As the vibrant hues of summer transition into the warm and earthy tones of autumn, gardeners have a wonderful opportunity to infuse their landscapes with the charm and history of heirloom varieties.

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Leaves turn vibrant shades of red, purple, orange and yellow in the autumn. Inconspicuous green flowers are borne in spring. The grey bark develops distinctive ridging on mature trees ...

A compact, low-growing deciduous shrub with a dense rounded habit, reddish-purple multi stems that appear vibrant after autumns leaf fall, and blue-green foliage. Silvery catkins appear in early ...

drought-resistant and easy to plant halms by seed. Coral bells come with a blend of bright leaves in shades of purple, red, and green, coupled with small bell-shaped flowers that grow well in summer.