JC Raulston Arboretum - Friends of the Arboretum Annual Plant Distribution

Friends of the Arboretum Annual Plant Distribution

October 7, 2006 (Saturday) - 9:00 AM

Thousands of plants are being given away and they will disappear in a matter of minutes. Take a look at the list to see the plants we are giving away for yourself. Only the plants that are being given away in large numbers make this list. Many more do not make the list and will be a surprise on Saturday. The number before each plant represents the stake number that the plants will be behind. If you would like a copy of this list at this year's Annual Plant Distribution, please print the list now since we will only have a limited number of copies on Saturday morning. This list is accurate as of October 6, 2006 (Friday) and may be modified several times prior to Saturday. Entries and their stake numbers are subject to change. Please check back late on Friday for a final list.Some descriptions are available by clicking on the links (the red and underlined plant names are the links) below.

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Stakes		Plants
1		Abelia chinensis - Chinese abelia This classic abelia species is a great garden addition. A . chinensis is a parent of many of our common hybrid abelias. A . chinensis grows 5'-7' tall, and is covered with fragrant, white flowers in July through September in Raleigh. Wood hardy to Zone 7. Flowering on new growth, A . chinensis can be cut back hard at the beginning of the year and still produce an abundance of flowers. The ultimate butterfly magnet. Sun to part shade. Zones 7 to 9. 28 Abelia chinensis are available.
2		Abelia �grandiflora Gold Dust� - golden glossy abelia "Gold Dust" is actually the trademark name of this branch sport of the classic variety 'Sherwoodii'. The cultivar name is 'Goldenglossy'. 'Goldenglossy' demonstrates a compact growth habit, variegated foliage, and reddish-orange pigmentation on new terminal growth. Sun to part shade. Zones 6-9. 35 Abelia�grandiflora Gold Dust� are available.
3		Abelia �grandiflora 'Sunrise' - variegated glossy abelia 'Sunrise' has a very attractive low mounting form with pink and white leaf margins. Leaves are a light green/gray and flowers are white. 3'-5' tall and 4'-6' wide. Sun to part shade. Zones 6-9. 33 Abelia�grandiflora 'Sunrise' are available.
4		Acanthus 'Summer Beauty' - bear's breech Most bear's breeches languish in the summer heat and humidity of Piedmont North Carolina. Acanthus 'Summer Beauty', a proposed A . mollis x A . spinosus hybrid, takes our tough summer conditions in stride. 'Summer Beauty' produces a gorgeous mound of lustrous green foliage in 4'-6' clumps. Stand back, because in mid-summer 'Summer Beauty' produces 4'-6' tall spikes of white flowers with purple calyces. Easily propagated by root cuttings. Part sun to part shade. Zones 6-9 . 55 Acanthus 'Summer Beauty' are available.
5		Agastache 'Blue Fortune' - anise hyssop This hyssop cultivar is a perennial of the mint family. It features tiny, blue flowers in 4" long terminal spikes typically growing to 3' tall. Flowers bloom freely over a long summer to early fall bloom period and are enjoyed by butterflies. Leaves have a pleasant minty-anise fragrance. Full sun to part shade. Average moisture, well-drained soils. 26 Agastache 'Blue Fortune' are available.
6		Asclepias exaltata - poke milkweed We obtained the seed from the UNC Botanical Garden for these plants A . exaltata is commonly called the "poke milkweed" in recognition of its resemblance to the common poke weed. An eastern U.S. native, poke mildweed prefers light to moderate shade. White flowers. Keep the monarch butterflies happy, plant some milkweed in your garden. 3'-5' tall. 24 Asclepias exaltata are available.
7		Aucuba japonica f. longifolia - narrowleaf Japanese aucuba Evergreen shrub for the shade with long, attractive pointed leaves and abundant fruiting. Japan and Korea. Hardy to Zone 7. 41 Aucuba japonica f. longifolia are available.
8		Baptisia alba � B. australis - hybrid wild-indigo Early emerging, bush-forming perennial with green-gray foliage and white pea-like flowers in late spring. Ornamental seed pods turn black in late summer. Zones 3-9. 100 Baptisia alba � B. australis are available.
9		Betula alleghaniensis - yellow birch Our plants are seed propagated. Also known as Betula lutea . Medium size deciduous tree with yellow-bronze, flaking bark. Grows to 30'. Prefers moist soils. An eastern U.S. native. Shows nice golden fall foliage. 20 Betula alleghaniensis are available.
10		Buddleja colvilei - butterfly-bush A unique butterfly-bush not well adapted to the heat of North Carolina. The holy grail of Buddleja , demonstrating long panicles with large, individual flowers up to 1" in diameter. Does best in cooler climates, but give it a try. 21 Buddleja colvilei are available.
11		Buxus sempervirens 'Elegantissima' - variegated common boxwood A creamy variegated boxwood growing five to 8' tall in 15 years. Well adapted and a reliable grower. Zones 6-8 17 Buxus sempervirens 'Elegantissima' are available.
12		Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Sunburst' - variegated Korean boxwood 'Sunburst' is a variegated form of Korean boxwood. Medium green leaves are surrounded by bright golden variegation on slow growing, broad and mounded, broadleaf, evergreen shrubs. Plants reach 2.5' tall in many years and may eventually reach 5' tall in 25 years. Flowers are fragrant, but sparse and insignificant. Korean boxwoods grow best in sun to part shade. This is an extremely hardy species. Zones 5-9. 72 Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Sunburst' are available.
