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1 A c a c i a ~ B a i l e y a n a An evergreen tree that typically grows no taller than 20 with a wide-spreading canopy wide with weeping branches holding silvery blue-gray, feathery leaves that are tinged with purple. Sweetly fragrant bright golden-yellow flowers. A c a c i a M e l a n o x y l o n ~ B l a c k w o o d A 9-60 tall tree with a dense, rounded crown of dark green foliage and a single, stout trunk at maturity. The leaves are flat, slightly curved with pale cream flower heads in small clusters. A c e r ~ B u e r g e r i a n u m It is a small, rounded, deciduous tree that typically grows rather slowly to Triangular, three-lobed leaves are glossy green above and pale green beneath. Variable but usually attractive fall color features shades of dark red and orange. A c e r ~ C a m p e s t r e Usually a low-branched with a rounded form tree that eventually reaches a height and spread of A c e r N e g u n d o ~ F l a m i n g o A vigorous, upright to columnar, deciduous tree, bearing pinnate, leaves that emerge pink in spring, turning green with white and pink variegation in summer. Clusters of yellow-green flowers bloom in spring. Reaches a maximum height of 15 by 12 wide. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ A t r o p u r p u r e u m Purple-burgundy leaves on graceful branches and trunk. Leaves fade to a bronzy green in summer and turn red in fall. Grows tall. Page 1

2 A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ B l o o d g o o d A deciduous tree that has attractive burgundy foliage which emerges deep purple in spring. The lobed palm-shaped leaves are ornamentally significant and turn an outstanding red in the fall. Reaches 20 by 20. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ B u r g u n d y L a c e Upright growing small tree with a wide canopy. Trees grow tall and wide in maturity. Deeply divided leaf form with beautiful dark burgundy-red coloration. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ C r i m s o n Q u e e n Upright grower at first then becomes gracefully arching reaching 8-10 tall & wide. Delicate lacy dark red that persist throughout the growing season. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ D i s s e c t u m R e d D r a g o n Can grow to heights of 6 with spreads to match. This deep purple-red dissectum keeps it tremendous deep color in sun or shade better than any other red dissectum. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ E m p e r o r A compact tree, with purple leaves from spring till fall, when they turn bright wine-red. Grows in height & 15 wide. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ G r e e n An upright, spreading tree with finely textured leaves that turn a stunning mixture of yellows, oranges, and reds in fall. Grows 25 in height & width. Page 2

3 A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ O s h i o B e n i A fast growing cultivar that comes out more orange red than purple red in early spring but rapidly darkens as it is exposed to the spring sun. Reaches in height & wide. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ S a n g o K a k u This cultivar is popular due to its cool season, flaming, coral-red bark. The soft lime green leaves are a sharp contrast to the brilliant bark and in winter the shining stems stand out against the white drifts of snow. Grows & wide. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ S e i r y u This deciduous tree grows in height & 8 in width. It takes on a vase-shaped appearance, with multiple trunks. Spring foliage is a beautiful bright green color. As the leaves un-fold there is a notable splash of red on the tips of the leaves. A c e r P a l m a t u m ~ S h i s h i g a s h i r a Distinctive form with dense tufts of crinkled dark green foliage. Leaves turn golden-orange in fall when the whole plant resembles a lion's head. Grows 10 tall by 10 wide. A c e r P l a t a n o i d e s ~ C r i m s o n S e n t r y An attractive purple-foliaged small tree with dense, upright branching. Dark purple leaves with five sharp lobes. Purple to golden-brown autumn foliage. Reaches 21 tall by 12 wide. A c e r P l a t a n o i d e s ~ P a r k w a y A pyramidal, uniformly branched tree with a strong central leader. The dark green summer foliage changes to yellow in the fall. Grows 40 in height & 20 wide. Page 3

