Serviceberry Tree*

We are considering a serviceberry as a small specimen tree at the front of our house, on the north side, close to the house in average soil. It gets very little direct sun, but is not deep shade. We’re looking…

Heptacodium miconioides – Seven Son Flower*

I read about this plant in a Marjorie Harris article and on Paul’s Plant Picks on this website. Do you know where I would find it in Toronto? I have been searching for an interesting small tree for some time…

Trees for small spaces*

I have built flower boxes, using stone, that follow the steps at grade leading to my backyard at the side of my house. I have 5 flower boxes in all. The first two are 3.5 x 3.5 feet square. The…