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Cercis canadensis "Covey" - Lavender Twist Weeping Redbud
Lavender Twist Weeping Redbud Cercis canadensis "Covey" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, weeping, small spring flowering tree Habit: Weeping branches archto create an umbrella shape Mature Size: 20’-25’ tall; 15’-20’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-8 Foliage: Heart shaped leaves start scarlet-purple; turn bronze-green; yellow-brown in fall Flower: Showy, abundant, reddish purple buds opens to rosy pink-purple blooms in March-April; full sun for best blooms Requirements: Well drained, moist soil, part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Small spring flowering tree, great in flower beds, residential lawns or paired with other landscape plants. Not suited to wet, flooded soil or street medians. Moderately tolerant of drought and low tolerance to salt. -
Celtis laevigata – Southern Hackberry – Sugarberry
Southern Hackberry – Sugarberry Celtis laevigata Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large shade tree Habit: Upright, arching branches, rounded crown Mature Size: 70′-80’ tall; 60’-80’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 6-9 Foliage: Light green ovate, rough textured leaves Fruit: Produces a small orange, sweet tasting fruit in the fall Requirements: Tolerates most soils, drought and salt; part-full sun Landscape Characteristics: Adaptable, versatile native American tree. Tough shade tree or street tree. Seed fruit attracts birds and wildlife. Best planted away from sidewalks or patios, as seeds pose clean-up challenges. Tolerates wind and urban pollutants, moderate salt tolerance. -
Magnolia Grandiflora "Royal Star" - "Royal Star" Magnolia
"Royal Star" Magnoliz Magnolia grandiflora "Royal Star" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf small flowering tree Habit: Upright, oval and pyramidal Mature Size: 20’-25’ tall; 10’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Large glossy dark green with rusty undersides; evergreen; showy white blooms emerge early spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types, even wet locations; sun Landscape Characteristics: Excellent specimen tree. Great for espalier. Group plantings for hedges. Perfect for small yards, residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. -
Chionanthus Virginicus – White Fringe Tree Multi-Stem
White Fringe Tree Multi-Stem Chionanthus virginicus Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, small flowering native tree Habit: Upright, open Mature Size: 8’-15’ tall; 6’-10’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Elliptical, medium green leaves; yellow-brown in fall Flower: Clouds of fleecy, fragrant, white flowers bloom in spring Requirements: Well drained, moist soil; full sun promotes flowering Landscape Characteristics: Nice paired with other landscape plants. Named the "Best Native Tree Nobody Grows" by Southern Living. Adapts to most soil ph conditions. Small spring statement tree. Moderately tolerant of drought and low tolerance to salt. -
Cornus hyperion – Hyperion Dogwood
Hyperion Dogwood Cornus hyperion Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, small spring flowering tree Habit: Upright, rounded, irregular Mature Size: 15’-30’ tall; 20’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 3-8 Foliage: Medium green leaves; yellow, orange, purple in fall Flower: Large, white flowers bloom in early spring; showy red fruit Requirements: Well drained, moist soil, part shade to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Small spring flowering tree, great in flower beds, residential lawns or paired with other landscape plants. Showy white flowers in spring, berries attract wildlife. Moderately tolerant of drought and low salt tolerance. -
Acer Buergeranum - Trident Maple
Acer buergeranum "Trident" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, medium size tree Habit: Upright, Oval, rounded outline Mature Size: 20′-35′ tall; 20′-35′ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: New growth emerges bronze; dark green in summer; red, yellow, orange in fall Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil Landscape Characteristics: Trident Maple great for lawn planting, planter beds and street medians. Very adaptable for small spaces, moderate drought tolerance, low salt tolerance. -
Acer Palmatum – Japanese Maple
Japanese Maple Acer palmatum Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, small tree Habit: Spreading branches; rounded, low, layered look Mature Size: 15’-25′ tall; 10’-25′ wide Growth Rate: Slow-Moderate Zones: 5-8 Foliage: New growth green/yellow; medium green in summer; bronze to red-purple in fall Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil; Sun-light shade Landscape Characteristics: Small specimen or shade tree, parking lot buffer, works well in group plantings and difficult sites with space limitations. Adaptable to urban sites. Air pollution tolerant. Drought tolerant once established. Low salt tolerance. -
Acer Rubrum – "Red Sunset" Red Maple
"Red Sunset" Red Maple Acer rubrum "Red Sunset" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright, pyramidal to rounded canopy Mature Size: 45′-50′ tall; 35′-40′ wide Growth Rate: Medium to Fast Zones: 4-7 Foliage: Glossy green leaves in the summer turn orange-red to brilliant red in the fall. Winter buds, clusters of small winter/spring flowers, leaf stems, twigs, and winged summer fruits are all shades of red. Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil, full sun to part shade Landscape Characteristics: Excellent large shade tree. Spectacular fall color. Tolerates wet soil making it an excellent choice for a rain garden. Adaptable to wide range of climates. Low salt tolerance. -
