Common name:Shalina Japanese Maple
Botanical name:Acer palmatum 'Shaina'
This magnificient plant can used as a small tree or shrub. It is deciduous with graceful leaves that have a scarlet color in spring as it leafs out. Later, they turn orange or yellow in fall. It is slow growing to 20' and requires shelter from hot winds.
Common name:Raywood Ash, Claret Ash
Botanical name:Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywood'
This large tree will grow 45'-80' high and has luscious green foliage. It does best in full sun and dry to moist soil. Attractive fall color.
Designer: T's Gardening
Photographer: GardenSoft
Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.
Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.
