{"title":"Shrubs","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover dependable shrubs selected for New England landscapes. From colorful flowering varieties and hydrangeas to evergreen foundation plants and privacy shrubs, this collection offers versatile options for borders, hedges, specimen plantings, and year-round structure. Shop hardy, attractive shrubs suited for sun, shade, and a wide range of landscape conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kaleidoscope-abelia","title":"Kaleidoscope® Abelia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Kaleidoscope® Abelia for a front foundation or mixed border where foliage color matters more than big flowers. The tradeoff is winter hardiness: in colder inland NH or ME, choose a tougher shrub.\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 foundations with good drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor-focused mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-browsed suburban plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarmer, protected New England sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold inland NH or ME exposures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, heavy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal hedges needing height\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 foliage color first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tidy border shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse is a concern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site gets harsh winter wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a privacy screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe soil 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 variegated foliage does most of the work, with white flowers adding a softer finish later in 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 fills in at a reasonable pace, but it is not the shrub to buy for instant 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\u003eIt usually needs light shaping rather than heavy pruning, as long as it is not forced into a tight formal hedge.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact habit fits well near entries, walks, and smaller planting beds without constant cutting back.\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 not built for privacy or property-line screening, so use it where color matters more than 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 Kaleidoscope® Abelia for protected foundation beds, not exposed winter corners. Give it decent drainage and avoid treating it like a hedge.\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\u003e2 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 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\u003e5.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efull sun to partial 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, mounding, arching\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?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it has white flowers, but the foliage is the main reason to plant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill the color hold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor is best with brighter exposure; too much shade can dull the variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer eat it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has good deer resistance, but no shrub is ignored under every condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"15-18 in","offer_id":42223679864917,"sku":"PGNE-31111","price":7.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"24-30 in","offer_id":42631104233557,"sku":"PGNE-31112","price":26.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/H131-14.jpg?v=1773903518"},{"product_id":"bottlebrush-buckeye","title":"Bottlebrush Buckeye","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Bottlebrush Buckeye if you have room in a shaded or partly shaded bed and want a native shrub with big midsummer bloom. The tradeoff is size: it spreads into a colony, so it is not for tight foundation planting.\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\u003eLarge shaded borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodland edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow walkways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnprotected heavy deer 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 large native shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for spreading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need midsummer flowers in shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a compact plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a tidy hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse heavily without protection.\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 large leaves and upright flower spikes give it real presence in broad beds and woodland-style plantings.\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 steady pace but should not be treated as an instant screen.\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\u003eRoutine care is simple, but the spreading habit needs space or occasional control.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis shrub gets broad and colony-forming, so it is a poor fit for tight beds.\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 mass, but it is deciduous and not dense enough for dependable 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 Bottlebrush Buckeye for the back of a large shaded bed, not as a front-yard foundation shrub. Give it room from the start and let the shape stay natural.\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 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5 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\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\u003eRounded, suckering, 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 spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, gradually; that is useful in naturalized areas but a problem in tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is one of the better large shrubs for bloom in partly shaded sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I prune it into shape?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, use light cleanup only and avoid forcing it into a formal shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656328646741,"sku":"PGNE-31033","price":66.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748515876949,"sku":"PGNE-31033-04","price":253.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748552740949,"sku":"PGNE-31033-10","price":600.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748552773717,"sku":"PGNE-31033-20","price":1134.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J102-09_cae5d3e7-0be3-4d08-952a-9b2cc894515c.jpg?v=1773903553"},{"product_id":"regent-saskatoon","title":"Regent Saskatoon","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Regent Saskatoon if you want a compact edible shrub with spring flowers and June berries; the main tradeoff is that fruiting is better in open light, not tucked into a shaded, wet spot.\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\u003eEdible landscape beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall fruit gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo-harvest landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want edible June berries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like spring bloom plus fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a compact fruiting shrub.\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\u003eYou need winter privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike harvesting 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\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives useful spring bloom and fruit, but it is quieter after berry season than many ornamental shrubs.\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 settles in at a moderate pace rather than filling a space immediately.\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 basic pruning and harvesting, but it is not a fussy shrub when sited well.\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\u003eThis isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer 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 compact habit makes it easier to place than larger serviceberry types.\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 density, but it is deciduous and not the right pick 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 Regent where a homeowner wants one compact shrub to pull double duty: spring bloom and usable fruit. Give it open light and avoid wet, cramped planting areas.\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\u003e4 to 6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 to 6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2a-7b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 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\u003eMedium; well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompact, multi-stemmed shrub or small tree\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, they are used fresh, in pies, and in jams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill birds take the fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, birds like the berries, so harvest promptly if you want them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it mainly ornamental or edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth, but we would choose it only if you value the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656328515669,"sku":"PGNE-31176","price":66.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748550053973,"sku":"PGNE-31176-04","price":253.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748550086741,"sku":"PGNE-31176-10","price":600.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748550119509,"sku":"PGNE-31176-20","price":1134.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F479-12_bfb2c65f-1827-4cd6-8432-2c350860e1f9.jpg?v=1773903558"},{"product_id":"massachusetts-bearberry","title":"Massachusetts Bearberry","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Massachusetts Bearberry for a dry, sandy slope or native groundcover where turf struggles; the tradeoff is patience, because it fills in steadily rather than giving instant cover.\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\u003eDry sandy slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative groundcover plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal-style beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLean, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet clay pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick coverage needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy foot traffic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need erosion help on lean soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want native evergreen groundcover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can wait for coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need fast full coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a taller shrub.\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 gives a low native carpet with spring flowers and red berries, but it will not read strongly from a distance.\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 spreads steadily, but customers should plan for gradual coverage rather than an instant filled-in bed.\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 needs little pruning and handles lean soil, but weed control matters while it fills in.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 low habit works well in tight strips, slopes, and edges as long as drainage is good.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a groundcover, not a privacy or screening 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 where drainage is sharp and competition is low; prepare the area well, because early weed pressure is what makes bearberry look uneven.\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\u003e0.75 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2a-6a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 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\u003eSpreading, mat-forming groundcover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in poor sandy soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, that is one of its better uses once roots are established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need rich soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo; rich, wet soil can work against it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it stop erosion right away?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo; use mulch or erosion fabric while it roots and fills in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#1 \/ Single","offer_id":42630464798805,"sku":"PGNE-31128","price":14.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18 in \/ Single","offer_id":42631114653781,"sku":"PGNE-31129","price":29.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748522561621,"sku":"PGNE-31128-04","price":54.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748522594389,"sku":"PGNE-31128-10","price":128.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748522627157,"sku":"PGNE-31128-20","price":242.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18 in \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748522659925,"sku":"PGNE-31129-04","price":111.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18 in \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748522692693,"sku":"PGNE-31129-10","price":263.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18 in \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748556705877,"sku":"PGNE-31129-20","price":497.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J629-03.jpg?v=1773903565"},{"product_id":"autumn-magic-black-chokeberry","title":"Autumn Magic Black Chokeberry","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Autumn Magic Black Chokeberry if you want a tough shrub for wet-to-average soil, berries, and strong fall color. Main tradeoff: it can sucker, so it suits naturalized beds better than tight foundation lines.\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\u003eNaturalized borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain garden edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery tight foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry sites without watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fall color and berries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil runs damp at times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can allow some spreading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow, tidy shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike suckering plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want evergreen 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\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt earns its keep with spring flowers, dark berries, and strong fall color without looking fussy.\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 steady pace, especially when planted in a group rather than as one lone shrub.\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\u003eRoutine pruning is light, but suckers may need attention if you want a contained outline.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 beds only if you have room for its spreading habit.\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 cover, but it is deciduous and not dense enough for 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 mixed borders, wetter edges, and naturalized groupings, not for customers trying to keep every shrub clipped into a tight shape.\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\u003e3-6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-7 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-5 ft on center\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\u003eMedium moisture; well-drained soils; tolerates boggy soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-stemmed deciduous shrub with an upright-spreading habit; suckering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it can sucker, which is useful for massing but annoying in tight beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the berries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but they are very tart, so most homeowners leave them for birds or use them in preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need another chokeberry for fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, but planting in groups usually gives a better berry display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656328319061,"sku":"PGNE-31010","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748542451797,"sku":"PGNE-31010-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748542484565,"sku":"PGNE-31010-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748542517333,"sku":"PGNE-31010-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F382-17_e4a66485-375c-4ece-bf7d-672bf5bae6aa.jpg?v=1773903568"},{"product_id":"low-scape-mound-aronia","title":"Low Scape Mound® Aronia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Low Scape Mound® Aronia for a compact native-derived shrub that covers bed edges, slopes, and tough moisture swings. The tradeoff: it stays low, so it will not give privacy or strong winter structure.\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\u003eBed edges and low massing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlopes and rain-garden edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator-friendly spring flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall color without height\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\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong evergreen winter structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh-eating berry crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a low, spreading shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil moisture changes through the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall color matters more than flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a hedge above window height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want evergreen coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike occasional 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\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring flowers, dark fruit, and red fall color read best in groups rather than as one plant.