4 A c e r R u b r u m ~ A r m s t r o n g Shade tree with a narrow columnar canopy of light green foliage and very attractive yellow to orange-red fall color. Reaches 45 tall & 15 wide. A c e r R u b r u m ~ A u t u m n B l a z e A fast growing tree with a dense oval crown and excellent branch structure. Green foliage with brilliant red in fall. Grows 50 in height & 40 wide. A c e r R u b r u m ~ O c t o b e r G l o r y A deciduous tree that grows tall with an oval rounded form. Attractive red flowers appear in early spring before the foliage emerges. Glossy dark green leaves with red stems. A c e r R u b r u m ~ R e d p o i n t F r a n k J r Brilliant red fall color, excellent and strong branching, uniform shape and good growth rate. Grows to a medium mature size of 45 tall by 30 wide. A c e r R u b r u m ~ R e d S u n s e t This is a rounded to open-crown deciduous tree up to 70 tall and 30 wide with early, brilliant red fall coloring. A c e r R u b r u m ~ S o m e r s e t Its impressive bright trifoliate mid-green foliage in spring with a long lasting intense red fall color. This upright habit has a height of 24 tall & 12 wide. Page 4

5 A c e r S a c c h a r i n u m ~ S i l v e r M a p l e A medium to large tree from tall. Bark is gray to brownish gray. Deeply 5-lobed light green leaves have silvery undersides. A e s c u l u s ~ C a r n e a R e d H o r s e C h e s t n u t Magnificent ornamental deciduous tree, with distinctive palmate leaves. Enormous, rich pink candle-like flowers are very spectacular in spring. Typically grows 20 by 10. A l e p p o P i n e ~ P i n u s H a l e p e n s i s A coniferous tree growing up to 45 high, conical in shape with a short trunk when young and rounded to oblong with a crooked trunk when older. Crown open with silvery-grey bark becoming darker. Grey-green to yellow-green leaf needles. A l n u s ~ C o r d a t a A deciduous with a conical habit and it has broadly ovate, dark green, glossy leaves which are heart shaped at the bases. The leaves are preceded by groups of 3 to 6 pendant, yellow to brown catkins. Can reach up to 75 tall & 18 wide. A l n u s ~ R h o m b i f o l i a A deciduous tree. Fast growth rate, 50-90' in height with 25-45' spread. Has an oval to pyramidal shape. Simple leaf type, rhombic shape, double serrated margins. The color is bright green above paler below. A r b u t u s ~ M a r i n a S t r a w b e r r y An evergreen tree, growing to tall with a broad dense crown. When the older bark to peels away from the trunk it revealing the beautiful shiny red new bark underneath. Clusters of white-blushed-pink flowers are produced year-round. Page 5

6 A r b u t u s ~ M a r i n a S t r a w b e r r y M u l t i A large tree that can reach 50 tall with gorgeous bark and dark green leaves. Its flowers are pink, borne in pendant clusters in the summer. The fruit is large, red and quite ornamental. A r b u t u s ~ U n e d o S t r a w b e r r y Grows to 35 high with equal spread. The white flowers and edible red strawberry-like fruits appear in the fall through the winter. Trunk and branches shred their bark exposing the redcolored new bark. A r b u t u s ~ U n e d o S t r a w b e r r y M u l t i A small evergreen shade tree that grows 20-35, with its shiny dark green color and attractive bark and multi-trunk branching habit. The flowers and fruit are also attractive. B e t u l a n i g r a ~ D u r a H e a t A fast-growing, nicely forked with a dense canopy of emerald green foliage throughout the season. The pointy leaves turn an outstanding yellow in the fall. Reaches 50 in height & 45 spread. B e t u l a n i g r a ~ H e r t i a g e Exfoliating grayish-red bark in youth developing into orangebrown after 5-7 years. Foliage diamond shaped with good yellow autumn color. Predominantly upright habit with fast growth rate to tall & 40 wide. B e t u l a P a p y r i f e r a A deciduous tree of conical outline, with white bark peeling to reveal pale orange under bark; yellow male catkins and dark green leaves turning yellow in autumn. Grows 36 tall by 24 wide. Page 6

