Instant Impact!!

Hard to miss these giant Acer p. 'Sango Kaku' specimens...  These have been cut back a few times to promote an abundance of bright red stems.  These are approx 10/12' tall and wide with 5" calipers.  Perfect for a backdrop of color. 

Acer p. 'Sango Kaku'  specimen

Acer p. 'Sango Kaku'  row of color

Bonsai Climbing Hydrangea

These Hydrangea an. petiolaris have been trained for several years to develop thick heavy stalks, all with very unique character.  We recently hard pruned about 15 of them to create an open twisting habit.  Most are between 4-6' tall.

Hydrangea an. pet. Bonsai

Hydrangea an. pet.  Bonsai, alt view

Jr Specimen Taxus- green and gold !

We have a limited amount of both Taxus b. 'Stricta' and Taxus b. 'Stricta Aurea'.  The green Taxus b. 'Stricta' range from 7-10', all with very nice form.

Taxus bac. 'Stricta'  8/9' 

Taxus bac. 'Stricta'  9/10'

The Taxus bac. 'Stricta Aurea' are slightly shorter, but still big for this variety.  Most are in the 7-9' range.

Taxus bac. 'Stricta Aurea'  7/8'

Taxus bac. 'Stricta Aurea'  8/9'

Specimen Rhododendrons

We just located and brought in 2 large specimen Rhododendrons.  The first one is approx. 17/18'H x 20/22'W left to right & 17/18'W front to back. 

Rhododendron  specimen

It was just barely touching a house so it's slightly sided on one side, but will fill in nicely.  If that's not a concern, it looks amazing from 3 1/2 sides.  Color is pink.  Variety believed to be 'Alice'.  

Rhododendron specimen, back side

Rhodendron, specimen (? 'Alice' ?)

Rhododendron specimen, trunk close-up

Rhododendron, specimen  Flower Detail (? 'Alice' ?)

The second Rhodie is a red flowering variety (believed to be 'Lord Roberts') and is approx. 13/14'H x 17/18' left to right & 14/15' front to back.  It looks amazing from all sides, just a few woodpecker holes on the trunk (purely cosmetic).

Rhododendron specimen

Rhododendron specimen, alternate view

Rhododendron specimen (? 'Lord Roberts' ?)

Rhododendron specimen, trunk close-up

Rhododendron, specimen (?Lord Roberts?) flower

Giant Timber Bamboo specimens

Phyllostachys vivax is one of the fastest growing, hardiest timber bamboos.  It usually grows to approx. 40-45' tall with canes up to 4-5" wide. 

Phyllostachys vivax  specimen

Perfect for instance vertical accents, green screening or start your own bamboo grove.  This bamboo doesn't need much growing space to easily top 30' tall and is easily controlled with standard root pruning methods.

potting up  Phyllostachys vivax  specimens  

Acer griseum- specimen, shaped

It almost looks like a tree you draw when you're a kid.  This Acer griseum is perfectly symmetrical with excellent inner branching structure. 

Acer griseum  specimen

Acer griseum  fall color

 

 Its huge 7" caliper trunk supports a tree that's approx. 18/20'H x 12/14'W.

Acer griseum  specimen, trunk

Acer pal. 'Omurayama' specimen

This monster was just brought in from a local field.  It's a magnificent specimen Acer pal. 'Omurayama' (aka 'Omure Yama').  It's approx 10'H x 20'W (16' front to back) with a 6.5" caliper.  

 Acer palmatum 'Omurayama'  specimen

Acer p. 'Omurayama',  alternate view

A picturesque trunk and gently arching branches create a stunning view from either side.

Acer p. 'Omurayama'  trunk.  6.5" caliper

 Acer p. 'Omurayama' fall color

Sheared Tanyosho Pine specimens (Only 6 left)

We just located and dug 7 Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera'.  They had been lightly shaped in the past and we put a finishing shear on them.  They are approx 11/14'H x 10/12'W with trunks ranging from 7-12".  Perfect for a topiary garden or formal landscape.

Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifra'  sheared specimen

Pinus dens. 'Umbraculifera'  specimens

Specimen Shade Trees

While hunting for large unique specimens, we occasionally stumble upon some high caliper trees of more common varieties.  Nothing crazy about the types of trees listed here- what's impressive is the size and the instant mature look they provide.  This Nyssa sylvatica has a 6" caliper and is approx 14/16'H x 8/10'W.  Fall color is mind-blowing!

Nyssas sylvatica  Specimen

This Norwegian Sunset Maple is about as perfect as they come.  Approx 18/20'H x 16/18'W with a 6" caliper.  

 Acer truncatum x Acer platanoides 'Keithsform'  (Norwegian Sunset Maple)  Specimen

Acer truncatum x Acer platanoides 'Keithsform' is a heat-resistant J Frank Schmidt selection prized for its uniform canopy and superb branching structure.  Glossy green leaves turn yellow in fall.

Acer trunc. x Acer plat. 'Keithsform  (Norwegian Sunset Maple)   Specimen

6" caliper of Norwegian Sunset Maple

This Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat' will provide an instant established look.  It's approx 20/22'H x 12/14'W with a 5" caliper.  (The discoloration at top of photo is the beginning of the wine red fall color- not blight).

Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat'  Specimen

Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat'  Specimen,  alternate view

Mature bark on 5" caliper Aristocrat Pear specimen

Ulmus parv. 'Yatsubusa' specimen- SOLD

Appearing as a giant bonsai, the flexible branches and dense foliage of this Ulmus parvifolia 'Yatsubusa' specimen lends itself very well to training. 

