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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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Liriodendron Tulipifera - Tulip Poplar
Tulip Poplar Liriodendron tulipifera Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large shade tree Habit: Upright; oval crown Mature Size: 60’-90’ tall; 30’-40’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Medium green leaves; yellow in fall Flower: Large yellow and orange flowers bloom in mid-spring Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; part shade to full sun; moderate drought tolerance Landscape Characteristics: Very large shade tree. Usable in residential or commercial sites. Pollution and salt tolerant. -
Cladrastis Kentuka – American Yellowwood
American Yellowwood Cladrastis Kentuka Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large spring flowering tree Habit: Upright, rounded, irregular Mature Size: 40’-50’ tall; 20’-50’ wide Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Zones: 3-8 Foliage: Compound leaves light to medium green; yellow-green to clear yellow in fall Flower: White 6”-12” panicles bloom in early spring Requirements: Well drained, moist soil, full sun Landscape Characteristics: Specimen or accent spring flowering tree, great for residential lawns or commercial landscapes. Very adaptable to most soil ph conditions as long as it is well drained. Moderately tolerant of drought and low tolerance to salt. -
Koelreuteria Paniculata - Golden Rain Tree
Golden Rain Tree Koelreutria paniculata Plant Type: Deciduous, small to medium shade tree Habit: Rounded, spreading, open canopy Mature Size: 30’ tall; 30’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 6-9 Foliage: Pinnately compound medium green; yellow in fall Flower: Long panicles of fragrant dense yellow blooms in late summer followed by papery Chinese lantern seed pods which turn deep shade of pink and last for 3 to 5 weeks. Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun; drought tolerant once established Landscape Characteristics: Excellent medium sized shade tree, perfect for parkways and patios. -
Nyssa Sylvatica "Green Gable" - Black Gum or Tupelo
Black Gum or Tupelo Nyssa sylvatica "Green Gable" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright pyramidal; uniform branching Mature Size: 30’-50’ tall; 20’-30’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 4-8 Foliage: Green leaves; bright red in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Pyramidal, near perfect silhouette. Lovely native tree for any location. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates wet locations, drought and salty air. -
Magnolia Claudia Wannamaker - Claudia Wannamaker Magnolia
Magnolia Claudia Wannamaker Claudia Wannamaker Magnolia Plant Type: Evergreen broadleaf small tree Habit: Upright, tight columnar form Mature Size: 60’-60′ tall; 25’-30′ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Glossy dark green, ovate 6″-8″ long, 3″-5″ wide Flower: Long lasting 12″ white, fragrant, cup-shaped flowers bloom in summer Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Full sized Southern Magnolia. Blooms on young trees. Valuable addition to large lawns. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Once established, tolerant to deer, drought and salt. -
Ulmus Parvifolia "Emer II Allee" - Allee Elm
Allee Elm Ulmus parvifolia "Emer II Allee" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright; straight trunk; rounded canopy with arching branches Mature Size: 60’-70’ tall; 35’-55’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Bright green, ovate leaves with serrate margins; bright yellow in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large native American shade tree. Residential and commercial. Excellent choice for lawn, shade or street tree. Excellent resistance to Dutch elm disease, elm leaf beetles and Japanese beetles. Tolerates urban pollutants. -
Juniperus Virginiana - Eastern Red Cedar
Eastern Red Cedar Juniperus virginiana Plant Type: Evergreen conifer, large shrub Habit: Broadly conical, dense evergreen Mature Size: 30’-65’ tall; 8’-25’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Zones: 2-9 Foliage: Medium olive green Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Plant as specimen, green screen, coastal gardens. Year-round interest. Residential or commercial landscapes. Moderate salt tolerance. -
Acer rubrum – ‘Brandywine’ Red Maple
"Sun Valley" Red Maple Acer rubrum "Sun Valley" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright, pyramidal canopy Mature Size: 40′ tall; 35′ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 4-7 Foliage: Dark green glossy in summer; brilliant orange-red to red in fall Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil Landscape Characteristics: Excellent large shade tree. Spectacular fall color. Tolerates wet soil making it an excellent choice for a rain garden. North American native. Drought tolerant once established. Low salt tolerance. -
Acer Rubrum – "Frank Jr." Redpointe Red Maple
"Frank Jr." Redpointe Red Maple Acer rubrum "Frank Jr." Redpointe Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, medium tree Habit: Upright, pyramidal Mature Size: 20′-35′ tall; 20′-35′ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Emerges burgundy-red; glossy dark green in summer; yellow, orange, purple in fall Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil Landscape Characteristics: Large specimen or shade tree, nice when planted in groups. Best growth & color in full sun. Works well in narrower settings. North American native. Drought tolerant once established. Low salt tolerance. -
Platanus Acerifolia "Bloodgood" - "Bloodgood" London Planetree
