Zone 4

Syringa reticulata 'Ivory Silk' (TREE LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 4-8 A most attractive small flowering tree, more compact (to 25ft) than the species, with cherry-like bark, and large clusters of ivory-white flowers in summer (long after other lilacs). S/M 

Rosa acicularis (ARCTIC ROSE)

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Hardiness zones 1-7 From the high mountains, thickets and rocky slopes of Japan into Siberia and the cold north plains of Canada and the US, this 4-8' shrub is obviously tough! The blooms are so pretty in early summer when it produces its 2 inch single,...

Salix gracilistyla 'Mt. Asama' (RED-FLOWERED PUSSY WILLOW)

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Hardiness zones 4-8 This spectacular cultivar was selected by florists in Japan for its incredible dark-pink pussy willow flowers. The large blossoms age to a beautiful soft silver. Reaching 6-8' it is a stunnng shrub. Named for Mt. Asama, which is a...

Syringa red 'Red Pixie' (LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 Flowers opening dark red-purple, fading to soft-pink give a two-tone effect to this daintily-leaved, daintily-sized (to 4-6') Lilac. 

Syringa vulgaris 'Katherine Havemeyer' (LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-7 Beginning in late spring, lavender-purple double-flowered and dense panicles bloom for 3-4 weeks, sharing their delightful fragrance as well. As the blooms mature, their color fades to lilac-pink, attracting butterflies, bees and...

Ribes sativum 'Rovada' (RED GARDEN CURRANT)

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Hardiness zones 4-8 Long pendant clusters of bright red currants (yummy in jams, jellies, and pies!) decorate this compact 3-5' tall shrub, making it a fine selection for a fruit orchard or as a small hedge. S/M 

Rosa rugosa (TOMATO ROSE)

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Hardiness zones 3-9 A wonderful and very easy-going rose; large and exceptionally fragrant flowers that are generally pink, but sometimes white or red are followed by large edible hips giving it the common name of Tomato Rose. These 6' shrubs also have...

Weigela florida 'Very Fine Wine' (CARDINAL SHRUB)

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Hardiness zones 4-8 This is a strikingly floriferous Weigela with excellent cold hardiness, deep purple to black foliage, and tons of bright pink blooms. S/M 

Syringa pubescens micro. 'Miss Kim' (MISS KIM LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 4-8 Sized between regular lilac and dwarf, with a bloom time between them also, this elegant medium shrub produces its panicles of lavender flowers in early summer. S/M 

Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation' (PICOTEE LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-7 A remarkable lilac which is very different and very beautiful, each gorgeous flower of rich deep-violet is perfectly edged with white, an incredible sight when arranged in dense pyramidal clusters; the mid-season (May) blooms are...

Viburnum dentatum 'Blue Muffin' (ARROWWOOD VIBURNUM)

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Prolific brilliant-white flowers welcome spring. Masses of showy rich blue berries make this rounded give this cultivar its 'Blue Muffin' name (another dentatum variety is required for pollination). Reduced from its larger size to a wonderful compact...

Quercus 'Heritage' (HERITAGE OAK)

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A great tree for though spots! This tree is well adapted to many conditions including drought and cold. Mildew resistant foliage is deep glossy-green above with lovely silver undersides. This is an exceptional hybrid to 50' with a dense, uniform...

Syringa vulgaris 'Ludwig Spaeth' (DEEP PURPLE LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-7 A deliciously fragrant 6-10' shrub with amazing deep-deep-purple single flowers that are just meant for a vase, this cultivar blooms a little later in spring extending the wonderful Lilac season, a perfect plant for specimen or mixed...

Syringa vulgars 'Madame Lemoinecold' (WHITE FLOWERED FRENCH LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 This glorious shrub features dense panicles of extraordinarily fragrant, double white flowers in spring contrasting beautifully with the heart-shaped, lush green foliage. This elegant 8-10' white lilac is perfect as a specimen or for...

Syringa hyacinthiflora 'Declaration' (REDDISH-PURPLE LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 Selected at the U.S. National Arb. for its large, fragrant, strikingly dark reddish-purple flowers and its open, upright growth (to 8' x 6') habit. S/M 

Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly' (HYBRID LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 Deep wine-colored buds open to become pinkish-violet, deliciously fragrant, double flowers! These lovely blooms provide a fabulous color variation for lilac lovers. This is a strong growing upright 8-10' cultivar with deep...

Prunus cerasifera 'Mt St Helens' (HARDY FLOWERING PLUM)

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Hardiness zones 4-8 A sport of 'Newport', this flowering plum boasts a dense, rounded habit with early purple foliage which holds its deep purple color all summer long. Fall foliage is a stunning golden-orange. Small pink flowers are showy and fragrant...

Ribes nigrum 'Ben Nevis' (BLACK CURRANT)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 Heavy clusters of tart, juicy, black berries adorn this vigorous, upright and self-fertile shrub in mid-late summer. They are a favorite fruit for preserves, wines, baking, sauces, and eating fresh. Or leave them for the birds! This...

Syringa vulgaris 'Nadezhda' (LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-7 This fantastic Lilac was bred in Russia for its superior habit, sturdy to 6-8', length of bloom and for the flowers which are large, prolific, sumptuous, fully double, lilac-blue and incredibly fragrant, a wonderful specimen or hedge...

Ptelea trifoliata (HOP TREE)

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This widespread North American native is the northern most representative of the citrus family, and the only family of plants on which the giant swallowtail butterfly will lay its eggs! The small greenish-white clusters of flowers appear in April with...

Tilia cordata 'Greenspire' (LITTLE-LEAF LINDEN)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 An amazing tree for urban or other tough spots, tolerant of wind, smog, salt and wet or dry feet; this Linden makes a magnificent street tree with its strong central leader and symmetrical pyramidal growth to 40' tall and 30' wide;...

Veronica 'Whitewater' (WHITE FLOWERING VERONICA)

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This dense 5" tall x 20" wide carpet of summer-green/fall-burgundy foliage is topped by a foam of sparkling white-water flowers in early-summer; great for wall, rock garden, edger or container. S/M PP22783 ...

Rosa eglanteria (SWEET BRIAR ROSE)

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Hardiness zones 4-9 A lovely species famed for the fragrance of both its pink flowers and its deliciously aromatic leaves which are reminiscent of the scent of apples! The flowers are followed by abundant, long-lasting orange-red fruits. Briar Rose makes...

Syringa vulgaris 'Albert F. Holden' (LILAC)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 Unique and beautiful, the flowers of this compact 7 foot shrub have petals that are deep violet-blue on the top and silvery underneath, making it appear bi-colored; named for the founder of Holden Arboretum.