{"title":"Fall Sale - Ornamental Trees","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"paperbark-maple","title":"Paperbark Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Paperbark Maple if you want a small ornamental tree whose winter bark matters as much as foliage. The tradeoff is patience: it is not the tree to buy when you need fast shade or a big immediate canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard focal points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatio and entry plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter-view locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered ornamental beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast shade needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnprotected high-deer sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou value bark texture most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can wait for size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a refined focal tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need quick shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want heavy spring bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse is severe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe peeling cinnamon bark gives it strong winter value, while the flowers and fall color are more restrained.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt builds character slowly, so buy it for long-term structure rather than fast coverage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnce established, it usually needs little pruning beyond removing crossing or awkward branches.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential ornamental spots, but still needs room away from walks, walls, and rooflines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a specimen tree, not a privacy plant or visual barrier.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Paperbark Maple as a front-yard or patio specimen where the bark can be seen up close in winter, not as a filler tree for quick size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, oval, multi-stem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the bark the main reason to buy it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the peeling cinnamon bark is the main feature and the reason to place it where you will see it in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have strong fall color?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can color up nicely, but do not choose it only for fall color; other maples are stronger for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be planted near a patio?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you give it room for the canopy and avoid cramped corners or reflected heat against walls.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"1-1.5\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42413695008853,"sku":"PGNE-22148","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5-2\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631205879893,"sku":"PGNE-22149","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-2.5\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631205912661,"sku":"PGNE-22150","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5-3\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631205945429,"sku":"PGNE-22151","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J087-24_4904be9b-b2d2-410f-8d7c-e8259390feda.jpg?v=1773903525"},{"product_id":"eastern-redbud","title":"Eastern Redbud","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Eastern Redbud if you want a native spring-flowering accent tree with a natural branching shape; 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Give it breathing room, protect young trunks, and water well during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-9a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, rounded, spreading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower before the leaves come out?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the flowers appear along the branches before the foliage opens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good near a house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if you can give the canopy room and keep it off the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it screen my neighbor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, use it as an accent tree rather than a privacy screen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#15 - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42223684550741,"sku":"PGNE-22077","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631205519445,"sku":"PGNE-22078","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631205552213,"sku":"PGNE-22079","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631205584981,"sku":"PGNE-22080","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L621-11.jpg?v=1773903643"},{"product_id":"merlot-redbud","title":"Merlot Redbud","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Merlot Redbud if you want spring flowers and dark foliage in a protected ornamental spot. The main tradeoff: it is not the redbud for cold, windy, exposed sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront entries and patio beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtected warm garden spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple foliage with spring bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall ornamental tree use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold exposed inland sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet or compacted soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy screening needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-wind open yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want dark foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a sheltered spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want early spring bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a privacy screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMerlot earns attention early with bare-branch bloom and later with dark foliage, especially near walks or entries.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt develops at a moderate pace, so expect a planted-in look without fast shade or screening.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePruning is usually light, but good drainage and a protected location matter more than with tougher shade trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts ornamental scale works well near patios and foundation beds if you allow room for the canopy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a specimen tree, not a plant to rely on for privacy or property-line coverage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically steer Merlot toward sheltered entrances, courtyards, and warm garden beds, not exposed northern properties or wet soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9-12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 ft apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efull-sun; 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ornamental tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need dense privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want quick growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a formal tree shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe spring flower display is the main reason to plant it, while the rest of the season is quieter and more natural-looking.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt develops steadily but will not satisfy customers looking for a fast, immediate canopy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt needs little routine pruning if you give it room for its open, spreading habit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many home landscapes as long as it is not crowded against walks, walls, or house corners.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts open branching and deciduous habit make it a poor choice for privacy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend White Fringetree where the customer wants a native ornamental accent, not a privacy plant or fast shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-24 ft apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efull-sun; partial-shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoist, well-drained soil; tolerates occasionally dry or occasionally wet soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall deciduous tree or shrub with a multi-stemmed, rounded, open, spreading habit; can be trained to a single trunk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly light shaping or removal of crossing branches; let the natural form do most of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it better as a tree or shrub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEither works, but use a tree form when you need clearance near a lawn, walk, or entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it bloom in partial shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but the flower show is usually stronger with more sun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"5-6 Ft","offer_id":42223685206101,"sku":"PGNE-22235","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-7 Ft","offer_id":42631204569173,"sku":"PGNE-22236","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J032-22_f74723e8-b9ee-4435-9758-0fe23129b20e.jpg?v=1773903655"},{"product_id":"winter-king-hawthorn","title":"Winter King Hawthorn","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Winter King Hawthorn if you want a compact ornamental tree with spring flowers, red fruit, and winter bark; the main tradeoff is thorns, so place it away from tight paths and play areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard specimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter fruit and bark interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunny residential landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly ornamental value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow beds near walkways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay areas needing thorn-free branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDependable privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want winter berries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a small tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can place it away from foot traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a thorn-free tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want dense screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike fallen fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives more seasonal change than many small ornamental trees without needing a large footprint.