"Bloodgood" London Planetree Plantanus acerifolia "Bloodgood" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright; broadly pyramidal Mature Size: 70’-85’ tall; 50’-70’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Large maple-like green leaves; yellow in fall Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large deciduous tree for large lawns, parking lots, street tree. Residential and commercial landscapes. Popular urban tree known to tolerate pollutants. -
Ginkgo Biloba - Ginkgo "Autumn Gold" Maidenhair Tree
"Autumn Gold" Ginkgo - Maidenhair Tree Ginkgo biloba Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Symmetrical, broadly spreading canopy Mature Size: 45’-50’ tall; 25’-30’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 3-8 Foliage: Fan shaped; medium green leaves; uniform golden yellow in fall Requirements: Tolerates most soils, full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large specimen shade tree, great in residential lawns or commercial landscapes. Nice street tree with high canopy. Highly adaptable to a variety of conditions including urban pollutants and coastal salt. Moderate to high tolerance for deer, clay soil and drought. Moderate salt tolerance. Male cultivar does not bear foul smelling fruit. -
Magnolia Grandiflora "Jane" - "Jane" Magnolia
"Jane" Magnolia Magnolia grandiflora "Jane" Plant Type: Deciduous shrub/small tree Habit: Upright, shrubby, multi-stemmed Mature Size: 10’-20’ tall; 8’-10’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Ovate; copper in spring; turn dark green; bronze and copper in fall Flower: Fragrant, fuchsia pink tulip-like flowers bloom in late spring before foliage appears Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun to part shade Landscape Characteristics: Excellent specimen tree with abundant, long lasting blooms. Nice selection for small spaces. Border and street tree. Residential and commercial. Tolerates pollutants. -
Lagerstroemia Indica "Natchez" - Natchez Crape Myrtle
Natchez Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica "Natchez" 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: Glossy dark green; vibrant red-yellow in fall Flower: Pure white, long panicles bloom profusely in summer Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Lovely long blooming summer flowering tree. Smooth peeling cinnamon bark peels to a light gray. Residential and commercial use. Moderate salt and drought tolerance. -
Quercus Bicolor - Swamp White Oak
Swamp White Oak Quercus bicolor Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf medium to large tree Habit: Upright; short trunk; rounded crown Mature Size: 50’-60’ tall; 50’-60’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 3-8 Foliage: Shiny, dark green leaves with silvery underside; yellow to browned in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Medium to large shade tree; Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates wet locations. -
Cercis canadensis – "Forest Pansy" Redbud
"Forest Pansy" Redbud Cercis canadensis Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, small spring flowering tree Habit: Upright, rounded, may be multi-stemmed Mature Size: 20’-25’ tall; 15’-20’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 3-9 Foliage: Heart shaped leaves start scarlet-purple; turn bronze-green; yellow-brown in fall Flower: Showy, abundant, magenta rose blooms in early spring; 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. -
Betula nigra – "Dura Heat" River Birch
"Dura Heat" River Birch Betula nigra Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright, open oval. May be multi-stemmed Mature Size: 40-50’ tall; 25-35’ 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 moist sites. Low tolerance to drought and salt. Landscape Characteristics: Specimen tree. Lawns, parks, buffer areas. Mature bark exfoliating in large papery sheets provides winter interest. Thick leaves of ‘Dura-Heat’ makes this cultivar less prone to leaf drop during summer drought. -
Acer ginnala – "Flame" Maple Multi-Stem
"Flame" Maple Multi-Stem Acer ginnala "Flame" Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, small tree Habit: Spreading branches; rounded, low, layered look Mature Size: 15’-20′ tall; 15’-20′ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: New growth green/yellow; medium green in summer; bronze to red-purple in fall Requirements: Slightly acidic, well-drained soil Landscape Characteristics: Small specimen tree, nice addition to planter beds and street medians. Very adaptable for small spaces. Moderate drought tolerance, low salt tolerance. -
Lagerstroemia Indica "Whit II" - Dynamite Crape Myrtle
Dynamite Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica "Whit II" Plant Type: Deciduous, summer flowering medium tree Habit: Multi-stemmed, vase shaped Mature Size: 15′-20’ tall; 15’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 6-10 Foliage: Bright green in summer; vibrant orange-red in fall Flower: Deep red long panicles bloom profusely in summer Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Lovely long blooming summer flowering tree. Smooth peeling bark. Residential and commercial use. Lawns, patios, street trees. Moderate salt and drought tolerance. -
Ilex Opaca - "Greenleaf" American Holly
"Greenleaf" American Holly Illex opaca Plant Type: Evergreen large shrub/tree Habit: Upright, pyramidal Mature Size: 20’-25’ tall; 10’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Spiny medium green year-round Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Used as hedge or at corners of buildings. Berry-laden boughs are typically collected at Christmas for ornamentation. Winter interest, attracts wildlife. Residential or commercial landscapes. Moderately salt tolerant. Intolerant of wet, poorly drained soil. -
Ulmus Parvifolia "Everclear" BSNUPF - Everclear Lacebark Elm
