Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania trees, shrubs & perennials

Here are some of the plants, which we carry at Tall Timbers Nursery, that make up the Lehigh Valley's largest selection of rare and unusual species of plants . By no means is this list complete, we carry hundreds of different varieties of trees, shrubs, herbs and perennials. This page will change so make sure to bookmark it and check back for information on different species. (Click here for a more complete list)

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TREES & SHRUBS

		*Weeping European Larch(Larix decidua Pendula) Another of the deciduous conifers. Beautiful green foliage, as the plant matures it begins to take on a fountain like look. Like the Weeping White Pine, and Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar, the height can be determined by staking the tree. The lush green foliage makes this an excellent plant for entrances and as a centerpiece to any planting. Weeping larch should be planted in an area protected form wind and severe weather. Weeping European Larch can tolerate well drained to wet soil, a 10-10-10 fertilizer, and need at least 4 hours of sun per day.*		*Weeping Siberian Pea(Caragana arborescens Pendula) Small deciduous weeping tree. The delicate foliage and bright yellow flowers, make this a truly unique plant to add to any home landscape. It flowers in mid-may, and has light green segmented foliage. The plants are usually no more than four feet tall, and their growth will continue downward. This species is very hardy and drought tolerant. Excellent specimen plant to soften up a hard exterior. Weeping Siberian Pea can tolerate well drained to slightly wet soil, a 10-10-10 fertilizer, and need at least 4 hours of sun per day.*

		*Dawn Redwood(Metasequoia glyptostroboides) One of the deciduous conifers. Known to grow up to 120 feet tall and 30 feet wide. Foliage is light green and segmented, with an evergreen needle look. In the fall(shown at right), foliage turns to a reddish brown before dropping. Excellent tree for wet areas. Dawn Redwoods like well drained to wet areas, and acid fertilizer, and need at least 6 hours of sun per day.*		*Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar(Cedrus atlantica Glauca Pendula) Another of the graceful weeping evergreens. Interesting blue color, height can be altered just like the weeping white pine. Excellent accent to water gardens. Blue Atlas Cedars enjoy well drained soil, acid fertilizers, and need at least 6 hours of sun per day.*

PERENNIALS

		*Coreopsis* Grows to 18 inches tall and can spread up to 3 feet. Beautiful long lasting yellow flowers make this a fantastic plant to use as a border where color is a must. Blooming begins in late spring and continues into early to mid summer. Coreopsis enjoys topsoil, a perennial plant food, and likes full sun.
		*Bee Balm* Grows to 3 feet tall and spreads three to four feet. Beautiful red blooms are known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds(one is hanging around the left edge of the blooms) The big red blooms add color and beauty to perennial gardens or as a background to specimen planting. Bee Balm enjoys topsoil, a perennial plant food (Such as Flowertone) and likes full sun.
		*Japanese Blood Grass* Grows to 18 inches tall and can spread about 2 feet. The maroon tips of this perennial grass make it a distinctive accent. Excellent for planting under and around ornamental trees or by itself in a grouping. Japanese Blood Grass enjoys topsoil, a perennial plant food, and likes full sun to partial shade.