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aka Japanese Maple

The name may not be the most desirable but the tree certainly is. The rich red, spring foliage is finely dissected and holds its colour well throughout summer. In autumn the leaves turn a deeper shade of red before falling. Neat and tidy upright habit. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

This is a small but gorgeous lace leaf that has an interesting green-red thing happening on it's new growth. The very dissected leaves display various shades of red throughout summer and autumn. Prefers filtered light in a sheltered position. Great for container growing. Deciduous

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aka Japanese Maple

A dwarf Sango kaku. Discovered in Australia this dwarf form looks like a winner for those that want a true Sango but have little space. As with all colour barks you should not grow in really cold areas or wet areas. But for most this is a very nice smaller tree. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

A highly ornamental plant with very finely cut foliage. Slow growing when young. Globe-shaped form. Leaves emerge bright green and may have some crimson highlights when in full sun. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

Japanese Maple. This is a beautiful Maple that is definitely a favourite of mine. The dainty, new spring leaves emerge pale yellow with hints of orange and red before slowly turning green over summer. In autumn the yellow and orange tones are once again to the fore prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.

Acer 'Katsura' will do best in a sheltered position with protection from harsh wind and hot afternoon sun.

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aka Japanese Maple

Deeply dissected leaves of a wonderfull mossy-gold colour in spring, picking up greener tinges in summer and oranges and reds in autumn. Lovely red stems contrast with the gold foliage. Grow in a sheltered spot in deep acid soil for best results. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

The leaves of this dwarf Japanese Maple are much smaller than usual. Light-green leaves emerge with bright orange-red margins in spring. These turn yellow-green in summer before going a beautiful golden-yellow to orange in autumn. A compact, dense grower and a very nice small tree. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

Magnificent foliage of the best variegated Acer. Each Spring new growth emerges with an array of eye catching colour. No need to wait for autumn colour change, this tree heralds spring already displaying a multitude of colours ranging from pink, green, red, cream and almost pure white. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

A highly ornamental plant with weeping, shrub-like form with mature plants having cascading branches. Leaves emerge bright crimson deepening to burgundy. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container. Deciduous.

This Maple will be happiest planted in a sheltered position with protection from harsh winds and hot afternoon sun.

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aka Japanese Weeping Maple

Maple. Delicate dissected red foliage through spring and summer intensifying to scarlet red in autumn. Lovely feature plant that will provide a soft cascading effect. Equally looks very graceful in a container. Happiest in sun or semi-shade with protection from strong wind. Deciduous.

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aka Maple

To make the most of this lovely Maple plant where the light will show through the deeply dissected burgundy foliage. Stunning. But wait there's more when the leaves turn a deep red in autumn. Happiest in a sheltered position out of the afternoon sun. Deciduous.

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aka Canadian Maple

An outstanding deciduous tree that is worthy of a special planting position where the spectacular autumn colour can really be enjoyed. The large glossy green leaves turn fiery orange and red from early autumn. Pyramidal shape when young and eventually forms a large round headed tree. Wow!

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aka Japanese Maple

A new weeping maple with colours unlike anything that has been available before. The spring growth comes out with lovely russet colours in pink, cream,and gold/yellow, before maturing to greens. Autumn colours are in yellow,orange and reds. Deciduous.

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aka Silver Maple, Soft Maple, Water Maple

The silver maple is a quick-growing species that may live up to 130 years or more and reach heights exceeding 100 feet. The deeply-lobed leaves are dark green on the surface with a downy white underside, resulting in a strikingly beautiful presentation when viewed as a whole. Deciduous.

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aka Coral Bark Maple

The main feature of this Maple is the fiery coral red colour of the branches and twigs that are a real stand out in winter when the tree is bare. The green summer foliage turns golden yellow in autumn. A statement feature tree worthy of a place in any planting scheme. Deciduous.

'Senkaki' AKA 'Sango Kaku' will do best in a sheltered position with protection from afternoon sun and harsh winds. 'Senkaki' has an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.

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aka Lace Leaf Maple

A very pretty upright Maple with fine, lacy, bright green foliage on graceful, slightly pendulous branches. The autumn colours are in tones of soft yellow and gold with hints of red. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade with protection from strong winds. RHS AGM. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

Dwarf. This is an excellent small tree that will grow happily in a container or the garden. The branches and leaves are an attractive wine red which deepens slightly in autumn. Good compact upright habit. Happiest in the sun or semi-shade with protection from harsh winds. Deciduous.

