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Prairie Gold Aspen
Grows to 35-40’ high and 20-30’ wide. The Prairie Gold Quaking Aspen, 'Populus tremuloides ‘Prairie Gold’, is a fast-growing tree that grows in everything from moist sandy soil to shallow rocky soils and clay. This selection was discovered growing near a northeast Nebraska creek by the late, dedicated plants man, Allen Wilke, where it had survived and thrived for years. It should perform well in other parts of the Great Plains and the front range of the Rockies as well. It has attractive cream-colored bark, beautiful silvery catkins in early spring, and lustrous dark green leaves that flutter in the slightest breeze, finally turning yellow in fall. ‘Prairie Gold’ has performed well in the landscape and seems to thrive in the heat and high humidity of eastern Nebraska. This selection does not seem to be affected by the host of diseases that usually plague this species. . ... find out more
Texas Whitebud Deciduous heart-shaped leaves open soft pink but gradually mature to a glossy rich green. Clusters of tiny, white, pea-like flowers bloom profusely on the branches and mature trunks for 2-3 weeks in early spring (March-April) before the foliage emerges. Fall color is variable, but often includes attractive shades of reddish-purple and orange. The Texas Whitebud tree, Cercis canadensis, 'Texas Whitebud', has glossy green foliage. Part shade is best in hot climates. Excellent small tree for lawns, woodland gardens or naturalized areas. Pendulous, flat, bean-like, 2-4" long seed pods resembling snow peas appear after flowering. Effective planted as a specimen or in groups. It is a small, deciduous understory tree which typically grows to 12-18' tall. Use as a street tree in residential areas. Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. |