\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 steady pace but is not the fastest way to cover a large bare area.\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 only cleanup pruning and removal of any unwanted suckers.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact habit makes it easy to use near walks, fronts of beds, and foundation edges.\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 stays too low and open in winter to function as 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 planting it in groups where you want a low, durable shrub layer, not as a stand-alone specimen. Give it room to knit together and do any shaping after spring flowering.\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\u003e2 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 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\u003e2 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003edry to wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow, mounding, 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 need wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It handles changing moisture, but water regularly the first season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the berries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are chokeberries: useful for wildlife and processing, but too astringent for most fresh eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer leave it alone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot always. If deer feed heavily in your yard, plan protection while it gets established.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656328253525,"sku":"PGNE-31120","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748521414741,"sku":"PGNE-31120-04","price":168.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748553265237,"sku":"PGNE-31120-10","price":398.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748553298005,"sku":"PGNE-31120-20","price":752.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J526-07_cacc21f4-517d-4493-8806-89d280cc6673.jpg?v=1773903571"},{"product_id":"viking-chokeberry","title":"Viking Chokeberry","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Viking Chokeberry for a naturalized shrub mass with spring flowers, black fruit, and red fall color. The tradeoff is suckering: it fills space well, but it is not the right fit for a tight, formal 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\u003eNaturalized shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet-to-average garden soils\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\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo-spread maintenance expectations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry sites without watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a spreading shrub mass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like fruit and fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for suckers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tight outline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike removing suckers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want evergreen 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\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives three useful seasons of interest without needing to be the main focal point.\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 establishes at a steady pace and gradually fills in by suckering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasic pruning is simple, but controlling unwanted suckers adds work in tighter beds.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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\u003eIts spreading habit makes it a better fit for open beds than small foundation pockets.\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 make a useful seasonal screen, but it drops leaves and is not dense year-round.\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 Viking Chokeberry toward open shrub borders, wet edges, and naturalized plantings rather than tight front walks or formal foundation beds.\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\u003e6–8 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 cm (about 5 ft) on center\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoist but well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuckering deciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it can sucker, which is useful for massing but annoying in tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the berries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are very tart, so most homeowners value them more for wildlife and ornamental fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a lot of pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, but remove stray suckers if you need to keep the planting contained.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656328220757,"sku":"PGNE-31216","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748531966037,"sku":"PGNE-31216-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748554412117,"sku":"PGNE-31216-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748554444885,"sku":"PGNE-31216-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/K590-15.jpg?v=1773903573"},{"product_id":"fox-valley-river-birch","title":"Fox Valley River Birch","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Fox Valley River Birch for a damp spot where you want peeling bark and a compact tree form; the tradeoff is slow growth and limited screening compared with larger shrubs.\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\u003eDamp low areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBark texture near patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact ornamental tree use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry sites without irrigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh deer-rub locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want peeling bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays damp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need compact structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need fast coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site dries hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer rub is frequent.\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 peeling bark gives it useful texture after leaves drop, especially where it can be viewed up close.\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 is a slower grower, so do not buy it for quick size or fast 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\u003eIt needs little shaping, but young plants should be watered through dry stretches until established.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact habit works better than a full-size river birch, but it still needs room to spread 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 better as a specimen or accent than as 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 this for damp edges, rain garden backbones, and naturalized plantings where bark texture matters more than flowers or fast privacy.\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 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.5 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\u003eMoist to wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, dense, dwarf shrub form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a tree or shrub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt behaves like a compact, low-branched ornamental tree rather than a clipped shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it tolerate wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is one of the better ornamental options for consistently damp ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly light cleanup is usually needed; avoid heavy shearing because it ruins the natural form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"3-4' AGFB \/ Single","offer_id":42223683108949,"sku":"PGNE-31071","price":224.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-5' AGFB \/ Single","offer_id":42631205748821,"sku":"PGNE-31072","price":276.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6' AGFB \/ Single","offer_id":42631205781589,"sku":"PGNE-31073","price":374.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-7' AGFB \/ Single","offer_id":42631205814357,"sku":"PGNE-31074","price":449.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6' AGFB \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748518203477,"sku":"PGNE-31073-04","price":1422.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-6' AGFB \/ 10 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willing to prune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-heavy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\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 rosy summer flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou plant for butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site gets limited sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike deadheading or cutback.\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 ruby-pink bloom color carries well in a sunny bed without needing a large shrub.\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 grows quickly, which helps a new planting look filled-in sooner.\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 a hard spring cutback and some deadheading if you want the tidiest 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If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want red-purple summer flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButterflies are part of the plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bed stays shaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feeding 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\u003eThe flower color carries from a distance, but the plant is quiet once bloom is over.\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 fills in quickly during the growing season, which helps new beds look settled sooner.\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 a spring cutback and occasional cleanup, but it does not need detailed pruning.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 compact habit suits smaller borders, though it still needs breathing room around paths and entries.\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\u003eUse it for flowers, not privacy, because it drops foliage and lacks winter density.\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 Miss Molly for a bright border where flower color matters more than winter structure; plan on spring pruning and give it room for summer growth.\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\u003e4.5 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The tradeoff: it needs annual pruning and won’t give much winter structure.\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\u003ePollinator beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunny mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor near patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-prone planting areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-heavy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet winter soils\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 purple bloom in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButterflies are part of the goal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune hard in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need evergreen privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site stays soggy in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need dependable deer resistance.\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 purple flowers carry a lot of summer color, but the plant has limited presence after leaf drop.\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 fills in quickly during the growing season when planted in the right light and soil.\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 a hard spring cutback, with optional spent-flower trimming if you want a tidier look.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 habit works well in tighter beds, though it still needs room for air movement.\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 deciduous and seasonal, so it should not be used for 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 Miss Violet for open, sunny beds where summer color matters more than winter structure. Give it good drainage and plan on a spring cutback before new growth pushes.\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\u003e4.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 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\u003e4.5 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, arching, 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sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade or damp soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative-only plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want big flowers on a compact plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can cut it back each spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a deer-resistant flowering shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need year-round privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour spot stays wet after rain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a no-pruning shrub.\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 flower spikes carry the show in summer, but the plant is not a major winter feature.\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 regrows strongly after spring pruning and flowers on new wood.\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 a hard spring cutback and some cleanup rather than treating it like a set-and-forget shrub.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 habit works well near walks, patios, and smaller mixed borders.\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, not a plant for privacy or 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 sunny beds where the customer wants summer bloom and accepts a spring cutback; we would not use it as the main structure in a 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\u003e2 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 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\u003e36-48 in\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 moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I cut it back?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, cut it back in spring once new growth starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it attract butterflies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the flower spikes are very attractive to adult butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a good hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, use it as a flowering accent, not a hedge or screen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327827541,"sku":"PGNE-31162","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748526133333,"sku":"PGNE-31162-04","price":168.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 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properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate-season flower color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, heavy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want compact pollinator color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune hard in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse is a concern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike seasonal dieback.\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 heads carry well in a small bed, but the plant does not contribute much during winter.\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 pushes new growth quickly after spring pruning and flowers on that fresh growth.\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 a hard spring cutback and occasional cleanup rather than shearing it like a hedge.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 habit makes it easier to place near walks, patios, and smaller foundation beds.\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 not the plant to use when you need privacy, mass, or winter 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 treating this as a spring-cutback shrub: give it a warm, bright spot, avoid wet soil, and let the new growth carry the season's flowers.\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\u003e2 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 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\u003e2 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 moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, mounding, bushy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it attract butterflies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, that is one of the main reasons to plant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I cut it back?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, cut it back in spring because it blooms on new wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, use it for flowers and pollinators, not screening.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327794773,"sku":"PGNE-31167","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 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Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunny pollinator beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall foundation gaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMailbox and walkway plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardeners who prune in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-heavy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal winter structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want summer butterfly activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small sunny space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are fine pruning yearly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spot gets little sun.