Beautiful maroon new foliage; neat, uniform growth; evergreen leaves turn maroon in fall; excellent medium size hedge or screen. FEATURES Bloom/Feature New foliage is maroon Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features winter/fall foliage color, year-round interest Use hedge, privacy planting Exposure Full-sun to Part-shade Bloom Season spring Dimension 10-12' H x 6-7' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape as needed PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in early spring

The exciting new Southgate™ Rhododendrons are heat tolerant and thrive in the Deep South while performing equally well in traditional Rhododendron areas. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Medium pink buds open to white with prominent maroon blotch Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, year-round interest, dwarf Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Part sun to shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 4-5' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in part shade to shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

This early blooming crapemyrtle begins blooming in May, often as early as Mother’s Day and much earlier than other June-July blooming crapemyrtles. Re-blooms in white for 100-120 days of color. FEATURES Bloom/Feature White blooms May-early June. Blooms 100-120 days. Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Reblooming, deer resistant Use Accent, hedge, container Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Summer Dimension 5-8' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

This wonderful shrub is perfect for sunny locations and will impress with its shiny maroon foliage and contrasting hot-pink flowers. While adding beautiful color to your garden it will also attract butterflies and hummingbirds making it a striking addition to any yard. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Pink, funnel-shaped flowers Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 5,6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Year-round interest, attracts birds/butterflies Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Summer Dimension 5-6' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Fast Growth CARE Water Regular Water Soil Type Well-drained sand to clay soil Fertilizer None Pruning Prune after flowering PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

A dramatic statement plant to brighten up shady spots, or add a pop of color to a mixed container. This easy care grass can be used as a groundcover, or to edge a path or patio, or try tucking it into a living wall or window box. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Bright, colorful foliage, year round Plant Type Groundcovers/Grasses Evergreen or Deciduous USDA Zones 5,6,7,8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to -20°F USDA zones 5-11 Key Features Use Borders, garden beds, containers, slopes, groundcover Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season N/A Dimension 12-18" H x 12-18" W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well drained garden soil Fertilizer Spring Pruning None needed PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 2X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in early spring

Low growing, spreading, American native with light lavender flower clusters. Incredibly heat tolerant. Use as ground covers or in planters. Southern Living® calls this perennial “bambi-proof.” FEATURES Bloom/Feature Lavender flower clusters from spring until fall Plant Type Annuals Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, water-wise, dwarf Use Border, container, groundcover, mass planting Exposure Full sun Bloom Season Spring, summer Dimension 12-14" H x spreading Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Keep on the dry side of moist Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Monthly in garden; bi-monthly in containers Pruning Prune as desired, but not required PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

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This unique holly grows tall and slim to an average 20 ft. tall by 3 ft. wide. Brilliant red berries in winter contrast brightly against the evergreen leaves. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Brilliant red berries in winter contrast brightly against the evergreen leaves Plant Type Trees Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Year-round interest, dwarf, deer resistant Use Accent, container Exposure Full sun Bloom Season None Dimension 20' H x 3' W Growth Rate Fast CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Spring Pruning Not needed but if desired, in winter PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Brilliant spring-blooming deciduous azaleas with colorful showy blooms. Great for light shade and even sunnier locations. With the added attraction of honey-suckle fragrance, these are a perfect addition to your garden. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Glowing orange-red with yellow shades Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Zone Detail Hardy to USDA zones 5-9 Key Features Use Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 6-8' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Slow CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained, slightly acidic soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in high-filtered shade or sunny areas dig hole 2X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in early spring

More heat tolerant than standard Pieris japonica, Mountain Snow™ offers interest in the garden with both foliage and showy blooms. New bronze-colored foliage matures to dark green; attractive, pendulous flower buds appear in summer and persist through winter before opening in early spring with beautiful ivory white flowers. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Pendulous panicles of white blooms Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 4,5,6,7,8 Zone Detail Hardy to -20 F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, year-round interest, dwarf, deer resistant Use Accent, container, mass planting Exposure Shade to part sun Bloom Season Spring Dimension 3-4' H x 2-3' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape in early spring before first flush PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full shade to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

This early blooming crapemyrtle begins blooming in May, often as early as Mother’s Day and much earlier than other June-July blooming crapemyrtles. Re-blooms in purple for 100-120 days of color. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Purple blooms May-early June. Blooms 100-120 days. Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Reblooming, deer resistant Use Accent, hedge, container Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Summer Dimension 5-8' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Distinctive oak-shaped leaves; dense, bright green foliage; upright shape; needs little pruning; great for an accent or screen. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Bright green leaves with oak leaf look. Red berries in fall and winter. Plant Type Trees Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features Year-round interest Use Hedge, privacy planting Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season None Dimension 15-20' H x 12-15' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape in spring PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

The exciting new Southgate™ Rhododendrons are heat tolerant and thrive in the Deep South while performing equally well in traditional Rhododendron areas. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Deep pink buds open to pink ruffle blooms Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, year-round interest, dwarf Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Part shade to shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 3-4' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in part shade to shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Delta Jazz’s brilliant pink blooms contrast vividly with its unique dark burgundy, cupped leaves. This versatile small tree is a stunning garden accent. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Burgundy cupped leaves with bright pink blooms Plant Type Trees Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Winter/fall foliage color, year-round interest, deer resistant Use Accent, container, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Summer Dimension 6-10' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Stunning, deep red, new growth accentuates the evergreen leaves of this nandina. Flirt™ has superior color through the summer unlike similar varieties. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Deep-red young foliage Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features Year-round interest, dwarf Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 1-2' H x 1.5-2' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning None PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in spring

The exciting new Southgate™ Rhododendrons are heat tolerant and thrive in the Deep South while performing equally well in traditional Rhododendron areas. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Deep lavender buds open to light purple Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, year-round interest, dwarf Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Part shade to shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 4-5' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in part shade to shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

The exciting new Southgate™ Rhododendrons are heat tolerant and thrive in the Deep South while performing equally well in traditional Rhododendron areas. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Deep pink buds open to white Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, year-round interest, dwarf Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Part shade to shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 4-6' H x 4-6' W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in part shade to shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

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