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady pace, but it is not the tree for quick shade or fast structure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is manageable with basic pruning, though thorns and fruit cleanup matter in high-use areas.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential lots, but it still needs clearance from walks, patios, and structures.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a specimen tree, not a plant to count on for privacy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Winter King Hawthorn as a small specimen tree where winter detail matters and foot traffic is not tight around the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness 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Golden Rain Tree for one of the few shade trees that blooms in summer — bright yellow flower panicles cover the canopy in July, followed by papery lantern-like seed pods that hang on into fall. It is hardy, adaptable, and tough in New England, handling heat, drought, and poor soil once established. The tradeoff: it self-sows and drops flowers and pods, so give it room away from patios and walks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer flower color in a shade tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTough, sunny, open sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot, dry, or poor-soil spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLawns and larger beds with room to spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight over patios or walkways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a summer-blooming shade tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site is sunny and open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a tough, adaptable tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small planting bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike seed pods and self-seeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright yellow summer flowers and papery lantern pods give it a long, unusual season of interest few shade trees match.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a good pace and establishes easily, filling a sunny spot without a long wait.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is adaptable and easy to grow, but it self-sows and drops flowers and pods, so plan for some cleanup.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt matures to a broad 30-40 foot canopy, so it needs open space rather than a tight bed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is a deciduous canopy tree for shade and flowers, not a privacy screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Golden Rain Tree for New England homeowners who want summer flower color and a tough, adaptable shade tree for a sunny, open spot. It is reliably hardy here (zone 5), takes heat, drought, and poor soil, and only asks for room to spread and a little cleanup under the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKoelreuteria paniculata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden Rain Tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, spreading canopy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (native to eastern Asia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it hardy in New England?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes; it is reliably hardy to zone 5 and grows well across NH, MA, and ME in a sunny spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn mid-summer (usually July), when large yellow flower clusters cover the canopy — followed by decorative lantern-like seed pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt drops flowers and papery pods and can self-seed, so plant it away from patios and walkways and expect some cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"2-2.5 in","offer_id":42656324911189,"sku":"PGNE-22099","price":247.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/G122-04_2c90b8fa-106c-4cc9-9a72-69720ccdeb14.jpg?v=1773903834"},{"product_id":"sweetbay-magnolia","title":"Sweetbay Magnolia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Sweetbay Magnolia if you want fragrance and a soft native look in a damp or average yard. The tradeoff is a looser, less formal shape than many ornamental trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant spring flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamp planting areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural-style front yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery dry, exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want real flower fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil holds some moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like a natural branching habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow, tidy tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site is hot and bone-dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want heavy flower coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe fragrance, silver-backed leaves, and native character give it presence without looking overly formal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a useful pace once settled, but it is not an instant specimen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt usually needs selective pruning for shape rather than heavy routine trimming.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts open, variable shape can outgrow tight spots near walks, entries, or house corners.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can soften a view, but the branching is too open for a dependable privacy screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we’d typically recommend Sweetbay Magnolia for a visible, not-too-formal spot where the soil is not severely dry. Give it room to develop instead of forcing it into a tight foundation planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-35 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-35 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-10b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-20 ft apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efull-sun; partial-shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emoist to occasionally wet; tolerates good drainage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eshrub or tree; columnar, conical, multi-stemmed, open, pyramidal, rounded, spreading, or vase-shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the flowers fragrant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, fragrance is the main reason to choose this tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it handle wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the better ornamental trees for moisture-retentive sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a formal-looking tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, expect a softer, more natural shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"14\" AGFB 3-4'","offer_id":42656324517973,"sku":"PGNE-22216","price":66.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#15 - 4-5'","offer_id":42806439215189,"sku":"PGNE-22300","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F855-10.jpg?v=1773903856"},{"product_id":"leonard-messel-magnolia","title":"Leonard Messel Magnolia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Leonard Messel Magnolia if you want early pink spring flowers on a manageable ornamental tree; the tradeoff is that late frosts can shorten the bloom show in some years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly spring front-yard color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink and white flower preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage to moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAreas needing screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want flowers before leaf-out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer soft pink blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for spreading branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a privacy screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays very dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate frost pockets are common.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe early pink-and-white bloom makes a strong spring statement before most trees wake up.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a moderate pace, so it fills in steadily without becoming a fast-spreading problem.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt usually needs limited pruning, but placement matters because magnolias do not like being crowded or hacked back.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt works in many residential yards, but it still needs room for its natural branching shape.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is grown for spring flowers, not dense coverage or privacy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Leonard Messel where early bloom matters and the planting area has room for a spreading ornamental tree. Give it consistent soil moisture and avoid tight corners where branches will be crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, rounded, multi-stem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill frost ruin the flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA hard late frost can brown open blooms, so avoid low frost pockets when possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery little; remove damaged or crossing branches, but let the natural shape develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good near a patio?