ORNAMENTAL TREES
(trees that grow up to 20-25' tall, or are tightly columnar)

rare & hard to find plants are highlighted in brown boxes!

Acer ginnala (Amur maple)
One of the most cold hardy maples, it is also highly adaptable to soils and conditions. Grow it as a large shrub or small tree form. Fall foliage makes a show with yellow, orange and red. Fragrant, creamy white flowers open in spring with new foliage, and it is the earliest of all the maples to leaf out in spring. Great for confined spaces, growing 15-18' high and wide. From China and Japan. Zone 3-8

Acer griseum (paperbark maple)
Rich cinnamon exfoliating bark makes this tree a wonderful winter landscape plant, with it's dark blue green foliage adding a shady summer canopy. Excellent adaptability to soils, fine red fall foliage. Grows 20-30' high and wide. Native to central China. Zone 4-8

Japanese Maples

 Native to Japan, these remarkable trees have been recorded in Japanese gardens as far back as the seventh century. By the middle of the 20th century, as many as 200 cultivars were in existence. Sadly, many were lost during World War II. Currently, the number of cultivated varieties has rebounded and Japanese maples have become quite popular world wide. Japanese maples grow well in our area with some soil amendment and regular watering during dry spells. Most cultivars can tolerate quite a bit of sunlight and heat, but they do not do well in windy conditions -- especially the cutleaf dissectums -- and require placement in areas protected from south wind.

Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'
Probably the best known Japanese maple cultivar, this upright growing, large-leaf variety has excellent red color that holds well into summer. Sunlight is beneficial to the color of this tree, but some afternoon relief from sun can make it easier to establish. Matures to a height of 15-18' with an equal spread. It is a faster growing cultivar than many other types.

Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' ('Kocho niskiki' or 'Kocho no mai' - butterfly or type of dancing girl)
Green, 5-7 lobed leaves are edged in creamy white which is tinged in pink in spring. In fall, white areas turn magenta. Matures to a height of 9-12' with a spread of 6-9'. This dainty, variegated tree requires protection from direct, hot sunlight.

Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'
An upright maple similar to 'Bloodgood' but growing to only 12' in height and spread. Newly emerging leaves are pink, and fall coloration is bright red.

Acer palmatum 'Goshiki Kotohime' (multicolored dwarf old harp)
Tiny red, pink, yellow, cream and purple flecks and speckles cover some leaves completely, with other leaves left solid green. A brilliant spring show, with new leaves emerging pink. Summer color fades to solid green. 5 lobed leaves are small compared to other palmatum cultivars, and leaves are slightly crinkled. Trees grow to 8' high with a 4' spread.

Acer palmatum 'Kamagata' (eagle claw maple)
Delicate looking but quite hardy growing dwarf tree has 3-5 lobed leaves that turn down at each tip. Lobes are long and narrow, and new spring foliage emerges green with edges of red to rusty red. Summer foliage turns bright, light green and in fall turn shades of yellow and orange with touches of red. Dense growth habit with branches close together, this tree grows to 10' high with a spread of 8-10'.

Acer palmatum 'Oshio Beni'
Ornage-red foliage begins to bronze as summer approaches, with a bright scarlet autumn color. 7 lobed leaves cover this upright grower maturing to a height of 15-18' with a spreading canopy.

Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku' (coral bark Japanese maple - coral tower)
Brilliant, neon orange bark glows in winter amidst evergreen and snow! 5-7 lobed leaves emerge red, fading to bright green for summer and golden-apricot fall foliage. Upright habit, growing 18' tall with a spread of 10-12'.

Acer palmatum 'Sharps Pygmy'
An especially dwarf growing, compact tree maturing to only 3'. Small, narrow leaves are green through summer, turning to brilliant scarlet-orange in fall.

Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira' (lion's head Japanese maple)
Bright green, tightly curled leaves grow densely along branches on this dwarf, upright growing tree. Fall foliage is gold with red. Trees grow to 15' high and 10' wide. Zone 4

Acer palmatum 'Tsuma gaki'
Soft, yellow-green spring foliage droops gracefully along branches, with the tips of each lobe shaded persimmon-red to light purple. Summer foliage is deep green, with fall colors of crimson and red. 5-7 lobed leaves have shallow cut lobes that taper sharply to selnder tips. Forming a rounded mound, trees grow to 6' high and wide. Zone 4

Acer palmatum 'Ukigumo' (floating clouds)
Variegated cultivar with green and white mottled foliage with slight pink shading on some leaves. Coloring is soft and subtle, with an occasional leaf of pure white. Very slow growing dwarf trees grow 6-9' high. Zone 4

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Queen'
Persistent deep red color holds throughout the summer even in shady locations. In fall, red takes on a scarlet tinge. Finely dissected leaves have long lobes covering the cascading branches. Weeping trees grow 9' high with a spread of up to 12'. Vigorous growing cultivar, it's only downfall is its inability to tolerate wind. Planted in a location with wind block from the southern spring winds, 'Crimson Queen' can tolerate quite a lot of sun. Zone 4

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Garnet'
Red-orange foliage glows in the landscape, with feathery, finely dissected leaves covering this weeping, cascading tree. Vigorous growing to 9' tall, this little tree can grow fairly quickly with regular fertilizing and good irrigation. This cultivar was developed in Holland. Zone 4

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Inaba Shidare' (leaves of rice plant)
Finely cut leaves are noticeably larger overall than other dissectums, with deep red-purple color that holds well into summer. Vigorous grower with more upright form from center, branches cascade in a weeping habit. Named because in the rain, the Japanese noted this tree foliage looked like a rice plant. Grows 9-11' high and wide. Zone 4

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Tamukeyama' (Japanese crepe paper)
This old cultivar dates back to the turn of the eighteenth century, and in Japan trees as old as 50 to 100 years are reportedly about 12' in height. New foliage emerges crimson-red, and ages to purple-red as the finely dissected buds unfurl. Bark turns deep maroonish-red in fall, with foliage turning bright scarlet.