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A small-medium maple tree, with a beautiful rich reddish purple coloured leaf, presented with a rounded spreading crown. Colour holds until the end of summer when the autumnal change sees leaves turn a deep red shade. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

A very popular Maple and deservedly so. Outstanding brilliant red and shrimp pink spring foliage that slowly turns green. In autumn the leaves are once again fiery shades of red. Plant in morning sun or semi shade with protection from harsh winds. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple Weeping

If you want a weeping maple then this is one of the best. Intricate and delicate soft fresh green foliage on graceful pendulous branches. The autumn tones are gold and yellow. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container. Deciduous.

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aka Japanese Maple

Japanese Maple. A beautiful tall and elegant Maple with an upright habit. The spring leaves have 9-11 lobes and emerge shiny dark purple. Summer leaf colour has hues of bronze, red and green. Red tones in autumn prior to leaf fall. Plant in a sheltered spot. Deciduous.

This Maple was discovered as a chance seedling in the Esveld Aceretum and is possibly a cross between A.shirasawanum and A.palmatum. It has received an Award of Merit.

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aka Silk Tree

If you want to sit under soft ferny foliage and look up at fuzzy fluffy carmine red flowers then this is the tree for you. Very pretty specimen tree with a single trunk and good shade canopy. Flowers during summer. Quite quick growing. Prefers a spot sheltered from wind. Deciduous.

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aka Silk Tree

Silk Tree. This is a fabulous quick growing tree with a single stem and a good shade canopy making it ideal to relax under on a sleepy summer afternoon. Soft ferny foliage and fluffy fuzzy blooms in warm pink that appear in summer. Plant in a warm sunny position. Deciduous.

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aka Italian Alder

Extremely tolerant, fast growing tree that loves moisture. Attractive heart shaped leaves (hence the name Cordata) that are green and glossy. The male flower catkins appear before the leaves and the female flowers develop into small woody cones. Deciduous.

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aka Himalayan Birch

Himalayan Birch - an attractive white bark, vibrant dark green leaves which turn yellow in autumn, and interesting catkins in spring. An elegant tree that is perfect for all gardens, large or small. Looks great group planting. Prefers a soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Deciduous.

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aka Upright Hornbeam

An upright narrow form of Hornbeam with oval ribbed green leaves that have good autumn colour, eventually turning brown. The leaves often remain on the tree for quite some time over winter. The tree will gradually broaden with age. Attractive catkins

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aka Eastern Redbud

An interesting deciduous tree with a tiered branch pattern. In spring the bare branches are smothered in clusters of tiny white blossom. Handsome, glossy green, heart shaped leaves follow. Mellow yellow autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Plant in deep fertile soil in a sheltered spot. Est 10yr.growth.

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aka Dogwood

An American hybrid valued for the ruby red flower bracts that appear in spring. The new spring foliage is an attractive bronze-red before turning the usual green. Striking autumn colour adds to the overall value of this specimen tree. Plant in a sunny spot in nice rich soil. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Dogwood

This Dogwood is valued for the decorative variegated foliage. The fresh green leaves are attractively margined in creamy white with just a hint of pink in spring. The flower bracts are showy and white. Excellent autumn colour. Plant in a sunny position in nice rich soil. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Dogwood

Showy red flower bracts appear in spring followed by red strawberry fruits that birds love. The variegated green foliage is broadly outlined with lemon yellow, with hints of bronze and pink in spring. Striking autumn colour. Plant in a sunny position. Deciduous.

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aka Kousa or Asian Dogwood

A very pretty oriental Cornus that has showy white flower bracts which appear on the horizontal layered branches in spring-summer. The flowers are followed by small red fruits. Very pretty in full bloom. Green summer foliage colours well prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.

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aka The Wedding Cake Tree

This unique and special Cornus is highly valued for the unusual layered structure of its branches giving it the common name of 'The Wedding Cake Tree'. New foliage is soft green edged with cream accented by the reddish tinge of the new branches. Little white flowers in summer. Deciduous

A very special feature tree that deserves space to grow unhindered so it can show off its unique structure. Always admired and a recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit.

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aka Kousa or Asian Dogwood

This tree is extremely eye catching when in bloom. The very large, pointed, creamy white floral bracts hang gracefully on layered branches reminiscent of a moonbeam dancing through the clouds! Very showy and attractive. Plant in the sun in nice rich soil. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Dogwood

A lovely showy 'Dogwood' with colourful spring-summer foliage in tones of soft yellow splashed with green. In autumn the foliage turns a veritable rainbow of colour prior to leaf fall. You will also enjoy lovely white flower bracts in spring, what more could you want? Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Kousa or Asian Dogwood

A beautiful Asian Dogwood with pink flower bracts that appear in late spring. The summer leaves are fresh green changing to beautiful autumn tones of purplish red. Forms a broad, rounded shrub. Happiest in the sun in rich acid soil. Hardy and deciduous. Est. 10yr. growth.

