Conifers

Cryptomeria japonica 'Black Dragon'

The 'Black Dragon' is prized for its unique branching habit and deep, green foliage that darkens as it ages. It has an open, pyramidal growth habit and will reach 8-10' tall and 4-6' wide at maturity.

Ilex crenata 'Jersey Jewel'

The 'Jersey Jewel' is known for its small, rounded foliage that is tightly-packed along its stems. It has an upright growth habit and will reach 2-3' tall and 1-2' wide and is great for accenting rock gardens.

Picea glauca 'Conica'

The dwarf Alberta spruce is known for its rich-green, densely-packed foliage that persists through the winter. It will reach 6-10' tall and 4-5' wide at maturity. Keeps a tight, conical shape and is often used as a topiary.

Taxus x media 'Densiformis'

The 'Densiformis' is a low-growing, spreading yew that will reach 3-4' tall and 4-6' wide. Its rich, evergreen foliage make it a great option for low hedging and foundation planting.

Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju

This dwarf Chinese elm is praised for its bark and growth habit. Its leaves appear in spring on short, twiggy shoots, and its heavily-textured bark is exposed in the winter when leaves disappear. Bark with thicken and get more gnarled with age. This variety slowly grows 6-10' tall and wide and is commonly used for bonsai and rock gardens.