Trees
Pinus flexilis ‘Vanderwolf’s Pyramid’
Vanderwolf’s Pyramid Limber Pine
The ‘Vanderwolf’ Pine has proven itself a good conifer choice for a hot, dry spot; one that won’t get too large and has soft, two-toned needles. This western North…
Asian Persimmons
Persimmons are the fruit you didn’t know you needed. So decorative! So versatile! And fall color as a bonus in an edible tree. Asian Persimmons are the main type for home gardeners to grow, even…
Prunus dulcis
There are many varieties of late blooming almonds if you were thinking our springs are too cold to grow these wonderful nuts. Nuts are a beneficial addition to the home orchard because they …
Cornus mas
Cornelian Cherry
Cornelian Cherry is a dogwood relative that is a beacon of light in the gloomy days of early spring. It is rare to find a yellow blooming tree and since Cornus mas bloom so …
Pinus thunbergii ‘Thunderhead’
Thunderhead Dwarf Japanese Black Pine
‘Thunderhead’ Japanese Black Pine is a wonderful compact specimen conifer. Like most pines it is drought tolerant and deer resistant but what sets it ap…
Pyrus pyrifolia
We’re on a fruit tree kick, so here’s another good choice for the Rogue Valley climate- Asian Pears! Pears in general do well in the valley, as history has shown, and asian pears are an esp…
Pinus densiflora ‘Oculus-draconis’
Dragon’s Eye Pine
A cultivar of the Japanese Red Pine, this irregularly structured tree makes a wonderful specimen, especially when grown against a darker backdrop of conifers or a large blank wal…