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Trees

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

945 plants

Trees in the database

Indian Laurel Fig (Ficus Microcarpa) — the Indian Laurel Fig develops a sturdy; regular pruning may be necessary to maintain its shape and to remove any

Tree

Indian Laurel Fig

Ficus Microcarpa

FullUSDA 9–11
Indian Plum (Oemleria Cerasiformis) — It thrives in USDA zones 5-9, preferring partial to full sun and well-draining soil; shrub / tree for full or, image 54

Shrub

Indian Plum

Oemleria Cerasiformis

FullUSDA 5–10
Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia Sissoo) — The Indian Rosewood is well-regarded for its resilience; extensively used in fine furniture and cabinetry

Tree

Indian Rosewood

Dalbergia Sissoo

FullUSDA 10–11
Interior Live Oak (Quercus Wislizenii) — rounded-to-broad canopy offers exquisite shade and is constituted by leaves that are leathery and holly-like

Tree

Interior Live Oak

Quercus Wislizenii

FullUSDA 8–10
Irish Yew (Taxus Baccata 'Stricta') — It reaches up to 20 feet in height with a narrow spread of 4 feet

Shrub

Irish Yew

Taxus Baccata 'Stricta'

FullUSDA 6–9
Italian Alder (Alnus Cordata) — This species is valued for its hardy nature and adaptability

Tree

Italian Alder

Alnus Cordata

FullUSDA 5–10
Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — inconspicuous cones may appear; and can adapt to a variety of well-drained soils

Conifer

Italian Cypress

Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta'

FullUSDA 5–9
Italian Stone Pine (Pinus Pinea) — It prefers well-drained soils and, once established, is drought-tolerant, requiring minimal irrigation

Conifer

Italian Stone Pine

Pinus Pinea

FullUSDA 7–10
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — The Jacaranda mimosifolia, renowned for its captivating purple blossoms, thrives under full sun; prefers, image 76

Tree

Jacaranda

Jacaranda Mimosifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Jackfruit (Artocarpus Heterophyllus) — tree for full; and a unique talking point for guests, image 78

Tree

Jackfruit

Artocarpus Heterophyllus

FullUSDA 10–11
Jacquemontii Birch (Betula Jacquemontii) — is a standout specimen in any landscape design

Tree

Jacquemontii Birch

Betula Jacquemontii

FullUSDA 5–8
Jane Magnolia (Magnolia 'Jane') — The Jane Magnolia (Magnolia x 'Jane') is a stunning deciduous hybrid known for its late-blooming

Shrub

Jane Magnolia

Magnolia 'Jane'

FullUSDA 6–10
Japanese Angelica-Tree (Aralia Elata) — can offer food for various bird species

Shrub

Japanese Angelica-Tree

Aralia Elata

FullUSDA 4–9
Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume) — The branches display a picturesque form that can be appreciated even in winter's bareness; the deciduous foliage, image 74

Tree

Japanese Apricot

Prunus Mume

FullUSDA 6–9
Japanese Black Pine (Pinus Thunbergii) — irregular shape and robust branches

Conifer

Japanese Black Pine

Pinus Thunbergii

FullUSDA 5–10
Japanese Black Pine (Pinus Thunbergii 'Thunderhead') — or even as a sea of green in large-scale windbreaks or privacy screens

Conifer

Japanese Black Pine

Pinus Thunbergii 'Thunderhead'

FullUSDA 5–10
Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — with autumn brings a striking dark blue fruit contrasted by fiery orange-red foliage

Tree

Japanese Blueberry Tree

Elaeocarpus Decipiens

FullUSDA 7–10
Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria Japonica) — Often used for creating picturesque landscapes; is a majestic evergreen tree that hails from Japan and is renowned for

Conifer

Japanese Cedar

Cryptomeria Japonica

FullUSDA 5–9
Japanese Flowering Cherry (Prunus Serrulata) — It boasts a round canopy of dark green leaves and prolific cherry blossoms ranging from white to, image 51

Tree

Japanese Flowering Cherry

Prunus Serrulata

FullUSDA 6–9
Japanese Flowering Crabapple (Malus Floribunda) — reaching a height of 15-20 feet and a spread of 15-25 feet; showcasing delicate hues of pink and white

Tree

Japanese Flowering Crabapple

Malus Floribunda

FullUSDA 4–10
Japanese Larch (Larix Kaempferi) — Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 7; coupled with its dynamic year-round appeal, image 56

Conifer

Japanese Larch

Larix Kaempferi

FullUSDA 7–10
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shindeshojo') — known for its vibrant red spring foliage

Tree

Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum 'Shindeshojo'

FullUSDA 5–10
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — the Japanese Maple puts on a breathtaking display as the foliage shifts to brilliant shades of red

Tree

Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum

FullUSDA 5–8
Japanese Pagoda Tree (Styphnolobium Japonicum) — commonly known as the Japanese Pagoda Tree or the Chinese Scholar Tree; white and yellow flowers, image 55

Tree

Japanese Pagoda Tree

Styphnolobium Japonicum

FullUSDA 4–7

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