The finely textured, sunny foliage of the winning Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Golden Mop’ develops vibrant new spring growth that retains its brilliance and shines in the garden all year. Well-behaved, compact and hardy, the low, mounding conifer makes a versatile addition to border, bank or foundation. It produces best color in full sun and performs even in areas challenged by heat and humidity. Mature size: 8’H x 8’W Zone 7
Thuja occidentalis ‘Hetz Wintergreen’ is an excellent alternative to American Arborvitae trees that take on bronze winter tones, this durable green selection stays green all year long. For a fast, reliable, green privacy screen or an attractive, conical green accent, this adaptable, hardy tree will fill the bill. Mature Size: 25’H x 6’W
Picea pungens ‘Fat Albert’, so easy and shapely, this outstanding, blue-needled tree produces a strong, naturally-straight leader and a full, pyramidal form as both a young plant and a mature tree. Part of the Jean Iseli Signature series, it was personally selected by Jean from thousands of seedlings and whimsically named by Don Howse, a longtime friend of the nursery and self-proclaimed “plant addict.” A perfect and predictable Colorado Blue Spruce, it requires no staking or training to achieve its outstanding, formal stature. The uniformity of this cultivar has allowed it to establish itself as a standard in the trade. Mature size: 25’H x 15’W
Named for an ancient German city in a nursery region similar to Oregon’s Willamette Valley, the beautiful Pinus cembra ‘Westerstede’ represents the finest in hardy garden conifers. Long, luxurious needles give the small, upright tree a full, fluffy look. It has graceful branching, dense form, attractive color and striking cones that offer year-round interest and character in a small space. Mature size: 12’H x 8’W
The product of forestry research by Don Fowler in New Brunswick, Canada, this selection is intermediate in characteristics between pungens and glauca, with short, dark green needles, a uniform pyramidal shape and moderate growth rate. The natural Christmas-tree shape and sturdy constitution make it a desirable addition to landscapes where hardiness and adaptability are required. Named by Mr. Fowler for his granddaughter. Mature size: 20’H x 15’W
Selected for beautifying the gardens in our harshest climate areas ‘Arctos’ is a handsome specimen in more temperate climates as well. Very small, blue-green needles cover the stiff, horizontal and upwardly angular branches of this broadly conical tree. Unique color and pleasing texture are offered by this cultivar. Mature size 20’H x 10’W
Planted in 2020
Replanted in 2024
Replanted in 2024