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aka Dogwood

Dogwood. Masses of deep pink flower bracts appear in spring followed by red strawberry fruits that birds love. The green summer foliage colours well prior to leaf fall. Plant in a sunny spot in nice rich acid soil for best results. Est. 10yr. growth.

Generally 'Dogwoods' need a nice cool winter to do well, 'Stoke's Pink' is more adaptable than some other cultivars and can cope with warmer climates.

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aka Claret Ash

A deservedly popular and beautiful deciduous tree. Elegant branch framework, neat pyramidal habit and handsome long narrow foliage. The bright green spring growth deepens to a rich purple claret in autumn and holds well before falling. Easy to grow and tolerant. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Maidenhair Tree

This is a selected male clone of the ancient and revered Chinese Maidenhair Tree. The bright green fans of fern like foliage turn a deep golden yellow in autumn and hold well on the tree until they drop cleanly to the ground. The mature tree will have great beauty and grace. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Maidenhair Tree - Male

This is a truly ancient tree. An extremely graceful specimen tree with beautiful broad fans of fern like foliage hence the common name of Maidenhair Tree. The foliage turns golden yellow in autumn and holds well on the tree until it falls cleanly to the ground. Popular for street planting as tolerant of pollution. Deciduous.

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aka Ginkgo

A very neat, narrowly erect form with a myriad of uses for confined, tight spaces, both in narrow streets and smaller home gardens. Bears the usual deep green distinctive maidenhair leaves with their gorgeous golden autumn tones.

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aka Maidenhair Tree

Dwarf Maidenhair Tree - Here's something special - a dwarf male form of the beautiful Ginkgo. The jade-green foliage fans out along the branches like beautiful hovering butterflies. Soft yellow autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Prefers the sun and deep fertile soil. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

The Ginkgo is an ancient and revered tree that is actually a Conifer. Ginkgo are very tolerant of pollution and popular for street planting. It is usually only the Male trees that are cultivated for ornamental planting as they do not have the 'Stinko' fruits produced by the Female trees.

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aka Maidenhair Tree

An incredible form that is both vigorous and extremely weeping in it's habit. Believed to be of German origin. Ginkgo Little Weeper is still little known and as such is a rare plant. Should make a medium sized shrub or even a small tree, forming a dense mound-like structure. Deciduous

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aka Maidenhair Tree

A very miniature form of the sacred Ginkgo tree from China. Fine fans of fern like foliage in fresh green decorate the branches from spring until summer turning a soft butter yellow in autumn. Happy in the sun and likes deep fertile soil with protection from harsh wind. Deciduous.

This little sweetie would make a special container plant. Male Clone.

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aka Maidenhair Tree

A selected male clone of the gorgeous Chinese Ginkgo tree. This forms has deep green deeply notched fans of fern like foliage hence the common name of Maidenhair Tree. Graceful pendulous habit. Beautiful golden tones in autumn. An outstanding specimen tree. Deciduous.

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aka Honey Locust

Weeping Honey Locust. This graceful weeping tree will add softness and interest to the garden. The foliage falls in fronts of delicately divided fresh green foliage that turns gold prior to leaf fall in autumn. Plant in the sun in well drained soil. Special. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Honey Locust

We must like this tree because it's growing in our garden. Very aptly named as the foliage is delicately divided and 'lacy' and you guessed it, a ruby wine colour. The foliage has bronze tones as it matures. Forms a graceful round headed small tree. Lovely to sit under. Deciduous.

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aka Honey Locust

Honey Locust. A quick growing, attractive specimen tree with dainty fern-like foliage. The new leaves are bright lime yellow turning to a softer green as summer progresses, finally turning vibrant gold before leaf fall. Graceful pendulous habit, easy to grow and lovely to sit under. Est.10yr.growth.

This particular cultivar of Gleditsia is thorn-less and makes a very attractive medium sized tree. The leaf colour will be at its best if grown in an open sunny spot. One of my favourites.

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aka Sweet Gum

The 'Sweet Gum' is simply one of the best specimen trees for autumn colour. Green summer leaves turn brilliant tones of orange, red and purple in autumn. Will grow almost anywhere but prefers deep fertile soil. Attractive corky bark. Deciduous.

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aka Sweet Gum

A handsome specimen tree with an upright form and graceful drooping outer branches. The large, lobed, green summer leaves turn striking shades of pale orange and apricot in autumn, eventually turning purple prior to leaf fall. Give it space so it can show its true glory. RHS AGM. Deciduous.

It is important that your Liquidambar is planted in a position where the soil does not completely dry out in summer.

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aka Tulip Tree

Tulip Tree. A magnificent specimen tree that is worthy of planting. Strong straight trunk pyramidal form and attractive large, lobed, green and leaves that turn deeper yellow in autumn. In the spring it flowers with unusual tulip shaped green blooms with orange markings. A great paddock tree. Deciduous. Est 10yr.growth.

