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Juniper - Broadmoor
These plants may also be utilized for background plantings in shrub beds or flower gardens, as specimen plants, in rock gardens or for topiary or espalier purposes. The main branches are strong and horizontally spreading. Junipers are used as ground covers, in foundation plantings, or as hedges, screens or windbreaks. Broadmoor Juniper prefers sun and a well-drained soil, but tolerates a range of soil types; drought and heat tolerant. It is an excellent plant for borders or mass plantings. Broadmoor Juniper, Juniperus sabina 'Broadmoor', is a low growing evergreen that has a dense mounding form and rich green foliage with a slight blue cast. It is resistant to juniper blight; male plant. It tends to mound in the center, growing 3' tall and 10' wide. Junipers are important evergreens for landscape use due to their tolerance of unfavorable soil conditions, their hardiness and great variation in size, habit, color and growth rate. ... additional info
Mountain Laurel The Mountain Laurel, Kalmia latifolia, is a native American plant. Its natural beauty in a woodland setting is a spring delight. It is the state flower of Connecticut and Pennsylvania. As a result of years of hybridizing and research there are over 80 known varieties. Mountain Laurel is an evergreen flowering shrub. It grows upright and has beautiful tough glossy foliage. The plants will set buds as early as fall. However, the root systems are fine and shallow. To ensure that the Mountain Laurel you choose flourishes in your garden here are some tips: Plant high and mulch well. Provide shade for the roots with companion plants or with mulch. Water often during growth periods, do not let the plant dry out. |
