Japanese Maples and Conifers

Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera' is a dwarf form of Japanese Red Pine with a large umbrella shape. 'Umbraculifera' can eventually reach about 10 feet tall with a wide and dense canopy. As 'Umbraculifera' ages the bark can develop some nice orange color. 'Umbraculifera' is a nice dwarf Japanese Red Pine that fits nicely in most landscapes. 10 Year Size: Height: 8-10 feet   Width: 6-8 feet

Listed in 1710 in Japan this old cultivar is a Japanese Favorite. The brilliant red of early spring quickly becomes a rich purple. Holding its color in to the summer even in hot climates this tree is also said to be very hardy in cooler areas. This is a fast growing upright maple with older specimens reaching 25 feet or more becoming more round topped with age. Fall brings on special appreciation as Musashino takes on a life of it on with brilliant cherry red color.  10 Year Size:  Height 10-12 Feet Width 6-8 Feet

Acer palmatum 'Oto hime' is a dwarf Japanese maple with small leaves that emerge almost yellow in spring tipped with red edges. In summer foliage turns a nice even green. Fall color is generally orange but sometimes red or yellow. This wonderful little tree was named after Queen Otohime a mermaid queen who ruled a fabled kingdom at the bottom of the sea. The name means little queen and the name is perfect for this little queen of the garden. 10 Year Size: Height:  2-3 Feet    Width:  3-4 Feet

Acer palmatum ‘Tom Thumb’ is a dwarf Japanese maple with ‘Mikawa yatsabusa’ lineage. ‘Tom Thumb’ stays very small and compact with the typical leaves of ‘Mikawa yatsabusa’. ‘Tom Thumb’ has more of a shrubby, rounded habit compared to others in the same family. ‘Tom Thumb’ comes out lime green in the spring before darkening to a dark green in the summer. Fall color is a very attractive orange.10 Year Size: Height: 2-4 feet Width: 2-4 feet

'Murasaki kiyohime' is a small maple that will grow much wider than tall,  Like it's close relative 'Kiyo hime' this cultivar emerges in spring with red tips to the leaves before turning green for the summer. there are very slight differences between the 2 maples. We find that the edge of 'Murasaki kiyohime' to be more maroon red and 'Kiyo hime' to be more orange red but the tint of these colors can be affected by the sun making them hard to  distinguish. Fall color ranges from bronze to orange. 'Murasaki kiyohime' is also slightly more upright when young, often sending up  vertical shoots of a foot or more on very young plants only to spend the rest of it's life thickening up and growing wider. 'Murasaki kiyohime' is relatively fast growing and will become a specimen in the garden after just a few years.10 year size: Height: 2 feet   Width: 4-5 feet    

Acer palmatum ‘Koto maru’ is a fast growing dwarf Japanese maple. ‘Koto maru’ has very small, rounded leaves that emerge in the spring yellow with a red-oranges border. The coloring of the leaves really puts on a show in the spring. The leaves then fade to a light green throughout the summer. Fall color is then orange to red. ‘Koto maru’ will have long shoots of new growth while it is young, but it will develop into a dense, shrubby tree at maturity. 10 Year Size: Height: 3-5 feet Width: 3-5 feet

Pinus wallichiana ‘Zebrina’ is a popular Himalayan pine due to its striped needles. These yellow stripes on the long blue-green needles create a very attractive look across the foliage. The stripes become more prominent with age and when the tree is given a sufficient amount of sun. ‘Zebrina’ will grow into a medium size tree with a pyramidal shape. 10 Year Size: Height: 10-12 feet Width: 6-8 feet

Pinus strobus ‘Wiggles’ is a very unusual dwarf Eastern white pine. ‘Wiggles’ has contorted branches and twisted needles that give the overall form a very unique appearance. The foliage of this little pine is similar to the larger growing Pinus strobus ‘Torulosa’. These twisted needles have a soft texture to them and a blue-green color. ‘Wiggles’ is a very small pine that only reaches about 2 feet tall at maturity with a flat canopy. ‘Wiggles’ has a sister plant called Pinus strobus ‘Squiggles’ that grows very similarly but gets a little larger than ‘Wiggles’ 10 Year Size: Height: 1-2 feet Width: 1-2 feet

Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Snow’ is a dwarf Sawara false cypress with a very short, squatty habit. ‘Snow will form a small, dense ball over time. ‘Snow gets its name from the light grey, bluish color that this dwarf conifer exhibits. Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Snow’ grows at an extremely slow rate of only about an inch or so per year. However, ‘Snow’ works very well as a companion plant in small gardens. Make sure to give ‘Snow’ a decent amount of sun per day to maintain its color. 10 Year Size: Height: 1-2 feet Width: 1-2 feet

Pinus strobus 'Umbraculifera' is known as the umbrella eastern white pine. This is a stunning dwarf conifer prized for its broad, rounded canopy and soft, bluish-green needles. This slow-growing conifer forms a dense, umbrella-like shape, making it a striking focal point in landscapes, rock gardens, and Japanese style plantings. Pinus strobus 'Umbraculifera' is a naturally dwarf variety that matures to 6 to 10 feet tall and wide over many years. 'Umbraculifera' has a broad, spreading habit with layered branches that create an elegant, sculptural appearance. 'Umbraculifera' has long, flexible, bluish-green needles that give it a delicate texture and year-round appeal. Pinus strobus 'Umbraculifera' is ideal for small gardens or bonsai. 'Umbraculifera' will add year round interest with minimal maintenance. Pinus strobus 'Umbraculifera' is an excellent choice for those seeking a distinctive, slow-growing pine with a refined and natural aesthetic. Its graceful form and soft foliage make it a valuable addition to any garden setting. 10 Year Size: Height: 6-8 feet   Width: 6-8 feet

Acer palmatum 'Umegae' is a striking Japanese maple known for its large, dark mahogany-colored leave. This tree grows to about 12 feet tall at maturity, making it a great choice for mid-sized landscapes. In the fall, Umegae dazzles with a brilliant display of orange and crimson red foliage, adding a vibrant pop of color to the autumn landscape.