The Liriodendron is a close relative of the Magnolia and likes the same type of deep acid soil. It is more tolerant of moisture than the Magnolia. A perfect memorial tree to celebrate a birth. Give this tree the space it deserves to reach its full magnificence.

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aka Magnolia

A NZ hybrid with blooms of immense proportions. Up to 36cm! Simply breath taking when in full bloom. The flowers are pink on the outside and pure white inside. As the blooms are so large it is important to plant in a sheltered position to avoid wind damage. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Yulan Magnolia

This small, deciduous tree comes from Central China where it is planted to represent purity and candor. Masses of scented, ivory-white flowers appear from mid winter to early spring, just before the fresh green leaves. Really lovely, happiest in a sheltered spot. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Magnolia

This graceful Magnolia is so highly thought of it has received an AGM from the Royal Horticultural Society. The flower form is long, narrow and cupped. The flowers are softly scented and toned a rosy pink shade fading to palest pink with a faint stripe. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Magnolia

This stunning NZ bred tree will take your breath away when in full bloom. The large furry buds open to enormous cup-shaped flowers in shades of lavender pink and cream and appear over quite a long period in spring. Hardy and easy to grow but best in a sheltered position. Est.10yr.growth.

Iolanthe is a Jury Hybrid.

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aka Magnolia

The slender curved buds of this deciduous, small, Magnolia are deepest black. The blooms when open are a dark maroon purple with creamy white interiors. Elegant and compact. In a good season will flower for 2 months through from late spring to early summer. Plant in a sunny sheltered position. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Magnolia

A stunning little Magnolia bred in NZ. The plentiful spring blooms are of good substance and are toned a deep wine red and open to reveal an interior of blushed white. Nice fruity fragrance. Compact habit. Plant in a sheltered position in acid soil for best results. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Magnolia

Wine red, cup shaped blooms with a luxurious texture decorate this fabulous small tree in early spring. Beautiful as a stand alone specimen or make an even stronger statement by planting a group. Happiest in a sheltered, wind free spot in acid soil. NZ Bred. Est.10.yr.growth.

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aka Magnolia

The perfect Magnolia for those of you with limited space as this particular variety has a narrow, upright growth habit. Bright, royal purple blooms in spring. Bred in NZ by Peter Cave. Plant in acid soil and protect from harsh winds. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Magnolia

This beautiful Magnolia is indeed a sweetheart with large soft pink blooms with a deeper pink centre. Developed in NZ by Mr Peter Cave. The flowers are fragrant and appear from late winter until spring. Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot in well drained acid soil. Deciduous.

As this Magnolia has a columnar habit i.e. narrow upright growth it is a perfect choice for smaller gardens.

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A NZ raised hybrid from Queenstown. Selected for the outstanding display of golden yellow Crabapples that decorate the horizontal branches from autumn into winter. Spring flowers are white opening from pink buds. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Deciduous.

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Double, wine-red blossom appears in spring followed by reddish green summer foliage that intensifies in tone in autumn. The crabapple fruits are a purple-red shade. A different and distinctive ornamental cultivar. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Deciduous.

A lovely ornamental Crabapple with large rounded fresh green leaves that colour well in autumn. Double shell pink blossoms in spring followed by small green fruit. Plant in a sunny position. Deciduous.

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Malus hybrid. Pink buds open to pale pink blossom in spring. The blossom is followed by heavy crops of little golden-yellow apples that almost cover the branches in autumn-winter - highly ornamental. Upright pyramidal habit. Easy to grow in a well drained sunny spot. Deciduous.

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This NZ bred Crabapple is aptly named as it is absolutely gorgeous in spring when white to soft pink single blooms smother the branches. These are followed by masses of shiny bright crimson 'apples' that hold well on the tree through to autumn. Deciduous

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aka Bechtel Crab

Bechtel Crab. This highly ornamental small tree is a firm favourite here at Wairere. Large, double, frilly pink, fragrant blossom decorates the tree in late spring. The summer foliage is a soft sage green and also very decorative. Plant in a sunny spot in well drained soil. Deciduous

This Crabapple does have fruit after flowering - it is small and light yellow and rarely produced in noticeable quantities. It's all about the blossom which is truly beautiful.

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Jack Humm rhymes with yum because this is just a beautiful highly ornamental tree that you won't regret planting. The single white blossom in spring is followed by large shiny red 'apples' that stand out on the bare branches right through winter. Luckily birds seldom eat the fruit.

Good for making crabapple jelly

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Crabapple AKA Malus. A year round delight with fragrant, white, spring blossom followed by fresh green summer foliage. Autumn brings gorgeous little apples in tones of cream and orange with red flushes that hold well on the tree. PVR. Deciduous.