\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\u003eLarge flower clusters on a compact plant give strong summer color, but it does not carry the same impact before new growth fills in.\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 regrows quickly after spring pruning and blooms on new wood.\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 cutting it back hard in spring and tidying spent flowers if you want a cleaner look.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 mounded habit fits front beds, walkway edges, and tight planting pockets.\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 low and seasonal to work as privacy or boundary 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 treating this like a tough flowering perennial: cut it back in spring, give it a warm open spot, and do not count on it for winter shape.\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\u003e24 inches (2 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-36 inches (2-3 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness 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bed; the tradeoff is that it should be cut back hard each spring and is not useful as a screen.\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\u003eSmall sunny planting beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButterfly and pollinator gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate-season flower color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-browsing areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-heavy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet soil pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want pink summer flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have limited planting space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a tall hedge.\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 flower color carries the plant, but the overall form is more garden accent than anchor shrub.\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 regrows strongly after spring pruning and flowers on new wood.\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\u003eCare is simple, but skipping the spring cutback usually gives a weaker-looking plant.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 habit fits places where larger butterfly bushes would 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The tradeoff: it is not a screen, and it should be cut back hard in spring.\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\u003eSmall sunny pollinator beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite-flowering summer color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-of-border shrub planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-browsing areas\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\u003eShade-heavy beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want white summer flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou plant for butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can cut back in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spot stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike spring cutbacks.\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 white flowers show well in summer without taking over a small planting.\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 regrows strongly after spring pruning and blooms on new wood.\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\u003eCare is simple, but it does need a hard spring cutback to look right.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 habit makes it easier to place than older, rangier butterfly bushes.\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 deciduous, compact, and cut back often, so it should not be used 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 this for sunny foundation edges, mailbox beds, and pollinator plantings where a compact shrub is needed but privacy is not the goal.\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\u003e2 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 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\u003e36-48 in\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 moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I cut it back?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, cut it back in spring because it blooms on new wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it attract butterflies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, butterfly attraction is one of the main reasons to plant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for a hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, choose something denser and more structural for hedging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327696469,"sku":"PGNE-31166","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748526526549,"sku":"PGNE-31166-04","price":168.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748526559317,"sku":"PGNE-31166-10","price":398.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748676145237,"sku":"PGNE-31166-20","price":752.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J299-12_d9fbdea9-fb87-4408-b42f-0975c734c332.jpg?v=1773903612"},{"product_id":"green-gem-boxwood","title":"Green Gem Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Green Gem Boxwood for a small, tidy evergreen border where you want a rounded shape without constant shearing. The tradeoff is slow growth, so it is not the pick when you need quick size or privacy.\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\u003eLow foundation borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal edging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntry walks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall evergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, heavy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose naturalistic plantings\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 rounded boxwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer light pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a low evergreen edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need quick height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a tall screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil 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\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives clean evergreen structure, but its small scale reads quiet rather than bold.\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 fills in steadily, but patience matters if you are starting with small plants.\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\u003eIts rounded habit keeps pruning light, though edging a formal line still takes clipping.\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\u003eBoxwood is one of the most deer-resistant shrubs we grow; its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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, bushy habit suits entries, paths, and foundation corners without crowding quickly.\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 short and slow to serve as 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 Green Gem where the goal is a neat low outline, not a screen. Give it decent drainage, mulch lightly, and avoid crowding it against steps or siding.\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\u003eBuxus 'Green Gem'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen Gem Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 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 moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDwarf, rounded, dense globe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (hybrid of Asian and European parent species)\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 regular pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot much for a rounded look; formal edges need more clipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it hold winter color?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is known for good winter color, though exposed windy sites can still bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used as a hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, for a low hedge; it is not meant for privacy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 - 12-15\" \/ Single","offer_id":42223683567701,"sku":"PGNE-35008","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 - 15-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42631119306837,"sku":"PGNE-35009","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 - 12-15\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748370780245,"sku":"PGNE-35008-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-15\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748370813013,"sku":"PGNE-35008-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 - 15-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748370845781,"sku":"PGNE-35009-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 - 15-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748370878549,"sku":"PGNE-35009-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 - 12-15\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748676538453,"sku":"PGNE-35008-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 - 15-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748676571221,"sku":"PGNE-35009-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J583-19.jpg?v=1773903613"},{"product_id":"green-velvet-boxwood","title":"Green Velvet Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Green Velvet Boxwood if you want a rounded evergreen that gives a foundation bed or low hedge tidy structure without constant clipping; the tradeoff is slow growth, so it is not the pick for quick size or screening.\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\u003eFoundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow formal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntry plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded evergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall narrow spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo-prune wild gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a rounded boxwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer light pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a low hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need height quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a loose look.\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 gives clean evergreen structure, but it is more about order than drama.\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 fills in steadily but slowly, so buy the size you can live with now.\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\u003eIts natural rounded shape keeps pruning light if you do not force a tight formal outline.\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\u003eBoxwood is one of the most deer-resistant shrubs we grow; its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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 stays compact enough for entries, walkways, and foundation corners without becoming a space problem.\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 works for low separation, but it is not the shrub to choose 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 Green Velvet Boxwood when a customer wants a neat evergreen base planting and does not want to fight a fast-growing shrub with constant shearing.\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\u003eBuxus 'Green Velvet'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen Velvet Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 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\u003eRounded, dense globe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (hybrid of Asian and European parent species)\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 frequent pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo; prune lightly to shape, or leave it mostly natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer bother it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has strong deer resistance, which is one reason we recommend boxwood in exposed yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot really; use it for low structure, not screening.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"10” AGFB - 12-15” \/ Single","offer_id":42647984898133,"sku":"PGNE-35014","price":29.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42223683600469,"sku":"PGNE-35026","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42631119274069,"sku":"PGNE-35015","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10” AGFB - 12-15” \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748371435605,"sku":"PGNE-35014-04","price":113.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10” AGFB - 12-15” \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748371468373,"sku":"PGNE-35014-10","price":267.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10” AGFB - 12-15” \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748371501141,"sku":"PGNE-35014-20","price":505.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748371533909,"sku":"PGNE-35026-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748371566677,"sku":"PGNE-35026-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748371599445,"sku":"PGNE-35026-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J802-08.jpg?v=1773903615"},{"product_id":"sprinter-boxwood","title":"Sprinter® Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Sprinter® Boxwood if you want a boxwood hedge or foundation line to fill in faster than tighter dwarf types; the tradeoff is more pruning to keep it crisp and compact.\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\u003eLow hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo-prune landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose natural screens\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 want faster boxwood fill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou plan to prune regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need tidy evergreen structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a loose, natural look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike hedge trimming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour 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\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives clean evergreen structure, especially in rows, but it is not a showy focal shrub.\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 boxwoods, but patience is still needed for a finished hedge.\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 responds well to pruning, but it needs regular shaping if you want a tight formal line.\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\u003eBoxwood is one of the most deer-resistant shrubs we grow; its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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 can work in smaller beds with pruning, but tighter dwarf boxwoods are easier where space is limited.\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 is useful for low privacy and structure, but it is not the plant for tall 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 Sprinter® Boxwood when the customer wants a boxwood hedge sooner, not when they want a plant they can ignore for years.\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\u003eBuxus microphylla 'Bulthouse' (Sprinter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSprinter Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 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\u003e2-3 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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\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\u003eWill it make a good hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, that is the main reason to choose it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, plan on trimming if you want a neat hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it better than slower boxwoods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor faster fill, yes; for tiny spaces, usually no.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 - 12-18\"","offer_id":42656327663701,"sku":"PGNE-35020","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J298-20_6d326205-88b8-4e88-b47d-d333540508b3.jpg?v=1773903616"},{"product_id":"franklins-gem-boxwood","title":"Franklin's Gem Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Franklin's Gem Boxwood for a small, tidy evergreen mound where winter color matters; the tradeoff is slow growth, so pick another boxwood if you need height or quick fill.\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\u003eLow formal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall evergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold New England sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall privacy planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose naturalized borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge blank walls\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 rounded boxwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer light pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter color matters near the house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need quick size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a tall hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike slow-growing shrubs.\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 gives clean evergreen structure, but it is more quiet and formal than showy.\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 fills in slowly, which helps control size but requires patience.\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\u003eIts naturally rounded habit keeps pruning needs lower than many formal boxwoods.\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\u003eBoxwood is one of the most deer-resistant shrubs we grow; its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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 habit works well along walks, entries, and foundation beds.