Plants in family rosaceae
Cotoneaster acutifolius
Cotoneaster acutifolius is a deciduous shrub with upright, spreading branches and shiny deep green leaves. It produces pink flowers in mid-spring and small black berries, with fall colors of scarlet, orange, and purplish hues.
Malus domestica 'Mutsu'
Malus domestica 'Mutsu' is a cross between Golden Delicious and Indo Apple, producing large greenish-yellow fruit with a sweet-tart flavor. This prolific apple tree requires a pollinator and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Known for its fragrant pinkish-white blossoms, it is a popular choice for home orchards.
Malus domestica 'Chehalis'
Malus domestica 'Chehalis' is a scab-resistant heirloom apple variety known for its large yellow apples with a pink blush. This early harvest tree requires 800 chill hours and is self-pollinating, though it benefits from a pollinator. The apples have a crisp texture and mild flavor, suitable for fresh eating, baking, applesauce, and cider. 'Chehalis' thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, and can grow in clay soils if not wet. It requires summer pruning for size control and ripens in September.
Malus domestica 'Gibson Yellow Delicious'
Malus domestica 'Gibson Yellow Delicious' is an apple tree variety known for producing large, green to golden-yellow fruit with a smooth skin and less russeting than other golden delicious types. It blooms with fragrant white blossoms in spring and offers a yellow fall color. This self-pollinating tree benefits from a pollinating partner and typically yields a large crop from late September through mid-October. It requires full sun and well-drained soil, with annual pruning in late winter to maintain its moderate size and productivity.
Rubus 'Sweetie Pie'
Rubus 'Sweetie Pie' is a thornless blackberry variety known for its high heat and humidity tolerance, producing up to 15 pounds of fruit per plant. It is disease resistant and requires full sun and trellis support.
Pyrus communis 'Clapp's Favorite'
Pyrus communis 'Clapp's Favorite' is a pear tree known for its medium-large, red-blushed golden fruit with soft, juicy ivory-white flesh. This tree produces fragrant white blooms and glossy green foliage, which turns red, purple, and golden in the fall. It is disease-resistant and requires 600-800 chill hours for optimal fruit production. Cross-pollination is necessary for fruit set, and the tree matures early with a moderate growth rate. 'Clapp's Favorite' is a reliable choice for home orchards, offering both ornamental beauty and delicious fruit. Its adaptability to various climates and resistance to common pear diseases make it a valuable addition to any garden. The tree's vibrant fall color and fragrant blooms add seasonal interest, while its fruit provides a tasty harvest for fresh eating or culinary use.
Pyrus 'Golden Spice'
Pyrus 'Golden Spice' is a tree known for its yellow fruit with a red blush and spicy sweet flavor. It features white blossoms in spring and glossy green foliage that turns burgundy in fall. This tree grows 15-20 feet tall and is resistant to Fireblight, requiring a pollination partner and full sun.
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Lemon Candy'
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Lemon Candy' is a dwarf ninebark with vibrant chartreuse leaves that last from spring to fall. This compact shrub requires no deadheading or pruning, making it low-maintenance. It prefers a sunny location to achieve its best color and produces white flowers in the spring. Its small size and bright foliage make it an excellent choice for adding color to garden borders or as a standalone feature.
Prunus cerasus 'Meteor'
Prunus cerasus 'Meteor' is a cold-hardy cherry tree that produces tart cherries with dark red skin and yellow flesh. It is self-fruitful, meaning it does not require another tree for pollination, and is known for its profuse white blossoms in spring. The tree's foliage turns a striking yellow and blaze orange in the fall. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring 800 chill hours to produce fruit.
Prunus avium 'Royal Ann'
Prunus avium 'Royal Ann' is a semi-dwarf cherry tree known for its golden-yellow cherries with a red blush and sweet, firm flesh. This tree requires a pollinator to produce fruit and thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun exposure. It is cold hardy and grows at a medium rate, reaching 12-18 inches per year. The tree can yield up to 50 pounds of fruit, making it a productive addition to any garden.
Rubus 'Chester Thornless'
Rubus 'Chester Thornless' is a thornless blackberry variety known for its high yields of large, sweet berries. This disease-resistant and heat-tolerant plant is cold hardy in zones 5-8 and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is self-pollinating and drought-resistant once established.
Pyrus pyrifolia
Pyrus pyrifolia is a pear tree producing bronzy-yellow fruit with speckled skin and creamy, sweet flesh. It is self-fertile but benefits from a pollinator for better yield. This tree requires 400-500 chill hours and is known for its disease resistance and vibrant fall foliage.
Rubus idaeus 'Cascade Gold'
Rubus idaeus 'Cascade Gold' is a raspberry plant that bears large, firm golden berries with a sweet-tart taste in summer. It is self-pollinating and friendly to pollinators and songbirds. This plant requires full sun and well-drained soil, thriving in USDA zones 4-8.
Prunus avium 'Lapins'
Prunus avium 'Lapins' is a cherry tree cultivar that produces large, juicy sweet cherries and is self-fruitful, meaning it can pollinate other cherry varieties. It is resistant to fruit splitting and requires 800-900 chill hours. The tree is cold hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and prefers full sun with well-drained soil. It also offers great fall color with orange, red, and yellow leaves.
Pyrus communis 'Magness'
Pyrus communis 'Magness' is a pear tree known for its medium to large fruit with bronzy-red blushed skin and soft, juicy white flesh. This aromatic fruit is less gritty and has a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The tree is disease-resistant and requires pollination from different varieties, thriving in USDA zones 5-9 with full sun and well-drained soil.
Rosa 'Tropicana'
Rosa 'Tropicana' is a rose variety known for its highly fragrant, massive blooms with intense salmon coloration. It blooms from late spring to fall and grows 4-5 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide. This rose prefers full sun and well-drained, enriched soils, making it ideal for floral design and sun gardens.