Acer Saccharinum – "Green Mountain" Sugar Maple
"Green Mountain" Sugar Maple Acer saccharinum "Green Mountain’" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, native, large tree Habit: Upright, pyramidal canopy Mature Size: 45’-50’ tall; 35’-40’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 3-8 Foliage: Dark green in summer; reddish orange in fall Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil Landscape Characteristics: Excellent large shade tree. Requires space for roots and canopy to develop. Great for large lawns, parks, and golf courses. Drought tolerant once established. -
Amelanchier – "Autumn Brilliance" Serviceberry
"Autumn Brilliance" Serviceberry Amelanchier Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, multi-trunk small flowering tree Habit: Upright, pyramidal canopy Mature Size: 15-20’ tall; 15-20’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 4-7b Foliage: Young purplish leaves; medium green in summer; red and yellow in the fall Flower: Pink buds become large clusters of white flowers in spring. Requirements: Adaptable to most soil, full sun to light shade Landscape Characteristics: Residential street tree or naturalizing. Showy white flowers in spring, berries attract wildlife. Moderate tolerance to drought and salt. -
Betula nigra "Cully Heritage" – "Cully Heritage" River Birch
"Cully Heritage" River Birch Betula nigra "Cully Heritage" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, medium/large tree Habit: Upright, open oval. May be multi-stemmed Mature Size: 35-40’ tall; 25-30’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Medium to dark green; shades of yellow in fall Requirements: Well drained, moist soil, part to full sun; tolerant of clay soil, wet locations and urban environments. Low tolerance to drought and salt. Landscape Characteristics: Specimen tree. Lawns, parks, buffer areas. Mature bark exfoliating in large papery sheets provides winter interest. Attracts songbirds. -
Carpinus Caroliniana – American Hornbeam
American Hornbeam Carpinus caroliniana Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, medium tree Habit: Broad, informal oval crown Mature Size: 20’-35’ tall; 20-35’ wide Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Zones: 3-9 Foliage: Dark green, orange; yellow, red in fall; may persist on tree in winter Requirements: Well drained, moist soil, part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Specimen hedge, street tree. Small native tree in variable size, shape and fall foliage color. Attractive low maintenance understory tree. -
Carya Illinoinesis – Sumner Pecan
Sumner Pecan Carya Illinoinesis Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright oval to rounded crown Mature Size: 70’-100’ tall; 40-60’ wide Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Zones: 6-10 Foliage: Medium green ovate leave, nut harvest in the fall Requirements: Well drained, moist soil, full sun Landscape Characteristics: Recommended for planting in southeast USA. Heavy bearing pecan tree. Disease resistant. Beautiful, large shade tree, requires space to grow. Excellent choice for home grown pecans. -
Ilex X "Mary Nell" - "Mary Nell" Holly
"Mary Nell" Holly Illex x "Mary Nell" Plant Type: Evergreen large shrub/tree Habit: Very dense, upright, pyramidal Mature Size: 15' tall; 8' wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 6b-9 Foliage: Spiny oval leaves, emerge light green; mature to glossy green year-round Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun Landscape Characteristics: A very dense, upright, pyramidal holly; some drought resistance once established. Works well as a hedge or screening for privacy. Brilliant red fruit in winter attracts wildlife. Benefits from sheltered location away from urban air pollution. -
Acer Rubrum – "HOSR" "Summer Red" Red Maple
"HOSR" "Summer Red" Red Maple Acer rubrum "Summer Red" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright, oval, rounded Mature Size: 35’-40′ tall; 20’-25′ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Emerges burgundy-red; glossy dark green in summer; yellow, orange, purple in fall Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil, tolerates light shade and drought Landscape Characteristics: Large specimen or shade tree, nice when planted in groups. Best growth and color in full sun. Moderate tolerant once established. Low salt tolerance. -
Ilex X Attenuatta - "Savannah" Holly
"Savannah" Holly Illex x atenuatta Plant Type: Broadleaf evergreen Habit: Narrow, columnar to open pyramidal form Mature Size: 10’-20’ tall; 8’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid Zones: 6-9 Foliage: Spiny, dull, dark green leaves with wavy margins; accented in fall and winter with heavy clusters of red berries Requirements: Acidic, well drained, medium moisture; full sun to part shade Landscape Characteristics: Used as hedge or screen. Best fruit production occurs in full sun but plants appreciate some part afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Best sited in locations protected from cold winter winds. Prune in winter if needed. Avoid poorly drained soils. -
Lagerstroemia Indica "Sarah's Favorite" - Sarah's Favorite Crape Myrtle
Sarah's Favorite Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica "Sarah's Favorite" Plant Type: Deciduous, summer flowering medium Tree Habit: Multi-stemmed, vase shaped Mature Size: 15’-25’ tall; 15’-20' wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 6-10 Foliage: Medium green; orange-red in fall Flower: Long white panicles bloom profusely in summer Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun; moderate drought tolerance. Pollution and salt tolerant. Landscape Characteristics: Lovely long blooming summer flowering tree. Nice exfoliating bark. Residential and commercial use. -