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Virides' (Ao shidare)
Deeply dissected leaves emerge bright green, turning golden in fall. An excellent contrast specimen interplanted with purple leaf cultivars, like other dissectums the habit is weeping. Grows up to 12' in height.

Acer palmatum dissectum atropurpureum 'Everred'
Lace leaf cultivar on weeping tree that grows 12' high with a spread of 18'. Foliage emerges red, fading to bronze during the summer and finally brightening to crimson in fall.

Acer shirasawanum 'Autumn Moon'
Super short, ovate lobes give the leaves of this unusual cultivar a fan-shaped look. Light green and yellow-green interior foliage contrast outer leaves of burnt orange. Color is greatly affected by shade, with brighter, yellow-green tones prevalent with more shade. All foliage turns orange-red in fall. Upright habit, matures to a height of 20' with a spread of about 15'. A very beautiful Japanese maple.


Acer triflorum (three flower maple)
Ash brown exfoliating bark peels slowly in curly strips, which makes a splendid show with winter snow. Brilliant yellow and scarlet fall foliage takes center stage in fall. This small tree grows 20-25' high and wide. These trees are often used as bonsai specimens. Zone 4-8
Aesculus parviflora (bottlebrush buckeye)
Wonderful large growing native understory shrub with dark glossy green foliage of five and seven lobes covered in white upright flower panicles in early summer. A broadly mounding habit, shrubs will also sucker from the ground spreading to 8-15' across and 8-12' tall. Prefers moist, well-drained soil but is highly adaptable. Foliage turns yellow in fall. Zone 4
Aesculus pavia (red buckeye)
This woodland native is beautiful in mass under pines and other large shade trees. Dark green foliage has five to seven lobes, and is topped with red flower panicles in April and May. Prefers moisture retentive soils and can grow 15-20' high and wide. Zone 4

Albizia julibrissin (mimosa, silk tree)
Very fast-growing small tree with lacy, delicate foliage covered with 2-3" pink, fuzzy blooms in summer. Trees can grow from a small 2-3' whip into a 6-8' tall well-branched tree in one year, and quickly fill out to their full potential of 15-20' high and wide in a few more years. Highly adaptable to most conditions, our trees are grown from seed collected from local old-timers who've proven their tolerance to Zone 5. Beware of trees bought in from southern growers - they will die in the cold and you will be sad. Buy our hardy Kansas field tested mimosa trees and be glad. Mimosas are native from Iran through central China.

Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance' (apple serviceberry)
A hybrid of Amelanchier arborea and A. laevis, this ornamental tree has purplish tinged leaves as they emerge and bright red fall color. An excellent choice for focal points or border planting where space is limited. Grows 20-25' high and wide. Native from east coast to Kansas. Zone 5-8
Asimina triloba (pawpaw)
Wonderful large, 6-12" drooping leaves stand out among the cottonwoods, oaks, maples and redbuds along roadsides and woodland edges. This native tree produces purple flowers before the leaf buds open in April and May. They're followed by edible, waxy, irregular-shaped fruit that tastes like bananas. Fruits are greenish-yellow and mature to black, and you have to be quick to beat the wildlife to these unique fruits! Trees grow 15-20 feet, sometimes larger in really perfect sites. This understory tree requires afternoon shade. Native from east coast to Kansas. Zone 5

Betula nigra (river birch)
Most commonly grown as a multi-stem specimen, single trunk forms are also available in limited quantity. Very fast growing, 6' tall trees can grow to triple that size in 5 years given enough water and decent soil. Wonderful cinnamon colored exfoliating bark gives this small tree winter value. We often plant them in groups of three, five or seven for a small forest look, uderplanted with grass or evergreen groundcover to set of trunks. Grows to 25' tall with a spread of 10-15'. Native from east coast to Kansas. Zone 4-8

Betula platyphylla 'Whitespire' (Japanese white birch)
Striking white exfoliating bark makes a wonderful architectural element in landscape design when used well with background color to highlight tree trunks. Fast growing and far more long-lived in our area than paperbark birch. Tolerant of poorly draining sites or drought. Grows to 25' tall with a spread of 10-15'. native to Japan and northern China. Zone 4-7

Betula platyphylla 'Trost's Dwarf' (weeping Japanese birch)
Finely dissected leaves creat an overall lacy effect on this small, weeping birch. Plant in partial shade as a focal point in the garden. Grows to 10' high with a spread of 5-8'. Can be trained with stakes to hold form when young. Zone 4-8

Betula purpurea 'Crimson Frost' (purple leaf river birch)
White, exfoliating bark makes a wonderful contrast to deep purple foliage! Very unusual and beautiful purple leaf tree, growing faster than other shade trees and making a striking display throughout the summer and winter seasons. Grows 20-25' high with a spread of 15-20'. Zone 5

Carpinus betula 'Frans Fontaine' (columnar European hornbeam)
This columnar hornbeam has branches growing in an upright, tightly pyramidal habit. Steel gray bark and deep green foliage give this highly adaptable tree value in the landscape. Throw any soil, temperature and light conditions at this tree and watch it grow! Matures to a hieght of 30-40', with a spread of 20'. Native to Europe and Asia Minor. Zone 4-7

Carpinus coreana (Korean hornbeam)
Rare and hard to find, this small specimen tree is covered with tiny leaves that provide wonderful fall color. An excellent bonsai specimen. Zone 5