Ulmus parv. 'Yatsubusa' specimen

The 10'H x 14'W size of this monster is impressive and gets better the closer you get.  Its corky bark is furrowed giving it an even older presence in the landscape. 

close up of Ulmus parv. 'Yatsubusa' trunk & bark

The tiny serrated leaves give the tree a very delicate texture and glow bright yellow in the spring. 

Leaves of Ulmus parv. 'Yatsubusa' just starting to change yellow for fall

Ulmus parv. 'Yatsubusa' fall color

Fall digging has arrived! Bringing in new maples

The rains are here and we're bringing in some beauties we found during the summer.  Hand selected from fields throughout Oregon, these specimens and junior specimens are truly unique. 

Freshly dug maples being potted up at our nursery.

Varieties include Acer shira. 'Aureum', Acer p.d. 'Seiryu', Acer p. 'Coonara Pygmy' & more...  Most of these are pushing 4" calipers.

Leaves of Acer p. 'Coonara Pygmy' changing for fall

The Acer p. 'Coonara Pygmy' have been trained as patio trees.  Some are round and more uniform; others have a unique, cloud shape to them.  Very cool! 

Acer p. 'Coonara Pygmy' specimen.  Approx 5/6'H x 7/8'W

Ginkgo biloba 'Jade Butterflies'

Only one of these available.  Very rare mature specimen Ginkgo biloba 'Jade Butterflies'.  Approx 8/9'H x 9/10'W with a 4" caliper trunk.  Very unique compact growth habit with aged ridged/furrowed bark.  

 Ginkgo b. 'Jade Butterflies' specimen

Even in winter, the silhouette is well worth a focal spot in the garden.

 Ginkgo b. 'Jade Butterflies' in winter

A Few Big Specimens

Make some room!  If you have the space, we've been locating large specimens for instant dramatic effect.  One of the largest trees we have available is a giant Weeping Birch.  Over 40' tall & 15/20' wide.

 Betula pendula    40' Specimen

This 20'+ Vanderwolf's Pyramid Pine has been sitting in a protected hillside maturing into a beautiful specimen.  It's approx. 22/24'H x 12/14'W.  It takes quite some time to achieve this size and fullness.  Only 1 available...

 Pinus flexilis 'Vanderwolf's Pyramid'  specimen

You can't debate its uniqueness among the plant kingdom.  The Monkey Puzzle Tree is a rarity in this region, yet easily recognizable by most.  Younger trees are upright and thin with distinct whorled branching, developing into unique specimens with age.  Just leave plenty of space within the drip line for giant falling cones as the tree matures.  

Araucaria araucana   18/20' Specimen

We have limited access to a few size ranges.  10/12', 12/14', 14/16', 16/18', 18/20'.  We also have one 5"caliper Specimen that's a bit fuller than the rest.

Araucaria araucana  16/18'

Araucaria araucana  14/16'

With spaces shrinking, it's harder to get the tree you want into the space you have.  More columnar and smaller varieties are being developed all the time.  One very popular species is the Ginkgo.  Rugged performers with brilliant yellow fall color.  These are narrow, upright columnar varieties of Ginkgo biloba with over-sized leaves (some are over 4" wide).  

 Ginkgo biloba- columnar, leaf detail 4"+

Most of these are 14/16'H x 2/3'W with 3-4" calipers.

Ginkgo biloba- columnar upright Specimen

Rare Specimen Rhodie- WHITE!!!

Seldom do we come across someone willing to let go of their mature Rhodie, let alone a white flowering variety.  This beauty is approx. 12/14'H x 12/14'W with 4 undulating exfoliating trunks.  It has to be moved for construction purposes and the current property has no more room.  

Specimen Rhododendron- White  12/14'H x 12/14'W

Pretty much speaks for itself.  Perfect accent or focal point.  Who knows when we'll find another white one...??? 

Specimen Rhododendron- white, side view

Specimen Rhododendron- white

Very Cool Maples

Ran across some lone soldiers standing proud in the fields just looking for a specimen location to be shown off.  This Acer japonicum 'Green Cascade' is approx 5/6'H x 10/11'W with a 4.25" caliper.  Would make an ideal focal point with its picturesque trunk, solid branching structure & reaching branch tips.

Acer japonicum 'Green Cascade'  specimen  5/6'H x 10/11'W

Acer jap. 'Green Cascade'  specimen, side view (tiered)

 Acer jap. 'Green Cascade'  trunk & branch detail

Two Acer palmatum 'Orido Nishiki' are available.  Their sharp edged variegation just keeps getting better the closer you get to the tree.  These are 2.5" caliper & approx. 10/12'H x 5/6'W.  Perfect upright accents.

Acer palmatum 'Orido Nishiki'  Jr Specimen

 Acer palmatum 'Orido Nishiki'  leaf detail

With one of the most spectacular leaf patterns, Peaches and Cream Japanese Maple is a fine detailed masterpiece.  This specimen is approx. 10/12'H x 10/12'W.  There's only one in this size that we know of right now...

Acer palmatum 'Peaches and Cream'  specimen

 Acer p. 'Peaches and Cream'  leaf detail

A funky twist on a delicate leafed maple.  These Acer p. d. 'Emerald Lace' have been staked and trained to reach 6/8' heights.  Keep training them to climb or let them weep and thicken out at this height for a nice large, trailing mound. 

 Acer palmatum dissectum 'Emerald Lace  6/8' staked