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< Back Maple (ACER NEGUNDO) - 'Sensation' ‘Sensation' was discovered by Warren Carnefix in Southwestern Idaho and it has a much improved branch structure and central leader than other varieties within the species. Spring foliage emerges brilliant in hues of copper red which fade to green with red highlights during the summer months then later turn soft, bright red in the fall. This unique and stunning tree is highly adaptable to site conditions including wet or dry soils and is extremely hardy. During it's youth, it forms a pyramidal shape and spreads as it ages. The trunk is silvery in tone and enhances the spectacular foliage beautifully. Furthermore, because it is a male seedless variety, it is considerably less attractive to boxelder bugs. Rising to a stature of 40 feet tall and roughly 30 feet wide, the 'Sensation Box Elder' Maple is nothing short of magnificent. Hardy to USDA Hardiness zone 3 and tough enough for dry, alkaline conditions, this makes an excellent specimen tree in the landscape, but looks handsome in group plantings as well. Plant this fast growing tree in full sun and water regularly. Once established, it only has moderate water requirements of 1/2" of water every 7-10 days. Pruning while young will help achieve the form you desire, but be sure to follow best pruning practices in order to promote health, provide air circulation, maintain a desirable shape, and to remove dead or damaged branches. Pruning is best done in late winter to early spring before the tree breaks dormancy. Protect the trunk especially while young to prevent damage from lawn mowing or other yard activities as well as winter burn. Previous Next

< Back Raspberry - 'Heritage' This heirloom variety was long considered the standard variety for production and high-quality fruit by which fall-bearing varieties were judged. Heritage is a highly popular variety for home gardeners. The fall crop is highly productive and ripens from the end of August through October, depending on your location. The berries have good size, color and flavor. The red fruit is good for jam and freezing and is delicious for fresh use, as well. Freezing quality is good, winter hardiness is excellent, fruit is medium-large and firm. Best grown in zones 4 - 8. Preferred soil pH of 6.5 - 6.8 for raspberry plants. This fall bearing raspberry plant bears some fruit the first fall of planting year, and either summers or falls after that depending on how it is managed. Very easy to grow. Previous Next

The People Behind The Plants Simply Sunshine Nursery ~ Established 2021 There's an old adage that you can take the farmer off the farm, but you can't take the farm out of the farmer - how true that is! After making the move away from acres of farm land, we haven't lost our love for digging in the dirt and nurturing young things to grow. This is what our family does together, and we hope that our experience gardening against the odds, connecting with the land, and relying on hard work can help you with your own adventures. Even more than that, we quote our daughter when she said as a 3- year old, "Happy Sunshine!" That is what we hope to bring to you - many happy experiences with the sunshine!!

< Back Spruce, Norway (PICEA ABIES) - 'PAULS SELECT' Norway Spruce Unique blue color that makes this pyramidal cultivar a standout in the garden and landscape. 'Paul's Select' is suitable as a stand alone or specimen plant due to it's brilliant blue color. Useful as windbreak tree and good alternative to Colorado Blue Spruce selections where disease pressure is an issue from overplanting. Moderate growth rate, performs well under dry conditions. Under ideal conditions reaches 15-25' ft tall and 5-6 ft wide with an intermediate growth rate. USDA Hardiness Zone 3 requiring full sun to partial shade and a moist, well-drained site. Previous Next

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< Back False Spirea (SORBARIA SORBIFOLIA) - 'MR. MUSTARD' ​ ​ Previous Next

< Back Oak (QUERCES X WAREI) - 'Kindred Spirit' Kindred Spirit® Oak is a hybrid of a Swamp Oak (Q. bicolor) and the Columnar English Oak (Q. robur 'Fastigiata'). It has a columnar growth habit and it was bred to be powdery mildew resistant. Even though it is a hybrid it still produces acorns that provide a food source for small mammals. Once established it is drought tolerant and it does tolerate clay soils and salt well. Fast growing and very narrow, this tree sports glossy, dark green large-lobed leaves that turn an outstanding red in the fall. It has strong branches stemming from a strong central leader and is also resistant to drought. The columnar shape of Kindred Spirit® Oak reaches a mature height of 30 feet and spread of 6 feet. Rated at USDA Hardiness Zone 4a, this tree makes an excellent ornamental in the landscape and is highly resistant to mildew and drought. This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions. It is not particular as to soil type or pH and is highly tolerant of urban pollution. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and should NOT be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live to approximately 150 years or more making this a heritage tree for future generations. Also called 'Ware's Oak' or 'Hybrid Oak'. Kindred Spirit Oak looks best without pruning, but will tolerate it. It needs only occasional maintenance and upkeep and is a good choice for attracting squirrels to your yard. Excellent used as a vertical accent or a hedge or privacy screen. Previous Next

< Back Raspberry - 'Yellow Anne' Released by the cooperative breeding program of MD, NJ, VA and WI, 'Yellow Anne' raspberry has special characteristics. 'Anne' is a large-fruited fall bearer that ripens at the same time as 'Heritage'. Fruit holds a pale yellow color and is highly productive. 'Anne's' excellent large size, appearance, and very sweet flavor make it an excellent choice for a yellow fall bearer. Best grown in zones 4 - 7. Preferred soil pH of 6.5 - 6.8 for raspberry plants. This fall bearing yellow raspberry plant bears some fruit the first fall of planting year, and either summers or falls after that depending on how it is managed. Previous Next

< Back Oak (QUERCES MACROCARPA) - 'Burr Oak' Despite it's rugged, dull appearance, the tough and timeless nature of Burr Oak makes this a valuable tree in the landscape, particularly in harsh climates. It has a rounded, open form, slow growth rate, and is very adaptable to adverse and dry soil conditions. It does much better in higher alkalinity than most other oak and is more drought resistant as well. It's dark gray, rough, corky-like bark develops deep ridges as it ages and it's dark green leaves exhibit more vegetative variation than other oaks. Fall color varies from dull yellow, yellow green to yellow brown and the acorns that it grows tend to be 3/4 - 1 1/2" long. Strength, hardiness, and durability are traits of Burr Oak that make it a tree worth the wait. Burr Oak reaches a magnificent height of 50 feet with a spread of equal distance. It is extremely cold hardy down to USDA Hardiness Zone 2. Plant in full sunlight. Not particular as to soils - it grows well in acidic, alkaline, loamy, sandy, well-drained, wet and clay soils. While it prefers moderate moisture, the tree develops drought tolerance once established. Tolerates pollution and heat stress. Extremely long-lived and valuable for food for wildlife with rather large acorns. Previous Next