Plants in family rosaceae
Rosa 'Chuckles'
Rosa 'Chuckles' is a hardy Canadian-bred rose with bright pink blooms and red rosehips. It is cold-hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and attracts bees, butterflies, and songbirds with its repeat flowering from late spring until frost.
Rosa 'Burgundy Iceberg'
Rosa 'Burgundy Iceberg' is a deciduous woody perennial rose with deep burgundy blooms and lighter reverse. It is thorn-free and disease-resistant, thriving in USDA zones 5 to 9. This rose requires full sun, well-drained soil, and regular moisture, with pruning recommended in early spring.
Prunus persica 'Elberta'
Prunus persica 'Elberta' is the most popular home garden peach variety in the U.S., known for its large, yellow freestone fruit with a bright red blush. Introduced in 1889, it is self-fruitful, disease and insect resistant, and requires 800-900 chill hours. This tree produces gorgeous pink to purple flowers and is drought tolerant once established.
Rosa 'Perfume Delight'
Rosa 'Perfume Delight' is a magenta-colored rose with a unique towering tree form and a strong fragrance. It is disease-resistant, drought-tolerant, and handles coastal conditions well. This repeat bloomer thrives in USDA zones 7-10 and is a beautiful addition to any garden.
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Heavenly White'
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Heavenly White' is a nectarine variety with russety red skin and creamy white flesh. Known for its large, firm, and sweet fruit, it offers a complex tropical flavor. This self-fruitful plant is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9 and requires full sun and well-drained soil.
Malus domestica 'Wildung'
Malus domestica 'Wildung' is an apple variety bred for its resistance to browning after cutting. It offers a sweet yet slightly tart flavor and is very cold hardy, requiring 800-1000 chill hours. This apple ripens in September and can be stored for up to 2 months.
Prunus armeniaca 'Tomcot'
Prunus armeniaca 'Tomcot' is an apricot tree known for its orange freestone fruits and early harvest season. It requires 500 chill hours and is partially self-pollinating, though it produces larger crops with another variety nearby. This tree is adaptable to various climates and resists late frost, making it a dependable choice for home gardens. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun and moderate water needs.
Prunus persica 'Diamond Princess'
Prunus persica 'Diamond Princess' is a peach tree with deep pink skin and a crisp, yellow-fleshed texture. It produces fragrant pink flowers that attract pollinators. This self-fruitful tree is hardy in USDA zones 6-9 and is ideal for grilling and baking.
Prunus serotina
Prunus serotina, also known as black cherry, is a native shade tree with pollinator-friendly white flowers and purple-black fruits that ripen in late summer. It has a distinctive cherry-like fragrance and its foliage turns yellow in the fall. This tree grows 50-80 feet tall and is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9, requiring full sun and well-drained soil.
Rubus idaeus 'Heritage'
Rubus idaeus 'Heritage' is an everbearing raspberry known for its self-fertile nature and ability to produce berries from July until the first frost. It is cold-hardy and features firm, deep pinkish-red berries. The plant is vigorous and low maintenance, attracting birds and wildlife while requiring full sun and well-drained, moderately moist soil. It needs approximately 300 chill hours and should be pruned in very early spring.
Potentilla fruticosa 'Mckay's White'
Potentilla fruticosa 'Mckay's White' is a compact, rounded shrub with deep-green ferny foliage and creamy white blooms with yellow centers. It blooms from late spring to first frost and is cold-hardy in USDA zones 2-7. This sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant attracts butterflies and features peeling bark for winter interest.
Prunus persica 'Cresthaven'
Prunus persica 'Cresthaven' is a cold-hardy peach tree producing sweet, yellow, fuzzy fruit with a reddish-orange blush. It features bright pink, fragrant flowers and is self-pollinating. The tree grows 12 to 18 feet tall and is suitable for USDA zones 5 to 8.
Rosa 'Meipomolo'
Rosa 'Meipomolo' is a versatile rose variety that offers a spectrum of colors from pink to yellow and vibrant orange. It features dark green semi-glossy foliage and blooms from spring to fall, thriving in USDA zones 5-11. This rose is known for its ease of growth, requiring full sun and well-draining soil. Its sweet fragrance and minimal pruning needs make it a delightful choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet visually appealing plant.
Rosa 'Scentimental'
Rosa 'Scentimental' is a floribunda rose with long-lasting blooms that are white with red and burgundy stripes. It has a strong spicy fragrance and was awarded the 1997 All-American Rose Selection. This rose is hardy in USDA zones 6-10 and tolerates challenging garden conditions, including humidity and pollution. It requires full sun and regular care to thrive.
Prunus domestica 'Bruce'
Prunus domestica 'Bruce' is a hybrid plum tree known for its heat and drought tolerance. It produces showy white flowers that mature into red plums with a mildly sweet taste. This early ripening variety requires cross-pollination and grows well in hardiness zones 5-9.
Rosa 'Burst Of Joy'
Rosa 'Burst Of Joy' is a Floribunda rose with bi-color blooms of sunshine-yellow and coral, known for its fragrance and excellent disease resistance. This rose is a prolific bloomer, providing beautiful cut flowers and attracting pollinators. It thrives in full sun and well-drained, enriched soil, making it a vibrant addition to any garden.
Rubus idaeus 'Joan J'
Rubus idaeus 'Joan J' is a thornless raspberry variety producing fruit from mid-September until the first frost, with two harvests per year. Cold-hardy in zones 4 to 8, it is self-pollinating and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Regular pruning after harvest helps maintain its productivity.
Prunus domestica 'Bavay's Green Gage'
Prunus domestica 'Bavay's Green Gage' is a unique heirloom plum with green frosted skin and flesh, known for its full-bodied flavor. This freestone variety ripens in mid-September and is self-fruitful, though it yields more with a pollinator. It requires 700 chill hours and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, making it a cold-tolerant choice for zones 5-8. Its compact growth and deep-green foliage add to its appeal as a dessert plum.
Malus domestica 'Sweet Sixteen'
Malus domestica 'Sweet Sixteen' is an apple tree that produces yellow and pinkish-red streaked apples with flavors of vanilla, anise, and molasses. It has fragrant white blossoms in late spring and requires a pollinator. This tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Malus 'Whitney'
Malus 'Whitney' is a fruit-bearing tree known for its large, pink and yellow striped apples that are crispy, juicy, and tart. It blooms with white flowers in spring and is self-pollinating, requiring 700-900 chill hours. This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a popular choice for home orchards.
Rosa 'Just Joey'
Rosa 'Just Joey' is a hybrid tea rose with tawny apricot flowers and a spicy fragrance. Blooming from late spring through fall, it is heat and humidity tolerant and grows well in USDA zones 7 to 9. This rose is pest and disease-resistant, reaching 3 to 4 feet in height and width, and thrives in full sun with enriched, well-draining soil.
Prunus armeniaca 'Goldcot'
Prunus armeniaca 'Goldcot' is a self-pollinating apricot tree that produces medium-sized golden fruit in early August. It is tolerant of cold and wet climates and features white flowers with a pink blush in spring. This tree grows well in USDA zones 5 to 8, preferring full sun and well-drained soil.
Prunus armeniaca 'Canadian White Blenheim'
Prunus armeniaca 'Canadian White Blenheim' is an apricot variety known for its creamy-yellow skinned fruit and high productivity. It is resistant to the Plum Pox virus and features frilly pink blossoms that attract pollinators. This late-season harvest requires a pollinator and 700 chill hours, thriving in full sun with well-drained soil.