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Trees

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

945 plants

Trees in the database

Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — While these berries are attractive; shrub / tree for full

Shrub

Purpleleaf Sand Cherry

Prunus X Cistena

FullUSDA 5–10
Purple-Leaved Filbert (Corylus Maxima 'Purpurea') — Ideal for adding contrast in borders, it thrives in well-drained soil under full to partial sun; a cultivar

Shrub

Purple-Leaved Filbert

Corylus Maxima 'Purpurea'

FullUSDA 5–8
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — This tree is remarkably versatile; providing a display that both the client and their visitors will, image 132

Tree

Purple Orchid Tree

Bauhinia Variegata

FullUSDA 9–10
Purple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — with a spread of 20-30 ft

Tree

Purple Robe Locust

Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe'

FullUSDA 11–11
Purple Smoketree (Cotinus Coggygria 'Purpureus') — shrub / tree for full or half

Shrub

Purple Smoketree

Cotinus Coggygria 'Purpureus'

FullUSDA 3–11
Pyramidal European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus 'Fastigiata') — demonstrating a strong tolerance to a variety of soil types

Tree

Pyramidal European Hornbeam

Carpinus Betulus 'Fastigiata'

FullUSDA 5–7
Quaking Aspen (Populus Tremuloides) — heart-shaped leaves and striking white bark

Tree

Quaking Aspen

Populus Tremuloides

FullUSDA 4–11
Queen Palm (Syagrus Romanzoffiana) — creating a visually pleasing umbrella-like silhouette; which is advantageous for those wishing to achieve a mature look

Palm

Queen Palm

Syagrus Romanzoffiana

FullUSDA 10–10
Queensland Bottle Tree (Brachychiton Rupestris) — Minimalist foliage unfolds into large, lobed leaves, while bell-shaped flowers adorn the tree in spring

Tree

Queensland Bottle Tree

Brachychiton Rupestris

FullUSDA 9–11
Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Integrating this tree into a landscape offers both culinary and ornamental utility; pink and white flowers in the garden

Tree

Quince

Cydonia Oblonga

FullUSDA 5–8
Raywood Ash (Fraxinus Angustifolia 'Raywood') — This ash variety is drought-tolerant once established

Tree

Raywood Ash

Fraxinus Angustifolia 'Raywood'

FullUSDA 3–9
Red Acacia (Acacia Seyal) — The Red Acacia, or Acacia seyal, is a resilient deciduous tree thriving in arid climates; this hardy plant favors well-drained

Tree

Red Acacia

Acacia Seyal

FullUSDA 8–11
Red Alder (Alnus Rubra) — woody cones that persist through winter

Tree

Red Alder

Alnus Rubra

FullUSDA 8–10
Red Buckeye (Aesculus Pavia) — Prefers well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun

Shrub

Red Buckeye

Aesculus Pavia

FullUSDA 4–8
Red-Capped Gum (Eucalyptus Erythrocorys) — Bright red bud caps give the tree its name

Tree

Red-Capped Gum

Eucalyptus Erythrocorys

FullUSDA 9–10
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — making it a versatile choice for diversified settings; contributing to the ecosystem-friendly aspect of the

Conifer

Red Cedar

Juniperus Virginiana

FullUSDA 4–11
Red-Edged Dracaena (Dracaena Marginata) — removing indoor pollutants and improving air quality.<br><br>When designing a space; tolerant to, image 68

Tree

Red-Edged Dracaena

Dracaena Marginata

HalfUSDA 10–11
Red Emperor Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Red Emperor') — Its canopy shapes into a pleasing

Tree

Red Emperor Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum 'Red Emperor'

HalfUSDA 5–10
Red-Flowering Gum (Corymbia Ficifolia) — though young trees will benefit from regular watering during prolonged dry spells

Tree

Red-Flowering Gum

Corymbia Ficifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — unmistakable bark peels away in strips to reveal a patchwork of grays; with a canopy spread of up to 80 feet, image 77

Tree

Red Gum

Eucalyptus Camaldulensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Red Hickory (Carya Ovalis) — including those that are dry or occasionally wet.<br><br>A defining trait of the Red Hickory is its bark

Tree

Red Hickory

Carya Ovalis

FullUSDA 5–10
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — red flowers in the garden; which are about 8 to 12 inches in length that adorn the tree in mid to late, image 143

Tree

Red Horsechestnut

Aesculus X Carnea

FullUSDA 3–10
Red Ironbark (Eucalyptus Sideroxylon 'Rosea') — As a key element in landscape design; making it an excellent choice as a shade or specimen

Tree

Red Ironbark

Eucalyptus Sideroxylon 'Rosea'

FullUSDA 9–11
Red Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Rubrum') — is a culturally significant and striking ornamental tree

Tree

Red Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum 'Rubrum'

FullUSDA 5–9

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