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12 MI. RD.

11 MI. RD.

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1126 N. PONTIAC TRAIL • WALLED LAKE
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More Than
Floors

Blossoming Boughs

appeared. The lovely heart-shaped
foliage comes later, turning yellow in
the fall to produce yet another stun-
ning show.
Northerners who've been south in
the early spring always vow to plant
at least one of these trees, especially
after a drive through the rolling hills
of Tennessee where they flower so
abundantly.
These beauties fare best if planted
in a protected spot on the north or
east side of a structure, in a protected
courtyard or in semi-shade along the
edge of woods. After all, in the wild,
they grow in woods along flood
plains.
Many people don't realize that in
addition to the purple-pink type, there
is a white (Cercis canadensis "Alba")
and a relatively new variety, "Wither's
Pink Charm" with pink blooms.
Imagine the redbud blooming near
a white dogwood. These make mar-
velous companions and have many
of the same planting requirements.
As a matter of fact, when someone
mentions "spring-flowering trees," it's
probably the native flowering
dogwood (Cornus florida) that most
often comes to mind.
Anyone seeing the weeping Migan
cherry (Prunus subhirtella pendula)
for the first time usually goes into a
swoon. This breathtaking beauty pro-
duces arching cascades of delicate
pink blossoms.
Another — and probably the most
grown ornamental cherry — is
"Kwanzan" (Prunus serrulata).
Branches blaze with pink blooms so
thick it's hard to see the bark
beneath, one of the reasons it's so
popular. Another reason is that it can
readily be found in most local
nurseries.
Keep in mind that ornamental
cherries aren't as rugged as the
natives. Experts warn not to plant in
wet areas or where periods of ex-
treme heat or cold occur. Consult
with your local nursery for details in
your area.
So, while walking and driving
around this spring, take a look
around at all this flowery beauty, and
decide just which trees you might like
to plant around your house.