This tree was bred in NZ and is a vigorous grower and prolific producer of fruit great for Jelly. Harvest the fruit early for Jelly but leave some apples on the tree to decorate the autumn-winter garden. According to the breeder the birds leave the fruit alone which is an added bonus.

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Well it's called 'Profusion' for a reason - starts to flower from a young age and puts on a 'profuse' display of deep wine red blossom in spring. The flowers are followed by small red Crabapples. The coppery new leaf growth which turns fresh green for summer. Easy to grow in the sun.

This Malus will attract birds in your garden.

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A gorgeous blossom tree that has a semi weeping habit and is covered with masses of dainty white flowers in the spring. These are followed by orange-red fruits that last through the winter. Easy to grow in a sunny position.

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Beautiful in spring with a bountiful display of fragrant deep pink blossom that is followed by ornamental purple-red fruit. The foliage is red toned and intensifies in colour prior to leaf fall. A highly ornamental tree with a narrow pyramidal habit. Plant in a sunny spot. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Asian Crabapple

A unique species from Asia with very distinctive maple-like leaves that are glossy green in summer and turn a vivid range of orange and scarlet shades in autumn. Large clusters of single white flowers in spring are followed by pear shaped fruit of greenish yellow flushed with red. Deciduous

Taller growth habit and very worthwhile for many situations.

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aka Japanese Chonosuki Crabapple

A highly ornamental Japanese species with a strong erect, narrow habit. White/pink spring blossom followed by new silvery green foliage, changing to glossy green in summer and spectacular copper-yellow shades in autumn. The small 'apples' are green flushed with red. Deciduous.

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A popular cultivar for smaller gardens or container growing due to its narrow columnar habit. The pink spring blossom opens from tight scarlet buds and is followed by bright yellow 'apples' that are blushed with red. Hardy, tolerant and disease resistant. Deciduous.

As a general rule Crabapples are more tolerant of adverse soil conditions than other blossom trees and are long lived and hardy. They will do their best planted in the sun in well drained soil.

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A superb Crabapple bred in NZ and named after Mr Hayward Wright. Beautiful white blossom in spring followed by a plentiful supply of large crimson fruits that hold on the tree through winter. Wine coloured foliage late Summer - Autumn. Prefers a sunny well drained position. Deciduous.

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aka Indian Bead Tree

Wonderful quick growing shade tree that is tolerant of just about any conditions (including wind), easy to grow. Strong straight stem with smooth greyish bark. Panicles of fragrant lilac flowers in spring followed by berries that birds love. Deep green long narrow leaves. Deciduous.

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aka Persian Witch Hazel

Weeping Witch Hazel. A special small tree with a neat, erect growth habit. Unusual crimson tassel like flowers on bare branches in late winter. Lustrous dark green foliage in spring that colours well in autumn. As the tree matures the trunk has attractive flaking bark. Deciduous.

aka Oriental Plane Tree

Plane Tree. The world would be a poorer place without the handsome and magnificent Plane Tree. It grows where nothing else will, tolerating pollution and poor conditions. This selection has deeply lobed green summer foliage that turns shades of gold/orange prior to leaf fall. Attractive mottled bark

While the Plane Tree is very tolerant it will reach its maximum potential in nice deeply worked fertile soil. Allow it space to reach its true 'Autumn Glory'.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Flowering Cherry. Add a touch of softness in spring with this outstanding flowering cherry that has masses of semi-double rich pink blossoms in pendulous clusters in spring. Open spreading habit. Vivid autumn colours. Easy to grow in well drained soil. Deciduous. RHS AGM.

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aka Upright Flowering Cherry

Upright Flowering Cherry. A popular street planting tree because of its narrow columnar habit. Clusters of fragrant, semi-double, shell-pink blossoms smother the tree in mid spring. Fresh bronze-green spring foliage turning bright green for summer. Deciduous.

The Japanese name Amanogawa means 'Milky Way' describing the tree in full bloom. The Royal Horticultural Society have given this tree an Award of Garden Merit.

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aka Flowering Cherry

An unusual flowering cherry in that it will start flowering in winter if the temperatures are mild. The main display of dainty semi-double blush pink flowers is as expected in spring and is not at all diminished by the early start. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Raised in NZ, 'Awanui' is a little different from other flowering cherries in that the horizontal branches drape softly almost to ground level. The prolific spring blooms are softest baby pink and single. A tree in full blossom is extremely pretty. Definitely a must have. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Plum

Flowering Plum. A robust and highly decorative small tree with fragrant, double pink blossom that decorates the bare branches in early spring. The summer foliage is an attractive bronze-purple tone that makes a nice contrast to the all that green. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Deciduous.