\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 low and slow for privacy or 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 Franklin's Gem for small formal spots where a slow, dense boxwood is an advantage, not for customers trying to cover space quickly.\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\u003eBuxus sinica var. insularis 'Franklin's Gem'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFranklin's Gem Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 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 moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, dense, compact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (native to Korea and eastern Asia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it need shearing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight touch-up pruning is usually enough if you like a neat rounded shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, use a taller boxwood or evergreen if screening is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it hold color in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is valued for better winter color retention than many traditional boxwoods.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327630933,"sku":"PGNE-35007","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748370747477,"sku":"PGNE-35007-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748554870869,"sku":"PGNE-35007-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748554903637,"sku":"PGNE-35007-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J079-02_72a4927c-d5d2-4e1d-a216-c7b2ae4a7457.jpg?v=1773903618"},{"product_id":"winter-gem-boxwood","title":"Winter Gem Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Winter Gem Boxwood if you want dependable, prune-friendly boxwood structure for hedges, borders, or foundations. The tradeoff: its rounded habit is a bit loose, so it needs shearing if you want a crisp formal line.\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\u003eInformal boxwood hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorders needing winter color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomeowners willing to prune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight formal parterres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo-prune landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow vertical accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a hedge that can be shaped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need cold-hardy evergreen structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a rounded, softer boxwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a strict formal edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site stays soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow upright plant.\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 gives solid evergreen structure without becoming the main focal point.\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 manageable moderate pace that works well for hedges and foundation planting.\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 takes pruning well, but the looser habit needs regular trimming if you want a neat shape.\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\u003eBoxwood is one of the most deer-resistant shrubs we grow; its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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 can work in smaller beds when pruned, but it is not the tightest boxwood here.\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 create low privacy and definition, but it is not the plant for a tall 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 Winter Gem when a customer wants boxwood structure without a rigid formal look. Plan on light pruning, mulch, and avoiding wet soil to keep it looking clean.\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\u003eBuxus microphylla var. japonica 'Winter Gem'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Gem Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 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, dense, upright\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (native to Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Winter Gem good for hedges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, especially informal hedges or shaped foundation lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if you want a tighter, cleaner shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer eat it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has good deer resistance, but no plant is guaranteed under heavy pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\"","offer_id":42630489407573,"sku":"PGNE-35021","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\"","offer_id":42631136936021,"sku":"PGNE-35022","price":66.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J622-17_88f80069-2928-47c6-b2d9-847f2c3fb649.jpg?v=1773903619"},{"product_id":"wintergreen-boxwood","title":"Wintergreen Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Wintergreen Boxwood for a tight, low evergreen hedge where winter color and density matter; the tradeoff is patience, because it is not the shrub for quick screening or a loose, natural look.\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\u003eLow formal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalkway edging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-prone yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose natural borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet problem spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a low clipped hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browsing is a concern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need height quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a soft, informal plant.\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 gives clean evergreen lines and winter color, but it is more structural than showy.\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 moderate pace, so it rewards planning more than quick fixes.\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 takes pruning well, but tight hedges still need regular trimming to stay crisp.\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\u003eBoxwood is one of the most deer-resistant shrubs we grow; its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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 dense, compact habit works well along walks, entries, and smaller foundation beds.\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 define an edge, but it is not the right plant for 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 Wintergreen Boxwood for homeowners who want a clean edge and are willing to prune lightly rather than wait for a taller screen.\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\u003eBuxus sinica var. insularis 'Wintergreen'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWintergreen Boxwood (Korean)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5-3 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, spreading, dense\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (native to Korea and eastern Asia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it stay green in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has good winter color for a boxwood, especially when planted where it is not exposed to harsh drying winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it clipped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it handles pruning well and is best used where a shaped look is wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, use it for edging and structure, not for blocking views.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\"","offer_id":42630489374805,"sku":"PGNE-35023","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\"","offer_id":42631136903253,"sku":"PGNE-35024","price":66.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J547-03_a8127de9-b3d7-4840-a488-f664d6177a73.jpg?v=1773903620"},{"product_id":"newgen-independence-boxwood","title":"NewGen® Independence® Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose NewGen® Independence® Boxwood if you want a dense, rounded boxwood with better disease resistance than older standards; 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its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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 dense, rounded habit works well near walks, entries, and foundations when kept trimmed.\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 define an edge, but it is not the plant to choose for real 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 Independence when a homeowner wants boxwood structure but is worried about long-term disease problems in older varieties.\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\u003eBuxus 'SB108' (NewGen Independence)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewGen Independence Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-4 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\u003e2.5-3 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, dense\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (hybrid of Asian parent species)\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 keeps the shape tight and helps airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it better than older boxwoods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor disease resistance, yes; that is the main reason to choose it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used as a hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, for a low formal hedge or border, not for privacy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 - 12-18\"","offer_id":42630489342037,"sku":"PGNE-35018","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 - 18-24\"","offer_id":42631136837717,"sku":"PGNE-35019","price":66.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L476-02.jpg?v=1773903621"},{"product_id":"newgen-freedom-boxwood","title":"NewGen® Freedom® Boxwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose NewGen® Freedom® Boxwood for a dependable evergreen hedge where disease resistance and faster fill matter most. 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its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune.\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 useful where a round boxwood or broad evergreen would crowd the walk.\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 block a small view over time, but it is better as an accent than a privacy wall.\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 Dee Runk when a customer wants the arborvitae-like upright shape but prefers boxwood texture and a more formal finish.\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\u003eBuxus sempervirens 'Dee Runk'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDee Runk Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6-10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5-2.5 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\u003e2-3 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\u003eNarrow, upright, columnar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNative\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (native to Europe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it stay narrow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, with light pruning it keeps a tight upright shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant it by a front door?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is a strong pick for matched entryway planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a privacy hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot our first pick; 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The tradeoff: it is not a formal hedge, and in colder New England sites it may regrow from the base.\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\u003eFall berry color near patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunny mixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural, arching plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardeners comfortable with spring cleanup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClipped formal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry shade under trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSites needing dependable winter structure\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 purple fall berries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a relaxed shrub shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune winter dieback.\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\u003eYou dislike arching branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays dry and shaded.\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 makes its strongest impression when the purple berries color up, but it is quieter earlier in 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 fills in at a moderate pace without becoming hard to manage.\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 spring pruning, especially after cold winters with stem dieback.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 can work in smaller beds if allowed to arch naturally instead of being squeezed.\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 deciduous habit, open branching, and possible winter dieback make it a poor 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 for a sunny mixed border, not as a hedge. Give it room to arch, prune after winter damage, and keep fertilizer modest.\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\u003e3 to 4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 to 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\u003e4 to 5 ft apart\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, medium moisture, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, arching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill the berries last all winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually no; enjoy them in fall and early winter before birds and weather take over.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore sun gives denser growth and better berry color; part shade is workable but looser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I fertilize it heavily?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo; high nitrogen can push leafy, leggy growth instead of a better plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#5 24-30 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636081070165,"sku":"PGNE-31254","price":66.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636081102933,"sku":"PGNE-31255","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 24-30 in \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748546580565,"sku":"PGNE-31254-04","price":253.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 24-30 in \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748546613333,"sku":"PGNE-31254-10","price":600.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 24-30 in \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748546646101,"sku":"PGNE-31254-20","price":1134.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748546678869,"sku":"PGNE-31255-04","price":168.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748546711637,"sku":"PGNE-31255-10","price":398.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748546744405,"sku":"PGNE-31255-20","price":752.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"14\" AGFB - 4-5' \/ Single","offer_id":42776212701269,"sku":"PGNE-31298","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J147-19_0985a4ac-18b5-482e-8f85-9ba44d72126a.jpg?v=1773903628"},{"product_id":"aphrodite-sweetshrub","title":"Aphrodite Sweetshrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Aphrodite Sweetshrub if you want fragrance near a walk, patio, or driveway and have room for a full rounded shrub; the tradeoff is size, because this is not a tight foundation 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\u003eWalkways and patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance-focused plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized edges\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\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery dry soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall entry gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want noticeable flower fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a loose shrub form.\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 want a compact shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays dry.\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 fragrant red flowers give this shrub a clear purpose when planted where people pass nearby.\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 moderate pace without acting like a fast 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 needs space more than heavy pruning, though occasional shaping after bloom keeps it controlled.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis shrub wants room to round out and will feel cramped in narrow beds.\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 help soften views in season, but it is deciduous and not a dense year-round 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 Aphrodite Sweetshrub for a roomy border where the fragrance can be enjoyed up close, not tucked behind other shrubs where the flowers and scent get missed.