The ChildQuest Center for the Cognitive Development of the Child s Mind arranged for a planting design around their kiddy playground. Before installation of plant material they are asking for a second opinion on the plant material selected. For each of the following two plants, identify a landscape maintenance problem that would restrict its use in a heavily managed landscape. Note for Elaeagnus , I DO NOT consider the thorns to be a landscape maintenance problem 7. Prone to leaf spot fungus.
New growth is bright red.
An evergreen shrub that takes pruning well and is therefore often used as a hedge. Normally grows wider than high. Small erect racemes of flowers in spring are followed by black fruits. Dwarf cultivars of this plant are grown for their red fall and winter foliage color. Circle the two correct choices.