Magnolia X Loebneri "Ballerina" - Ballerina Magnolia
Ballerina Magnolia Magnolia x loebneri "Ballerina" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf small tree Habit: Upright, multi-trunked with rounded crown Mature Size: 15’-20’ tall; 15’-20’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Ovate, medium green Flower: White, fragrant, star-shaped flowers, blushed with pink bloom in spring before leaves emerge Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Excellent specimen tree, planter beds and small spaces. Benefits from protection in late winter. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. -
Tilia Cordata "Greenspire" - Greenspire Linden
Greenspire Linden Tilia cordata "Greenspire" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright; dense, uniform crown, pyramidal outline Mature Size: 30’-40’ tall; 25’-30’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Small, heart shaped, dark green leaves; yellow in fall Flower: Tiny, yellow, fragrant flowers bloom in early summer Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Reliable large shade tree. Perfect for open, windy locations. Adaptable to difficult locations. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates urban pollutants. -
Thuja Occidentalis "Smaragd" - Emerald Green Arborvitae
Emerald Green Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis "Smaragd" Plant Type: Evergreen conifer, large shrub/small tree Habit: Upright; narrow, conical Mature Size: 15’ tall; 3’-4’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Rich, emerald green; evergreen Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large evergreen shrub; screening, hedge, Large evergreen shrub, specimen, garden border backdrop; privacy screen and windbreak; Residential, commercial, and woodland landscapes. -
Platanus Acerifolia "Morton Circle" - Exclamation London Planetree
Exclamation London Planetree Plantanus acerifolia "Morton Circle" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright; pyramidal Mature Size: 55’ tall; 35’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Large maple-like medium green leaves; yellow in fall Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large deciduous tree; large lawns, parking lots, street tree. Residential and commercial landscapes. Popular urban tree known to tolerate pollutants. -
Quercus Nuttalli - Nuttall Oak
Nuttall Oak Quercus nuttalli Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright; straight trunk; pyramidal Mature Size: 60’-80’ tall; 35’-50’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 6b-8 Foliage: Dark green leaves; orange, red and scarlet in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large native American shade tree; Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Works well for parking lot buffers. Tolerates wet locations and urban pollutants. -
Magnolia Grandiflora "Little Gem" - "Little Gem" Magnolia
"Little Gem" Magnolia Magnolia grandiflora "Little Gem" Plant Type: Evergreen broadleaf small flowering tree Habit: Upright, oval and pyramidal Mature Size: 20’-25’ tall; 10’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Large glossy dark green with rusty undersides; evergreen Flower: Large white flowers, highly fragrant, blooms in late spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Excellent specimen tree or espalier Group plantings for hedges. Perfect for small yards. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates wet locations. -
Myrica Cerifera - Wax Myrtle
Myrica Cerifera Wax Myrtle Plant Type: Evergreen tall shrub/small tree Habit: Irregularly shaped, dense branching Mature Size: 10’-15’ tall; 8’-10’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 7-11 Foliage: Glossy olive green; evergreen Flower: Fragrant, inconspicuous flowers, bloom late winter/early spring, bluish berries Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Usable in residential or commercial sites. Host plant to Red-Banded Hairstreak butterfly, fruit attracts birds and wildlife as fall/winter food source. Pollution and drought tolerant. High salt tolerance. -
Ligustrum "Lucidum" Glossy Privet
Glossy Privet Ligustrum "Lucidum" Plant Type: Evergreen tall shrub/small tree Habit: Upright; multi-stemmed; rounded Mature Size: 25’-40’ tall; 10’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 7-10 Foliage: Glossy dark green; evergreen Flower: White panicles bloom in late spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Mass planting for dense privacy hedge; prune to tree form. Usable in residential or commercial sites. Pollution &and salt tolerant. Moderate drought tolerance. -
Pyrus Calleryana "Cleveland Select" - Cleveland Select Flowering Pear
Cleveland Select Flowering Pear Pyrus calleryana "Cleveland Select" Plant Type: Deciduous flowering small tree Habit: Upright; columnar shape Mature Size: 40’ tall; 15’-20’ wide Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Narrow, oval, glossy, dark green in summer; purplish, red-orange in fall Flower: Profuse showy white flowers bloom in spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Small deciduous early spring flowering tree. Narrow habit is perfect for small yards and street medians. Nice when planted in rows. Residential, street tree and commercial landscapes. -
Pyrus Callery "Aristocrat" - Aristocrat Flowering Pear