7 B e t u l a P e n d u l a ~ C r i m s o n F r o s t An amazing hybrid of birch with deep purple leaves and the famous white bark; a spectacular accent tree with a loose, open habit and fine. Grows 40 tall by 25 wide. B e t u l a P e n d u l a ~ C u t l e a f W e e p i n g This deciduous tree typically grows 80 tall & 30 wide. Takes on a narrowly conical shape with weeping branches. The foliage is green during the summer and is a pleasing yellow color in the fall. B e t u l a P e n d u l a ~ W h i t e B i r c h Graceful, open-branched pyramidal form tree. Distinctive flaky white bark makes interesting landscape show. A wonderful yard tree that has terrific yellow fall color. Fast grower to or taller & wide. B e t u l a P o p u l i f o l i a ~ W h i t e s p i r e A deciduous tree with a distinctive and refined pyramidal form. Has dark green foliage throughout the season and the pointy leaves turn an outstanding yellow in the fall. Grow to be about 40 tall with a spread of 30. B e t u l a U t i l i s ~ J a c q u e m o n t i i This deciduous exhibits the brightest white bark of any tree for a truly distinctive and exciting show! Graceful, open-branched pyramidal form. A wonderful landscape tree with terrific yellow fall color. Fast grower to tall & wide. C a l o c e d r u s ~ D e c u r r e n s An evergreen tree growing to 49 tall by 6 wide at a slow rate. One of nature's more aromatic trees. It is known for its slim elegant look. Page 7

8 C a m e l l i a J a p o n i c a ~ D e b u t a n t e Abundant, large, light pink, peony style blooms make a delightful contrast to the glossy, dark green leaves. C a m e l l i a J a p o n i c a ~ E l e g a n Slow growing, upright to spreading small tree with age. Oval, glossy, leaves bears anemone-shape rose-pink blooms. C a m e l l i a J a p o n i c a ~ K r a m e r s S u p r e m e An upright tree with large, produces double, big, bountiful blooms of rose-red. Height: Width: 3-10 C a m e l l i a J a p o n i c a ~ L i l y N a f f A large, broadleaf evergreen small tree that has an upright spreading habit and attractive smooth gray branches with glossy, dark green leaves and it bears soft, silvery pink blooms. C a m e l l i a J a p o n i c a ~ M s. U n i v e r s e Medium, pure white, formal double blooms. Flowers contrast well with the glossy, dark green foliage. Moderate growing 6-8 tall & wide. Larger with age. C a m e l l i a s a s a n q u a ~ c l e o p a t r a Bears semi-double flowers in a clear pink. Slow growing, upright to spreading small tree with age. Oval, glossy, leaves and profuse winter to spring blooming flowers. Page 8

9 C a m e l l i a S a s a n q u a ~ S h i s h i G a s h i r a The growth habit is generally bushy when they are young, but as they age they will eventually grow into attractive small trees tall. The foliage is glossy and dark green. C a m e l l i a Y u l e t i d e ~ M u l t i Produces a profusion of uncommonly cup-shaped, brilliant blooms which are small, single and fiery red, centered with bright yellow stamens in late fall/early winter. It has evergreen glossy textured foliage. C a n a d i a n C h o k e b e r r y A pyramidal tree that grows in height. Foliage emerges as bright green but turns purplish for most of the summer. C a r p i n u s B e t u l u s ~ h o r n b e a m A deciduous tree growing to 82 by 65 at a medium rate. The bark is smooth & greenish-grey. The leaves are alternate with prominent veins giving a distinctive corrugated texture, and a serrated margin. C e d r u s ~ A l t a n t i c a G l a u c i a A tall, evergreen conifers with a broad conical crown and needlelike foliage. Needles are triangular on cross section, arranged singly in an open spiral on long shoots, and in dense spiral clusters, with a central bud, on short shoots. C e d r u s ~ D e o d a r a A large stately conifer with horizontal spreading branches and a conical shape. It can grow to 150 tall with a 40 spread at ground level. The stiff, needle-like leaves are about 2 long and borne in dense whorls of per cluster. Page 9

