Rhododendron - Haaga
The Rhododendron Haaga, 'Haaga Rhododendron', is a new, hardy, dwarf variety from the University of Helsinki, Finland. It produces dark pink flowers which contrast nicely with the dark green, coarse foliage. The Haaga will begin to bloom in May. This plant needs excellent drainage, mulching and a peat moss soil additive. Roots will rot in poorly drained soil. It will not do well in windy sites. This dense evergreen shrub is a highly valued landscape ornamental. The large groups of showy pink flowers appear on even young plants. The Haaga is a very effective accent plant. ... more info
Spiraea - Van Houtteis Flowers are white in April-May, borne in many flowered 1-2" diameter umbels. Outstanding deciduous shrub that is very showy in flower. Van Houtte Spirea is a durable and familiar shrub. The flowers are produced in spring after the leaves.