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if the site has enough room and the soil does not dry out badly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"20\" AGFB - 4-5' tall","offer_id":42374172049493,"sku":"PGNE-22123","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20\" AGFB - 5-6' tall","offer_id":42631175307349,"sku":"PGNE-22124","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20\" AGFB - 3-4' tall","offer_id":42776181735509,"sku":"PGNE-22253","price":133.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J377-10_a64578cc-615e-42d4-a432-9b91b60c5aa9.jpg?v=1773903858"},{"product_id":"royal-raindrops-flowering-crab","title":"Royal Raindrops® Flowering Crab","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Royal Raindrops® Flowering Crab if you want purple foliage, spring bloom, and fall fruit in one ornamental tree; the tradeoff is fruit cleanup and little screening value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard focal points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple foliage contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly ornamental planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed ornamental beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean pavement areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow foundation strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-deer sites without protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want dark foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like spring flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can allow fruit drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a clean patio tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need privacy screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike ornamental fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe dark cutleaf foliage, bright spring bloom, and red fruit give it strong presence without needing a large canopy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady pace, but it is not a quick shade tree.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisease resistance helps, but fruit drop and occasional pruning still need to be part of the plan.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential beds, but it still needs room for its rounded canopy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is an ornamental tree, not a privacy plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend this as a visible specimen, not a utility tree; 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avoid heavy shaping unless needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill the purple foliage hold color?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is grown for purple foliage that carries through the season better than many flowering trees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1-1.25\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42223693463637,"sku":"PGNE-22183","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631199850581,"sku":"PGNE-22184","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.5-2\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631199883349,"sku":"PGNE-22185","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (12-14' tall)","offer_id":42631199916117,"sku":"PGNE-22186","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L646-07.jpg?v=1773903862"},{"product_id":"sugar-tyme-flowering-crab","title":"Sugar Tyme Flowering Crab","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Sugar Tyme Flowering Crab if you want a tidy spring-flowering tree with strong disease resistance and winter fruit. 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Keep it out of cramped beds, and do not plant it where fruit drop will annoy you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, oval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it make a mess?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome fruit eventually drops or gets taken by birds, so avoid tight walkways and patios if that bothers you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need spraying?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually not for routine disease control; its main value is cleaner foliage than many older crabapples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for pollinators and birds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, spring flowers support pollinators and the small red fruit can feed birds into cold weather.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42277375541333,"sku":"PGNE-22212","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631198802005,"sku":"PGNE-22213","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631198834773,"sku":"PGNE-22214","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631198867541,"sku":"PGNE-22215","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J070-23.jpg?v=1773903866"},{"product_id":"thundercloud-plum","title":"Thundercloud Plum","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Thundercloud Plum if you want spring flowers plus dark purple foliage in one small ornamental tree; the tradeoff is it needs good placement, since deer browse and tight spaces can be real issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard accent planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple foliage contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring flower display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen lawn or island beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer routes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery narrow foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, neglected sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want purple foliage all season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a rounded canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can water during dry spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed heavily near the planting site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow upright tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spot stays dry or compacted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe flower show is brief, but the purple foliage gives it strong presence through the growing season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt establishes a canopy quickly compared with many ornamental trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on watering during dry periods and pruning for structure while the tree is young.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can work in smaller landscapes, but only if the canopy has room to spread.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives seasonal cover, but it is better used as an accent than a privacy screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Thundercloud where the purple canopy can stand on its own, not squeezed into a foundation line or used as the only screening plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it keep purple leaves all season?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, that is the main reason to choose this tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a good privacy tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot as the main screen; use it more as an accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer bother it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey can, so protect it in areas with regular deer feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42223697559637,"sku":"PGNE-22222","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631198670933,"sku":"PGNE-22223","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631198703701,"sku":"PGNE-22224","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631198736469,"sku":"PGNE-22225","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/A094-16_1304296c-ad40-4b48-8d7e-f55e8d0bcd08.jpg?v=1773903952"},{"product_id":"pink-flair-sargent-cherry","title":"Pink Flair® Cherry","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Pink Flair® Cherry if you want a narrow flowering cherry for a sunny front yard, driveway edge, or street planting. 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tall)","offer_id":42631198474325,"sku":"PGNE-22156","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631198507093,"sku":"PGNE-22157","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J633-22_9ce9c6d4-74c4-454a-bd24-dfa812a80789.jpg?v=1773903954"},{"product_id":"snow-fountains-yoshino-cherry","title":"Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Snow Fountains Yoshino Cherry for a small front-yard focal point with white spring bloom; the tradeoff is that it is ornamental, not a shade tree or privacy plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront entries and walkway beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall lawn focal points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring bloom without heavy shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal or simple plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy shade locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-traffic narrow paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a compact weeping cherry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite spring flowers are the priority.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for arching branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need summer-long flower color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a shade tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrainage stays soggy after rain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe weeping shape and spring bloom give it a clear focal-point role without taking over the yard.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady pace, so it fills in reasonably without becoming a fast problem.