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Carolina Sweetheart®

Carolina Sweetheart® Redbud is a spectacular deciduous ornamental tree prized for its colorful variegated foliage, beautiful spring flowers, and graceful spreading habit. Unlike traditional redbuds, Carolina Sweetheart® provides outstanding foliage color throughout the growing season, making it a stunning focal point in residential landscapes. In early spring, clusters of rosy-pink flowers cover the bare branches before the leaves emerge, creating a beautiful display of seasonal color. As spring progresses, heart-shaped leaves emerge in rich purple tones before developing a striking combination of pink, white, green, and burgundy. The foliage gradually becomes greener during summer while retaining attractive variegation. Its naturally rounded canopy makes Carolina Sweetheart® an excellent choice for front yards, specimen plantings, mixed borders, woodland gardens, and ornamental landscape beds. The colorful foliage contrasts beautifully with dark green evergreens and flowering shrubs, making it particularly attractive in traditional, cottage, and estate-style landscapes. More About Carolina Sweetheart® Redbud Deciduous Ornamental Tree Moderate Growing Beautiful Rosy-Pink Spring Flowers Unique Multicolored Variegated Foliage Heart-Shaped Leaves Rounded, Spreading Canopy Excellent Spring and Summer Interest Pollinator Friendly Attracts Bees and Butterflies Native Species Cultivar Excellent Specimen and Accent Tree Front Yard, Mixed Border, Woodland Garden, Specimen Height: 20–30 FeetSpread: 20–30 FeetHardiness Zone: 4–9 Characteristics Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall Soil Moisture: Average to Moist, Well Draining Attributes: Flowering, Variegated Foliage, Ornamental, Pollinator Friendly Foliage Color: Purple, Pink, White, and Green Flower Color: Rosy Pink Fall Color: Primarily Yellow with Variable Seasonal Tones Care & Maintenance Tips Planting: Plant in full sun to part shade in fertile, well-drained soil. Carolina Sweetheart® performs best with consistent moisture and benefits from protection against intense afternoon sun in particularly hot locations. Allow adequate space for its mature spreading canopy. Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Once established, provide supplemental watering during extended dry periods, particularly during summer heat. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring if soil conditions indicate a need. Avoid excessive fertilization, which can encourage unnecessary growth. Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and maintain a balanced canopy. Avoid excessive pruning, as redbuds develop their most attractive appearance when allowed to maintain their natural form. Winter Care: Apply a layer of mulch around the root zone while keeping mulch away from the trunk. Avoid mechanical damage to the bark and protect young trees from deer browsing.

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Shirofugen

The Shirofugen Cherry tree, is an ornamental cherry tree that develops bright pink bunds that burst into double-blossom flowers in the Spring.  These gorgeous, double blossoms emerge white with pink touches. As Spring continues, the pink coloring deepens turning the tree from white to pink.  More About Prunus serrulata ‘Shirofugen’ The Yoshino Cherry is best grown in zones 5 through 8. Select a location in full sunlight to plant your tree. When needed, prune your tree in late-winter. Interesting Notes: The Shirofugen won the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit (AGM) in 2002 due to its beauty and elegance. It makes a prominent landscaping feature that can be planted near patios, porches, and pathways. Just be sure that your location is large enough to accommodate as the canopy does sit lower at 4 feet. The Shirofugen tree does not produce fruit. Shirofugen Cherry Tree Growing and Maintenance Tips Till an area that is 4 to 5 feet in diameter for each tree. The Shirofugen Cherry needs to be planted in large, wide beds for strong root growth. Make sure the soil pH is around 6.5 to 7.0. If your soil is more acidic, till in 10 pounds of dolomitic lime to help adjust the pH. Be sure that your soil is well-drained. Dig a hole for each tree that is as deep as its pot. Loosen with a pitchfork as you dig. Firm the soil around the roots. Spread a 2 to 3 inch layer of organic mulch around the tree. Moisten the soil thoroughly to a depth of 12 inches so that the lower roots receive adequate water. Water regularly thereafter for the first year, whenever the soil is dry 2 inches deep. Prune your trees in late winter. Cut back developing branches so that you have approximately 2 feet between levels of branches to maintain the 'scaffold' shape. Prune any branches or stems that develop from the trunk that are below 2 to 3 feet from the soil surface. Height: 25-35FeetSpread: 25-30 Feet

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Yoshino

The Yoshino Cherry tree, is an ornamental hybrid cherry tree from Tokyo that is very recognizable in the Washington D.C. area Tidal Basin. The tree develops gorgeous white flowers with tinges of pink in the spring, followed by small black cherries that are unfortunately inedible for humans because they are so bitter. Birds on the other hand love them.  More About Prunus yedoensis 'Yoshino Cherry' The Yoshino Cherry is best grown in zones 5 through 8. Select a location in full sunlight to plant your tree. When needed, prune your tree in late-winter. Interesting Notes: Select a location in full sunlight to plant your Yoshino Cherry tree. It makes a striking landscaping feature to line lawns, decks and patios. Just be sure that your location is large enough to accommodate these fast-growing trees that can reach 40 - 50 feet in height with a 25 - 40 foot spread. Fruits are globose, 1/2" diameter, shining black drupes and a delicacy for the birds in your area (inedible for humans). Yoshino Cherry Tree Growing and Maintenance Tips Till an area that is 4 to 5 feet in diameter for each tree. The Yoshino Cherry needs to be planted in large, wide beds for strong root growth. Make sure the soil pH is around 6.5 to 7.0. If your soil is more acidic, till in 10 pounds of dolomitic lime to help adjust the pH. Be sure that your soil is well-drained. Dig a hole for each tree that is as deep as its pot. Loosen with a pitchfork as you dig. Firm the soil around the roots. Spread a 2 to 3 inch layer of organic mulch around the tree. Moisten the soil thoroughly to a depth of 12 inches so that the lower roots receive adequate water. Water regularly thereafter for the first year, whenever the soil is dry 2 inches deep. Prune your trees in late winter. Cut back developing branches so that you have approximately 2 feet between levels of branches to maintain the 'scaffold' shape. Prune any branches or stems that develop from the trunk that are below 2 to 3 feet from the soil surface. Height: 40-50 FeetSpread: 25-40 FeetSpacing: 45-50 Feet

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