13		Callicarpa americana 'Welch's Pink' - pink American beautyberry 'Welch's Pink' beautyberry, as the name suggests, bears pink fruits, a color breakthrough in this genus of attractive, deciduous, fruit-bearing shrubs. Prior to the discovery of 'Welch's Pink', only purple- and white-fruited beautyberries were known. It was found amid the wilds of eastern Texas by plantsman Matt Welch. Callicarpa americana grows in conditions ranging from dry shade to bright, open, sunny locations in gardens. The pink pigments in 'Welch's Pink' will fade faster when plants are sited in full sun areas, but growth is more vigorous under these conditions. Grow this one as you choose and enjoy it for its late summer to early fall colorful berries. Hardy to Zone 6. 35 Callicarpa americana 'Welch's Pink' are available.
14		Callicarpa japonica 'Heavy Berry' - Japanese beautyberry This beautyberry variety is named 'Heavy Berry' for a good reason! In the fall, densely packed bundles of glossy, royal-purple berries bulge from both sides of the leaf nodes. Species of this deciduous shrub is native to Japan, Korea, China, and Taiwan. Sun to part shade. 36 Callicarpa japonica 'Heavy Berry' are available.
15		Camellia japonica 'Quercifolia' - fish-tail Japanese camellia Of the over 2,000 cultivars of Japanese camellia, the vast majority (>99.9%) have been selected only for floral attributes (e.g., flower color, form, size, time of bloom, etc.) and a precious few have been selected for variants in leaf characters. ‘Quercifolia' (translating to mean "oak-leaf") refers to one of the so-called "fish-tail" camellias, these bearing leaves that have lobes on the terminal portion of the leaves. In all other respects, ‘Quercifolia' is similar to other Japanese camellias – in its Zone 7 cold hardiness, winter bloom season, preference for partly shaded sites, etc. This is a rarely offered camellia, difficult to locate in nurseries throughout the southern United States, and one that adds a bit more textural interest to an otherwise familiar evergreen landscape shrub. 20 Camellia japonica 'Quercifolia' are available.
16		Camellia oleifera - tea-oil camellia This large shrub or small-sized evergreen tree is best known as the camellia used in hybridization programs in the United States to develop cold-hardy camellias for the Zone 6 climate. Besides the excellent dark green foliage, the species also produces small (2" wide) white flowers in autumn (October to November). However, don't underestimate this plant for its beautiful, smooth bark -- golden-tan in color. In China, Camellia oleifera is valued for the oil obtained from its seeds. 54 Camellia oleifera are available.
17		Camellia �williamsii 'Golden Spangles' - variegated Williamsii camellia Japanese camellias are deservedly popular in the southern United States due to their large, brightly colored, often double, winter flowers. In 'Golden Spangles', variegated foliage also comes included in the package. A real eye-catcher with its central splotch of bright yellow on the dark green leaves, expect dark pink flowers, partly double, in winter. Part shade to part sun. 50 Camellia�williamsii 'Golden Spangles' are available.
18		Canna compacta subsp. cinnabarina - canna A small-statured canna native to Mexico, growing to 4' in height. We grow it on the rooftop garden at the JCRA. This subspecies has beautiful yellow flowers with red spots that emerge in very early spring, and continue until frost. Emerges in very early spring. Sun. 100 Canna compacta subsp. cinnabarina are available.
19		Canna 'Intrigue' - hybrid canna A distinct and unique canna showing very narrow, pointed, purple-grey foliage. An excellent vertical accent in the garden. Growing to 7' in height, 'Intrigue' produces small orange-red flowers in late summer. Potentially less susceptible to canna leaf roller. Let us know your experiences. Sun. Zones 7b-10. 20 Canna 'Intrigue' are available.
20		Cephalanthus occidentalis - common buttonbush Deciduous, bushy shrub to 6' with glossy, dark green leaves. Flowers form perfectly round, whitish-yellow "buttons" for an interesting show in late summer. Can take wet feet, grows along swampy areas. Sun. Zones 5-10. 61 Cephalanthus occidentalis are available.
21		Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Mary Fleming' - dwarf Japanese plum-yew This seedling selection was made by Yucca Do Nursery in the early 1980s. Demonstrating a low, spreading architecture, 'Mary Fleming' is also unique in having highly recurved needles. A rugged and long-lived plant once established. Part shade to shade. Zones 6-9. 56 Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Mary Fleming' are available.
22		Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' - purple elephant ear This striking herbaceous plant has large, deep purple leaves attached to long petioles. Forms a dense clump and shows its colors best in full sun. Thrives in garden soils as well as in a container in a water garden. Deciduous. Perennial in USDA Zone 7 and warmer, however, they seem to be marginally hardy in our region depending on growing conditions. They like it dry when dormant and wet when growing. If wet during dormancy, they always seem to die. In our region, they will not survive in a container that is not protected in the winter months. 3'-5' tall. 100 Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' are available.
23		Cupressus sempervirens - Italian cypress The classic Italian cypress seen in formal European gardens. Native to the mountains of Iran, and brought to Italy for cultivation. Can grow 50'-90' tall. 36 Cupressus sempervirens are available.
