A selection of new plants from Spring Meadow Nursery – Proven Winners
Azalea Perfecto Mundo Epic Coral™
(Rhododendron x 'NCRX10')
This reblooming azalea is just one in the Perfecto Mundo series, with very large pink flowers and lacy stamens. It grows to 3-4 feet high, 3-5 feet wide with semi-evergreen leaves. It's also disease resistant, heat tolerant and takes full to part sun. Zones 6b-9. Great for massing, and it comes in other colors: dark pink, white, orange, and other hues.
Arborvitae Sting™
(Thuja occidentalis 'SMNTOO')
Designers are always on the lookout for narrow evergreens, and this one certainly fits the bill. At just one to 1.5 feet wide, and 15-20 feet high, it's perfect for that very narrow space that needs to be filled in. It's a native plant and takes full to part sun in zones 3-8. Destined to be very popular.
Japanese Maple Metamorphosa™
(Acer palmatum 'ARJOS1')
This new maple was a finalist in the RHS Plant of the Year competition at the Chelsea Flower Show, and it's no wonder. The leaves emerge yellow, then develop a pink margin that turns to white with reddish-orange hues in summer. In autumn, the leaves turn orange-red to red-violet. A four-season stunner, to be sure. Five to 13 feet high, three to 10 feet wide, and it's also disease resistant. It takes full to part sun, zones 5b-8.
Hydrangea Little Lime Punch™
(Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPH')
And …you can never have too many hydrangeas. What's special about this particular one is its size — just 3-5 feet high and wide — and the color of its blooms. The new flowers emerge as a mix of lime green, pink, white, and Hawaiian Punch red. A happy addition to any landscape, especially near the patio or a seating area. It takes full to part sun, zones 3-8, so it's a winner almost anywhere.
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