Cercis canadensis (eastern redbud)
Small vase-shaped tree with heart-sheaped leaves, this native tree flowers before leafing out in early spring with purplish-pink petals. Grows well between other trees, where it will grow more upright and assymetrical. As a specimen, habit is more rounded to 25' high and across. Native North American tree. Zone 4

Cercis canadensis 'Alba' (whitebud)
Striking white flowering redbud. Pure white flowers open along dark branches before foliage emerges in spring. Incredibly beautiful in mass plantings throughout older shade trees with masses of spring bulbs naturalized beneath. Grows 25' high and wide. Zone 4

Cercis canadensis 'Covey' (weeping redbud)
Rare, hard to find dwarf weeping form of redbud makes a wonderful accent or focal point. Small lavender blooms cover gracefully arching stems before green, heart-shaped foliage emerges later in spring. Grows to 6-8' high with a small spread of 3-4'. Heat and drought hardy once estab;ished. Zone 4

Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' (purple leaf redbud)
Purple flowers in early spring are followed by deep purple, heart-shaped leaves. This tree adds tremendous interest to the landscape. Cold hardy to zone 5 in the ground.

Chionanthus virginicus (fringetree)
Native from southern New Jersey to Florida, and west to Texas, this small, ornamental tree is very difficult to propagate. Cold hardy to -30° F, the oval habit varies from large shrub to small tree form. Leaves turn yellow in fall, and white, highly fragrant, 6-8" long flower panicles appear on previous year's growth each spring. Prefers moist, acid, well-drained soils, but is extremely adaptable. Can be planted in full sun, but also makes a lovely understory woodland planting. Grows 12-20' tall and wide, sometimes larger. Zone 4-9

 Cornus alternifolia 'Pagoda' (Pagoda dogwood)
Whether grown as a single-stemmed tree form or a multi-stemmed shrubby form, this dogwood has graceful horizontal layering and white flower clusters in May and June. Purple fruit follows. Partial shade (afternoon is best) makes this plant easier to establish, and the Pagoda seems to us to be easier to grow than Cornus florida. Grows 15-20' tall and wide. Native from New Brunswick through Minnesota and south through Alabama. Zone 3-7

 Cornus florida (dogwood)
White or pink flowers in May, depending on variety, with gracefully layered foliage and small berries in autumn. Can be trained into tree or shrub form. Likes protected location in moist, well drained acid soil with tprotection from hot afternoon sun and wind. These trees are fantastic once established, but are hard to get established! Very frustrating ... Native from Massechusetts south through Florida and west to Ontario and Texas. Zone 5

 Cornus kousa 'Milkyway' (Chinese dogwood)
Native to China, Japan and Korea, this dogwood is more adaptable and hardy than C. florida and has the same wonderful, layered habit. Prefers moist, well drained soils on the acid side with protection from afternoon sun. Flowers are followed in September by small red fruit. Grows 20-25' tall. Zone 5

 Cornus kousa 'Satomi' (Chinese dogwood)
Native to China, Japan and Korea, this cultivar sports deep pink blooms. More adaptable and hardy than C. florida and with the same wonderful, layered habit. Prefers moist, well drained soils on the acid side with protection from afternoon sun. Flowers are followed in September by small red fruit. Grows 20-25' tall. Zone 5

 Cornus 'Celestial' (dogwood)
Another hybrid with characteristics from both parents, and resistant to dogwood anthracnose.

 Cornus x 'Stellar Pink' (dogwood)
Another hybrid with characteristics from both parents, and resistant to dogwood anthracnose.

Corylus avellana 'Contorta' (Harry Lauder's walking stick)
Twisted branches are fantastic, especially in winter. An unusual specimen, this tree has dark green foliage, and produces catkins that drape throughout the contorted branches in fall and winter. Grows 8-10' tall and wide, although they have been known to grow larger. A real conversation piece! Native to Europe, western Asia and northern Africa. Zone 4-8

Franklinia alatamaha
Another rare, hard to find plant that can be grown as a large shrub or small tree form. Originally found in Georgia in the late 18th century, it has virtually disappeared from the wild and now exists only in cultivation. With upright, airy branches and 5-6" long leaves that turn orange and red in fall, the 3" white flowers (resembling mockorange blooms) opening in late summer are an added surprise to this wonderful plant. Prefers moist, well drained, acid soil for best results. Grows 10-20' tall and 6-15' wide. Zone 5-8

Ginkgo biloba 'Chi Chi'
A multi-stemmed dwarf variety is a bushy male clone that develops long breast-like protruberances on the trunk and branches. Matures to 4-5'. Excellent Bonsai subject. Zone 4-9

 Hamamelis x intermedia 'Diane'
Flowering in January and February before foliage emerges, these large shrubs create color during the drab days of late winter. This hybrid has red flowers persist for a month or more, and are fragrant. Excellent when grown with an evergreen groundcover beneath. In Kansas, shrubs should be grown in part shade (afternoon shade) for best results. Grows 10-12' tall with a spread of 6-8'. Zone 5-8

 Hamamelis virginiana (witchhazel)
This native shrub produces fringey yellow flowers in winter, and can be grown as a large shrub or small understory tree. Foliage turns yellow in fall. Grows 12-15' tall and wide. Zone 3-8

 Heptacodium miconoides (seven-son-flower)
Large 3-4" long leaves persist into November, and white flower panicles emerge in August through October. In October and November, the flower sepals turn a reddish hue, and persist into winter. Grows best in moist soil, where it can grow 10-20' tall. Plant in partial shade (afternoon protection from heat is essential in our area). Native to China. Zone 4-8

Magnolia x soulangiana
Probably the most recognized and loved spring flowering tree, large, tulip-shaped blossoms of pink open in early spring on bare stems. Highly adaptable to a variety of soils, they will grow more happily with some protection from strong southern spring winds and hot afternoon summer sun. Hybrids originated in France. Zone 5

Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star'
Dense, oval, shrubby magnolia with 3-4" white flowers in early spring opening before foliage emerges. Matures to a height and spread of 10-12'. Native to Japan. Zone 4

Magnolia virginiana 'Sweet Bay'
Very fragrant, creamy-white flowers in May and June over large, glossy, dark green leaves that resemble a rubber tree plant. Native to the eastern coast of the US and west to Texas, these Magnolias bloom slightly later than saucer magnolias that suffer from late frosts in our area. Trees grow 15-20' high and wide. Zone 5

Malus sargentii (Sargent's crabapple)
White flowers cover this dwarf crabapple that grows just 6-10' in height, with a broadly spreading canopy up to 12' across. Good disease resistance and small fruit that persists. Zone 4

Malus sargentii 'Candy Mint' (crabapple)
Another dwarf form with carmine-red buds opening to pink. Fruit is purish, and foliage has a bronzish cast. Excellent horizontal branching makes this a natural for espalier techniques. Zone 4

Malus 'Indian Magic' (crabapple)
Red buds first appear, breaking open to a rosy pink 1-1 1/2 inch flower. This medium tree grows in a rounded habit, and the spectacular red berries turn golden-orange fruit is attractive in fall until winter, when birds eat it! Matures to a height and spread of 15-20'. Zone 4

Malus 'Prairiefire (crabapple)
New reddish purple foliage matures to dark green. Flowers are pinkish red, and fruit is bright red. Upright when young, this tree matures to a rounded habit and is extremely disease resistant. Trees grow to a height and spread of 20'. Zone 4

Malus 'Profusion (crabapple)
This medium sized tree has bronze-green foliage and is known for its abundant flowering of purplish-red blooms with pink centers. 1/2 inch blood red fruit. Excellent disease resistance. Matures to 20-25' tall and 15-20' wide. Zone 4

Populus nigra 'Italica' (Lombardy poplar)
Though short-lived, these trees make a fast growing and formal looking landscape border. Makes an excellent choice for interplanting with slower growing trees as wind and privacy barriers. Lasting about 15 years, white pines or junipers will grow into the space and take over by the time poplars need to be removed. Grows 30-50' in height with a spread of 10-15'. Zone 3

Prunus cerasifera 'Kreuter's Vesuvius' (purple ornamental plum)
Reddish-purple, sometimes almost black leaves cover this small tree with spring blooms appearing along branches. Foliage color holds well throughout the season, and these trees are hardy, adaptable and useful for limited space areas, like under power lines. An excellent contrast foliage originating in western Asia. Great subject for bonsai and espalier. Matures to 20-25' in height and spread. Zone 2

Prunus serotina (black cherry)
White flowers along 4-6" long racemes in May are followed by copious amounts of red and black fruit. Black cherry grows abundantly in the wild forests of the northeast, and was used by colonists to make furniture. An excellent native tree with nice ornamental qualities, and useful for wildlife. Zone 3

Prunus serrulata 'Kwanzan' (Kwanza cherry)
First foliage is dark bronze colored, and appears with pendulous, double, deep pink flowers. A very showy specimen for street or landscape planting, trees mature to a height and spread of 20-25'. Native to Japan, Korea and China. Zone 5

Prunus x cv. 'Snofozam' ('Snow Fountains' weeping cherry)
Cascading branches are completely white with semi-double flowers in early spring. Small leaves change to golden-orange in fall. Very dwarf trees mature to a height of 10-12' and a spread of 6-8'. Zone 5

Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat'
Small flowering tree of pyramidal growth habit bearing white flowers in early spring. Very popular ornamental tree that replaces 'Bradford' with better branching structure that withstands weather damage. Brilliant red fall foliage and small persistant fruit. Grows 25-30' in height with a spread of 25'. Parent plants native to China and Korea, cultivars resulted from attempted cross-breeding with the common pear. Zone 5

Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer'
Small flowering tree with tightly pyramidal form bearing white flowers in early spring. Narrow habit makes this a useful ornamental for small yards. Grows up to 35' tall with a spread of 16' in 35 years, according to Dirr. Zone 5

Quercus dentata 'Pinnatifida' (Japanese emperor oak)
Extremely rare and hard to find, this little oak tree has amazing think, leathery leaves with deeply cut, irregular edges. Matures to 12-15' high. SUPER COOL! Zone 5-8

Quercus robur 'Fastigiata' (columnar English oak)
2-5" long delicately lobed green foliage covers this columnar form of English oak, and large, long acrons appear in late summer and are cherished by wildlife throughout fall and into winter. A beautiful tree that is highly tolerant of drought, high pH, and heat. Matures to a height of 40-55' in height with a spread of 10-15'. Native to Europe, northern Africa and western Asia. Zone 3

Syringa reticulata (tree lilac)
Highly adaptable to difficult sites, you see them used quite often in urban settings where they are surrounded by pavement. Lustrous brown bark resembles that of the cherry tree, and dark green leaves set off the fragrant, ivory colored, 6-12" tall flower panicles that cover this little tree in late spring. An excellent small landscape tree, growing 20-30' high and 15-25' wide. Native to Japan. Zone 3-7

SHADE TREES
(trees that grow 25-100' tall)

rare & hard to find plants are highlighted in brown boxes!

