Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana' #6 slideshow The Acer palmatum dissectum 'Seiryu'

The Acer palmatum dissectum 'Seiryu' Japanese Maple is vigorous growing lace leaf stunner that tolerates the hot hot heat of summer

Veronica 'Blue Yonder' speedwell has striking blue blooms on a thin tight creeping mat-forming plant

is a ground cover with a great variegation

Fertilization: Apply a high-phosphorus fertilizer at the first signs of growth in spring

The Madison container is a the perfect outdoor pot

Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana' #6 slideshow The Acer palmatum dissectum 'Seiryu'Carpinus Betulus 'Columnaris Nana' is a dwarf variety of European Hornbeam. The slow growing with a narrow form makes it an excellent street tree as pruning is not necessary, though it does take a hard pruning if a hedge is desired. In fall characteristic green leaves give way to an outstanding display of yellow, orange foliage. Light: full sun to part shade Soil: well drained, regular garden soil Height at maturity: 6 8' Width at maturity: 3 4'