10 C e d r u s ~ L i b a n i P e n d u l a Leaves are green-blue. Strong main leader branch with all other branches coming straight down. Thin whimsical tree. Grows 14 tall by 4 wide. C e l t i s ~ H a c k b e r r y A medium to large sized deciduous tree that typically grows tall with upright-arching branching and a rounded spreading crown. Mature gray bark develops corky ridges and warty texture and greenish flowers appear in spring. C e r c i s C a n a d e n s i s ~ A v o n d a l e Deciduous ornamental redbud cultivar with deep purple to pink flowers appear in the spring on the branches and main trunk, almost so thick you rarely see the branches. Growing in height and width. C e r c i s C a n a d e n s i s ~ F o r e s t P a n s y An excellent for almost any landscape. The leaves emerge in spring with a dark red-purple color and fades throughout the season. Reaches in height & spread. C e r c i s C a n a d e n s i s ~ o k l a h o m a A deciduous, spreading tree. Leaves have round ends and are shiny, waxy, deep green, up to 4 inches long heart-shaped foliage and small, deep crimson, pea-shaped blooms. Foliage turns a lovely yellow in fall. Heights & width C e r c i s O c c i d e n t a l i s ~ M u l t i A deciduous multi-stemmed tree growing as wide as it is tall with a dense rounded crown and many angled branches with magenta flowers that occur in spring. Height 6-20 tall & same in width. Page 10

11 C e r c i s O c c i d e n t a l i s ~ S t a n d a r d A small deciduous tree or shrub to 15 tall or more and as wide. It has attractive 3 inch long heart-shaped leaves that emerge in late winter a pale-green color, tinged red, and age to a blue-green, then turn yellow before dropping in the fall. C h a m a e r o p s ~ H u m i l i s An evergreen, attractive multi-trunked habit forming rounded clumps. Attractive, compact blue-green crown. Slow grower to tall and wide. C h i t a l p a ~ P i n k D a w n Small deciduous tree tends to be multi-stemmed. Long, narrow, bright green leaves back large clusters of trumpet-shaped pale lavender flowers with pale yellow throats. Fast growing to 25 ft. high, equal width. C i n n a m o m u m C a m p h o r a ~ M u l t i This beautiful evergreen tree has glossy foliage that is light green in color. The new foliage comes in with a tinted red color. Eventually, this tree becomes quite large in size 50' - 60' tall & 60' wide. C i n n a m o m u m C a m p h o r a ~ S t d This large, round-canopied, evergreen tree has broad, largediameter and can reach 70 in height with a broad spread usually The glossy green, thin but leathery leaves give off a camphor aroma. C l a d r a s t i s ~ L u t e a A vase-shaped spreading tree with dark green foliage that turns a delicate yellow or orange in the fall and smooth light gray bark. Slow grower reaching over 30 in height & width. Page 11

12 C o c o s P l u m o s a ~ Q u e e n P a l m A tall, elegant and easy palm to grow. Their large dark green foliage and slender trunks are perfect for a back drop to a tropical back or front yard. Will grow up to 50 tall. C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ F l o r i d a A deciduous tree, semi rounded top; horizontal low branches creating a layered look. Height & width " white flowers in spring; glossy red fruit in fall. C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ F l o r i d a C h e r o k e e B r a v e A vigorous grower, reddish-pink to burgundy spring blooms have a white center. Red berries in fall compliment deep burgundy-red foliage. Grows 20 in height. C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ F l o r i d a C h e r o k e e P r i n c e s s A small ornamental tree, maturing at 15 tall by 25' wide. Medium to dark green foliage above but silvery-green below, fall color is red to crimson-purple. C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ F l o r i d a R u b r a This elegant pink dogwood has slender arching branches with dark checkerboard bark. Produces masses of fragrant, deep pink flowers even before the branches leaf out. Grows 20-30' tall. C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ K o u s a M u l t i A small tree; typically multiple stems, wide branching. The flower makes this tree a must in a landscaping setting. White to yellow bracts surround a cluster of small flowers in height. Page 12