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on light pruning to keep the weeping form clean and branches off walkways.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is one of the better cherry options when you want weeping form without a large canopy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is too open and ornamental to work as a real screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically place this where it can be seen up close, not buried in a mixed border, because the shape is the main reason to buy it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeeping, cascading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, light pruning helps keep the weeping branches tidy and away from paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good near a patio?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you leave room for the branches to drape naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it provide privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, choose a denser tree or shrub if screening is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"1-1.25\" caliper (5-6' tall)","offer_id":42277339824213,"sku":"PGNE-22203","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.5-2\" caliper (5-6' tall)","offer_id":42631198310485,"sku":"PGNE-22205","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.25-1.5\" caliper (5-6' tall)","offer_id":42631198343253,"sku":"PGNE-22204","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-2.5\" caliper (5-6' tall)","offer_id":42631198376021,"sku":"PGNE-22206","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J466-16_38a368e2-1116-4f46-994e-a9d09e834be2.jpg?v=1773903956"},{"product_id":"japanese-stewartia","title":"Japanese Stewartia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Japanese Stewartia if you want a specimen tree with summer white flowers, clean branching, and bark interest; the tradeoff is slower payoff and a need for steady moisture, especially while it settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard specimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodland-edge beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomeowners wanting summer bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSites with consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, exposed planting beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer pressure without protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a specimen, not a screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can water during dry spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer subtle flowers over loud color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need quick privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil dries out often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer pressure is heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives a refined focal point through flowers, form, and bark, but it is quieter than a crabapple or cherry in bloom.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a moderate pace, so buy it for long-term structure rather than instant size.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is not fussy once established, but young trees need even watering and thoughtful placement.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can work in a generous bed, but cramped foundation spots will become a problem.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is a specimen tree, not a privacy screen or boundary plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd 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the flowers hang beneath the branches, so they are easier to appreciate near a walk, patio, or entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, spreading, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this mainly for flowers or foliage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy it mainly for the dark foliage; the white flowers are a nice early-summer bonus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it work near a house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you give it enough room to keep its natural layered shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need special soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt does best in soil that holds some moisture but still drains.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42223700869205,"sku":"PGNE-22085","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631197491285,"sku":"PGNE-22086","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631197524053,"sku":"PGNE-22087","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631197556821,"sku":"PGNE-22088","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F833-21.jpg?v=1773904047"},{"product_id":"ivory-silk-japanese-tree-lilac","title":"Ivory Silk® Tree Lilac","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Ivory Silk® Tree Lilac if you want a tough small flowering tree with early-summer white bloom after spring trees are done; the tradeoff is a plainer look outside bloom compared with maples or dogwoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront yards needing a tidy tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreet-side or driveway planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate flowering after spring bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-sun residential landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShady sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong floral display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want flowers after spring trees finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a clean upright shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a durable full-sun tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need strong fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want months of bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have heavy deer pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt has a strong early-summer bloom window, but it is quieter the rest of the season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt develops at a useful pace without becoming an overly aggressive yard tree.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnce established, it usually needs little more than sensible watering and occasional shaping.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential yards, but it still needs room away from walks, walls, and rooflines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is an ornamental tree, not a privacy screen or dense barrier plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Ivory Silk® Tree Lilac for customers who want a dependable small tree more than a high-drama specimen. Give it sun, space, and don’t expect it to carry the whole landscape after bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3a-7b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, oval, dense\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it smell like a lilac?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the flower clusters are fragrant, though the display is shorter than shrub lilacs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good near a driveway?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if it has enough room and full sun; it handles tougher urban-style spots well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need heavy pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, just remove crossing, damaged, or poorly placed branches as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#15 - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42413922254933,"sku":"PGNE-22104","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.25-1.5caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631184154709,"sku":"PGNE-22105","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631184187477,"sku":"PGNE-22106","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631184220245,"sku":"PGNE-22107","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F257-06_b22f3127-17e3-4269-b5ec-059a2edafb35.jpg?v=1773904052"},{"product_id":"autumn-brilliance-serviceberry","title":"Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry if you want a native ornamental tree with spring flowers, berries, and strong fall color. The tradeoff: birds love the fruit, so expect some berry drop near patios, walks, or cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative-style front yard trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBird-friendly plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft screening near property lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal color without a large canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean pavement areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery dry exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a native ornamental tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like birds and seasonal change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a spreading form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need an evergreen screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit drop will bother you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bed is narrow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives you spring bloom, summer berries, fall color, and smooth bark without feeling too heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady pace, but it is not the tree to buy for instant size.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on light shaping and some berry cleanup if it is planted near hard surfaces.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential landscapes, but the spreading habit needs breathing room.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can soften a view in season, but it will not block like a dense evergreen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for homeowners who want one small ornamental tree to do several jobs, as long as it is not planted where fruit drop becomes a daily cleanup issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-9a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, multi-stem, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the berries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but birds usually get to them quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it better as single-stem or multi-stem?