24		Decumaria sinensis - Chinese wood-vamp Grow Chinese wood-vamp for its excellent foliage qualities, bearing lustrous, dark green leaves (evergreen in climates milder than that of Raleigh, North Carolina). This vine, climbing by means of aerial rootlets (thus, its common name), can be used to cover walls or fences or to climb trees or arbors. In spring, it will put forth large inflorescences containing many small, off-white flowers, these borne densely in terminal heads. Unlike other climbing members of the hydrangea family, Decumaria sinensis does not produce the sterile flowers that give rise to lace-cap inflorescences, but it is still highly showy in bloom. Tolerant of shade to part-sun conditions. Hardiness is uncertain, but Zone 7 should be fine, based on this species' native range in China. 36 Decumaria sinensis are available.
25		Deutzia �hybrida 'Strawberry Fields' - pink deutzia 'Strawberry Fields' is a pink-flowering cultivar, but unlike other so-called "pink" deutzias, 'Strawberry Fields' actually retains the pink color, even in warm springs; whereas other cultivars are pink only in "English," cool-weather springs, and fade quickly to white (or nearly so) in the warm springs typical of the southeastern United States. Grow in part sun to part shade. Hardy throughout North Carolina. 32 Deutzia�hybrida 'Strawberry Fields' are available.
26		Disporopsis pernyi - Perny's evergreen Solomon's seal Perny's evergreen Solomon's seal is a slowly spreading, evergreen ground cover that is perfect for the woodland garden. Small white flowers are born along the 1' tall stems in spring. Part sun to shade. Zones 7-9. 20 Disporopsis pernyi are available.
27		Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy' - purple-leaf pineapple-lily Every garden should have one of these. This Tony Avent selection was the first pineapple-lily to demonstrate purple leaf color. The beautiful foliage is stunning as it emerges in early spring, and the flowers look like miniature pineapples. Try the flowers in a cut flower arrangement; they last for weeks! Easily propagated by leaf cuttings. Sun. Zones 6b-9. 25 Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy' are available.
28		Forsythia 'Ford Freeway' - variegated goldenbells An erratically variegated forsythia found in the median of Interstate 9 in Detroit, Michigan by Al Wojcik in 1994. Other than that, your basic garden variety forsythia! Zones 5-8. 25 Forsythia 'Ford Freeway' are available.
29		Fraxinus ornus - flowering ash In central and eastern Asia, several species of ash, technically belonging to Fraxinus section Ornus, produce flowers with small white petals. The Arboretum's specimen of Fraxinus ornus resembles a tiny-flowered fringe tree in flower, but the sheer profusion of the bloom is much more impressive each April. It ultimately reaches about 40' tall, and has a trunk with smooth bark. This is an outstanding flowering tree. Sun. Zones 6-9. 49 Fraxinus ornus are available.
30		Ginkgo biloba - maidenhair tree Large deciduous tree with excellent yellow fall color. Native to China. These are seedlings collected from the Japanese Garden at the JCRA. Take your chances, as you may get a male or a female, but don't worry about getting a female, as seedling ginkgo don't fruit until they are about 20 years old. Sun. Zones 4-8. 48 Ginkgo biloba are available.
31		Habranthus robustus - rain-lily Bulbous herbaceous perennial grows to 9" with linear, recurved, spreading leaves that appear after rose-red flowers. Native to Argentina. Sun. Zones 7-10. 87 Habranthus robustus are available.
32		Hibiscus coccineus f. albus - white scarlet mallow This white flowering form of the scarlet mallow has the same preference for poorly drainage areas that the species has and grows to the same towering height of 6'-8' each year. Its showy, white petals cool off the back of a border in mid- to late summer. This form was originally given to us by the U.S. Botanical Garden (Washington, DC). They found it in Collier County, Florida. Full sun to partial shade. Zones 6-10. 57 Hibiscus coccineus f. albus are available.
33		Hibiscus makinoi - sea hibiscus Derived from seed obtained from Japan. A native Japanese species that can develop into a small tree up to 16' in height in its native habitat. Large, white flowers. We are uncertain of cold hardiness. Let us know how it performs for you. 30 Hibiscus makinoi are available.
34		Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ayesha' - French hydrangea Hydrangea macrophylla , available now in multitudes of cultivars, remains an always popular, deciduous, flowering shrub. 'Ayesha' is a lesser known cultivar of Japanese origin, distinguished by its cupped and thickened sepals. The cupped sepals of 'Ayesha' (a mophead/hortensia cultivar) give the inflorescence a slightly different look than "typical" cultivars with their flattened flowers. 'Ayesha' is most often seen in the pink, but will darken up in high pH soils. 27 Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ayesha' are available.
35		Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blaumeise' - French hydrangea The cultivar name literally translates into "titmouse." A cultivar in the "Teller" series of hydrangeas, this beautiful lacecap has huge outer sterile florets surrounding a inner circle of fertile florets. The color ranges from pink through lavender, and some have described it as "blueberry-blue." Our plant here at the JCRA seems to be well adapted and a better performer than our other macrophylla types. Tim Alderton and James Lail really like this one. Part shade to part sun. Zones 6-9b. 34 Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blaumeise' are available.
36		Hydrangea paniculata 'True Unique' - panicled hydrangea The original cultivar 'Unique' was commonly mislabeled and confused in the trade. Our cultivar is called 'True Unique' as it is derived from a cutting of a true-to-type 'Unique' obtained from the Hillier Arboretum in England. The inflorescences are huge, up to 16" long and 10" wide. White flowers. 31 Hydrangea paniculata 'True Unique' are available.
37		Hydrangea serrata (Wilson 7820) - compact mountain hydrangea Charming, dwarf, deciduous shrub with flattened corymbs. Rarely exceeds 3'. A lacecap variety with pink flowers. One of the earliest H . serrata types to flower. 35 Hydrangea serrata (Wilson 7820) are available.
