The best combination for flowering includes partial sun with well-draining soils

The Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Obelisk’ Tree more commonly known as the Alder-leaved Serviceberry Tree is a small deciduous tree

making it ideal for filling garden borders or adding interest to shaded areas

fence or decorative ground cover to suppress weeds

Carpinus betulus Hydrangea serrata 'Preziosa' The best combination for floweringThe Carpinus betulus more commonly known as the Hornbeam is often confused with the common Beech with similar shaped leaves, however, Hornbeam leaves are smaller and more deeply grooved than Beech leaves. The Hornbeam is monoecious, meaning that both female and male catkins can be found on the same tree. After pollination, the female catkins progress into delicate, green winged fruits, known as Samaras. Small birds and mammals feed on these Samaras