\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\u003e6-12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6-12 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\u003e6-12 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\u003eAverage water; moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright deciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it really smell fragrant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the flowers have a sweet, spicy scent, best noticed when planted near regular foot traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it small with pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can shape it, but it is better to give it room than fight its natural size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it near a walkway, driveway, patio edge, or mixed border where fragrance matters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327565397,"sku":"PGNE-31007","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748542353493,"sku":"PGNE-31007-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748542386261,"sku":"PGNE-31007-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748542419029,"sku":"PGNE-31007-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#2 PW 12-15\" \/ Single","offer_id":42776187076693,"sku":"PGNE-31297","price":29.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 PW 12-15\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42776187109461,"sku":"PGNE-31297-04","price":113.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 PW 12-15\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42776187142229,"sku":"PGNE-31297-10","price":267.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 PW 12-15\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42776187174997,"sku":"PGNE-31297-20","price":505.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/G499-02_d80216e1-8211-4d53-a632-6bbcaceb5285.jpg?v=1773903629"},{"product_id":"simply-scentsational-sweetshrub","title":"Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub if you want a fragrant, deer-resistant flowering shrub near a walk, patio, or driveway. The tradeoff: it is not a neat little foundation plant; give it room and let it grow naturally.\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\u003eWalkways, patios, and driveway edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-visited yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance-focused plantings\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\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery small beds\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 want flowers you can smell up close\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse is a concern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a full shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tight evergreen screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a clipped, formal look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe planting area 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\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe dark, magnolia-like flowers and fragrance matter most when planted where people pass close by.\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 steadily without acting like a fast hedge or instant screen.\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 shaping if allowed a natural outline, but pruning gets awkward if planted too tight.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 bushy habit needs breathing room, so it is a poor fit for narrow foundation 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 soften views in season, but it is deciduous and not dense enough for year-round 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 place this where people walk past it, not at the far back of a border. The scent is the main reason to buy it, so don't waste it where nobody gets 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\u003e6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003edry to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, compact, 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 really have fragrance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but plant it close to traffic; fragrance is easier to notice nearby than across the yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer eat it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has good deer resistance for our region, but heavy pressure can test almost any shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it for privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly lightly in season; choose an evergreen if privacy is the main goal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327532629,"sku":"PGNE-31194","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748550545493,"sku":"PGNE-31194-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748550578261,"sku":"PGNE-31194-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748550611029,"sku":"PGNE-31194-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/G502-08_2881661a-1f90-41e0-88d9-180825ee467f.jpg?v=1773903630"},{"product_id":"dark-knight-caryopteris","title":"Dark Knight Caryopteris","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Dark Knight Caryopteris for a sunny, dry-leaning border where late blue flowers matter. The tradeoff: it is not a hedge or screen, and wet soil is the fastest way to be disappointed.\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 front borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDryer, well-drained spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall foundation gaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-heavy beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want late blue flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like a loose, airy shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a privacy plant.\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 blue late-season flowers stand out, but the plant has a soft, informal look rather than a bold architectural shape.\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 steady pace during the growing season without becoming a large, fast-spreading shrub.\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 cutting it back in spring and avoiding overwatering, especially after a rough winter.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 habit works well near walks, patios, and low mixed borders where larger shrubs 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\u003eF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a low flowering accent, not a plant for privacy, enclosure, or 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 sunny edges, mailbox beds, and pollinator pockets where drainage is good. Do not tuck it into damp shade and expect it to perform.\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\u003e2 to 3 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 to 3 feet\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\u003e2 feet\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\u003eMedium moisture; well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompact, low, mounding deciduous shrub\/sub-shrub\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, cut it back in spring to clean up winter dieback and keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it bloom in part shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may grow, but flowering drops; choose a sunnier spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for butterflies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the late blue flowers are useful for butterflies and other pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327434325,"sku":"PGNE-31048","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748516991061,"sku":"PGNE-31048-04","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748517023829,"sku":"PGNE-31048-10","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748517056597,"sku":"PGNE-31048-20","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F368-04_14306356-b0f2-428f-8cc9-3138a79cd864.jpg?v=1773903639"},{"product_id":"weeping-blue-atlas-cedar","title":"Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar if you want one sculptural evergreen to anchor an open bed. The tradeoff: it needs thoughtful placement and training, not a tight foundation spot.\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 beds needing one evergreen feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlopes or walls where branches can drape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers willing to guide its shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue evergreen color without flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow foundation strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal hedges or privacy screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-off landscapes needing predictable shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a trained specimen plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room around it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like irregular, weeping form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tight foundation shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a formal hedge.\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\u003eIt makes a strong focal point, but it can overwhelm a mixed border if tucked in as filler.\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 develops slowly, which helps with control but means patience is part of the purchase.\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 hard to grow in the right site, but early staking, pruning, and direction matter.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Space Fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts spreading habit needs breathing room, so it is a poor pick for narrow beds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts open, irregular form is for display, not 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 placing this before buying, not after. Mark its mature outline in the bed and decide where the leader will go; that prevents expensive reworking later.\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 to 20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 to 20 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\u003e12 to 24 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\u003eWater deeply occasionally once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally slow-growing with a sprawling horizontal habit; often trained into an upright, serpentine form; pendant branchlets create a waterfall-like effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it stay weeping on its own?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt weeps naturally, but the final shape depends on staking and selective pruning while young.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it near the house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if the bed has real depth; it is not a narrow foundation evergreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome pruning is useful to remove awkward shoots and keep the trained shape defined.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"5-6 Ft \/ Single","offer_id":42656327401557,"sku":"PGNE-31218","price":224.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6 Ft \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748551528533,"sku":"PGNE-31218-04","price":852.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6 Ft \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748551561301,"sku":"PGNE-31218-10","price":2018.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6 Ft \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748551594069,"sku":"PGNE-31218-20","price":3812.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/G072-07.jpg?v=1773903641"},{"product_id":"graciosa-hinoki-falsecypress","title":"Graciosa Hinoki Falsecypress","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Graciosa Hinoki Falsecypress if you want an evergreen accent with soft, layered texture and a natural upright shape. The tradeoff: it is not a fast screen, and it needs decent drainage rather than wet ground.\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\u003eEvergreen accent planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation corners with room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese-style or natural gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, compacted soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight walkway edges\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 texture, not flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can give it breathing room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a natural evergreen shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need fast coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe soil stays wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a clipped hedge.\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\u003eIts fine foliage and layered shape give a planting structure without looking stiff.\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\u003eThis is a slower plant, so buy it for long-term form rather than quick results.\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 little pruning if placed with enough room from the start.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 smaller landscapes only where its mature spread will not crowd paths, windows, or doors.\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 evergreen cover over time, but it is better 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 this as a long-term accent near a corner, entry, or mixed border—not as a hedge. Give it room and avoid heavy shearing.\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 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 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\u003e4-6 ft apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoist, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad upright\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I prune it to keep it smaller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight shaping is fine, but hard pruning can leave bare spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot if you need quick coverage; use it as an accent instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need special soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt does not need pampering, but wet soil is the main problem to avoid.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"4-5 Ft \/ Single","offer_id":42223685042261,"sku":"PGNE-31091","price":149.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6 Ft \/ Single","offer_id":42631174291541,"sku":"PGNE-31092","price":224.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-5 Ft \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748547170389,"sku":"PGNE-31091-04","price":567.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6 Ft \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748547203157,"sku":"PGNE-31092-04","price":852.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J942-06_b4e8e483-45ec-4672-be21-27fd5bb84fb2.jpg?v=1773903652"},{"product_id":"golden-mop-falsecypress","title":"Golden Mop Falsecypress","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Golden Mop Falsecypress for a low evergreen mound where you want gold color without relying on flowers. Main tradeoff: it needs drainage and steady moisture, so it is not for soggy spots or dry, reflected-heat foundations.\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\u003eEvergreen color near walkways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation corners with good drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTexture contrast in mixed beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow, rounded accent planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet clay that stays saturated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, hot foundation strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\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 gold evergreen foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like a soft, mounded shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil drains well.\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\u003eThe site stays wet after rain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fast 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\u003eA-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe gold, threadlike foliage gives clear contrast without needing flowers.\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 fills in slowly, which helps it stay tidy but limits quick results.\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 little pruning if planted with enough room.\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 usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.\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 low, mounded habit works well where taller evergreens would crowd the 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 too low and slow to make a useful 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 bed where drainage is reliable and the goal is color contrast, not screening or fast coverage.\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\u003e3 ft tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 ft wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 in. 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The tradeoff: it is not your plant for dry soil or winter screening.\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\u003eMoist foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain garden edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart-shade shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, sandy banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnprotected high-deer areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want summer fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil holds moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer native shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil dries hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a sharp hedge.\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 flower fragrance and late-season bloom are the main show, but the plant is quieter after flowering.\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 when the root zone stays evenly moist.\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\u003eIt usually needs little shaping beyond removing dead wood or keeping the base from getting crowded.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact, bushy habit works well where larger native shrubs would crowd a walkway or foundation.