Did you know that apples are the most widely adapted deciduous fruit tree in the United States? They need full sun for optimal development and typically will not grow in the tropical south because there are not enough chilling hours to satisfy the requirements of the plant. Hardy from zones 4-8, apples have a high wind tolerance and prefer a well-drained soil. Use apple trees as mass plants, shade plants or even as specimen plants.
Silver Falls™ Dichondra, also known as Silver Pony-Foot, is a creeping or a trailing evergreen annual that is native to the Southwestern desert regions of the United States. It has silver, fan-shaped foliage. It is effective on rock walls, where it can cascade downward. It is best grown in baskets or as a seasonal ground cover. Here at Creekside, we have Silver Falls™ Dichondra available for sale in a four inch size. These plants go FAST! Order yours today!
Cape Red Lead Kangaroo Paw is a dwarf evergreen perennial hybrid from Australia that gets to approximately 20 inches tall at maturity. It has fuzzy red flowers that have claw like blooms. Cape Red Lead Kangaroo Paw is hardy down to about 25 degrees. It has great disease resistance and will attract hummingbirds into the landscape.
Ivy, Hedera helix Native to Europe, the ivy is an evergreen vine that is commonly found in gardens, on tree trunks and even on house walls. It can be trained into a variety of shapes, making this plant an excellent candidate for topiaries. Hardy from approximately Zones 4-9, the ivy has rapid growth habits. It can be used as ground covers, in planter boxes and in hanging baskets. Ivies grow well in sun or in shade.
Leopoldii Agave is a small agave that is less than a foot in overall height and width. It has narrow, spine-like leaves with variegated foliage. Native to Mexico, Leopoldii has full sun to light shade requirements. It has very low water needs.