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aka Weeping Flowering Cherry

Weeping Flowering Cherry. A beautiful and graceful small tree with pendulous arching branches. In spring the branches are smothered in single white blossom that is blushed with just a hint of pink. Very pretty. Fresh green summer foliage that colours well in autumn. Deciduous.

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aka Weeping Flowering Cherry

Weeping Flowering Cherry. A beautiful and graceful small tree with pendulous arching branches. In spring the branches are smothered in single white blossom that is blushed with just a hint of pink. Very pretty. Fresh green summer foliage that colours well in autumn. Deciduous.

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aka Weeping Flowering Cherry

Weeping Flowering Cherry. A beautiful and graceful small tree with pendulous arching branches. In spring the branches are smothered in single white blossom that is blushed with just a hint of pink. Very pretty. Fresh green summer foliage that colours well in autumn. Deciduous.

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aka Taiwan Flowering Cherry or Tui Tree

Bred in NZ by Felix Jury and known here as the 'Tui Tree' because Tui just love the sweet nectar the flowers provide - in fact they go mad for it. A hybrid form of the 'Taiwan' flowering cherry with large, rosy red, bell shaped, blooms that start to appear around August. Deciduous.

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aka Taiwan Flowering Cherry or Tui Tree

Bred in NZ by Felix Jury and known here as the 'Tui Tree' because Tui just love the sweet nectar the flowers provide - in fact they go mad for it. A hybrid form of the 'Taiwan' flowering cherry with large, rosy red, bell shaped, blooms that start to appear around August. Deciduous.

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aka Taiwan Flowering Cherry or Tui Tree

Bred in NZ by Felix Jury and known here as the 'Tui Tree' because Tui just love the sweet nectar the flowers provide - in fact they go mad for it. A hybrid form of the 'Taiwan' flowering cherry with large, rosy red, bell shaped, blooms that start to appear around August. Deciduous.

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aka Taiwan Flowering Cherry or Tui Tree

Bred in NZ by Felix Jury and known here as the 'Tui Tree' because Tui just love the sweet nectar the flowers provide - in fact they go mad for it. A hybrid form of the 'Taiwan' flowering cherry with large, rosy red, bell shaped, blooms that start to appear around August. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Flowering Cherry

When you see this compact little tree in full flower in early spring you will know just why Jim was delighted. Single, star shaped blossoms that are coloured a warm pink. Nice dark green foliage with good autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Likes the sun and well drained soil.

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aka Flowering Cherry or Sekiyama

'Kanzan' is deservedly one of the most popular flowering cherries. Gorgeous, fully double, pink blossoms hang in pendent clusters for several weeks in spring followed by coppery bronze new foliage. Fresh green summer leaves that have excellent autumn colour. Deciduous.

'Kanzan' has received an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.

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aka Flowering Cherry or Sekiyama

'Kanzan' is deservedly one of the most popular flowering cherries. Gorgeous, fully double, pink blossoms hang in pendent clusters for several weeks in spring followed by coppery bronze new foliage. Fresh green summer leaves that have excellent autumn colour. Deciduous.

'Kanzan' has received an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.

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aka Flowering Cherry or Sekiyama

'Kanzan' is deservedly one of the most popular flowering cherries. Gorgeous, fully double, pink blossoms hang in pendent clusters for several weeks in spring followed by coppery bronze new foliage. Fresh green summer leaves that have excellent autumn colour. Deciduous.

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aka Weeping Flowering Cherry, Cheals Weeping Cherry

Weeping Cherry. Pretty, pendulous branches of frilly, rich pink, double blossom announce spring has arrived during September/October. Glossy bronze-green new foliage turns green for summer and scarlet for autumn. A lovely specimen that will do best in a sunny well drained spot. Deciduous

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aka Flowering Cherry

Selected seedling from Taranaki that has masses of striking, white, pendulous blossoms that drape the branches in mid spring. When young has an upward habit and becomes more horizontal with age. Nice autumn colour. Grow in a sunny position in well drained soil. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Pendent clusters of dainty bright carmine pink bell flowers appear in late winter. These flowers are attractively fringed and a magnet for nectar loving birds. Bronze new foliage that eventually turns green. A good small tree suitable for town gardens. Deciduous.

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aka Weeping Rosebud Cherry

AKA the Weeping Rosebud Cherry this delightful little tree has an arching, graceful pendulous habit. In spring the branches are completely covered with sprays of dainty single pink blossoms. Use as a focal point in the border or perhaps even try in a large container. Deciduous.

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aka Weeping Rosebud Cherry

AKA the Weeping Rosebud Cherry this delightful little tree has an arching, graceful pendulous habit. In spring the branches are completely covered with sprays of dainty single pink blossoms. Use as a focal point in the border or perhaps even try in a large container. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Weeping Rosebud Cherry

AKA the Weeping Rosebud Cherry this delightful little tree has an arching, graceful pendulous habit. In spring the branches are completely covered with sprays of dainty single pink blossoms. Use as a focal point in the border or perhaps even try in a large container. Deciduous.