\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 deciduous and compact, so it should not be counted 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 Hummingbird Summersweet where the soil is not bone-dry and the customer wants fragrance, pollinators, and a native shrub that stays manageable.\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\u003e3.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 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\u003e3.5 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 wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, rounded, 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 smell good?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the white summer flowers have a noticeable sweet fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it handle wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is a good fit for rain garden edges and moisture-holding beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it evergreen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it drops its leaves in fall and should not be used as a winter screen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 - 12-18\"","offer_id":42630490161237,"sku":"PGNE-31108","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 Trade 18-24 in","offer_id":42631140900949,"sku":"PGNE-31109","price":82.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F976-13_48809a56-4553-4163-8228-9bb6d01db212.jpg?v=1773903656"},{"product_id":"ruby-spice-summersweet","title":"Ruby Spice Summersweet","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Ruby Spice Summersweet if you want a native shrub with fragrant pink midsummer flowers for a moist or partly shaded spot. The tradeoff: it is not the tightest foundation shrub and can need shaping after bloom.\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\u003eMoist foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart-shade borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain garden edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, sandy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny front entries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fragrant pink summer flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil holds some moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a native pollinator shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site dries out often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow evergreen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse heavily unprotected.\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 pink summer flowers and fragrance make it noticeable when many spring shrubs are finished.\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, especially when moisture is steady.\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, but older stems may need occasional thinning to keep the plant tidy.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 medium bed, but it is not the best pick for tight walkways or narrow entries.\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 bulk, but its deciduous habit and rounded form limit privacy use.\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 Ruby Spice for moist beds where fragrance, pollinators, and midsummer bloom matter more than a clipped, formal shape.\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\u003e5 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\u003e4.5 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, 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 need wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, but it performs best where soil stays evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it bloom in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in part shade, though flowering is usually stronger with more sun and enough moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrune after flowering or thin older stems in late winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"10\" AGFB - 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18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748528558165,"sku":"PGNE-31181-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F118-05_65a6f851-443b-44ca-b0ea-ac736dd3625e.jpg?v=1773903658"},{"product_id":"sixteen-candles-summersweet","title":"Sixteen Candles Summersweet","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Sixteen Candles Summersweet if you want a compact native shrub for a moist foundation bed with fragrant summer flowers. The tradeoff: it is not the best choice for dry, hot foundation strips or instant privacy.\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\u003eMoist foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain garden edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller native gardens\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\u003eFormal evergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer routes\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 fragrant summer bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays reasonably moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a native shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour bed dries out often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed there regularly.\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 upright white flowers and fragrance give it strong summer value, but it is quieter when out of bloom.\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 fills in at a useful pace when moisture is steady and the planting site is not too dry.\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 shaping, though dry sites may require watering to keep it looking good.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact, upright habit makes it easier to place than many older summersweets.\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 deciduous and too compact to serve as 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 Sixteen Candles for moist beds near entries, patios, and pollinator areas where fragrance will be noticed, not for dry curbside strips or screening jobs.\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\u003e3.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-9b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 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, rounded, 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 need wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, but it performs best where the soil does not dry out hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it attract pollinators?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the summer flowers are a strong draw for bees and other pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it evergreen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it drops its leaves in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 Trade 12-15 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636080414805,"sku":"PGNE-31249","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Trade 15-18 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636080447573,"sku":"PGNE-31250","price":59.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Trade 12-15 in \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748530982997,"sku":"PGNE-31249-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Trade 12-15 in \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748531015765,"sku":"PGNE-31249-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Trade 12-15 in \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748531048533,"sku":"PGNE-31249-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F648-05_4e5d3914-2d0d-4f1b-88b8-e7b41fe52fb8.jpg?v=1773903659"},{"product_id":"ivory-halo-dogwood","title":"Ivory Halo Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Ivory Halo Dogwood if you want a compact red-twig dogwood with variegated leaves and winter stem color. The tradeoff: it needs periodic thinning and room to spread, so it is not a clipped, evergreen foundation shrub.\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\u003eWinter stem color near entries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation beds with breathing room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage to damp soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight formal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, sandy banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want red winter stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like variegated summer foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour bed has space to fill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need evergreen privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike renewal pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed 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 white-edged foliage carries the shrub through summer, then the red stems take over after leaf drop.\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 quickly enough for new beds, but that speed also means some shaping will be needed.\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 to remove older stems periodically because the youngest stems give the strongest winter color.\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\u003eThis isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer 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 is more controlled than many red twig dogwoods, but it still needs space around walks, windows, and siding.\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 views in season, but it drops its leaves and should not be used for year-round 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 Ivory Halo Dogwood where the customer wants winter color without committing to a full-size red twig dogwood. Give it space, prune for fresh stems, and avoid very dry sites.\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\u003e5.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 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\u003e4.5 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 wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, multi-stem, 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 stay colorful all year?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has variegated leaves in the growing season and red stems after leaf drop, but it is not evergreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep the stems red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove some older stems near the base every few years to encourage fresh, brighter growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it go near a foundation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if the bed has enough depth and it is not crowded against windows, steps, or siding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42630486098005,"sku":"PGNE-22102","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42631119044693,"sku":"PGNE-22103","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748520628309,"sku":"PGNE-22102-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748520661077,"sku":"PGNE-22102-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748520693845,"sku":"PGNE-22102-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748520726613,"sku":"PGNE-22103-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748520759381,"sku":"PGNE-22103-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748520792149,"sku":"PGNE-22103-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F252-22_1e8f146d-afb0-4c42-9d37-82a18e271dfc.jpg?v=1773903668"},{"product_id":"cayenne-dogwood","title":"Cayenne Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Cayenne Dogwood for damp, open areas where you want red winter stems and wildlife value. The tradeoff is size: this is not a tight foundation shrub, and it looks best with room to grow in a naturalized border.\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\u003eWet edges and low spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter stem color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly plantings\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\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, exposed slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny urban yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a damp planting area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want red winter stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can give it room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a compact shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a formal evergreen screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike renewal pruning.\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\u003eIts red winter stems, berries, and fall color give it strong seasonal presence in a mass or mixed shrub border.\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 when planted in the right moisture, but it is not a tiny, slow accent shrub.\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 renewal pruning older stems if you want the best stem color and a cleaner habit.\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\u003eThis isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer 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\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts broad, bushy habit needs more room than most front-yard foundation beds provide.\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 make a seasonal privacy buffer, but it is deciduous and not a formal evergreen wall.\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 Cayenne Dogwood for the back of a damp border, pond edge, or naturalized screen—not as a front-step shrub. Prune out older stems periodically to keep the red winter color coming.\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\u003e6-8 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4a-9b\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium to high; good in damp\/moist areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ebushy\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 wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, but it handles moist and damp ground better than many shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill the stems stay red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung stems carry the best color, so renewal pruning helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for birds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the berries can support birds, though fruiting varies by site.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327172181,"sku":"PGNE-22048","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748542779477,"sku":"PGNE-22048-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748542812245,"sku":"PGNE-22048-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10\" AGFB - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748542845013,"sku":"PGNE-22048-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J253-01_5a130184-d5fd-4221-83c9-f7ea8f0069b2.jpg?v=1773903670"},{"product_id":"baileys-red-twig-dogwood","title":"Bailey's Red Twig Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Bailey’s Red Twig Dogwood if you need a native, fast-growing shrub for wet ground, winter stem color, or a loose property-line planting; the tradeoff is size and pruning, not a tidy foundation look.\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\u003eWet areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter stem color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose property lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight foundation beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-deer sites unprotected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, exposed banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want red winter stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays damp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room to let it spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a compact shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a clipped, formal look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse is heavy and unmanaged.\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\u003eIts best feature is winter stem color, with spring flowers and white berries adding backup value.\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 fills in quickly, which helps in naturalized plantings and property-line work.\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 durable, but the reddest stems come from periodic renewal pruning.\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\u003eThis isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer 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\u003eIts spreading habit makes it a poor fit for narrow beds and tight entries.\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 make a useful loose screen, though it is not dense 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 Bailey’s for larger, informal plantings where winter stem color matters more than a clipped shape; plan on renewal pruning to keep the red stems coming.\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\u003e8 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 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\u003e5 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, suckering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it handle wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this is one of the better shrubs for damp spots that stay workable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep the stems red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove some older stems near the base every few years to push fresh red growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good by the front door?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually no; 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The tradeoff: it needs periodic renewal pruning or the stem color fades.