38		Hypericum galioides � H. brachyphyllum - hybrid St. John's-wort This is a natural hybrid between two southeastern U.S. species, H . brachyphyllum (Coastal Plain St. Johnswort) and H . galioides (bedstraw St. Johnswort). It forms an evergreen shrub to subshrub, reaching 3' feet high and slightly wider, with a somewhat mounding form. Its short leaves are thin, wiry, and an attractive glossy green. This plant, acquired from University of Georgia, is sure to become more prevalent in the future. Zones 7b-9. 25 Hypericum galioides � H. brachyphyllum are available.
39		Hypericum kalmianum - Kalm's St. John's-wort One of our beautiful North American hypericum species, native to the Great Lakes region. 2'-3' tall, with 1"-1.5" yellow inflorescences in cymes of three flowers. Beautiful blue-green leaf color. Sun to part shade. Zones 4-7. 24 Hypericum kalmianum are available.
40		Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo' - Kalm's St. John's-wort A relatively new addition to the JCRA, this clonal selection of Hypericum kalmianum demonstrates a longer blooming period than the species. Leaves a more lustrous green than the typical blue-green color of the species. Sun to part shade. Zones 4-7. 24 Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo' are available.
41		Idesia polycarpa - Iigiri tree One of Chris Glenn's favorites from the 2001 trip to Quarryhill Botanical Garden! Native to Japan and China, this beautiful tree produces small, fragrant flowers. Large, bold leaves make a great statement in the garden. Fast growing. Dioecious, so you will need a male and a female to obtain the pea-sized red berries borne in 4"-8" pendulous clusters. Enjoy! Sun to part shade. Hardy to Zone 6. 33 Idesia polycarpa are available.
42		Ilex �aquipernyi (variegated) - variegated Aquipern holly This is creamy variegated bud sport of the hybrid of I . aquifolia and I . pernyi was discovered by Tom Dodd. Our young plant at the JCRA is showing a mounding growth habit. Hardy to Zone 6. 24 Ilex�aquipernyi (variegated) are available.
43		Ilex 'Auburn' - Dodd hybrid evergreen holly Similar in both size and appearance to 'Emily Bruner', but with a glossy foliage, this holly was selected by Tom Dodd at Tom Dodd Nurseries in Semmes, Alabama. Matures to 20' tall and 15' wide. Zones 7-9. 17 Ilex 'Auburn' are available.
44		Ilex crenata 'Snowflake' - variegated Japanese holly This attractively white and green variegated cultivar of Ilex crenata shows a distinct upright growth habit at the JCRA. A bright statement in the garden. Sun to part shade. Hardy to Zone 6. 20 Ilex crenata 'Snowflake' are available.
45		Ilex dimorphophylla � I. cornuta - hybrid holly An unnamed hybrid holly that is performing well at the JCRA. A heavily fruiting female clone. Leaves are small and very spiny. You can find this near the large crepe myrtles as you enter the JCRA, in full berry color right now. 25 Ilex dimorphophylla � I. cornuta are available.
46		Ilex integra 'Green Shadow' - variegated Nepal holly This superb, variegated form of Nepal holly, dating also back to Japan from where it was brought to the United States by plantsman par excellence and Japanese horticultural expert Barry Yinger, was received by us from our friends at Heronswood Nursery (Kingston, Washington) in late 2000. 30 Ilex integra 'Green Shadow' are available.
47		Ilex 'Mary Nell' - McDaniel hybrid evergreen holly A selection made by Tom Dodd in 1981, this I . cornuta x I . pernyi hybrid grows into a beautiful, pyramidal, evergreen shrub with shiny, olive green. The leaf color and shape is much preferred by those of us at the JCRA as compared to 'Nellie Stevens'. Can grow up to 20' tall. A female clone, and very heavy to set fruit. Sun to part shade. Zones 6-9. 23 Ilex 'Mary Nell' are available.
48		Ilex rotunda - Lord's holly This evergreen holly is stunning with its leathery, dark green, glossy leaves with smooth margins. Branchlets of new foliage are tinged reddish purple to burgundy. White flower clusters produce very showy, red fruit in autumn and winter. Full size trees ultimately reach 25'-40'. New collections of this species from Korea have produced more cold hardy forms. Previous collections were only hardy in Zones 9a-11. This species is commonly seen in northern Florida and is native to Vietnam, southern and eastern China, Korea, and southern Japan. Full sun to partial shade. 18 Ilex rotunda are available.
49		Ilex serrata 'Sundrops' - yellow-berry finetooth holly Released by the U.S. National Arboretum in 1991. This deciduous holly produces a profusion of yellow berries on pendulous branches if situated near its preferred pollinizer cultivar 'Apollo'. Dramatic in the fall garden. Described by some as "appearing to be raining berries." Sun to part shade. Zones 5-7. 20 Ilex serrata 'Sundrops' are available.
50		Ilex verticillata 'Winter Gold' - yellow-berry winterberry holly A branch sport of Ilex 'Winter Red' discovered by Simpson Nursery in 1984. Potentially reaching 8' by 8', this shrub produces an abundance of pinkish-orange (fall) to golden yellow (winter) berries when grown near its preferred pollinator 'Southern Gentleman'. Birds love the berries, and the bare twigs covered with yellow berries look great in flower arrangements. Sun to part shade. Zones 4-9. 20 Ilex verticillata 'Winter Gold' are available.