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMulti-stem looks more natural; 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space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need privacy screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike seasonal cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site stays soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe weeping form and spring bloom make it a strong focal tree where it has room to stand alone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a useful pace for a specimen tree without becoming a fast, hard-to-control plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on light pruning for shape, cleanup after bloom and leaf drop, and attention to watering while it establishes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can work in a smaller yard, but not in a narrow bed or tight spot against the house.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a specimen tree, not a privacy plant, and it drops its leaves in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend this where the tree can be viewed from the house or street, not tucked into a mixed border where the weeping shape gets lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeeping, cascading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, light pruning helps keep the weeping shape clean and removes crossing or damaged branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good near a patio?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if there is enough open soil and clearance for the canopy to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill 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small tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer simple pink flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need summer-long color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a privacy plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe early pink bloom gives this tree strong seasonal presence before most other ornamentals have started.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady pace, so it will not give instant structure but should not feel stalled.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on good siting, watering during establishment, and occasional pruning rather than heavy annual work.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential yards but 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view?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, use a screening plant instead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42407098843221,"sku":"PGNE-22144","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631197130837,"sku":"PGNE-22145","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631197163605,"sku":"PGNE-22146","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 AGFB - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631197196373,"sku":"PGNE-22147","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J372-20.jpg?v=1776273634"},{"product_id":"dakota-pinnacle-birch","title":"Dakota Pinnacle Birch","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Dakota Pinnacle Birch if you want the white-bark 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The tradeoff: it still wants decent soil moisture and good light, so skip it for hot, dry, compacted spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow property-line screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite-bark vertical accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist, well-drained planting areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomes needing height without spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, compacted roadside edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder utility wires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall courtyards needing low height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a narrow birch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need upright screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil holds some moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site dries out hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a short tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverhead wires are nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe white bark and upright shape give strong structure without taking over the bed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fills in at a useful pace, but it is not an instant wall.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts improved borer resistance helps, but birches still do best when watered during dry stretches.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe tight upright form works well where a rounded shade tree would crowd the space.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives height and filtered privacy, though it will not block like an evergreen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for customers who want birch character without using a wide, multi-stem tree. Give it room above and avoid harsh, dry planting strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3a-7b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, narrow, columnar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it better than standard white birch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it was selected for improved resistance to bronze birch borer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it make a solid privacy wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it gives height and screening, but it is not a dense evergreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery little; protect the central leader and remove damaged branches as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"1-1.5\" caliper (6-7' tree)","offer_id":42407105331285,"sku":"PGNE-22068","price":200.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5-2\" caliper (7-8' tree)","offer_id":42631196966997,"sku":"PGNE-22069","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-2.5\" caliper (8-10' tree)","offer_id":42631196999765,"sku":"PGNE-22070","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5-3\" caliper (10-12'tree)","offer_id":42631197032533,"sku":"PGNE-22071","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F225-24.jpg?v=1776274029"},{"product_id":"kwanzan-cherry","title":"Kwanzan Cherry","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Kwanzan Cherry if you want a heavy pink spring flower show and have open space for a broad canopy. The tradeoff: after bloom, it settles into a green ornamental tree with normal cherry cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen front lawns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway entries with room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring color as the main goal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded ornamental canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow side yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance-only landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want heavy pink spring bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room around the canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like classic flowering cherries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need four-season ornamental value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a narrow planting strip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou cannot manage cherry cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe heavy pink bloom is the main reason to plant it, but the show is concentrated in spring.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fills in at a useful pace without being the right choice for instant privacy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on cleanup after bloom and occasional pruning to keep the branch structure tidy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt needs breathing room, so it is a poor fit for tight beds or narrow side yards.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is planted for flowers and form, not for dependable privacy screening.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Kwanzan Cherry where the customer has open lawn space and wants spring flowers more than screening, fall color, or a compact tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, vase-shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it make cherries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot in a useful edible way; plant this one for flowers, not harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome petal, leaf, and twig cleanup is normal, especially after bloom and in fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive it open space away from roofs, walks, drive edges, and tight foundation beds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#15 - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42437605294165,"sku":"PGNE-22119","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#15 - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631196868693,"sku":"PGNE-22120","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631196901461,"sku":"PGNE-22121","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631196934229,"sku":"PGNE-22122","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L596-14.jpg?v=1776423233"},{"product_id":"cherokee-brave-dogwood-tree","title":"Cherokee Brave Dogwood Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Cherokee Brave Dogwood if you want a red-flowering dogwood as a front-yard focal tree. 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breathing room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a small ornamental tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need evergreen screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse heavily nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe red spring bracts and layered branching give it strong focal value without overwhelming a yard.