Catalpa bignonioides ~ Southern Catalpa trailing Nana Gracilis Hinoki Cypress is

Nana Gracilis Hinoki Cypress is a slow-growing dwarf evergreen conifer shrub with multi-stems that matures in pyramidal to conical habit

layered branching structure

紫錐菊(松果菊) Echinacea purpurea 'Green Jewel' -新加坡濱海灣花園 Gardens by the Bay

The seedpods are enjoyed by birds and wildlife

Catalpa bignonioides ~ Southern Catalpa trailing Nana Gracilis Hinoki Cypress isSouthern Catalpa develops a broad, spreading canopy with a somewhat irregular form. It produces very large, heart shaped leaves that create dense shade. In late spring to early summer, the tree is covered with clusters of white, trumpet shaped flowers marked with yellow and purple inside. These are followed by long, slender seed pods often called cigar pods. Grows best in loamy and moist well drained soils. Tolerates urban conditions, drought, poor