Dogwood - Yellow Twig
The Dogwood 'Yellow Twig', Cornus sericea 'Yellow Twig', is a medium sized shrub with bright yellow twigs. These yellow twigs provide a good contrast against any Red-twig with its yellow fall color. The foliage is medium to dark green in summer, followed by purplish fall color. The twigs are green in summer, but turn bright clear yellow in fall and are quite conspicuous in winter, especially if planted in groups with one of the red twigged dogwoods. Pruned twigs invariably die back to the next bud and turn black from there to the pruned end of the twig, leaving ugly black ends on bright yellow twigs. Prune with care; remove branches or twigs only at the ground line. Plant in full sun and provide a well watered location. ... more info
Mountain Laurel The Mountain Laurel, Kalmia latifolia, is a native American plant. It is the state flower of Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Mountain Laurel is an evergreen flowering shrub. It grows upright and has beautiful tough glossy foliage. The buds progress into dainty candy like flowers in the spring (May though July). Therefore, there is a need to protect the roots from too much heat and fertilizer. To ensure that the Mountain Laurel you choose flourishes in your garden here are some tips: Plant high and mulch well. Water often during growth periods, do not let the plant dry out.