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth 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Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, spreading, layered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a good front-yard tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you have room for its spreading shape and do not need shade or privacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can handle sun or part sun, but avoid hot, dry, reflected-heat spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it 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The tradeoff: it is not the easiest dogwood for wet soil, tight spaces, or heavy deer pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard specimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed spring flower color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight understory locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional layered dogwood shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet or compacted soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer browse without protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow foundation strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want red spring bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like classic dogwood branching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a spreading canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed heavily in your yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe red spring bloom and layered branching give it strong focal value before most trees leaf out.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady pace, so you get structure without constant correction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt needs sensible siting, airflow, and cleanup like most flowering dogwoods in New England.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many front-yard and understory placements, but it still needs room to spread.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is grown for flowers and branching, not privacy or year-round coverage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Cherokee Chief where the customer wants a true ornamental focal tree, not a utility tree. Give it good placement first; this is not the plant to force into a wet, cramped corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, spreading, layered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Cherokee Chief Dogwood native?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a cultivated selection of flowering dogwood, which is native to the eastern United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it bloom in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can take some shade, but better light and airflow usually mean better flowering and a healthier canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need much pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot much; remove dead or crossing branches and let the natural layered shape develop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#15 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42411750752341,"sku":"PGNE-22055","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#15 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631196803157,"sku":"PGNE-22056","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J944-18.jpg?v=1776433179"},{"product_id":"kousa-dogwood","title":"Kousa Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Kousa Dogwood if you want a dependable flowering tree with bark, fruit, and fall color; the tradeoff is that it flowers after leaf-out and needs room to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront yards with room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLater spring flower display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisease-conscious dogwood shoppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered ornamental planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow driveway strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer feeding areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a tougher dogwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like flowers after spring rush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed heavily nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report 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drained soil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can work in a modest yard, but not in a tight bed close to walks, walls, or the house.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is an ornamental tree, not a privacy screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Kousa Dogwood 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layered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower like a native dogwood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot exactly; it blooms later, after the leaves are out, with a different layered look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it hard to care for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, if it has decent drainage and enough space for its canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant it near the house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but give it room; do not squeeze it tight against the foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#7 3\/4\"-1\" caliper (5-6' tall)","offer_id":42411762614357,"sku":"PGNE-22116","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#15 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42631180255317,"sku":"PGNE-22115","price":200.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F637-18.jpg?v=1776434003"},{"product_id":"appalachian-red-redbud","title":"Appalachian Red Redbud","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Appalachian Red Redbud if you want the reddest spring flower display among redbuds; the tradeoff is that it is a specimen tree, not a screen or shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard spring color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller ornamental tree spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen beds near patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-aware plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet soil areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want true red spring flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a smaller ornamental tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a natural branching shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need summer privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a narrow upright tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe early red bloom makes a clear focal point before most trees leaf out.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a useful pace without quickly overwhelming a normal residential bed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on light structural pruning while young, then mostly cleanup and occasional shaping.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many home landscapes, but the spreading form still needs room to develop.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a flowering accent tree, not a plant for blocking views.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for a visible 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rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the flower really red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is deeper and redder than a standard redbud bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it work near the house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you give the canopy room and avoid tight foundation spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt performs best with good light, but it can handle some shade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tree)","offer_id":42413707460693,"sku":"PGNE-22017","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tree)","offer_id":42631196508245,"sku":"PGNE-22018","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' 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display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen lawn or bed space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery narrow planting strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want purple foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want spring flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have open space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need year-round screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranches would crowd walkways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report 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when young and avoid planting where branches will need constant cutting back.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential beds, but it is still a tree and not a plant for tight corners or narrow strips.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can add seasonal cover, but it is not dense enough to replace a true privacy screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for a visible front-yard or patio-area planting where the dark foliage has room to stand out and the canopy will not interfere with paths, siding, or windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the foliage stay dark?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is grown for dark burgundy-purple foliage, though color can shift some with light and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good near the house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if you give it enough clearance; do not tuck it into a tight foundation spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need heavy pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, but young trees benefit from selective pruning to build a clean structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' 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tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed heavily in your yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a privacy screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe white spring bloom and layered branching give it strong focal value without feeling oversized.