13 C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ K o u s a S t d A stunning flowering tree with good fall color. Grows tall with a vase-shaped habit which eventually matures to a more rounded habit. The four white petal-like bracts surround the center cluster of insignificant, yellowish-green, true flowers. C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ R e d T w i g A grow fast to 8-12 tall & wide with dense branching and foliage. It provides a long season of interest in the garden with its variegated leaves, attractive berries, pretty fall color, and red winter stems. C o r n u s d o g w o o d ~ S t e l l a r P i n k A small deciduous tree with a dense, upright habit, typically maturing to tall & as wide. The true dogwood flowers are actually tiny, yellowish green and insignificant, being compacted into button-like clusters. C o t i n u s ~ P u r p u r e u s S m o k e T r e e This slow growing, open-crown, round, small tree eventually reaches tall & wide. The large panicles of wispy dark pink flowers produced in spring and early summer give the effect of a cloud of smoke. C o t i n u s ~ P u r p u r e u s S m o k e T r e e S t a n d a r d A small deciduous tree with natural low branching. Mature height is The intensity of the purple coloration in the leaves fades somewhat to purplish green. C u p r e s s u s ~ G l a b r a L i m e l i g h t An erect and slender growth habit and capable of year-round light yellow to lime-green color foliage. Grows 25 tall by 15 wide. Page 13

14 C u p r e s s u s ~ I t a l i a n C y p r e s s An evergreen species that forms 60 tall columnar conifer which stays less than 10 wide. It bears erect branches forming a solid wall of foliage, which is scale-like and dark green in color. C u p r e s s u s ~ T i n y t o w e r A slow-growing, upright, columnar, evergreen tree with deep blue green foliage. Height 8 & spread 2. C y c a s R e v o l u t a ~ S a g o P a l m One of the most primitive living seed plants, are very unusual and popular ornamentals. A rugged trunk, topped with whorled feathery leaves. Grows over 20. D i c k s o n i a A n t a r c t i c a ~ A u s t r a l i a n F e r n A slow-growing tree fern, forming a thick trunk up to 45 tall. The trunk is usually solitary and is densely covered in matted, brown aerial roots, with persistent leaf bases towards the crown. D o d o n a e a ~ H o p S e e d An evergreen narrow linear leaf, alternate; top glossy underside lighter. Flowers small clusters of greenish-white flower; bloom in early spring. Grows tall. E l a e o c a r p u s ~ D e c i p i e n s An evergreen and is suitable for lawn or park tree planting. It displays glossy green foliage and then they turn bright red before dropping. Produces blue-black, olive-like fruit in winter. It grows moderately fast to tall & wide. Page 14

15 E n s e t e ~ G l a u c u m S n o w B a n a n a Grows up to 17 tall and produces a very large white flower head. Five inch fruits develop within the flower head. E n s e t e ~ V e n t r i c o s u m R e d A b y s s i n i a n B a n a n a Medium to large tropical ornamental. Huge bright green leaves with red midrib rise from tall trunk. Fast growing to 15 to 20 ft. tall. E r i o b o t r y a ~ D e f l e x a B r o n z e L o q u a t M u l t i A beautiful, small, broad-leaf evergreen tree. It has beautiful branching structure and is usually multi-trunked. Grows up to 25. E r i o b o t r y a ~ D e f l e x a B r o n z e L o q u a t S t a n d a r d This rounded, spreading, evergreen, small tree reaches a height of with a spread. The large, leaves are a bright red-bronze or coppery color when young and maintain this color. E r i o b o t r y a ~ J a p o n i c a B r o n z e An evergreen tree with simple, leathery leaves and small white flowers having fuzzy yellow olive-sized fruit with a large free stone. Reaches tall. E u c a l y p t u s ~ G l o b u l u s B l u e g u m One of the most widely cultivated evergreen trees. They typically grow from tall. The bark sheds often, peeling in large strips and leaves are narrow, sickle-shaped and dark shining green. Page 15