Acer capillipes 'Hosoe kaede' (striped bark maple)
Bark of the trunk is green with dark, lengthwise stripes. New 3-5 lobed foliage emerges bright red, fading to bright green. Broad leaves occasionally have no lobes at all. Large growing maple can reach 25-35' high with a spread of 15-25'. Zone 4
Acer buergerianum (trident maple)
With it's oval to rounded habit, lustrous green foliage and rich yellow to red fall foliage, this medium-sized maple is a great choice for smaller yards, underplanting utility wires, or street trees. Striking exfoliating bark is multicolored, with scales of gray, orange and brown. Drought tolerant, adaptable to many soils and heat and cold hardy. Pest-free, too! Grows 25-35' high with a spread of 15-25'. Zone 5-8
Acer freemanii 'Jeffersred' ('Autumn Blaze' red maple)
A popular tree grown for its brilliant red-orange fall color. Relatively fast growth rate and ability to grow in most soils makes this a great choice for any yard. Oval to round habit, matures to a height of 50-55' and a spread of 40'. Zone 4-7
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' (Norway maple)
This tree has been a popular one for street side landscape use in America for some time. Yellow flowers appear in early spring before leaves, which have a burgundy-red color for the entire season. Round form matures 40-45' high and 35' around. Zone 4-7
Acer rubrum (red maple)
Unnamed cultivar red maples start each spring with showy red flowers on upright, rounded trees that grow 45-65' high and 60' across. Brilliant fall color glows scarlet, orange and yellow. Zone 3-9
Acer rubrum 'Franksred' ('Red Sunset' red maple)
Glossy green leaves turn brilliant red in fall. Adaptable to most soils, and excellent for street planting. Pyramidal to round form, matures 45-50' tall and 35-40' across. Zone 4-7
Acer rubrum 'Magnificent Magenta' ('Burgundy Belle' red maple)
Dark green summer foliage is glossy and heavily textured, making it more resistant to heat, drought and wind damage. Excellent burgundy-orange fall color, grows slightly smaller than other red maples to 45' high and 40' around. Oval to round form. Zone 4-8
Acer rubrum 'October Glory' ('October Glory' red maple)
Vigorous shade tree with intense fall foliage of scarlet and orange later than other red maples. Plant one of each to extend fall foliage color in the landscape. Grows 45-55' high with a spread of 35-45'. Zone 5-8
Acer saccharum 'Flax Mill' ('Majesty' sugar maple)
Fast growing trees with dark green foliage turning orange-red in fall. Oval form matures to 50-75' high and 40-50' across. Zone 4-7

