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Trees

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

945 plants

Trees in the database

Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — Tolerant of low-light conditions, it prefers well-draining soil and moderate moisture; especially in households

Shrub

Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree

Ficus Elastica

HalfUSDA 9–11
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — shrub / tree for half; the Rubber Tree is a resilient and low-maintenance choice, image 96

Shrub

Rubber Tree

Ficus Elastica 'Decora'

HalfUSDA 9–11
Running Gum (Eucalyptus grandis) — providing both grandiose scale and ample shade

Tree

Running Gum

Eucalyptus grandis

FullUSDA 9–11
Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia) — but it should be placed with consideration due to its potential invasiveness in some regions; regular pruning may be

Shrub

Russian Olive

Elaeagnus angustifolia

FullUSDA 3–7
Russian Pea Shrub (Caragana frutex) — The Russian Pea Shrub, Caragana frutex, is a hardy deciduous legume, maturing to 12-15 ft

Shrub

Russian Pea Shrub

Caragana frutex

FullUSDA 2–7
Rusty Leaf Fig (Ficus rubiginosa) — making it an excellent choice for larger gardens or parks; full sun to partial shade conditions are ideal

Tree

Rusty Leaf Fig

Ficus rubiginosa

FullUSDA 9–11
Saharan Cypress (Cupressus Dupreziana) — the Saharan Cypress requires full sun exposure and well-drained soil

Conifer

Saharan Cypress

Cupressus Dupreziana

FullUSDA 9–10
Sakura Japanese Cherry (Prunus Shimidsu 'Sakura') — renowned for its vibrant display of pink flowers in spring; offering a canopy that provides dappled shade

Tree

Sakura Japanese Cherry

Prunus Shimidsu 'Sakura'

FullUSDA 3–9
Salmon Gum (Eucalyptus Salmonophloia) — it is crucial to understand that while the Salmon Gum is both beautiful and functional

Tree

Salmon Gum

Eucalyptus Salmonophloia

FullUSDA 9–11
Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — The Sand Hickory (Carya pallida) is a hardy deciduous tree, thriving in well-drained sandy soils

Tree

Sand Hickory

Carya Pallida

FullUSDA 5–10
San Jose Holly (Ilex X Aquipernyi 'San Jose') — reaching 10-15 feet tall with a 7-10 feet spread

Shrub

San Jose Holly

Ilex X Aquipernyi 'San Jose'

FullUSDA 6–10
Santa Rosa Plum (Prunus Salicina 'Santa Rosa') — it boasts fragrant white-pink blossoms in spring

Tree

Santa Rosa Plum

Prunus Salicina 'Santa Rosa'

FullUSDA 5–10
Saratoga Ginkgo Tree (Ginkgo Biloba 'Saratoga') — The Saratoga Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Saratoga') is a deciduous conifer with unique

Tree

Saratoga Ginkgo Tree

Ginkgo Biloba 'Saratoga'

FullUSDA 4–11
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — <br><br>This ornamental cherry variety is highly prized for its rich; pink blossoms that envelop the branches

Tree

Sargent Cherry

Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris'

FullUSDA 4–8
Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — each typically measuring 1 to 2 inches in diameter; providing extended seasonal interest.<br><br>Furthermore

Shrub

Saskatoon Serviceberry

Amelanchier Alnifolia

FullUSDA 3–11
Sassafras (Sassafras Albidum) — acidic soils.<br><br>One of the Sassafras's most notable characteristics is its tri-lobed; it can reach heights up, image 67

Shrub

Sassafras

Sassafras Albidum

FullUSDA 8–11
Satsuma Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata 'Satsuma') — known botanically as Citrus reticulata 'Satsuma'

Tree

Satsuma Mandarin Orange

Citrus Reticulata 'Satsuma'

FullUSDA 9–11
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — best done after flowering to avoid cutting off next year's buds; additionally, sheltering, image 87

Tree

Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree

Magnolia X Soulangeana

FullUSDA 6–10
Sawleaf Zelkova (Zelkova Serrata) — providing year-round interest

Tree

Sawleaf Zelkova

Zelkova Serrata

FullUSDA 5–10
Sawtooth Oak (Quercus Acutissima) — guaranteeing the Sawtooth Oak's establishment and longevity in their garden; beginning when the tree is about 15 years old

Tree

Sawtooth Oak

Quercus Acutissima

FullUSDA 7–10
Scarlet Elderberry (Sambucus Pubens) — Drought-tolerant once established, it requires moderate maintenance

Shrub

Scarlet Elderberry

Sambucus Pubens

FullUSDA 4–6
Scarlet Oak (Quercus Coccinea) — is a striking deciduous tree renowned for its vibrant autumnal display; but the true spectacle arrives in fall when the leaves

Tree

Scarlet Oak

Quercus Coccinea

FullUSDA 7–7
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — This small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a similar spread

Tree

Scotch Laburnum

Laburnum Alpinum

FullUSDA 4–7
Scotch Pine (Pinus Sylvestris) — Boasting a conical shape in youth, it becomes more irregular with age

Conifer

Scotch Pine

Pinus Sylvestris

FullUSDA 4–10

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