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Trees

Trees for shade, structure, and canopy in the designed landscape.

945 plants

Trees in the database

Flamegold (Koelreuteria Elegans) — with a spread of 30-35 ft; just before leaf drop.<br><br>Spring heralds the emergence of Flamegold's showy flowers that

Tree

Flamegold

Koelreuteria Elegans

FullUSDA 9–10
Flame Leaf Sumac (Rhus Lanceolata) — The Flame Leaf Sumac (Rhus lanceolata) is a deciduous shrub native to North America

Shrub

Flame Leaf Sumac

Rhus Lanceolata

FullUSDA 5–11
Flame Thrower Eastern Redbud (Cercis Canadensis 'Flame Thrower') — This small, deciduous tree reaches 15-20 feet tall and 15 feet wide, perfect for

Shrub

Flame Thrower Eastern Redbud

Cercis Canadensis 'Flame Thrower'

FullUSDA 5–9
Flame Tree (Brachychiton Acerifolius) — Brachychiton acerifolius, the Flame Tree, strikes an impressive figure reaching up to 50 feet tall, image 76

Tree

Flame Tree

Brachychiton Acerifolius

FullUSDA 10–10
Flamingo Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Flamingo') — maturing to a cream and green palette

Tree

Flamingo Box Elder

Acer Negundo 'Flamingo'

FullUSDA 3–9
Flax Leaf Paperbark (Melaleuca Linariifolia) — These blossoms are not only visually appealing but also attract a variety of pollinators; white flowers in the

Tree

Flax Leaf Paperbark

Melaleuca Linariifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Flinder's Wattle (Acacia Notabilis) — Flinder's Wattle (Acacia notabilis) showcases vibrant yellow blooms in spherical clusters

Shrub

Flinder's Wattle

Acacia Notabilis

FullUSDA 8–11
Flooded Gum (Eucalyptus Rudis) — Its smooth, gray-brown bark peels away in summer, revealing a fresh layer beneath

Tree

Flooded Gum

Eucalyptus Rudis

FullUSDA 8–10
Florida Maple (Acer Floridanum) — Its moderate growth rate and compact size make it an ideal choice for urban landscapes and small garden spaces

Tree

Florida Maple

Acer Floridanum

FullUSDA 6–9
Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — Fraxinus ornus serves well as a focal point

Tree

Flowering Ash

Fraxinus Ornus

FullUSDA 6–9
Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — The Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a cherished small deciduous tree that reaches 20-30 feet in height; prefers

Tree

Flowering Dogwood

Cornus Florida

FullUSDA 4–10
Flying Dragon Lemon (Poncirus Trifoliata 'Flying Dragon') — Ideal for focal points or barriers in USDA zones 5-9

Tree

Flying Dragon Lemon

Poncirus Trifoliata 'Flying Dragon'

FullUSDA 9–11
Foothill, Gray & Digger Pine (Pinus Sabiniana) — bluish-gray needles about 8-12 inches in length

Conifer

Foothill, Gray & Digger Pine

Pinus Sabiniana

FullUSDA 6–10
Foothills Palo Verde (Parkinsonia Microphylla) — though it prefers well-draining sites

Shrub

Foothills Palo Verde

Parkinsonia Microphylla

FullUSDA 8–11
Forest Elder, Forest Nuxia (Nuxia Floribunda) — Gardeners cherish the Forest Elder for its year-round aesthetic appeal and its attractive

Tree

Forest Elder, Forest Nuxia

Nuxia Floribunda

FullUSDA 9–11
Forest Pansy Redbud (Cercis Canadensis 'Forest Pansy') — This cultivar of the Eastern Redbud boasts a moderate growth rate

Tree

Forest Pansy Redbud

Cercis Canadensis 'Forest Pansy'

FullUSDA 5–9
Forman's Mallee Or Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Formanii) — smooth bark peeling in patches to reveal a mosaic of grays

Tree

Forman's Mallee Or Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus Formanii

FullUSDA 9–11
Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — The plant thrives in well-drained sandy or loamy soils, withstanding dry conditions

Tree

Forrest's Marlock

Eucalyptus Forrestiana

FullUSDA 9–11
Fragrant Snowbell (Styrax Obassia) — it offers low maintenance in diverse landscapes while providing a stunning visual and sensory display; styrax obassia

Tree

Fragrant Snowbell

Styrax Obassia

FullUSDA 5–8
Frangipani (Plumeria Acuminata 'Pink') — Requires well-draining soil; thrives in full sun, reaching up to 20 ft high with minimal cold tolerance

Shrub

Frangipani

Plumeria Acuminata 'Pink'

FullUSDA 10–10
Frangipani White (Plumeria Acuminata 'White') — Drought tolerant once established, it requires minimal watering; shrub / tree for full or half

Shrub

Frangipani White

Plumeria Acuminata 'White'

FullUSDA 10–10
Franklin Tree (Franklinia Alatamaha) — flowering tree is a member of the tea family; tree with white blooms

Tree

Franklin Tree

Franklinia Alatamaha

FullUSDA 5–8
Fraser Fir (Abies Fraseri) — Reaching 30-50 feet in height with a 10-25 foot spread

Conifer

Fraser Fir

Abies Fraseri

FullUSDA 4–7
Fremont Cottonwood (Populus Fremontii) — Typically reaching heights of 40 to 90 feet with a canopy spread of 30 to 50 feet

Tree

Fremont Cottonwood

Populus Fremontii

FullUSDA 4–11

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