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aka Taiwan Cherry

A very pretty flowering Cherry which is one of the first to blossom in spring. The flowers are a delicate shade of pink and smother the bare drooping branches in September. Good autumn colour. Best to avoid strong winds so the blossom is kept on the tree for as long as possible. Sterile.

'Pink Cloud' was raised in NZ by Felix Jury. Grow in a sunny, sheltered, well drained position.

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aka Taiwan Cherry

A very pretty flowering Cherry which is one of the first to blossom in spring. The flowers are a delicate shade of pink and smother the bare drooping branches in September. Good autumn colour. Best to avoid strong winds so the blossom is kept on the tree for as long as possible. Sterile.

Raised in NZ by Felix Jury. Plant in a sunny, sheltered position in well drained soil for best results.

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aka Flowering Cherry

This beautiful blossom tree is well named as it is just 'perfection' in full flower in late spring. Fully double, frilly blossom that is shaded a pretty rose pink. The new spring foliage emerges bronze, turning green for summer and then puts on a vivid autumn display before leaf fall. 10!

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aka Flowering Cherry

This beautiful blossom tree is well named as it is just 'perfection' in full flower in late spring. Fully double, frilly blossom that is shaded a pretty rose pink. The new spring foliage emerges bronze, turning green for summer and then puts on a vivid autumn display before leaf fall. 10!

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aka Prunus Pissardi Nigra

Black wooded with shiny dark purple Copper Beech like foliage. Showy small light pink blossoms in spring. his small tree has open, twiggy branches that are smothered in pale pink flowers. Deciduous

Each single flower has deeper contrasting stamens and the leaves emerge bright ruby red, changing to wine red and finally to deep plum through the summer.

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aka Himalayan Cherry Tree

Himalayan Cherry Tree. An attractive flowering Cherry with smooth bark that peels in horizontal layers. The pink, nectar laden blossom, loved by birds, appears when the branches are bare in winter. Plant in a sunny well drained position in nice deep loam. Deciduous.

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aka Tibetan Cherry

Flowering Cherry. This tree is highly prized for the beautiful polished new bark which is a bronze-red coppery tone. Very striking on a mature tree. You also get white blossom in spring and narrow dark green leaves that colour well before leaf fall. Deciduous.

The name 'Serrula' means 'saw toothed' which describes the edge of the leaves.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Flowering Cherry. If you've ever stood underneath a Shimidzu Sakura in full blossom then you will know what an angel's clouds look like. A beautiful breathtaking tree with double pink blossoms that hang in clusters from long stalks. Excellent autumn colour. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Flowering Cherry. If you've ever stood underneath a Shimidzu Sakura in full blossom then you will know what an angel's clouds look like. A beautiful breathtaking tree with double pink blossoms that hang in clusters from long stalks. Excellent autumn colour. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Flowering Cherry. If you've ever stood underneath a Shimidsu Sakura in full blossom then you will know what an angel's clouds look like. A beautiful breath-taking tree with double pink blossoms that hang in clusters from long stalks. Excellent autumn colour. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Simply gorgeous is a bit of an understatement when it comes to describing this gorgeous flowering cherry. Graceful drooping branches are smothered in large semi-double fragrant white blossoms in October just as the new spring foliage emerges. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Simply gorgeous is a bit of an understatement when it comes to describing this delicious flowering cherry. Graceful drooping branches are smothered in large semi-double fragrant white blossoms in October just as the new spring foliage emerges. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Simply gorgeous is a bit of an understatement when it comes to describing this delicious flowering cherry. Graceful drooping branches are smothered in large semi-double fragrant white blossoms in October just as the new spring foliage emerges. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Flowering Cherry. A Dunedin-raised cultivar, very suitable for the home garden. It produces larger, more plentiful semi-double blooms of white, flushed pink up to 4 times a year and is an impressive sight, in winter. Striking Autumn colours. Deciduous.

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aka Taiwan Cherry, Bell Cherry, Tui Tree

An improved and 'superb' version of the popular Prunus campanulata AKA 'The Tui Tree'. Brilliant, hot pink, bell shaped blossoms smother the bare branches in late winter. Ambrosia to nectar loving birds. Easy to grow in a sunny well drained spot. Deciduous. m

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aka Taiwan Cherry, Bell Cherry, Tui Tree

An improved and 'superb' version of the popular Prunus campanulata AKA 'The Tui Tree'. Brilliant, hot pink, bell shaped blossoms smother the bare branches in late winter. Ambrosia to nectar loving birds. Easy to grow in a sunny well drained spot. Deciduous.