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady 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Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is an ornamental tree, not a privacy plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Appalachian Mist for a protected front yard or understory spot where the branching can spread naturally and the roots are not sitting in wet soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 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give it protected placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow upright tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a no-pruning screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe white spring bloom and layered branching give it strong presence without looking oversized.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a steady pace, but it is not the tree to buy for instant size.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImproved disease resistance helps, but good siting and airflow still matter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt works in a moderate planting area, but the spreading habit needs room.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is an ornamental tree, not a privacy screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Appalachian Snow for a protected front-yard or woodland-edge spot where the customer wants real dogwood character without choosing the most disease-prone option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness 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The tradeoff: it belongs in a protected, well-drained spot, not a hot, exposed yard edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard specimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtected courtyard or entry beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered ornamental borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomes wanting foliage color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot, exposed planting strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet or compacted soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScreening or privacy jobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want foliage color after bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a sheltered planting spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a refined specimen tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a privacy screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse your yard heavily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe variegated leaves and pink spring flowers give it strong presence without needing a large footprint.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a moderate pace, so it is not instant shade but also will not overwhelm a bed quickly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt needs good siting, mulch, and sensible watering, especially while establishing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fits many residential beds, but its spreading shape still needs room to develop naturally.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is an ornamental focal tree, not a dense privacy plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Cherokee Sunset as a specimen near an entry, patio, or front bed where it gets protection and can be viewed up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness 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Flowering Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Powell’s Peach Flowering Dogwood if you want a soft peach-pink spring focal tree with classic dogwood branching. 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spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can site it carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse heavily nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe warm bloom color and layered form make it a strong focal tree without feeling loud.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows steadily, but it is a long-term ornamental tree rather than a quick filler.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is manageable when planted well, but dogwoods do not appreciate poor drainage or rough siting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can work in a thoughtful small landscape, but the spreading habit needs breathing room.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is grown for flowers and form, not for blocking views.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for a visible spot with protected exposure and decent drainage, not as a utility tree or screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, spreading, layered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the flower color really peach?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but expect a soft peach-blush tone, not bright orange or deep pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant it near the house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if there is enough room for the canopy to spread without crowding the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it hard to grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot if the site drains well and is protected from harsh exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#15 - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42413784596565,"sku":"PGNE-22162","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631192576085,"sku":"PGNE-22163","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631192608853,"sku":"PGNE-22164","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631192641621,"sku":"PGNE-22165","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/G009-07_985e77b8-8c71-4717-98be-180afc814bd6.jpg?v=1776518222"},{"product_id":"scarlet-fire-flowering-dogwood","title":"Scarlet Fire® Flowering Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Scarlet Fire® Flowering Dogwood if you want a dogwood with stronger pink-red spring color and better durability than many traditional flowering dogwoods. The tradeoff: it still needs a thoughtful, open planting spot, not a cramped bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-yard specimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed-toned spring flower color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen lawn or island beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDogwood lovers wanting better durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, compacted soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer traffic without protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want red-toned dogwood flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a specimen tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer dogwood durability over tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a privacy screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse every young tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe deep pink-red bloom gives the tree a clear spring focal point without needing a huge yard.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a moderate pace, so expect steady development rather than quick size.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid durability helps, but it still benefits from good siting, mulch, and watering while establishing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can work in a moderate yard, but it is not a narrow-bed or walkway tree.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a specimen tree, not a privacy screen or winter blocker.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we’d typically place Scarlet Fire where the spring flower color can stand alone, not crowded into a foundation bed. Give it air movement and avoid wet, compacted soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, spreading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a true red dogwood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect deep pink to red bracts, not a flat paint-red flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it tougher than older dogwoods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt was bred for improved disease resistance, but good siting still matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it handle some shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, some shade is fine, especially if the site is open and well drained.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#15 - 1-1.25\" caliper (6-7' tall)","offer_id":42413792821333,"sku":"PGNE-22198","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 - 1.25-1.5\" caliper (7-8' tall)","offer_id":42631192412245,"sku":"PGNE-22199","price":220.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 - 1.5-2\" caliper (8-10' tall)","offer_id":42631192445013,"sku":"PGNE-22200","price":267.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 - 2-2.5\" caliper (10-12' tall)","offer_id":42631192477781,"sku":"PGNE-22201","price":334.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L374-20.jpg?v=1776520022"},{"product_id":"royal-star-magnolia","title":"Royal Star Magnolia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Royal Star Magnolia if you want a small spring-flowering focal tree near a patio, entry, or front bed. 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it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts compact rounded habit works well in tighter beds if you leave room for spread.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is an ornamental specimen tree, not a privacy plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically place Royal Star where the spring flowers can be enjoyed up close, but not in the coldest low spot on the property.