\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\u003eWinter color near entries and foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain gardens and damp low spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMassing along open property edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative-style plantings with seasonal structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, hot banks without irrigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-deer sites without protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny beds needing year-round neatness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want red stems after leaf drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site holds moisture at times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune older stems out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want flowers to be the main show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tight evergreen screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse heavily and plants stay unprotected.\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 winter stem color carries the planting when many shrubs are bare.\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 fills in quickly, which helps mass plantings but means renewal pruning matters.\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\u003eBasic care is simple, but older stems should be removed to keep the red color strong.\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\u003eThis isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer 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 compact habit is easier to place than many red twig dogwoods, though it still wants 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 views in the growing season, but it drops leaves and will not give privacy 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 grouping several plants rather than using one as a lone accent; the winter color reads better in a block, and the pruning is easier to manage on a schedule.\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\u003e4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 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\u003e3.5 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 wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, multi-stem, compact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it stay red all year?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The stems show strongest after leaf drop; summer leaves are green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I have to prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, plan on removing some older stems so new red growth keeps coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it handle wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a good fit for average to damp soil, as long as the spot is not constantly flooded.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#2 PW - 12-15\" \/ Single","offer_id":42725540069461,"sku":"PGNE-31264","price":29.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42630495862869,"sku":"PGNE-22025","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 PW - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42631157153877,"sku":"PGNE-22026","price":59.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 PW - 12-15\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748513648725,"sku":"PGNE-31264-04","price":113.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 PW - 12-15\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748513681493,"sku":"PGNE-31264-10","price":267.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 PW - 12-15\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748513714261,"sku":"PGNE-31264-20","price":505.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748513747029,"sku":"PGNE-22025-04","price":168.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748513779797,"sku":"PGNE-22025-10","price":398.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748513812565,"sku":"PGNE-22025-20","price":752.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 PW - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748513845333,"sku":"PGNE-22026-04","price":225.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 PW - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748513878101,"sku":"PGNE-22026-10","price":533.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 PW - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748513910869,"sku":"PGNE-22026-20","price":1007.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J481-19.jpg?v=1773903678"},{"product_id":"kelsey-dogwood","title":"Kelsey Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Kelsey Dogwood for a tight, durable shrub mass where you want a low, dense fill-in. The tradeoff: it is not a showpiece, so use it for structure, not big flowers or bold winter color.\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\u003eLow foundation fill-ins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist garden edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass planting in small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple, dense shrub cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, exposed banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen shrub placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a compact filler shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site stays somewhat moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want dense growth over display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want bright stem color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tall screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil dries out hard.\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\u003eC+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives a neat, filled-in look, but it does not carry the garden visually from a distance.\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 should fill in at a useful pace without getting away from a small planting area.\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 or renewal pruning as needed to keep the plant dense and 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\u003eThis isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer 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 compact habit is the main reason to choose it over larger red twig dogwoods.\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 low and compact to function as 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 Kelsey Dogwood when the job is simple: cover a low area cleanly, especially where the soil is not bone-dry. If you want a feature plant, choose something with more flower, foliage, or stem color.\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\u003e24-30 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-30 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2a-8b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 ft apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil moist; prefers moist, well-drained soils and tolerates wet soils once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ecompact; bushy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have showy flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo; buy it for dense habit and durability, not floral display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it handle damp soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is a good candidate for spots that stay on the moist side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a red twig dogwood substitute?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if size matters most; for stronger winter stem color, choose Arctic Fire® Red Twig Dogwood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ Single","offer_id":42223686680661,"sku":"PGNE-22113","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Trade 18-24 in \/ Single","offer_id":42239899533397,"sku":"PGNE-22114","price":59.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Trade 1 12-15 in \/ Single","offer_id":42239899566165,"sku":"PGNE-22112","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748520824917,"sku":"PGNE-22113-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748520857685,"sku":"PGNE-22113-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Trade 15-18 in \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748520890453,"sku":"PGNE-22113-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L300-10_0e1adcdc-3268-47c3-b652-0795d2e6b19b.jpg?v=1773903679"},{"product_id":"winecraft-black-smokebush","title":"Winecraft Black® Smokebush","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Winecraft Black® Smokebush if you want a dark-leaf focal shrub with summer smoke-like blooms. The tradeoff: it needs open sun and room to show its rounded shape, not a tight foundation slot.\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\u003eDark foliage contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen sunny beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-prone properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen shrub planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow foundation strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMostly shaded sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want near-black summer foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have space around it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a deer-resistant shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour planting bed is tight.\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 dark foliage gives strong contrast, especially near greens, golds, stone, or light siding.\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 has a moderate pace, so it fills in without becoming a constant pruning project.\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\u003eGive it room and it needs little shaping beyond removing awkward or winter-damaged stems.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 is compact for a smokebush, but still wants breathing room and is not a clipped-box shrub.\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 block views during the growing season, but it drops leaves and is not dense winter 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 recommend this as a stand-alone accent or loose grouping, not as a foundation plant jammed against the house. 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the smoky early-summer bloom is a bonus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I prune it hard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight shaping is better; hard pruning can reduce the natural rounded form and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327139413,"sku":"PGNE-31226","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748551626837,"sku":"PGNE-31226-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748551659605,"sku":"PGNE-31226-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748551692373,"sku":"PGNE-31226-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L661-11_e20b940b-bc89-4ccf-a6c3-bae4ca12d1c8.jpg?v=1773903682"},{"product_id":"yuki-snowflake-deutzia","title":"Yuki Snowflake® Deutzia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Yuki Snowflake® Deutzia for a low front-of-bed shrub with a strong white spring bloom; the tradeoff is that it offers little winter structure or screening.\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\u003eFoundation fronts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall mixed beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring flower massing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, poorly drained spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnprotected high-deer-pressure beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want low white spring flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting in front beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a tidy mounded shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want evergreen cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browse your beds often.\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 spring white bloom reads clearly in groups, but the plant is quieter once flowering passes.\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 for a small shrub, though it will not create much bulk.\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\u003eLight pruning after bloom is usually enough to keep it neat.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact, bushy habit works well at bed edges and along walkways.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is too low and too open in winter to provide meaningful 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 Yuki Snowflake for low front-of-bed planting where spring bloom matters more than privacy, winter cover, or deer resistance.\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\u003e1.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 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\u003e2.5 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\u003edry to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, compact, dense\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it go along a foundation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, especially near the front where a low shrub is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it stay neat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, with light pruning after flowering if it needs shaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for deer areas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot as a first choice; protect it where browsing is common.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327041109,"sku":"PGNE-31227","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748532523093,"sku":"PGNE-31227-04","price":168.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748532555861,"sku":"PGNE-31227-10","price":398.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748676505685,"sku":"PGNE-31227-20","price":752.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J507-10_2c94e91f-d707-4c3a-89b1-4f76cb1d4c85.jpg?v=1773903689"},{"product_id":"yuki-cherry-blossom-deutzia","title":"Yuki Cherry Blossom® Deutzia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Yuki Cherry Blossom® Deutzia for a low, mounded spring-flowering edge where you want color without a big shrub. The tradeoff: after bloom and fall color, it stays quiet and will not screen.\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 borders and walkway edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall sunny planting beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring color near patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow mass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScreening or property-line privacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh deer-pressure sites without protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shade or wet soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers wanting a tree-form cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want low spring bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like a tidy mounded shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need color near the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need evergreen structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer feed heavily in that bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want summer-long flowers.\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 gives a strong spring show at ground level, but it is much quieter outside its bloom window.\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\u003eGrowth is steady enough to fill in a small border without becoming hard to manage.\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 only light shaping after flowering and basic 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\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts low, mounded habit works well where larger shrubs would crowd walks, windows, or steps.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreening Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is too low and deciduous to provide meaningful privacy or wind blocking.\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 front-of-bed spring accent, not as the main backbone of a planting. Pair it with plants that carry the bed through summer.\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\u003e1.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 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\u003e1.5 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\u003edry to moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, mounding, arching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this actually a cherry tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is a flowering deutzia with cherry-blossom-style color, not a cherry tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrune lightly right after spring flowering so you do not remove next year's buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer leave it alone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, we would protect it in areas where deer regularly browse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656327008341,"sku":"PGNE-22246","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42756284416085,"sku":"PGNE-22246-04","price":168.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42756284448853,"sku":"PGNE-22246-10","price":398.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42756284481621,"sku":"PGNE-22246-20","price":752.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J507-11_46015c5e-366c-453e-bb82-0dd1fcb577ce.jpg?v=1773903691"},{"product_id":"nikko-blush-deutzia","title":"Nikko Blush Deutzia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Nikko Blush Deutzia for a sunny border where spring flowers matter most; the tradeoff is that it goes quiet after bloom and will not carry a planting by itself.\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 mixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring flower color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForeground-to-midborder planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformal cottage-style beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy deer browsing areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear-round focal points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want soft spring flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for arching stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting in a mixed bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer are a constant problem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need winter screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want bold foliage all season.