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aka Taiwan Cherry, Bell Cherry, Tui Tree

An improved and 'superb' version of the popular Prunus campanulata AKA 'The Tui Tree'. Brilliant, hot pink, bell shaped blossoms smother the bare branches in late winter. Ambrosia to nectar loving birds. Easy to grow in a sunny well drained spot. Deciduous.

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aka Great White Cherry

If you want a robust large spreading tree with dazzling white blossom then this is the flowering cherry for you. The flowers are large, single and showy. Excellent autumn colour before leaf fall. All together a good 'doer' and spectacular in full flower. Deciduous.

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aka Great White Cherry

If you want a robust large spreading tree with dazzling white blossom then this is the flowering cherry for you. The flowers are large, single and showy. Excellent autumn colour before leaf fall. All together a good 'doer' and spectacular in full flower. Deciduous.

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aka Yoshino Cherry

Welcome the Tuis to your garden with this beautiful flowering cherry. Single pink bells of blossom decorate the bare branches in late winter full of nectar that birds love. The new green foliage colours well in the autumn. Happiest in a sunny spot with well drained soil. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Plum

You can add a nice contrast to the garden with this ornamental flowering plum which has deep smoky purple foliage. In spring pretty single soft pink blossom appears sometimes followed by small, sour inedible red fruits. Deciduous.

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aka Flowering Cherry

Something a little different for the connoisseur. 'Ukon' has unusual semi double cream flowers tinged green. The new spring foliage is tinted bronze eventually turning green. In autumn the leaves are tinged purple. A robust tree with an open spreading habit. Deciduous.

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aka Yoshino Cherry or Tokyo Cherry

A graceful tree with attractively arching branches that are smothered in blush white single blooms in early spring. The overall effect is one of subtle beauty. The flowers have a delicate fragrance often likened to almonds. Good autumn colour prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.

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aka Yoshino Cherry or Tokyo Cherry

A graceful tree with attractively arching branches that are smothered in blush white single blooms in early spring. The overall effect is one of subtle beauty. The flowers have a delicate fragrance often likened to almonds. Good autumn colour prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.

This tree was thought of as a species but is now thought to be an ancient hybrid of P.speciosa and P.subhirtella. No matter the origins it is a beauty. There are mass plantings in Washington DC and it is also a very popular street tree in Christchurch.

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aka Yoshino Cherry or Tokyo Cherry

This weeping tree even looks good naked but in spring it's all dressed up with pale pink to white single blossoms that smother the branches. The tree forms a broad umbrella of green foliage in summer. Vivid autumn display. A must have! Plant in a sunny well drained spot for best results. Deciduous

This tree was thought of as a species but is now thought to be an ancient hybrid of P.speciosa and P.subhirtella. No matter the origins it is a beauty. There are mass plantings in Washington DC and it is also a very popular street tree in Christchurch.

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aka Callery Pear or Ornamental Pear

An unusual and unique ornamental member of the Pear family. Gorgeous glossy green leaves with wavy edges that are on fire in autumn with tones of hot red. The decorative inedible fruits follow the white spring blossom. Forms a handsome pyramidal tree. Easy to grow. Deciduous.

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aka Ornamental Pear

This Ornamental Pear is popular as a street or feature tree in the USA and is worthy of our attention. A lovely display of white blossom in spring followed by glossy green leaves that colour exceptionally well in autumn. Ornamental small brown fruit. Easy to grow, deciduous.

aka Ornamental Pear

An attractive ornamental pear with an upright habit. This tree has something to offer in almost every season. A profusion of white flowers in early spring, decorative (but inedible) green to brown fruit in summer and finally, a stunning display of red, orange and burgundy foliage in Autumn.

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aka Weeping Silver Pear

A special tree with long narrow silver-grey leaves that are covered in a silky down. The overall effect is graceful and arching. White blossom in spring followed by small inedible fruits. Quite stunning placed against a dark back ground or soft and sensual combined with white. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Weeping Silver Pear

A special tree with long narrow silver-grey leaves that are covered in a silky down. The overall effect is graceful and arching. White blossom in spring followed by small inedible fruits. Quite stunning placed against a dark back ground or soft and sensual combined with white. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Swamp Cypress

Swamp Cypress - Weeping. A unique deciduous conifer that has attractive green ferny foliage that turns golden brown before leaf fall. Interesting fibrous bark and 'knobbly knees' that grow from the roots. This form has pendulous side branches giving the tree a naturally graceful habit.

Taxodium 'McLaren' Falls will grow happily in moist to wet soil but will also tolerate growing in normal garden soil as long as it does not completely dry out in summer. Named for where it was discovered - McLaren Falls in the Kaimai Ranges.