Barberry - Concorde
Concorde Barberry, Berberis thunbergii 'Concorde', is a very slow growing, compact shrub. Small red-purple leaves hold their color well even in heat, and it maintains a deeper color than most other purple leaved varieties. Concorde's size makes it ideal for the foreground of any border. It has the a 2 foot height and a 3 foot spread with a nice rounded shape, allergy free, and is pest tolerant. Persistent red fruits form in fall along with the red, orange and yellow foliage color. It tolerates most light exposures and soils, but purple-leaved varieties will turn green in the shade. This plant will grow in dry soil. ... get more information
Lilac - James Macfarlane The Lilac 'James Macfarlane', Syringa presoniae 'James Macfarlane', blooms two weeks later than Syringa vulgaris types. The true single pink flowers bloom freely. It is extremely hardy and adaptable, withstanding moisture conditions fatal to vulgaris hybrids. This lilac has an upright shape. The large clusters of deliciously scented flowers bloom in May and June and are attractive to butterflies. Lilacs should be grown in fertile, humus-rich, well drained soil.