51		Indigofera kirilowii - Kirilow's indigo A little-known but rather pretty shrub, this species forms great swaths of bright green summer foliage, followed in June and July by rose-colored flowers borne in 4" to 5" long, erect inflorescences. Grows best in full sun. It forms colonies 3' to 6' tall and wide and performs well as a ground cover on dry sites. Zones 4-7. 20 Indigofera kirilowii are available.
52		Iris bulleyana - Bulley's iris This Chinese iris forms clumps with bright purple flowers in May, to about 2’ tall. Hardy to Zone 5. 25 Iris bulleyana are available.
53		Jasminum parkeri - Parker's jasmine Compact prostrate evergreen shrub. Handsome tiny foliage with bright yellow flowers. An overlooked gem. Sun to part shade. Zones 7-11. 25 Jasminum parkeri are available.
54		Juniperus communis 'Tage Lundell' - variegated common juniper This dwarf, variegated juniper was discovered in Sweden, but introduced to the trade in Germany in 1983. Decidedly upright, but not columnar, with yellow tips on the ends of the stems. Full sun. Zones 2-7. 20 Juniperus communis 'Tage Lundell' are available.
55		Kniphofia thomsonii var. thomsonii - Thomson's red-hot poker Rhizometous form with delicate, drooping, orange blossoms atop grass-like foliage. Full sun. 20 Kniphofia thomsonii var. thomsonii are available.
56		Lagerstroemia fauriei - Japanese crepe myrtle Deciduous, vigorous, medium-sized tree with copper-red bark and white flowers. Sun to part-sun. These are seedlings from 'Fantasy' in the west arboretum. Zones 6-9. 22 Lagerstroemia fauriei are available.
57		Lagerstroemia 'Pocomoke' - miniature crepe myrtle This new charming crepe myrtle is one of the true miniature hybrids ( Lagerstroemia indica × L. fauriei) introduced from the U.S. National Arboretum. Its pedigree is complex, involving five original plants and their progeny, intercrossed for five generations. Japanese crepe myrtle ( Lagerstroemia fauriei ) contributed approximately one-third of its genotype, including its tolerance to powdery mildew. Deep rose-pink flowers in mid- to late-summer persist until frost. Performs best in full sun in a heavy loam soil and reaches only 2’ tall by 3’ wide. Hardy to Zone 7b. 30 Lagerstroemia 'Pocomoke' are available.
58		Lantana camara 'Ham and Eggs' - common lantana An old, nearly-sterile cultivar recently included in the Plant Delights Nursery catalog. Dependably cold-hardy here in Zone 7b, this lovely lantana bears lovely flowers that are pink in bud, open to yellow, and fade to pink. Absolutely stunning! A flowering machine. Great for the butterflies. 36 Lantana camara 'Ham and Eggs' are available.
59		Lespedeza bicolor 'Lil' Buddy' - compact shrub lespedeza A Niche Gardens introduction. A compact form of L . bicolor with rose-purple flowers growing to 3' tall. A graceful addition to the garden, looking great spilling down an embankment or wall. Late summer to fall flowering. Sun to part shade. Zones 4-8. 25 Lespedeza bicolor 'Lil' Buddy' are available.
60		Lespedeza thunbergii 'Pink Cascade' - pink bush-clover Graceful, mounding shrub, mounding to 6' tall, flowering late summer to fall. Attractive pink flowers. Sun to part shade. Zones 5-8. 36 Lespedeza thunbergii 'Pink Cascade' are available.
61		Lindera benzoin - spicebush Started from seeds collected from the planting behind Jordan Hall on the NC State University campus, this native spicebush has beautiful fall color and attractive red fruit in fall. The exclusive food source for the spicebush moth. Prefers moist to wet sites, although will perform well even in drier locations. Dioecious, so you'll need a male and female for fruit production. Sun to part sun. Zones 5-9. 187 Lindera benzoin are available.
62		Lyonia ovalifolia var. elliptica - Japanese lyonia A Chinese relative of our native Lyonia lucida , L . ovalifolia is a deciduous shrub that grows best in well-drained soil and partial shade. Widely researched in China for its medicinal properties. Our plants are seed. Hardy to Zone 6. 30 Lyonia ovalifolia var. elliptica are available.
63		Mirabilis jalapa - marvel of Peru The marvel of Peru contributes fragrance to the evening garden. These are seedlings derived from the Werner home planting that includes purple, yellow, white, and variegated flower forms. Keep the sphinx moths happy, and perfume your back yard. Hardy here in Zone 7 with some mulch. 72 Mirabilis jalapa are available.
64		Morus alba 'Ho-o' - royal white mulberry This has got to be the weirdest plant that we grow at the JCRA - a virtual, living topographic map. Morus alba 'Ho-o' (referring to a king or royalty) came to us from Japan via NC State University's Tom Ranney and South Carolina's Ted Stephens of Nurseries Caroliniana (North Augusta, South Carolina). Each leaf is distorted such that the portion of the blade between each minor vein is raised sharply, creating a highly crinkled or textured apperance to the leaf - literally, like studying mountain ranges on topographic maps. Of course, we are very excited to have obtained this plant, and look forward to using it as cutback subjects, etc. to emphasize the textural aspects of the foliage. Hardy throughout North Carolina. Sun to part-shade. 20 Morus alba 'Ho-o' are available.