Aesculus glabra (Ohio buckeye)
Small, upright, pale yellow flower clusters are followed by buckeye seeds. Heavily textured, ompound leaves turn yellow-orange in fall. These braod, rounded trees mature to a height of 25-45' with a spread of 30-55'. Zone 3-7
Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii' (red horsechestnut)
Dark green foliage holds into fall. Very showy, scarlet red upright 10" flower panicles cover this tree from early spring and last for weeks. One of our favorite trees, we've planted one to the north of the old starburst sign. Zone 4
Aesculus turbinata (Japanese horsechestnut)
This white flowering Japanese horsechesnut has superior resistance to summer leaf scorch common in Aesculus species. June flowers are appreciated by hungry bees, and seeds ripen in September. This tree grows happily in sandy, loamy and heavy clay soils but requires well-drained soil in partial shade to full sun. Matures to a height of 60 feet and a width of 30-40 feet.
Carpinus fargesii (hornbeam)
New foliage emerges maroon, changing to green for the summer and finally a fall mix of yellows, reds and oranges. Native to China, this small shade tree is quite hardy and trouble free. Grows 20-30' high with a spread of 20-25'. Zone 5
Carya illinoiensis (pecan)
This massive shade tree is the pecan producer of the industry in the U.S. Lustrous, dark green foliage does not provide much fall color, but the nuts more than make up for this shortcoming. Best growth occurs in moist, well drained soil. It is native from Indiana and Iowa to Texas and Mexico. Grows 70-100' high with a sprad of 40-75'. Zone 5-9
Catalpa speciosa
Medium to fast growing native tree with large, hanging, white flower clusters in summer over giant heart-shaped leaves that turn yellow in fall. Long pods persist into winter, providing visual interest and wildlife food. Highly adaptable to heat, drought and soils. Matures to 45-60' tall with a spread of 30-40' Zone 4-7
Cercidiphylum japonica (Katsura tree)
Upright, rounded habit at maturity with highly ornamental shaggy bark. Heart-shaped leaves resemble redbud leaves, but emerge reddish-purple and change to blue-green. Fall color is orange, apricot to golden-yellow. Disease resistant trees grow 40-55' tall and 20-30' around. Native to China and Japan. Zone 4-8
Cladrastis lutea (American yellowwood)
This native tree produces spectacular 12' long fragrant white flower clusters in early summer, and leaves turn golden yellow in fall. Grows 30-50' high and 40-55' around. Zone 4-8
Diospyros virginiana (persimmon)
Though not the most beautiful tree, it does provide dependable toughness and tasty fall fruit! Pyramidal to oval habit with green foliage turning yellow to reddish purple in fall. Fragrant white lily-of-the-valley-like flowers in late spring are followed with 1 1/2" yellowish-red to pale orange berries, which ripen in fall. Adaptable to very dry conditions, trees grow 35-60' tall with a 20-35' spread. Native from Connecticut to Florida, and west to Texas and Kansas. Zone 4
Fraxinus americana 'Autumn Purple' (autumn purple ash)
Erect in habit, this cultivar has glossy green leaves, is extremely hardy and thrives in a wide range of growing conditions. Ash trees are native to the eastern half of the US, and our trees are their cultivar cousins.Zone 3
Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' (green ash)
50-60' high shade tree is highly adaptable, slow growing and turns the most spectacular shades of yellow, orange and purple in fall. Zone 3
Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Patmore' (green ash)
Erect in habit, this cultivar has glossy green leaves, is extremely hardy and thrives in a wide range of growing conditions. Zone 3
Fraxinus pennsylvanica lanceolata (Marshall's seedless ash)
Dark, glossy green foliage and a pyramidal growth form, this male clone is a seedless tree. Zone 3
Ginkgo biloba (ginkgo)
One of the best trees for city planting is also a species that dates back to prehistory. The fan shaped leaves are quite unique, and the tree grows with an open form allowing some light to filter down. China. Zone 4
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Shademaster' (honeylocust)
A thornless variety of an American native, this tree offers all the benefits of the hardy and decorative locust, without the thorny hazards. Common honeylocust is native to the eastern half of the US. Zone 4
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst' (honeylocust)
Patented in 1954, this thornless variety is a slow grower with a bright golden appearance. The young leaves are a golden yellow color when they first emerge, giving the tree its unusual coloring effect. Zone 4
Gymnocladus dioica (Kentucky coffeetree)
Wonderful native shade tree that grows 60-75' high with a 40-50' spread. Bluish-green, bipinnate leaves are covered in summer with white flower clusters. Widely adaptable to different soils, city conditions and drought. Native to the eastern half of the US. Zone 4
Halesia carolina (Carolina silverbell)
Ntive to the eastern half of the US, this understory tree grows 30-40' high with a spread of 20-35'. Found along streams and in sheltered coves in its native range, single and multi-trunk specimens make pretty mid-sized trees. White, bell-shaped flowers open in spring. Prefers moist, acid, well-drained soil in sun or shade. Zone 5
Juglens nigra 'Regia' (walnut)
Rounded habit growing 40-60' high and wide. Produces thin shelled nuts loved by people and wildlife. Native to southeastern Europe and China. Zone 4
Koelreuteria paniculata (golden-rain tree)
Flowers in mid-July with pyramidal clusters of small yellow flowers. Greenish fruit pods are quick to follow, and are equally interesting to the tree's overall appearance for the rest of the season. Native to China, Japan and Korea> Zone 5
Liquidambar styraciflua (sweet gum)
An excellent ornamental tree with finely shaped leaves, lovely overall symmetrical form and outstanding fall color, this tree is an excellent choice for the landscape. Beware of the seed, encapsulated in spiny balls that fall to the ground each fall. Planted away from traffic areas, it performs well in dry soils as well as moist soils. Prefers low pH. Native to the eastern half of the US and south, then west to Mexico. Zone 5
Liriodendron tulipifera (tulip tree)
This native has a unique leaf shape. Shortly after leafing out, tulip shaped flowers of yellow, orange and green appear. Golden yellow fall foliage. A moderately fast-growing tree, it is highly adaptable to different soils and conditions. Cone-like fruit is present into winter, providing interest and wildlife food. Grows 60-80' high with a spread of 35-45'. Native to the eastern half of the US. Zone 4
Metasequoia glyptostroboides (dwan redwood)
Pyramidal in habit throughout its life, these trees have similar characteristics to bald cypress. Reddish-brown bark becomes darker and buttressed with age. Grows in wet or dry soils, although in youth it will require some care before it can be left on its own in drought. Fast-growing to 70-100' high and 25' wide. Native to China. Zone 5
Nyssa sylvatica (black gum, tupelo)
The earliest to turn in fall, it shimmers yellow, orange and scarlet red in full color. A pyramidal tree that can become more rounded at maturity. Dark grey bark is thickloy ridged, and summer foliage is deep glossy green. Highly adaptable, but prefers moist, acid soils. It can also tolerate poorly drained soils. Grows 30-50' high and 20-30' across. Native from Maine to Florida and west to Texas. Zone 4
Ostrya virginiana (ironwood)
Pyramidal in habit, becoming rounded at maturity with greyish exfoliating bark. Yellow fall color. Excellent tolerance for harsh city conditions, and highly adaptable to soils and light. Grows 25-40' high and 20-40' wide. Zone 4
Oxydendron arboreum (sourwood)
This native tree provides stunning fall color. Can be trained to a tree or shrub growth habit. Fall color is best when planted in full sun. Found in the southeastern US. Zone 5
Parrotia persica (Persian parrotia)
Fantastic multicolored fall foliage of yellow, purple and orange. Fantastic cream, green and grey exfoliating bark. Fantastic reddish-purple to bronze newly emerging foliage changes to deep, lustrous gree. No insect pest troubles, growing 20-40' high and 15-30' wide with much variety in individuals. Fantastic tree. Prefers moist, well-drained soils. Native to Iran. Zone 4
Platanus x acerifolia (London plane tree)
Widely used in cities because of it's tolerance to harsh conditions. Similar looking to the native Platanus occidentalis, but slightly smaller growing. Zone 4
Platanus occidentalis (sycamore)
Also called London Plane Tree, this grand native has leaves as big as platters, and beautiful exfoliating bark. Prefers moist soils, and grows well in poorly drained sites. Grows 75-100 high with a spread of 60-80' or more. Native to the eastern half of the US. Zone 4
Populus deltoides 'Souixland' (cottonless cottonwood)
A cottonless male clone of the native cottonwood tree. These fast growing trees have delicate leaves that look and sound wonderful in the breeze. An excellent choice for areas with poor drainage. Native cottonwoods are widespread especially along creeks and waterways from Canada south to Texas. Zone 2
Populus deltoides (cottonwood)
This native tree provides food for wildlife, and is a fast growing shade tree. Leaves that look and sound wonderful in the breeze. An excellent choice for areas with poor drainage. Native cottonwoods are widespread especially along creeks and waterways from Canada south to Texas. Zone 2
Prunus maackii (Amur chokecherry)
Prunus maacki is a densely branching, rounded tree, growing 35 to 45 feet tall. White 2-3" long racemes of flowers bloom in late spring, although this tree is not usually grown for its flowers. A multitude of tiny, red-black fruits ripen on the tree in late summer. Bark is beautiful and ranges in color from cinnamon-brown to yellow-brown. Sometimes the bark is shed in shaggy masses, sometimes it is relatively smooth. Requires well drained soil. Introduced into cultivation in 1878.
Quercus bicolor (swamp white oak)
Lustrous dark green leaves turn yellow-brown and sometimes russet-red in fall. An excellent choice for poorly draining sites. Grows 50-60' high and wide. Native from Canada south to Arkansas. Zone 3
Quercus coccinea (scarlet oak)
Brilliant red fall foliage gives this oak it's common name. Highly adaptable, this oak does especally well in moist, well drained acid soils. Grows 60-70' high and 40-50' wide. Native from Maine to Florida and to eastern Kansas. Zone 4
Quercus imbricaria (shingle oak)
Lustrous dark green leaves are not very oak-like in shape, but persist into winter like their cousins. Adaptable to many soil conditions. Grows 50-60' high and wide. Native from Pennslyvania south to Arkansas. Zone 4

