Spiraea - Crisp Leaf
The Spirea 'Crisp Leaf', Spiraea x bumalda 'Crispa', have pink flowers in large clusters. One of its distinquishing characteristics is the new growth, which is burgundy-red. Distinguished by their size, bloom color and season of bloom, spireas all have small leaves and fine, twiggy branches. Once established, they are drought tolerant. ... more info
Chokeberry - Black It displays clusters of 5-petaled, white flowers in spring which are followed in early autumn by blackish purple, blueberry-sized fruits which usually do not persist into winter. Lustrous, dark green foliage turns an attractive purplish red in autumn. Although technically edible, the fruits are extremely tart and bitter, and are not recommended for eating off the bush. Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Tolerant of wide range of soils. Spreads by root suckers to form colonies.