65		Myrica cerifera var. pumila - dwarf wax myrtle Received by us from Hunter Stubbs, NC State University graduate, this particular clone of dwarf wax myrtle exhibits a nice, tight growth habit and attractive dark green foliage. Other cultivars of Myrica cerifera var. pumila have not proven hardy in Zone 7; whereas this one has performed admirably over the past 7 years, with some winter dieback occurring only after it was transplanted one summer. Certainly, more widespread testing is needed, but as this shrub only gets about 2.5' high while spreading to 3' wide (via underground stems). Zone 7. 20 Myrica cerifera var. pumila are available.
66		Ophiopogon clarkei - Himalayan mondo grass A mondo grass resembling Ophiopogon japonicus in many ways, except for its striking, purple flowers that are held above the foliage. Our specimens have thrived in the shade of our Lath House, producing leaves about 1' long by only 1/8" wide. Better yet, these plants are rhizomatous and will creep to fill in a planting much faster than Ophiopogon japonicus ever has. Our plants had crept to the point that we chopped out about half of the clump in order to make these propagules available to you. Hardiness is not sufficiently tested, but we are certainly comfortable growing this plant in Zone 7b. 18 Ophiopogon clarkei are available.
67		Osmanthus suavis - sawtooth tea-olive This rare species of tea-olive is full of potential for use in our region, but is extremely difficult to find in the nursery trade. Osmanthus is derived from the Greek osme , meaning fragrance, and anthos , meaning flowers. True to its name, in spring, this evergreen forms exceedingly fragrant, small, white flowers in its leaf axils. This medium sized shrub or small tree is coarse textured with narrow, smooth, finely toothed leaves. Other possible limiting factors in our area could include temperature, moisture, or soils, especially since it is native to dense forests or thickets on slopes at 8,000'-10,000' in Nepal, India, Tibet, southwestern China, and Myanmar. It is described as reaching 10'-15' tall. 16 Osmanthus suavis are available.
68		Penstemon canescens - beard-tongue Perennial that grows to 3' in sun to part shade. Corolla is 1'' long, pale purple with white and purple inside. Sun. Zones 5-8. 32 Penstemon canescens are available.
69		Persea thunbergii - Japanese machilus Japanese machilus is a fast growing, large, evergreen tree with very attractive, green leaves. In warmer regions, it can reach 60' to 80' tall and 40' to 60' wide. Insignificant yellow-green flowers are followed by purple-black fruit. Persea is a genus composed of mostly tropical trees and includes P . americana (avacado). It is native to Korea, Japan, southern and eastern China, and Taiwan. Grown from seed collected off plants currently growing in the Mixed Border which were originally grown from seed collected on the U.S. National Arboretum Korean expedition. Full sun. Although warmer areas (Zones 8-10) are still listed in the literature for winter hardiness, they have grown successfully in Zone 7 at the Arboretum for a number of years. 256 Persea thunbergii are available.
70		Philadelphus 'Snow Velvet' - mock-orange This beautiful selection of mock orange is distinguished by its extraordinarily large flowers, up to 2" in diameter. Enjoy its incredible fragrance. Sun to part shade. Zones 5-8. 25 Philadelphus 'Snow Velvet' are available.
71		Phlox pilosa - downy phlox Commonly called downy phlox, this long-flowering phlox flowers from mid-April through early July. Relatively compact, growing up to 1' tall, this eastern native has soft pink flowers. Grow in full sun to partial shade in well drained soil. Zone 4. 34 Phlox pilosa are available.
72		Physocarpus opulifolius Summer Wine� - dwarf purple-leaf ninebark Summer Wine™ is an exciting new and improved compact form of ninebark ( Physocarpus opulifolius ) that only reaches a height of 5' to 6'. Fine textured, deeply cut leaves remain a dark crimson-red color from spring until fall. Showy pinkish-white button-like flowers in midsummer with great red fruit in the fall. A very adaptable plant that is native to regions in North America. Created by Tim Wood at Spring Meadow Nursery (Grand Haven, Michigan) by crossing Diabolo® ('Monlo') with 'Nana'. These plants were kindly donated by Proven Winners ColorChoice. Zones 2-7. 20 Physocarpus opulifolius Summer Wine� are available.
74		Pittosporum heterophyllum - Chinese pittosporum This fast-growing, evergreen shrub ranks as a highly promising, evergreen hedging/screening plant for southeastern U.S. landscapes. Our lone specimen, growing at the northeast corner of the Lath House since 1988, was originally received by us from Brookside Gardens. A superb plant for its glossy green foliage and bright yellow, sweetly-scented flowers hidden amidst the foliage. Perfectly suited for shearing. Hardy to Zone 7. 47 Pittosporum heterophyllum are available.
75		Pittosporum parvilimbum - narrowleaf pittosporum In 1985, a plant was received at the Arboretum as " Phillyrea angustifolia " – a cousin to the Osmanthus (tea-olives). It lay identified thusly, incorrectly, for eighteen years. Pittosporums are not known, generally speaking, as Zone 7 plants, and yet this species has seen many bitterly cold winters in its nearly twenty years at the Arboretum. Sun to part shade. 24 Pittosporum parvilimbum are available.
76		Pterocarya rhoifolia - Japanese wingnut Commonly called Japanese wing nut. A large tree with large pinnately-compound leaves, 8"-16" long. Best in sun. Hardy to Zone 6. 20 Pterocarya rhoifolia are available.