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, multi-stem, spreading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it flower when young?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually yes; Royal Star is known for blooming earlier in life than many magnolias.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan frost damage the flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, open blooms can brown after a hard spring freeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need much pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo; prune lightly after flowering only to shape or remove problem branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#10 AGFB - 2-3' tall MS","offer_id":42656320159829,"sku":"PGNE-22187","price":133.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#10 AGFB - 3-4' tall MS","offer_id":42776181702741,"sku":"PGNE-22252","price":166.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F170-17.jpg?v=1777035270"},{"product_id":"butterflies-magnolia","title":"Butterflies Magnolia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Butterflies Magnolia if you want a tidy spring focal tree with yellow flowers, not another pink or white bloomer. The tradeoff: early magnolia flowers can be bothered by late New England frosts, especially in exposed sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront yard focal planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow spring flower color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtected residential beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardeners wanting upright form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindy, exposed hilltops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want yellow spring flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a small tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can offer some wind protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate frost ruins spring bloom for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feeding is intense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site stays soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe yellow spring bloom gives it strong focal value before most trees leaf out.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a useful pace without becoming a fast shade-tree problem.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt needs good placement more than regular pruning, but flower buds can take weather damage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe upright habit fits many residential yards, but it still needs breathing room.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is grown for flowers and form, not for privacy or year-round cover.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically place Butterflies Magnolia where it gets sun, decent air movement, and some protection from harsh wind, not in a cold pocket where early buds are more exposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, pyramidal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it bloom every spring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually, but late frost can damage open flowers or swelling buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery little; prune only for damaged or crossing branches after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it go near the house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you allow enough space for the mature canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#20 AGFB - 4-5' tall","offer_id":42656319635541,"sku":"PGNE-22045","price":200.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/I198-06.jpg?v=1778236114"},{"product_id":"purple-spire-columnar-crabapple","title":"Purple Spire® Crabapple","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Purple Spire® Crabapple when you need a narrow flowering tree with dark foliage for a tight line or entrance. The tradeoff: it is not evergreen, so screen value drops after leaf fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow side yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway or entry accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal color with upright form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed ornamental screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-season privacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer pressure without protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need height without much spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want purple foliage, not green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like spring flowers and small fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need evergreen screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike fruit drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed heavily in your yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe upright shape, pink bloom, dark foliage, and fruit give it more presence than most narrow ornamental trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt grows at a useful pace, but it will not give instant screening the way a larger evergreen can.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on light pruning, cleanup from fruit, and basic monitoring for common crabapple issues.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts narrow habit makes it a strong fit where a round or spreading flowering tree would crowd walks, drives, or fences.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt can soften views during the growing season, but it is deciduous and not the answer for winter privacy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we would use this as a tight-space ornamental first and a screen second. If winter privacy matters, pair it with evergreens instead of relying on it alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3a-8a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, narrow columnar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it make fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it produces small ornamental crabapples that can attract wildlife and may create some cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant it along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, that is one of its better uses, as long as it has room for air movement and maintenance access.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a privacy tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly seasonally; it narrows and softens a view but does not block like an evergreen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#10 Trade","offer_id":42656318029909,"sku":"PGNE-22171","price":200.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/H336-10.jpg?v=1781869839"},{"product_id":"tiger-eyes-cutleaf-staghorn-sumac","title":"Tiger Eyes® Sumac","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Tiger Eyes® Sumac if you want bold gold foliage in a sunny, tougher spot; the tradeoff is that it can spread, so it needs room and occasional editing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003caside class=\"pgne-recommendation\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunny color focal points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer planting areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative-style borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-resistant plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight formal foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet soil areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall spaces needing strict shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-pruning landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want foliage color, not flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a spreading habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tougher sunny-site plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tidy clipped look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bed is narrow or crowded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike removing suckers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePGNE Report Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscape Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cutleaf gold foliage gives strong color and texture without depending on flowers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt fills in faster than many ornamental small trees, but that speed can mean occasional editing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan on removing unwanted shoots and pruning out older stems as the plant matures.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts spreading nature makes it a poor match for tight beds or narrow walkways.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt adds seasonal mass and color, but it is not the right plant for a dense privacy screen.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt PGNE, we'd typically recommend Tiger Eyes® Sumac for open beds where its shape can loosen up naturally, not for tight front-entry plantings that need crisp edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3a-8a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, spreading, suckering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it can send up shoots, so give it space and remove extras early.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good near a house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if the bed is wide enough and you are willing to manage its spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the color reliable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe best foliage color comes with strong light and good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#7 - 24-30\"","offer_id":42656317931605,"sku":"PGNE-22226","price":66.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J100-08.jpg?v=1781868784"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/collections\/J466-16_38a368e2-1116-4f46-994e-a9d09e834be2.jpg?v=1785770222","url":"https:\/\/www.progrowersne.com\/collections\/fall-sale-ornamental-trees.oembed","provider":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}