"Aristocrat" Flowering Pear Pyrus Callery "Aristocrat" Plant Type: Deciduous flowering small tree Habit: Upright; columnar shape in youth, more oval crown with more horizontal branching in maturity Mature Size: 25′-30’ tall; 20’-25’wide Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Narrow, oval, glossy, dark green in summer; bronze to reddish purple in fall Flower: Profuse showy white flowers bloom in early spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Small deciduous early spring flowering tree. Perfect for small yards and street medians. Nice when planted in rows. Residential, street tree and commercial landscapes. Tolerates pollution, moderate drought tolerance once established. -
Lagerstroemia Indica "Tuskegee" - Tuskegee Crape Myrtle
Tuskegee Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica "Tuskegee" Plant Type: Deciduous, summer flowering medium tree Habit: Multi-stemmed, vase shaped Mature Size: 15′-25’ tall; 15’-20’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 6-10 Foliage: Medium green; red-yellow in fall Flower: Dark magenta pink, long panicles bloom in summer Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun; moderate drought tolerance Landscape Characteristics: Lovely long blooming summer flowering tree. Residential and commercial use. Lawns, patios, parking lot medians, parks, street trees. Salt tolerant. -
Lagerstroemia Indica "Catawba" - Catawba Crape Myrtle
Catawba Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica "Catawba" Plant Type: Deciduous, summer flowering medium tree Habit: Multi-stemmed, vase shaped Mature Size: 10’-15′ tall; 8’-14′ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 6-9 Foliage: Bronze in spring, bright green in summer, vibrant orange-red in fall Flower: Rich purple long panicles bloom profusely in summer Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Lovely long blooming summer flowering tree. Residential and commercial use. Lawns, patios, parking lot medians, parks, street trees. Moderate salt and drought tolerance. -
Quercus Phellos - Willow Oak
Willow Oak Quercus phellos Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright; pyramidal becomes rounded when mature Mature Size: 40’-75’ tall; 25’-50’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Medium green, narrow leaves; yellow to brown in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil; light shade to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large shade tree. Residential and commercial landscapes. Excellent choice for parking lots, parks, streets and medians. Tolerates wet locations and urban pollutants. -
Loropetalum Chinenese F. Rubrum - Zhuzhou Fuchsia Fringe Flower
Zhuzhou Fuchsia Fringe Flower Loropetalum Chinense f. rubrum Plant Type: Evergreen broadleaf medium to large shrub Habit: Upright arching; informal Mature Size: 8’-12’ tall; 10’-12’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Maroon Flower: Deep pink flower clusters bloom in mid-spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; part shade to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Maroon foliage, pink peeling bark when mature. Interesting accent plant. Striking color when paired with chartreuse companion plants. Plant multiples to form an informal hedge. Residential or commercial landscapes. -
Ulmus Parvifolia - Lacebark "Dynasty" Elm
Chinese Lacebark "Dynasty" Elm Ulmus parvifolia Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf medium tree Habit: Upright; rounded vase shape; pendulous branches; irregular outline Mature Size: 20’-30’’ tall; 20’-30’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 5b-10a Foliage: Medium green, oval serrated leaves; yellow to yellow-brown in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large shade tree. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Moderately drought and salt tolerant. -
Metasequoia Gylptostroboides - Dawn Redwood
Dawn Redwood Metasequoia gylptostroboides Plant Type: Evergreen conifer; pyramidal large tree Habit: Upright pyramidal Mature Size: 70’-100’ tall; 11’-25’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 4-8 Foliage: green foliage with small; scaly cones Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Very large, ancient evergreen. Christmas tree shape. Mature trunks form attractive, elaborate fluting. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates wet locations as well as urban pollutants. -
Magnolia Grandiflora Virginiana - Sweetbay Magnolia
Sweetbay Magnolia Magnolia grandiflora virginiana Plant Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen broadleaf flowering tree Habit: Upright, oval & pyramidal Mature Size: 40’-50’ tall; 15’-25’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 5-10a Foliage: Small dark green with silvery undersides; evergreen Flower: Showy large, fragrant, white blooms June through Sept. Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun/light shade Landscape Characteristics: Espalier, lawn tree, buffer strip and medians. Group plantings for hedges. Perfect for small yards. Prized for the impressive large, fragrant blooms. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates wet locations. -
Quercus Lyrata - Overcup Oak
Overcup Oak Quercus lyrata Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf medium to large tree Habit: Upright; short trunk, rounded crown Mature Size: 45’-60’ tall; 40'-60’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Dark green leaves; blooms March to April with yellow catkins (male) / red spikes (female) Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Medium to large shade tree. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates clay soil and wet locations.