Zone 4

CAUCASIAN FIR Abies nordmanniana

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This dense pyramidal fir is native to the Caucasus Mountains, where in the wild it is found growing 3,000-7,200 feet above sea level, in areas that also receive at least 40in of rainfall/year, so it is a fan of cooler climates and good drainage. It is...

FREEMAN MAPLE Acer freemanii (Matador)

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This exceptional tree was selected for many great qualities. It wears bright green foliage through spring and summer on symmetrical branches, which form a tidy, upright and oval-shaped form. Its reliable, deep red fall color stretches out the season by...

PIGSQUEAK. ( Bergenia) 'Fairytale Romance'

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This is a unique and charming plant, which blooms in early spring with a proliferation of apple blossom pink flower clusters, standing gracefully over its glossy, dark-green, evergreen foliage. It is a lovely choice for borders or containers, and its...

FALL ASTER Aster novae-angliae (Purple Dome)

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This fine compact Aster introduced by Mt. Cuba Center forms an 18" mound of deep purple which is eye-catching by itself and show-stopping mixed with other fall minis”. S/M ...

COMPACT BUTTONBUSH Cephalanthus occidentalis (Sugar Shack)

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Adorable honey-scented white flowers resembling puffballs, grace this shrub in summer. The blooms are followed by interesting red fruits and outstanding wine-red fall color. This eastern U.S. native shrub was often too large for most gardens. Luckily...

PIGSQUEAK Bergenia (Sakura)

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The semi-double pink spring flowers of this compact elephant ear” plant look like cherry blossoms (thus sukura'); its round glossy evergreen foliage is deep-purple in winter... a stunner for the border. S-PSh/M ...

SWAMP MILKWEED Asclepias incarnata (Cinderella)

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Showy and long-lasting clusters of intriguing pink flowers on easily-cut 3' stems will make this new almost-native” popular for butterfly gardens, streamside/meadow gardens and for the pretty bouquet on the table. S/M-W ...

SWAMP MILKWEED Asclepias incarnata

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This unusual species of milkweed features wonderfully intricate and very showy, bright-pink flowers on 2-4' stems. This species is exceptionally useful for naturalizing in moist gardens or swampy locations and it is the larval food of the regal Monarch...

COMMON HACKBERRY Celtis occidentalis

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This med-large tree with shiny, toothed leaves and pebbled bark bears edible and sweet litte fruits which turn from orange-red to deep purple when ripe. S/M ...

SIBERIAN BUGLOSS Brunnera macrophylla (Alchemy Silver)

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Small, baby blue forget-me-not, spring flowers seem to float above charming and durable heart-shaped leaves, covered almost entirely with radiant silver. A shining eye-catcher for shady areas that could use something bright. A tough little plant too,...

DWARF CORAL-PINK PIGSQUEAK Bergenia (Pink Dragonfly)

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The narrow dragon-fly-wing” leaves of this smaller-sized Elephant Ears are a shiny plum-red during winter and topped by unique coral-pink flowers which are a treat in the early spring garden. PSh-Sh/M ...

RED SUNSET RED MAPLE Acer rubrum (Red Sunset)

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A highly-rated and reliable red maple, this vigorous tree to 45' has a strong branching pattern and foliage which is lustrous green in summer and brilliant shades of red in fall. S/M-damp ...

JUNEBERRY (Amelanchier lamarckii)

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Hardiness zones 4-8 There is some debate about whether this stunning and floriferous serviceberry is truly a distinct species or perhaps a naturally occurring hybrid. Either way, this shrub/tree is a favorite eastern US native plant for its many white...

SIBERIAN BUGLOSS Brunnera macrophylla (Alchemy Pewter)

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Showy, heart-shaped, low-growing, pewter colored foliage with conspicuous green veining, and dainty forget-me-not springtime flowers. A vigorous beauty for shaded groundcovers, and containers. PSh-Sh/M Zone 4

SHAGBARK HICKORY Carya ovata

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A large, handsome tree known for its platy bark, which peels off in long strips, and its delicious edible nuts. S/M-D ...

ALLEGHENY SERVICEBERRY Amelanchier laevis

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A rose family, eastern North American native tree/shrub, with clusters of showy, white, lightly fragrant, spring flowers. Tasty, edible fruits which resemble blueberries appear in June, and are often used in pies, jams and jellies. They are also highly...

SIBERIAN BUGLOSS Brunnera macrophylla (Sea Heart)

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Unique and beautiful, the amazing and eye-catchingly variegated silver-on-green foliage of this great two foot mounding groundcover is thick and crinkled; this brightens up dark corners and thrives in shade and can also withstand heat and humidity; great...

RED MAPLE Acer rubrum (Burgundy Belle)

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This glorious maple is also commonly known as 'Magnificent Magenta', that is a fitting description for its glowing burgundy-scarlet- purple fall foliage. Featuring a vigorous, compact, well-branched structure and gorgeous dark-green foliage this...

SHADBUSH SERVICEBERRY Amelanchier canadensis

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This fabulous eastern native is a deciduous, early-flowering, large shrub/small tree to 20-30'. Very showy, white, 5-petaled, lightly fragrant flowers hang in drooping clusters on bare stems in early spring before the leaves emerge. In summer delicious...

FREEMAN MAPLE Acer freemanii (Sienna Glen)

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This hardy hybrid discovered in Minnesota has the fast growth and adaptability of the Silver Maple plus the shining-beacon fall color of the Red Maple. This cultivar is more delicate in appearance with smaller leaves which are lush-green in summer before...

FALSE INDIGO Baptisia (Grape Taffy)

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This is a unique false indigo with late-spring to early summer reddish-purple pea-like flowers with buff yellow keels. It has a compact habit, staying around 2.5ft tall or less, and maintains its appearance all season, especially when grown in full sun...