Salix nakamurana var. yezoalpinaShrub. Upright, yellow catkins are silky and fuzzy, appearing early spring. Ovate, bright green leaves emerge with silky white hairs and mature to gold in fall. Prostrate and spreading. Grows 1 2ft ht, up to 10ft wide. Full sun to part shade. Zone 4

July Hardiness Zone 4 Category Perennials

Acer palmatum ‘Sharp’s Pygmy’ was originally discovered as a naturally compact seedling

full exposure should be avoided in hot climates

It has an upright shape

annual growth rate of 12 to 18 inches (30 - 45 cm)

Slate-blue and green foliage with yellow seed heads in fall

7 x 5' in 10 years

This Japanese Maple cultivar is best known for its bright pumpkin-orange color in fall

so the yellow really stands out

an annual growth rate of 2 to 4 inches (5 - 10 cm)

it makes for a great accent piece in living rooms and even patios

silvery-white leaves