Sumac - Staghorn
The Staghorn Sumac, Rhus typhina, is the most well-known sumac. Its branches resemble deer antlers. Staghorn sumac reaches 25 feet in height at maturity with an equal spread. It is not as tolerant of poorly drained soils as other sumacs. The large dark crimson - or rarely orange to yellow - pinnate leaves of this sumac have 15-31 narrow, leaflets that can be up to (6") long. The stems and fruits of Staghorn Sumac are densely hairy, as in the "velvet stage" of a stag's antlers. These colorful, nonpoisonous shrubs or small trees are rhizomatous. The large clumps form bright splashes of color along forest margins, road banks, and fencerows and in old fields over much of the Appalachians. ... more
Weigela - My Monet™ The Weigela 'My Monet™', Weigela 'My Monet'(PP16,824), is a hardy dwarf variety that is simply the best variegated weigela there is. New leaves emerge pinkish in color changing to green with cream on the edges as the leaves mature. The blooms are larger than other varieties and also more numerous giving this Weigela a wonderful appearance for any garden setting. The My Monet™ is hardier and more vigorous than other dwarf cultivars. It's compact, rounded shape is very attractive. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and birds.
