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Trees

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

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Trees in the database

Marina Strawberry Tree (Arbutus 'Marina') — This tree thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching heights of 30-50 feet with a spread of 20-35 feet

Tree

Marina Strawberry Tree

Arbutus 'Marina'

FullUSDA 8–10
Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Ideal for xeriscaping or as a windbreak; it's drought-tolerant, preferring well-drained soils

Shrub

Mastic Tree

Pistacia Lentiscus

FullUSDA 9–11
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — The inconspicuous pale green flowers may not be flashy; its non-invasive roots and minimal maintenance needs make

Tree

Mast Tree

Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula

FullUSDA 10–11
Maul Or Goldencup Oak, Canyon Live (Quercus Chrysolepis) — making it suitable for arid and semi-arid regions within USDA hardiness zones 7 to 9

Shrub

Maul Or Goldencup Oak, Canyon Live

Quercus Chrysolepis

FullUSDA 7–7
Mayten Tree (Maytenus Boaria) — Adaptable to varied soils, it prefers full sun to light shade; requiring minimal supplemental watering.<br><br>For optimal

Tree

Mayten Tree

Maytenus Boaria

FullUSDA 8–10
Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Malus pumila 'McIntosh' is a deciduous tree

Tree

Mcintosh Apple

Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh'

FullUSDA 5–8
Mediterranean Fan Palm (Chamaerops Humilis) — fan-shaped fronds atop multiple trunks; scientifically known as Chamaerops humilis, image 94

Palm

Mediterranean Fan Palm

Chamaerops Humilis

FullUSDA 8–11
Mexican Buckeye (Ungnadia Speciosa) — it's adorned with compound

Shrub

Mexican Buckeye

Ungnadia Speciosa

FullUSDA 7–11
Mexican Ebony (Havardia Mexicana) — small to medium-sized tree reaching heights of 15-30 feet with a dense

Tree

Mexican Ebony

Havardia Mexicana

FullUSDA 8–11
Mexican Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida Subsp. Urbiniana) — urbiniana) is a captivating small deciduous tree, boasting a mature height of 15-25 feet with a

Tree

Mexican Flowering Dogwood

Cornus Florida Subsp. Urbiniana

FullUSDA 4–10
Mexican Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Mexicana) — Admired for its orchid-like white flowers, it blooms from late spring to early fall, attracting pollinators

Tree

Mexican Orchid Tree

Bauhinia Mexicana

FullUSDA 8–11
Mexican Palo Verde (Parkinsonia Aculeata) — is a notable choice for any water-wise garden seeking an infusion of delicate beauty and resilience, image 82

Tree

Mexican Palo Verde

Parkinsonia Aculeata

FullUSDA 9–10
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — deciduous leaves of the California Sycamore are characteristically maple-like; this tree is a stately choice for large

Tree

Mexican Sycamore

Platanus Mexicana

FullUSDA 7–10
Miami Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica X Fauriei 'Miami') — Notable for its lush clusters of deep pink flowers, it blooms profusely in summer

Shrub

Miami Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia Indica X Fauriei 'Miami'

FullUSDA 7–10
Midwinter Fire Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire') — commonly referred to as the Midwinter Fire Dogwood

Shrub

Midwinter Fire Dogwood

Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire'

FullUSDA 3–8
Mockernut (Carya Tomentosa) — providing expansive canopy coverage that spans approximately 30 to 40 feet in width

Tree

Mockernut

Carya Tomentosa

FullUSDA 4–9
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — is an evergreen conifer that boasts a distinct and captivating appearance; conifer / tree for full, image 99

Conifer

Monkey Puzzle Tree

Araucaria Araucana

FullUSDA 7–11
Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun and moderate watering

Tree

Monkey Thorn

Acacia Galpinii

FullUSDA 9–11
Monterey Cypress (Cupressus Macrocarpa) — the Monterey Cypress commands significant space and may cast a wide shadow; it reaches up to 70 feet in height with a

Tree

Monterey Cypress

Cupressus Macrocarpa

FullUSDA 7–11
Monterey Pine (Pinus Radiata) — They are susceptible to fungal diseases and pests

Conifer

Monterey Pine

Pinus Radiata

FullUSDA 8–10
Montezuma Cypress (Taxodium Mucronatum) — furrowed appearance.<br><br>When incorporating the Montezuma Cypress into landscape designs; reaching up to 80 feet

Conifer

Montezuma Cypress

Taxodium Mucronatum

FullUSDA 8–10
Montgomery Palm (Veitchia arecina) — with a canopy span of 8 to 10 feet

Palm

Montgomery Palm

Veitchia arecina

FullUSDA 10–11
Montgomery Spruce (Picea Pungens 'Montgomery') — adding year-round visual interest

Conifer

Montgomery Spruce

Picea Pungens 'Montgomery'

FullUSDA 4–7
Moreton Bay Chestnut, Black Bean (Castanospermum Australe) — The Moreton Bay Chestnut (Castanospermum australe)

Tree

Moreton Bay Chestnut, Black Bean

Castanospermum Australe

FullUSDA 9–10

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