(Pieris japonica) Perennial. Hardy to zone 6. Ericaceae (Heather) Family. Native range—China, Taiwan and Japan. A compact shrub, new leaves are pink then turning to dark glossy green. Plants are draped...

(Cephalanthus occidentalis)  Deciduous. Zones 5-10. Eastern Buttonbush, also known as Common Buttonbush or Honeyballs, is an unusual ornamental shrub native to wetlands and marsh conditions. It thrives in swamps and...

(Metasequoia glyptostroboides) Perennial. Zones 4 - 8. We first met Dawn, much to our surprise, at the Halifax Public Gardens. Here on the East Coast, gentle giants like cedars, cypress...

(Lycium chinensis) Perennial. Zones 4 - 9. The Goji berry has gained quite the reputation in recent years; its high antioxidant content has earned it the “superfood” title in many...

(Laburnum anagyroides vulgare) Perennial. Zones 5 - 7. Golden Chain tree is a beautiful tree, with long wisteria-like yellow flowers that present in late Spring, followed by long stringy pods. Flowers...

(Hydrangea anomala petiolaris) Perennial. Zones 4 - 7. This garden classic is lovely in all seasons. In warmer months, showy white ombrells fill out your arbour, trellis or stone wall. In...

(Gymnocladus dioicus) Deciduous. Zones 3 - 8. The Kentucky Coffee tree is a standout performer and tough as nails! This low maintenance tree makes an enduring and elegant addition to...

(Glycyrrhiza lepidota) Perennial. Zones 3 - 10. Fabaceae (Pea) Family. Native range—BC to Ontario. Thrives in wet conditions, drought intolerant. Requires deep, well worked soil. Its white flowers are often...

(Robinia pseudoacacia) Perennial. Zones 4-8. Black Locust is a stately, native tree; reaching 100  feet and offering incredibly beautiful, fragrant white flowers in early Summer. The bark of older trees, ...

(Gleditsia triacanthos inermis) Deciduous. Zones 4 - 9. Honey Locust is an old-time, native tree often seen lining the streets of the longest standing settlement towns. Honey Locust is a fabulous,...

(Paulownia fortunei) Perennial. Zones 7 - 10. (Can be grown as an annual outside this range) Native range—China. Sapphire Dragon Tree is valued for both its ornamental beauty and useful timber....

(Weigela florida) Perennial. Zones 5 - 8. Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle) Family. Native range—Eastern Asia. A beautiful flowering shrub, blooming in late-Spring. Full sun, tolerates partial shade. Flowers bloom on year old...

(Wisteria sinensis 'Blue') Perennial. Zones 5 - 9. Flowering, deciduous vine. A healthy, well established Wisteria vine is a coveted feature of many gardeners. Mature Chinese Blue wisteria vines positively drip with long bunches of fragrant,...

(Wisteria frutescens) Perennial. Zones 5 - 9. Fabaceae (Pea) Family. Native range—Eastern USA (L48). Spring flowers are lilac purple and bloom on new wood. Vines require sturdy support in full...