77		Punica granatum - common pomegranate Pomegranates are a familiar site, especially in older gardens of the South. However, virtually all of the germplasm in cultivation can be traced back to Europe. In 2001, while on the Georgia Boxwood Expedition, Todd Lasseigne (former JCRA assistant director) was able to see pomegranates growing in canyonlands in the eastern part of the nation of Georgia. Merab Khachidze (botanist for the Vashlovani Nature Reserve) was able to collect seeds later in the year, and these were sent to us. The plants that have resulted from these wild-collected seed have been strikingly different from the "typical" form of Punica granatum that is seen in cultivation in the United States. In leaf attributes, all of our seedlings resemble the cultivar 'Nana' in that the leaves are narrow and relatively small. Overall, this creates a nice, fine-textured look to an otherwise, overly coarse-appearing shrub. Hardiness uncertain, possibly greater than that of the commonly seen types (e.g., Zone 7a to 6b). Full sun is best. 27 Punica granatum are available.
78		Rhododendron chapmanii � R. mucronulatum - hybrid rhododendron One of the first rhododendrons to flower at the Arboretum has been this hybrid between the Florida endemic, Chapman's rhododendron, and the Korean rhododendron. Its semi-evergreen foliage is dark, glossy green year-round except in winter when it takes on purplish hues. The flowers, appearing in March are that classic lavender-pink color, reaching about 2" in diameter. This plant has prospered in an unamended soil in front of the brick building at the Arboretum (on a north face) for 20 years, showing no damage. These are cuttings from this plant which is scheduled to be removed. It is a true, tough and worthy rhododendron that deserves wider consideration as an evergreen shrub. 24 Rhododendron chapmanii � R. mucronulatum are available.
79		Rhododendron 'Keisetsu' - Satsuki hybrid azalea Evergreen azalea producing 3" red flowers with pink to white centers in May. Also with leaves streaked yellow-gold throughout, especially prominent on new growth. Zones 6-9. 26 Rhododendron 'Keisetsu' are available.
80		Rhododendron 'Norma' - hybrid azalea Found in the old parking lot garden here at the JCRA, this deciduous beauty has large, light peach, double flowers that darken to a dark peachy pink. 4'-5' tall, upright in growth. 25 Rhododendron 'Norma' are available.
81		Rhododendron 'Southern Belle' - Rutherfordiana hybrid azalea Situated immediately outside the director's office at the JCRA, this compact rhododendron shows white marginal variegation and produces an incredible abundance of deep pink flowers in early April. Stunning in flower. 24 Rhododendron 'Southern Belle' are available.
82		Rohdea japonica - sacred lily This evergreen, herbaceous perennial is considered to be the "sacred lily of China." It has lustrous, dark green leaves and red berries. Shade-tolerant. Zones 6-10. 47 Rohdea japonica are available.
83		Rosa mulliganii - Mulligan climbing rose Rosa mulliganii is a climbing rose, one that will grow rapidly as climbers do. In mid-spring, it bears attractive panicles of white flowers, measuring approximately 2"-3" across, and later, these give rise to orange-red, pear-shaped hips. Zones 7-9, possibly colder. Full sun. 36 Rosa mulliganii are available.
84		Ruscus aculeatus - butcher's broom Texture for the garden! Tough green stems have rigid leaves that are actually an extension of the stem that each terminate in a spine. A real garden novelty, since flowers emerge from the middle of the leaf followed by a berry that sits in the middle of the leaf. Butchers used the branches to sweep the ground after they finished their work. Small greenish-white flowers open in early spring. It forms upright clumps to 2' tall and 4' wide. A very tough, and drought tolerant plant. Zones 7-9. 31 Ruscus aculeatus are available.
85		Ruscus aculeatus (Elizabeth Lawrence dwarf) - compact butcher's broom Similar to the species, but this clone is only about 12" tall. This clone was originally derived from the old Elizabeth Lawrence house here in Raleigh, North Carolina. Garden attributes similar to those described above for the species. 20 Ruscus aculeatus (Elizabeth Lawrence dwarf) are available.
86		Salix integra 'Hakuro' - dappled willow A beautiful small willow, to 15'-20' tall. The foliage emerges pale gold, then turns green. 35 Salix integra 'Hakuro' are available.
87		Salvia farinacea 'Texas Violet' - mealycup sage A real show stopper salvia, with deep violet petals and white calyces. The bees worship it. Tends to be a bit tall and lanky, but hey, so is the director, so who's complaining. Sun. Zones 6-10. 16 Salvia farinacea 'Texas Violet' are available.
88		Scutellaria lateriflora - mad-dog skullcap We know little about this plant. We expect it to be a spreading herbaceous perennial with skullcap-like flowers. Hardy to Zone 7. 65 Scutellaria lateriflora are available.
89		Spartium junceum - Spanish broom Commonly called Spanish broom. According to Forest Farm Nursery, this deciduous shrub, 5'-10' tall, shows canary-yellow pea-like flowers that have the sweet fragrance of oranges. A nice cut flower. 41 Spartium junceum are available.
90		Stachyurus 'Magpie' - variegated spike-tail There are variegated plants, and then there are variegated plants. This is one of the latter! 'Magpie' spike-tail bears some of the most lovely foliage to be found on any deciduous shrub that can be grown in the southeastern United States. Growing as a shrub with gently arching branches, the spike-tails are best known for their winter flowers, produced in curtain-like fashion along the stems. Our plant of 'Magpie', is attractive throughout the growing season because of its foliage. The lance-shaped leaves, tapering to a fine, acuminate (or drip-tip-like) apex are edged in white and blend from gray-green to green in the central portion of the leaf blade. Fall brings in pink tints to the foliage, only adding to this plant's beauty. Best growth occurs on plants given some shade. Hardy through Zone 7, and possibly into Zone 6. 24 Stachyurus 'Magpie' are available.