Everclear Lacebark Elm Ulmus parvifolia "Everclear" BSNUPF Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright; tight & narrow; grows taller than wide Mature Size: 40’ tall; 25’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Small, tough, dark green; yellow to yellow-brown in fall Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large shade tree. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Excellent street tree. Exfoliating patchwork of colored bark. Tough urban tree; tolerates heat, drought, salt spray and urban pollutants. -
Celtis occidentalis – Hackberry
Hackberry Celtis occidentalis Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright, arching branches, rounded crown Mature Size: 40’-60’ tall; 40’-60’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 2-9 Foliage: Light green ovate, rough textured leaves 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. -
Ulmus Americana "Valley Forge" - American "Valley Forge" Elm
America "Valley Forge" Elm Ulmus americana "Valley Forge" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Vase shaped; sweeping, symmetrical branches Mature Size: 60’-70’ tall; 50’-60’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Medium green, narrow leaves; yellow in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large shade tree. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Shade tree, street tree, rain garden. Excellent resistance to Dutch elm disease. Tolerates urban pollution, coastal conditions, drought and poor soil conditions. -
Ilex X "Nellie Stevens" - "Nellie Stevens" Holly
"Nellie Stevens" Holly Illex x "Nellie Stevens" Plant Type: Evergreen large shrub/tree Habit: Very dense, upright, pyramidal Mature Size: 18’-20’ tall; 10’-15’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 6-9 Foliage: Spiny oval leaves, leathery dark green Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Rapidly grows into a tall, conical tree. Forms a dense, prickly windbreak offering privacy & security when planted as a hedge. Bright orange-red berries provide winter interest and attracts wildlife. Residential or commercial landscapes. Moderately salt tolerant. -
Ginkgo Biloba - "Presidential Gold" Ginkgo Tree
"Presidential Gold" Ginkgo Tree Ginkgo biloba Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Upright, dense oval crown Mature Size: 45’-50’ tall; 35’-40’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Fan shaped; medium green leaves; bright yellow in fall Requirements: Tolerates most soils, full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large specimen tree, great in residential lawns or commercial landscapes. Highly adaptable to a variety of conditions including urban pollutants and coastal salt. Moderate to high tolerance for drought and moderate salt tolerance. -
Ginkgo Biloba - "Princeton Sentry" Ginkgo Tree
"Princeton Sentry" Ginkgo Tree Ginkgo biloba Plant Type: Deciduous, broadleaf, large tree Habit: Narrow columnar form Mature Size: 40’-50’ tall; 15’-25’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 4-9 Foliage: Fan shaped; chartreuse green leaves; yellow in fall Requirements: Tolerates most soils, full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large specimen tree, great in residential lawns or commercial landscapes. Highly adaptable to a variety of conditions including urban pollutants and coastal salt. Moderate to high tolerance for drought and moderate salt tolerance. -
Magnolia Grandiflora "D.D. Blanchard" - "DD Blanchard" Magnolia
"DD Blanchard" Magnolia Magnolia grandiflora "D.D. Blanchard" Plant Type: Evergreen broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright, oval & pyramidal Mature Size: 50’ tall; 25’-35’ wide Growth Rate: Slow Zones: 7-9 Foliage: Large, glossy green with velvety rust underside Flower: Huge cup-shaped, creamy white flowers bloom early summer. Requirements: Adapts to most soil types; part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Excellent specimen tree, needs a large yard. Great for parks, medians and parkways. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates wet locations. -
Zelkova Serrata "Village Green" - Village Green Zelkova
Village Green Zelkova Zelkova serrata "Village Green" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf medium tree Habit: Upright; tall branching structure; spreading crown Mature Size: 45’ tall; 15’ wide Growth Rate: Fast Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Deep green; rusty red in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Extra hardy tree good for tight spaces; excellent used as street tree. Residential, commercial and coastal landscapes. Tolerates heat, compacted soil, urban pollutants and drought, once established. -
Juniperus Virginian "Idyllwild" - "Idyllwild" Juniper
"Idyllwild" Juniper Juniperus virginiana "Idyllwild" Plant Type: Evergreen conifer, large shrub Habit: Broad based conical, informal upright, rugged branching Mature Size: 15’ tall; 5’-7’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 5-9 Foliage: Dark green Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; part to full sun Landscape Characteristics: Plant as specimen, hedge, coastal gardens. Year round interest. Residential or commercial landscapes. -
Ulmus Americana "Princeton" - Princeton Elm
Princeton Elm Ulmus americana "Princeton" Plant Type: Deciduous broadleaf large tree Habit: Upright; straight trunk; vase shape Mature Size: 50’-75’ tall; 30’-50’ wide Growth Rate: Moderate Zones: 3-9 Foliage: Dark green, ovate leaves; yellow in fall Requirements: Adapts to most moist soil types; full sun Landscape Characteristics: Large native American shade tree. Residential and commercial. Excellent choice for lawn, shade or street tree. Excellent resistance to Dutch elm disease. Tolerates urban pollutants.
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