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Native Plant Synoptic Garden
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‘Glauca Prostrata’- A great blue form that holds its needle color. Grows very broad and
flat (Krussman, 1985). Can be sited in the transition zone between the “Alpine Zone” and
“Valley Bottom”.
(Photo: Oregon State University, 1999-2004)
‘Jeddeloh’- A round growing cultivar with greenish-blue foliage (Krussman, 1985). A
little to large for the “Alpine Zone”, but suitable if sited in open areas of the “Valley
Bottom”.
‘La Graciosa’
‘Pendula’- A weeping form of the species. Can be used in the “Alpine Zone” or in the
transition area to the “Valley Bottom”.
‘Sherwoodii’- A golden-yellow needled form (Krussman, 1985). Brightens a landscape.
Can be used in the “Forested Ridge” section to brighten up areas near dark foliaged
evergreens.
Acer circinatum- Commonly found under a canopy of conifers. Can be grown in open sunny
sites as well. It is generally bushier and more compact with sun exposure. Has a good fall color
display of pure yellow to flaming red leaves. Ethnobotany: Used in tool making utilizing the
dense hard wood.
‘Alleyne Cook’- Dwarf upright form of A. circinatum. Can be used in the “Alpine
Zone” due to its small size.
‘Glen Del’- (Hill, 2004).
‘Little Gem’- Nice compact shrub that has smaller leaves than the type. Could be
placed in any zone except the “Wetland Zone”. Tolerant of sunny and shady positions.
Fall color best on exposed sunny spots.
(Photo: Oregon State University, 1999-2004)