91		Styrax japonicus - Japanese snowbell This small (20'-30') deciduous tree has wonderful, white, pendulous, fragrant flowers in late spring. It grows best in sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil but tolerates clay. Sun to part shade. Zone 5. 48 Styrax japonicus are available.
92		Syringa �laciniata - cutleaf lilac The beautiful cutleaf lilac grows 6'-8' high. Plants are moderately suckering with age and show pale lilac flowers in mid-spring. Light fragrance. Resistant to mildew. A beautiful plant. Looks attractive all summer even after flowering. Sun to part shade. Zones 4-8a. 20 Syringa�laciniata are available.
93		Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai' - toad lily Toad lilies are herbaceous perennials that are valued garden plants because of their unique flowers, ability to flower in shade, and late summer to fall bloom time. 'Samurai' is perhaps best known for its golden-edged foliage and compact form (12"-18" tall). Flowers are purple with darker purple spotting. Toad lilies are rhizomatous and will colonize in the garden over time in a non-invasive manner. Easily grown in average, medium wet to wet, well-drained soils, in part to full shade. Zones 6-9. 34 Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai' are available.
94		Tsuga canadensis - eastern hemlock This evergreen tree grows best in sun to partial shade and prefers cool, moist, well-drained soil. Grows to 30'-80'. Zones 3-7. 18 Tsuga canadensis are available.
95		Veronica forrestii - Forrest speedwell For over six years now, we have watched and admired this herbaceous perennial veronica that grows in front of the Lath House here at the Arboretum. Veronica forrestii forms a dense, low clump of foliage (only reaching about 8"-12" tall) that in early spring sends forth a profusion of pale purple/lavender flowers on short spikes. Differing completely in flower color from the more familiar Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue', V . forrestii also blooms later. Grow this as an excellent and attractive, spring-flowering, herbaceous, perennial, ground cover. Likely hardy throughout North Carolina. 34 Veronica forrestii are available.
96		Viburnum 'Conoy' - Egolf hybrid viburnum 'Conoy' representing perhaps the best of U.S. National Arboretum hybrid viburnums bred by the late Dr. Don Egolf, is always a favorite plant among the viburnums at the JCRA. With outstanding, glossy, dark black-green foliage, semi-evergreen, and a dwarf stature (3'-5' tall), this is a great plant. In spring, it produces flat-topped inflorescences containing small white flowers and are dark pink-red in bud. The plant appears bejeweled with these dazzling white flowers set against the glossy foliage. A plant worthy of all the accolades it receives from numerous authors. Sun to part shade. Zones 7-8. 38 Viburnum 'Conoy' are available.
97		Viburnum erubescens - blushing viburnum We received this evergreen viburnum from Heronswood Nursery (Kingston, Washington). With the JCRA long having an interest in evergreen viburnums (e.g., Viburnum awabuk i 'Chindo' being a good example), this species begged for attention. Viburnum erubescens is listed in British plant manuals as a half-hardy shrub. Our plant, acquired in 2000, has remained evergreen for two winters (albeit mild ones) with no defoliation, and currently has formed a nice, rounded shrub. Flowers are reported to be white, tinged pink, and fragrant. Fruits are red turning to black. We are excited as to the potential use of this plant in southeastern U.S. landscapes. 36 Viburnum erubescens are available.
98		Viburnum obovatum 'Compacta' - compact Walter's viburnum A beautiful, compact, dense selection of this native North American species. Tiny white flowers are borne in April and May. A wonderful addition to the garden. Full sun to part shade. 25 Viburnum obovatum 'Compacta' are available.
99		Viburnum plicatum 'Sawtooth' - doublefile viburnum Typical of the species except for the more defined expression of the sawtooth pattern on the leaf margin. Large, white snowball flowers. Attractive fall color is reddish purple. Large shrub, 8'-10' in height, with a broader spread. Fruit bright red changing to black. Sun to part shade. Zones 5-9. 30 Viburnum plicatum 'Sawtooth' are available.
100		Viburnum sargentii 'Chiquita' - Sargent viburnum Compact selection of Sargent viburnum from McKay’s nursery (Waterloo, Wisconsin). In spring, white blooms cover this beauty. Scarlet red fruit and yellow-orange autumn foliage add to its charm. 2'-3' tall. Full sun to partial shade. Hardy to Zone 4. 20 Viburnum sargentii 'Chiquita' are available.
101		Vitex agnus-castus 'Salinas Pink' - pink chaste tree This deciduous, medium sized shrub to small tree is valued for its lovely pale pink flowers in late spring through early summer. 'Salinas Pink' is a selection from Texas plantsman Greg Grant. In an effort to collect as many cultivars of Vitex agnus-castus as possible, we ran across this one at Juniper Level Botanical Garden (Raleigh, North Carolina), from where we were able to procure several cuttings. 'Salinas Pink' is a profuse bloomer, and offers an improvement over other so-called "pink" flowered cultivars of chaste tree. Grows best in sun, although some shade can be tolerated. 8'-10' tall. Zones 6-8. 20 Vitex agnus-castus 'Salinas Pink' are available.