Quercus macrocarpa (bur oak)
Very hardy and tremendous in size, this is a stately specimen to use in the landscape. Acorns are large size, and have a fuzzy fringe. Leaves are four to ten inches long. Grows 70-80' high and wide very slowly. Nova Scotia to Texas. Zone 2
Quercus muehlenbergii (chinkapin oak)
This oak has nice yellow to orange-yellow fall foliage. Tolerant of dry limestone soil. Grows 40-50' tall and wide, but will grow larger in more favorable condtions. Native from Vermont to Nabraska, and south to Mexico. Zone 4
Quercus palustris (pin oak)
Fast growing shade tree that also provides food for wildlife. Nice red fall color. Pin oaks prefer acid soil, and branches tend to arc downward, requiring high pruning of lower branches where mowing and other access below the trees is needed. Grows 60-70' high and 25-40' across. Native to the eastern half of the US. Zone 4
Quercus robur (English oak)
Blue-green leaves are deeply lobed and grow 2-5" long. Adaptable to soil and city conditions, drought and heat. Grows 40-60' high and wide. We also offer a narrow, columnar cultivar. Native to Europe, northern Africa and western Asia. Zone 3
Quercus shumardii (Shumard oak)
One of the fastest growing oaks, this tree starts out with a pyramidal form, rounding out overall as it matures. Especially good for street and avenue planting. Zone 5
Robinia pseudoacacia 'Blue Robe' (black locust)
Blue-green foliage is finely textured. Purple pea-like flower clusters open in late spring and early summer, then sporadically through the season. Grows anywhere! Trees reach 30-50' high and wide. Non-cultivar cousin native to the eastern half of the US. Zone 3
Salix albatristis 'Niobe' (weeping willow)
Standard weeping form with delicate leaves, this specimen can reach shade tree dimensions. Does best near water, but will tolerate dry soil. Grows 50-70' high and wide. A great fort for kids! Native to southern Europe, western Siberia, central Asia and China. Zone 4

Stewartia pseudocamellia (Japanese Stewartia)
White, fragrant, 2" blooms open in July on this ornamental tree. New foliage emerges purple, fading to green then changing to orange and red in fall. This tree's real beauty is it's bark, however, which has an exquisite exfoliating pattern and colors that include grey. orange and red-brown. Prefers moist, well-drained acid soil. Plants like full sun, but can struggle in the heat of summer. Grows 20-40' high and wide. Native to Japan. Zone 5-7
Taxodium distichum (bald cypress)
This tree is a deciduous conifer. It's finely textured foliage, stately size and overall adaptability make this a fine focal point for any landscape. Similar looking to dawn redwood (Metasequoia), these trees grow 50-70' high and 20-30' wide. In boggy sites, trees through up woody "knees" to breath, like a snorkel! Will also tolerate drier sites. Native to the eastern half of the US. Zone 4
Tilia cordata (little leaf linden)
An excellent specimen for urdan planting, fragrant flowers appear in June. Tolerance of harsh soil conditions is well known with this species. Grows 50-60' high and 30-40' wide. Native to Europe. Zone 3
Ulmus japonica x wilsoniana 'Accolade' (American elm)
Resistant to Dutch elm disease, this selection is bringing the American elm back to the landscape. Street plantings grow in gravefully arching tunnels, and buttery yellow fall foliage makes a fine end of season ornament. Grows 60-80' high and 30-50' wdie. Zone 2
Ulmus parviflora (lacebark or Chinese elm)
Also highly resistant to Dutch elm disease, brightly mottles yellow and grey bark is quite beautiful, and yellow and burgundy fall foliage makes a nice late season show. An excellent choice for urban and suburban planting. Grows 40-50' high and wide with some individual variation. Native to China, Korea and Japan. Zone 5
Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase'
Sometimes mistaken for an elm at the nursery because the foliage is somewhat similar, the vase-like form of this tree is very graceful even when immature. Brown bark has a shiny cherry-like look. Highly adaptable, this is one of our favorite trees for street planting. Grows 50-80' high and wide. Native to Japan. Zone 5

EVERGREEN TREES

rare & hard to find plants are highlighted in brown boxes!

