foliage turns bright yellow. Grows 6-8 feet tall and 8-10 feet wide after many years.

shirasawanum ‘Aureum’ New 

shirasawanum ‘Autumn Moon’   A beautiful maple with mult-season landscape appeal. New foliage emerges in spring a bright chartreuse intriguingly flushed with rust and pink tones on broad, but delicately cut foliage. As summer heats up, orange tones begin to dominate and then, in fall as the temperature starts to chill, deep, rich oranges and reds finish off the season with style. Hardier, more vigorous and more heat tolerant than the similar looking maples. Best color is displayed in full sun, in average or better, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Zone 5.

Aesculus parviflora (Bottle Brush Buckeye)     A native multi-stemmed shrub bearing 8-12" long cylindrical panicles of white, 4-petaled flowers in June and July. Dark green summer leaves turn bright yellow in fall. Outstanding in both flower and foliage. 8-12' high, 8-15' wide. If plants become too large, they can be rejuvenated by being cut back to the ground. A high impact shrub and a mature, well sited specimen is breathtaking.  zone 4.

Amelanchier canadensis ‘Rainbow Pillar’    A narrow, upright, clump-forming small tree, measuring 16ft. tall by 8ft. wide at maturity. White flowers in 3in. recemes are abundantly produced in early spring before the leaves, followed by dark purple berries in late summer which are eagerly sought after by birds . The bark is a very attractive smooth gray color, and, though it may vary from year to year, fall foliage may be notable in shades of yellow, orange and red. Shadblows have a light, airy quality which I find particularly endearing and this new upright selection expands the landscape uses. Zone 3.

Aralia elata ‘Silver Umbrella’ New     (Japanese Aralia)  Huge, compound leaves variegated blue/green and white, 16-30" long, tropical looking. Leaves are held at a right angle to the stem imparting a tiered, exotic look. Large, open flower panicles, 18' in diameter, bloom in summer and are followed by black fruits. Vigorous growing, maturing at around 10'. Easy to satisfy in sun to part shade. Extremely handsome and deserving of a prominent place in the garden. Zone 4.

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi ‘Massachusetts’(Bearberry)    Low growing and very wide spreading mats of small, glossy, deep green leaves densely packed on the stems. While plants only rise to a height of 6"-12", they spread to carpet vast areas, creating islands of solid vegetation up to 10' in diameter, or more. Prefers infertile, dry, acid conditions in sun or light shade. The cultivar 'Massachusetts' improves on the species in having smaller, darker leaves and a flatter growth habit. Also it shows good resistance to the various leaf diseases that can occur. In April, small but charming and profusely borne pinkish-white flower are highlighted against the waxy, dark green leaves. Flowers are followed in late July-August by showy, ⅓" across, bright red fruits. Zone 2.

Asimina triloba (Common Pawpaw)      A multi-stemmed shrub or small tree with a short trunk. Produces edible fruit in a variety of shapes, up to 5" long, yellow/green in color, tasting of bananas and high in nutritional value. The tasty, nourishing fruit was prized by American colonists but, over time, seems to have lost its appeal to humans. Wild critters still relish it. Early returning butterflies eagerly seek out the flowers that are large, up to 2" across, brownish-purple and occur in late April-early May before the long, thick, tapered leaves emerge. Grows 15'-20' high and at least as wide. Prefers rich, moist, somewhat acidic soil in sun to light shade. Well suited to moist, naturalized sites and pond and stream side planting. Zone 5.

Azaleas are listed with Rhododendrons