Crusader Hawthorn

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The Crusader Hawthorn, 'Crataegus crusgalli "Crusader' , is small tree that produces an abundance of white flowers in the spring. The Crusader is a very hardy tree. The white flowers are followed by dark red fruits which persist into winter. This thornless Hawthron has glossy green foliage and displays brilliant maroon colors in the fall. The branches are arranged in a pleasing layered habit. The Crusader Hawthron is tolerant to shearing which makes this an excellent barrier or large hedge plant. This tree is tolerant to tough urban conditions and pollution. Use this thornless tree for both street and lawn plantings. ... more information

Silverbell The Carolina Silverbell tree, Halesia carolina, also known as Mountain Silverbell, Snowdrop tree, and Oppossum Wood, is common and reaches its greatest size in the southern Appalachian Mountains where it is called mountain silverbell. This attractive shrub, or small tree, grows in moist soils along streams in the understory of hardwood forests. It has a moderate growth rate and lives about 100 years. Place in full sun to partial shade. The white bell-shaped flowers and small size make it a desirable tree for landscaping. The seeds are eaten by squirrels and the flowers provide honey for bees. Fall color is chartreuse to yellow-brown. Silverbell trees exhibit pendulous bell-shaped white flowers in spring.

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