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Trees

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

945 plants

Trees in the database

Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Exudes fragrant storax resin, often used in perfumes and medicines; transitioning to a brilliant, image 54

Tree

Oriental Sweet Gum

Liquidambar Orientalis

FullUSDA 7–10
Ornamental Crabapple (Malus Spp.) — Ornamental Crabapple (Malus spp.) is a captivating spring-blooming tree

Tree

Ornamental Crabapple

Malus Spp.

FullUSDA 4–10
Oro Blanco Grapefruit (Citrus X Paradisi 'Oro Blanco') — gold-hued exterior and sweet

Tree

Oro Blanco Grapefruit

Citrus X Paradisi 'Oro Blanco'

FullUSDA 9–11
Osage Orange (Maclura Pomifera) — up to 6 inches in diameter

Tree

Osage Orange

Maclura Pomifera

FullUSDA 4–9
Oshio Beni Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Oshio Beni') — arching branches and palmate leaves

Tree

Oshio Beni Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum 'Oshio Beni'

FullUSDA 5–10
Otay Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Otayensis) — The Otay Manzanita, Arctostaphylos otayensis, is a rare, evergreen shrub native to California's chaparral

Shrub

Otay Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Otayensis

FullUSDA 11–11
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — is a majestic evergreen tree indigenous to the forest regions of southern Africa

Conifer

Outeniqua Yellowwood

Afrocarpus Falcatus

FullUSDA 9–10
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — scientifically known as Quercus lyrata

Tree

Overcup Oak

Quercus Lyrata

FullUSDA 7–11
Pacific Madrone (Arbutus Menziesii) — with a spread of 20 to 30 feet at maturity; adds year-round interest and wildlife value

Shrub

Pacific Madrone

Arbutus Menziesii

HalfUSDA 7–9
Pacific Silver Fir (Abies Amabilis) — with a proportional spread of about 20 to 25 feet at maturity

Conifer

Pacific Silver Fir

Abies Amabilis

FullUSDA 4–7
Pacific Yew (Taxus Brevifolia) — reaching up to 50 feet tall and spreading 20 feet wide

Tree

Pacific Yew

Taxus Brevifolia

FullUSDA 4–10
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — starry white flowers in spring

Shrub

Pagoda Dogwood

Cornus Alternifolia Argentea

FullUSDA 3–7
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia) — which are a food source for birds and other wildlife; shrub / tree with white and yellow blooms

Shrub

Pagoda Dogwood

Cornus Alternifolia

FullUSDA 3–7
Palo Brea, Sonoran Palo Verde (Parkinsonia Praecox) — Its unique aesthetic is defined by a striking green bark

Tree

Palo Brea, Sonoran Palo Verde

Parkinsonia Praecox

FullUSDA 9–11
Panache Fig (Ficus Carica 'Panache') — It yields distinctive green and yellow striped fruits that ripen to a sweet, rich flavor

Tree

Panache Fig

Ficus Carica 'Panache'

FullUSDA 7–9
Paperbark Maple (Acer Griseum) — ornamental tree reaching 20-30 feet tall with a 15-25 feet spread; making it a focal point through all seasons

Tree

Paperbark Maple

Acer Griseum

FullUSDA 4–8
Paper Birch (Betula Papyrifera) — Known for its rapid growth and cold hardiness, image 25

Tree

Paper Birch

Betula Papyrifera

FullUSDA 2–7
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — is a deciduous tree revered for its fast growth; it thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring full sun to, image 82

Tree

Paper Mulberry

Broussonetia Papyrifera

FullUSDA 6–9
Paul's Scarlet English Hawthorn (Crataegus Laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet') — Its compact size makes it a practical choice for small gardens or urban settings

Tree

Paul's Scarlet English Hawthorn

Crataegus Laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet'

FullUSDA 5–8
Pawpaw (Asimina Triloba) — the Pawpaw can serve as an ornamental focal point; offering not just visual interest but also seasonal treats

Tree

Pawpaw

Asimina Triloba

FullUSDA 5–9
Pearl Acacia (Acacia Podalyriifolia) — year-round interest to landscapes in USDA zones 9-11

Tree

Pearl Acacia

Acacia Podalyriifolia

FullUSDA 10–10
Pecan (Carya illinoinensis) — As a culturally significant and economically valuable species

Tree

Pecan

Carya illinoinensis

FullUSDA 5–10
Peegee Hydrangea (Hydrangea Paniculata 'Grandiflora') — which can span up to 18 inches in length; this cold-hardy plant is ideal for borders, image 52

Shrub

Peegee Hydrangea

Hydrangea Paniculata 'Grandiflora'

FullUSDA 5–10
Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — cherished for its profuse

Tree

Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot

Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke'

FullUSDA 6–9

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