\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 gives a strong spring flower show, then settles into a quieter background role.\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 practical pace without becoming an aggressive shrub.\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\u003eLight pruning after bloom is usually enough to keep the arching habit tidy.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact, spreading habit works well in smaller beds if you allow for its natural 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 deciduous and low, so it should not be counted 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 this as a supporting shrub, not the main anchor. 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Give it part shade, decent soil, mulch, and steady moisture while it settles in.\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\u003e8 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 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\u003e5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart 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\u003eIs it showy from the street?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot in a loud way; 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the tradeoff is that exposed winter wind can rough up the foliage in colder New England 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\u003eFoundation beds needing evergreen mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformal screens near patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart-shade shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers wanting fruit interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposed windy winter sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight formal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery wet soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny front-entry beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want broadleaf evergreen cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can allow a spreading shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site drains well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter wind hits the spot hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a clipped formal hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bed 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\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt gives steady green structure and fall fruit, but it is more practical than showy.\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 behaving like a quick privacy hedge.\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 spread tidy and watch for scale on stressed plants.\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 this, so protect it or choose a more deer-resistant plant 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 room to spread, so it is not the first pick for narrow entry beds.\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 works for medium informal screening, but choose something denser for a hard privacy line.\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 protected beds where customers want evergreen bulk without a stiff hedge. Give it breathing room and avoid the windiest winter exposure.\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\u003e4–6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5 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\u003e4–6 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, medium moisture, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpreading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it stay green in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMostly, but harsh wind and cold can discolor or thin the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, prune lightly after spring growth to keep the outline controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for privacy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes for informal screening, not for a narrow, clipped privacy wall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ Single","offer_id":42656326713429,"sku":"PGNE-31125","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748548382805,"sku":"PGNE-31125-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748548415573,"sku":"PGNE-31125-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12\" AGFB - 18-24\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748548448341,"sku":"PGNE-31125-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/F623-14_d3c7222d-ba25-47de-b722-a114cba64e0b.jpg?v=1773903707"},{"product_id":"lynwood-gold-forsythia","title":"Lynwood Gold Forsythia","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Lynwood Gold Forsythia if you want a bold early-spring flower show in a roomy border. The tradeoff is simple: after bloom, it becomes a plain green shrub that needs space and occasional pruning.\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 color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformal shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoomy property edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose seasonal screening\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 clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny front yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-heavy planting spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want bright spring flowers first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have room for a full shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou like a natural, informal look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need four-season structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a compact foundation plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike pruning after bloom.\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 makes a strong early-spring statement, then settles into a much plainer green backdrop.\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 fills in quickly enough to be useful where you want mass and 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\u003eIt is not fussy, but it needs pruning right after flowering to stay from getting overgrown.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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\u003eIts natural size makes it a poor fit for narrow beds or small entry plantings.\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 make a loose deciduous screen, but it will not give evergreen 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 Lynwood Gold for back borders, property edges, and older landscapes where its size is an asset, not a problem.\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\u003e6-9 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6-9 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\u003e5 ft apart for a solid screen; 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the tradeoff is that it is a spring-first shrub, not a 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\u003eTight front beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring color near walkways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-aware landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-heavy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal evergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet low spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer flower-focused designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want early spring color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a compact forsythia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer browsing is a concern.\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 want summer-long flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 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\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe spring bloom is strong for its size, but the show is concentrated early in the 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 and fills in quickly enough for a small border without becoming as large as older forsythia types.\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\u003ePrune right after flowering if shaping is needed, because late pruning can remove next spring’s buds.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact habit makes it much easier to place near walks, entries, and smaller foundation beds.\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 small and seasonal to count on for blocking views or creating 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 this for homeowners who like forsythia but do not want to fight a large shrub every year; give it sun and prune only 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\u003e2-3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 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\u003e3-4 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 moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ecompact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it bloom every year?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, as long as it gets enough sun and is not pruned before spring bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good along a foundation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, especially where a full-size forsythia would outgrow the bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill deer eat it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has good deer resistance, though no plant is completely ignored in every situation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ Single","offer_id":42630485901397,"sku":"PGNE-31190","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 PW - 24-30\" \/ Single","offer_id":42631118651477,"sku":"PGNE-31189","price":51.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748528918613,"sku":"PGNE-31190-04","price":139.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748554149973,"sku":"PGNE-31190-10","price":330.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 PW - 12-18\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748554182741,"sku":"PGNE-31190-20","price":624.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 PW - 24-30\" \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42756293951573,"sku":"PGNE-31189-04","price":196.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 PW - 24-30\" \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42756293984341,"sku":"PGNE-31189-10","price":465.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 PW - 24-30\" \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42756294017109,"sku":"PGNE-31189-20","price":879.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J639-09.jpg?v=1773903714"},{"product_id":"dwarf-fothergilla","title":"Dwarf Fothergilla","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Dwarf Fothergilla if you want a compact native-feeling shrub with early spring bloom and strong fall color. The tradeoff is pace: it grows slowly and needs decent acidic soil to look its best.\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\u003eFoundation beds with acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring flowers and fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized edges with room to fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, alkaline soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge instant impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want spring flowers before leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou care about fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil stays evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil runs dry or alkaline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou dislike slow growers.\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 earns its keep with spring bottlebrush flowers, clean shape, and strong fall color.\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\u003eThis is a slow builder, so do not buy it for quick fill.\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 little pruning, but soil moisture and acidity matter.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 compact, mounded habit works well where larger shrubs would crowd a 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 too low and slow to be useful as privacy planting.\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 Dwarf Fothergilla for beds where soil can stay evenly moist and acidic; if the site is hot, dry, or alkaline, choose a tougher shrub.\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\u003e1.5-3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 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\u003e36-60 in\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\u003eMedium; best in moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow-growing deciduous dwarf shrub with a compact, mounded habit; may spread by root suckers to form colonies\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\u003eNot much; remove stray growth after flowering if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can slowly sucker and form a wider patch over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for foundations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if the soil is not dry, compacted, or alkaline.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636079759445,"sku":"PGNE-31247","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Trade 12-15 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636079792213,"sku":"PGNE-31248","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748517482581,"sku":"PGNE-31247-04","price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748517515349,"sku":"PGNE-31247-10","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748517548117,"sku":"PGNE-31247-20","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/J068-24.jpg?v=1773903716"},{"product_id":"mt-airy-fothergilla","title":"Mt. Airy Fothergilla","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose Mt. Airy Fothergilla for spring bottlebrush flowers and strong fall color in a mixed border. The tradeoff is speed: it grows slowly and is not the shrub for quick size or dry, exposed soil.\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\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation beds with breathing room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidic woodland edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomeowners prioritizing fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast privacy screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, sandy banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal clipped hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight entry beds\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 leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall color matters more than speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil leans acidic and drains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip This If\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need quick screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe site dries out often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a clipped hedge.\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 earns its place with early white flowers, clean summer foliage, and dependable fall color.\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 slowly, which helps near the house but does not solve quick coverage needs.\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 shaping, though older suckering stems may need thinning over time.\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 alone, though hungry deer may sample it 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 is not a tiny shrub for narrow strips.\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 slow to serve as a real 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 Mt. Airy Fothergilla as a specimen or loose grouping, not a hedge. Give it soil that does not bake out, and let its natural rounded form carry the 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\u003e3-6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-5 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\u003e4 ft apart for solid borders; 8 ft apart for space between plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsistently moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow-growing, multi-stemmed, rounded compact deciduous shrub; may spread by suckers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCustomers Usually Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it bloom before leafing out?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the white bottlebrush flowers appear early and are easy to notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly thin or correct shape after flowering; do not shear it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it work in dry soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot well; choose a tougher shrub if the bed dries out regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","offers":[{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636079661141,"sku":"PGNE-31245","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Trade 12-15 in \/ Single","offer_id":42636079693909,"sku":"PGNE-31246","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ 4 pack","offer_id":42748524363861,"sku":"PGNE-31245-04","price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ 10 pack","offer_id":42748524396629,"sku":"PGNE-31245-10","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Trade 24-30 in \/ 20 pack","offer_id":42748556771413,"sku":"PGNE-31245-20","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/files\/L577-01_cde4681f-94eb-4407-8d38-739ce0a8aee4.jpg?v=1773903717"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/0715\/2725\/collections\/H188-04.jpg?v=1773677157","url":"https:\/\/www.progrowersne.com\/collections\/shrubs.oembed?page=13","provider":"Pro Growers of New England, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}