Calocedrus decurrens (incense cedar)
Very adaptable evergreen prefers moist, well drained, acid soil but seems able to grow happily almost anywhere. Resembles an arborvitae in texture, the soft evergreen needles stay dark green all year. Plants grow 30-50' tall with a spread of 8-10'. Zone 5-8
Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca Pendula' (weeping atlas cedar)
Short blue needles are topped with purplish cones. Tolerant of acid and alkaline soils, but less cold hardy. Plant in a protected location, preferably close to a foundation of wall where solar heat can raise the temperature surrounding the tree slightly. This weeping form can be trained to form a variety of shapes and sizes. Native to Atlas Mountains of northwest Africa. Zone 6
Juniperus virginiana 'Burkii' (eastern red cedar)
Very popular for it's gray foliage and purple winter color.Developes a pyramidal habit maturing to 20' high and 6-8' around. Junipers grow best in full sun, but will adapt to partial shade up to 3-4 hours a day. Zone 2-9
Juniperus virginiana 'Caenartii' (eastern red cedar)
This variety originated in Belgium prior to 1868, and is popular for it's pyramidal form dark green foliage which holds its color through winter, and dark blue, highly ornamental seeds which add interest. 'Caenarti' grows 20-30' high with a spread of 8-10'. Can be pruned to promote dense habit, but matures to an open, airy form left on its own which can be quite beautiful. Junipers grow best in full sun, but will adapt to partial shade up to 3-4 hours a day. Zone 2-9
Picea omorika (Serbian spruce)
Slender trunk and drooping branches in a pyramidal form. Short green needles have silve bands underneath. Adaptable, but prefers high pH soil. Highly tolerant of midwestern conditions. Native to southeastern Europe. Zone 4
Picea pungens 'Bacherii' (dwarf Colorado blue spruce)
Foliage is a blue-green color, and the branches whirl in nicely textured layers across the plant. This is a very hardy plant, and has lovely ornamental cones 3-4 inches long. Zone 2
Picea pungens 'Fat Albert' (Colorado blue spruce)
Foliage is a blue-green color, and the branches whirl in nicely textured layers across the plant. This is a very hardy plant, and has lovely ornamental cones 3-4 inches long. Trees grow 20-30' high with an extra wide spread of 20-25'. Zone 2
Picea pungens 'Glauca' (Colorado blue spruce)
Foliage is a blue-green color, and the branches whirl in nicely textured layers across the plant. This is a very hardy plant, and has lovely ornamental cones 3-4 inches long. Trees grow 20-35' high and 20' across. Zone 2
Picea pungens 'Glauca Fastigiata' (columnar Colorado blue spruce)
Foliage is a blue-green color, with the same height of 20-35' but with a narrow spread of about 10'. Zone 2
Picea pungens 'Glauca Slenderina Pendular' (weeping columnar Colorado blue spruce)
Foliage is a blue-green color, and form is narrow with gracefully draping branches. Zone 2
Picea pungens 'Hoopsii' (dwarf Colorado blue spruce)
Foliage is a blue-green color, and the branches whirl in nicely textured layers across the plant. This is a very hardy plant, and has lovely ornamental cones 3-4 inches long. Zone 2
Pinus cembra (swiss stone pine)
2-3" long blue-green needles occur in bundles of five and persist for four to five years giving this evergreen a very dense appearance. Well-drained, slightly acidic soil in full sun. A naturally columnar pine, growing 30-40' tall with a spread of 15-25'. Native to central European mountains and southern Asia. Zone 2
Pinus densiflora 'Oculus-Draconis'
Long, white pine-like needles are variegated with bands of white. Very hardy and adaptable, this tree has performed well during long periods of heat and drought at the nursery. Grows like a white pine, reaching 20-25' in height and spread. Zone 4
Pinus flexilis 'Vanderwolf' (limber pine)
Long needles and overall soft appearance slightly resembles white pine, but with more glaucus color. Up close, needles are striped with dark green, blue and white. Very adaptable trees, growing 30-50' high and 15-35' wide. A native of the western US. Zone 4
Pinus nigra (Austrian pine)
Used for backgrounds, screens and windbreaks, this tree is bright green with long needles. Branches bend upward at the ends and 2-4" cones. The bark of mature trees is stunning. Grows 25-35' tall and 20-30' wide. Zone 4

Pinus parviflora 'Glauca' (Japanese white pine)
Dark green and blue short needles are mixed in clumps along branches, which bend upward at the ends. Neon purple candles almost seem to vibrate as the emerge on branch tips in late spring, later drying to small brown cones. Used as Bonsai subjects, but growing to a height of 20-50' high when left to grow, with a wide spread of 20-50' or more. A native of Japan. Zone 4-7
Pinus strobus (white pine)
Very soft overall appearance and excellent hardiness, adaptablitiy and fast growth rate make this a great evergreen tree to plant. Needles persist for a little more than a year before browning and dropping in late summer and fall. This needle drop is normal! Trees grow 25-35' high in our area with a spread of 20'. A native of the northeastern US. Zone 3
Pinus strobus 'Fastigiata' (columnar white pine)
FAll of the wonderful characteristics of Pinus strobus in a tightly columnar form, with a spread of about 10-15' at maturity. Zone 3
Thuja occidentalis 'Green Giant' (arborvitae)
An excellent evergreen with soft scaly, flat needle fronds that resemble ferns. Highly adaptbale, they're happy in sun or shade and make a fantastic windbreak or ornamental focal point in a formal garden design. This cultivar grows 20-25' tall in our area with a spread of 10-15'. Zone 2
Tsuga canadensis (Canadian hemlock)
Excellent for evergreen hedges in shady sites. Plant where it will be protected from afternoon sun, and keep well watered for the first 2 years after planting. Grows 20-30' in our area, with a spread of 20-30'. Native from Nova Scotia south to the mountains of Georgia and Alabama. Zone 3
Tsuga canadensis 'Pendula' (weeping Canadian hemlock)
Very pretty and unusual looking evergreen specimen. This is a very hardy plant when sited correctly and properly established, and has lovely ornamental cones 3-4 inches long. Plant where it will be protected from afternoon sun, and keep well watered for the first 2 years after planting. Grows 10-15' tall and 20-25' wide. Zone 3