16 E u c a l y p t u s ~ G l o b u l u s B l u e g u m C o m p a c t a Foliage consists of dark green sickle-shaped leaves. The foliage of nearly all species has a strong pungent odor similar to menthol. Reaches in height. E u c a l y p t u s ~ L e u c o x y l o n R o s e a A popular tree for its abundance of large mainly red flowers that cover the tree in late winter and early spring. A small tree growing up to around 24 high and develops an open spreading crown, once the tree is established. E u c a l y p t u s ~ N i c h o l i i W i l l o w - l e a f e d P e p p e r m i n t Ornamental, erect tree with grey-green to blue willowy foliage and pink to purplish new growth. Rough, fibrous, grey brown bark. Reaches height of & width 30. F e i j o a ~ S e l l o w i a n a M u l t i An attractive fruit bearing evergreen with a multi stems. Known for its juicy 2" fruits and its edible flowers. It may be grown as a thick hedge or trained to a small tree. If left without pruning it may reach 15' tall. F e i j o a ~ S e l l o w i a n a S t a n d a r d Medium sized tree that grows to 25. The leaves are ornamental, with silvery undersides and glossy green on top. Flowers usually bloom during summer and the petals are edible. F r a x i n u s ~ A u t u m n A p p l a u s e This dense, oval, male selection with good branch structure exhibits good reddish maroon fall color on narrow leaflets. Reaches 40' high x 25' wide. Page 16

17 F r a x i n u s ~ p e n n s y l v a n i c a G r e e n A medium-sized deciduous tree reaching tall. The bark is smooth and gray on young trees, becoming thick and fissured with age. The winter buds are reddish-brown, with a velvety texture. F r a x i n u s ~ R a y w o o d A s h A deciduous tree which is capable of reaching more than 80 in height but will more commonly be tall with a 25 spread in a landscape, opening into a full, rounded canopy with age. The leaves turn various shades of red to purple. G e i j e r a P a r v i f l o r a An attractive evergreen, typically growing tall and 20 wide, with an upright, oval silhouette and rough dark gray bark. Branches are composed of strong, wind-resistant wood and are directed upward. G i n k o B i l o b a ~ A u t u m n G o l d Fan shaped leaves give a unique texture. Large statured tree with a broad-spreading habit. A male culivar that will not produce fruit. Leaves turn a uniform golden yellow in fall and persist for several weeks. Grows 45 tall by 35 wide. G i n k o B i l o b a ~ F a i r m o n t A narrow, upright pyramidal tree with golden-yellow fall color. It has regular branching. Reaches 75 tall & 25 wide. G l e d i t s i a ~ T r i a c a n t h o s A deciduous tree growing to 65 tall by 49 at a medium rate. Compound leaf; yellow to yellow green fall color with fragrant, greenish yellow flowers. Page 17

18 G l e d i t s i a ~ T r i a c a n t h o s S h a d e m a s t e r One of the finest and most popular shade trees, valued for its delicate, ferny appearance which casts a dappled shade below; upright spreading and fast growing. Dark green foliage, leaves turn an outstanding yellow in the fall. Grows 45 tall & 40 wide. F u y u ~ P e r s i m m o n This non-astringent, large, round, flattened fruit has reddishorange skin when ripe. The tree bears at a young age and is a heavy producer. The fruit is seedless and is excellent for fresh eating or cooking H a c h i y a ~ P e r s i m m o n Vigorous trees that produce sweet rich delicious fruit in November and make great indoor patio plants. Can reach 30 feet tall with a 30-foot-wide canopy. J u n i p e r u s ~ S c o p u l o r u m W i c h i t a B l u e Has attractive silvery blue foliage. The scale-like leaves are ornamentally significant but remain silvery blue through the winter. Grows 12 tall & 5 wide. J u n i p e r u s ~ S p i r a l A narrow, pyramidal evergreen with dark mint green foliage. This dense, rapid grower makes an excellent sheared topiary. Reaches in height & 3 in width. K o e l r e u t e r i a ~ B i p i n n a t a C h i n e s e F l a m e A yellow carpet of fallen petals, delicate leaflets which cast a mosaic of welcoming shade, and large clusters of persistent rosecolored, papery capsules. Upright, spreading crown; often multi Page 18

19 K o e l r e u t e r i a ~ P a n i c u l a t e A small, open-branching, irregularly-shaped, deciduous tree with a rounded crown which typically grows 30-40' tall and as wide. Leaves emerge pinkish bronze to purplish in spring, mature to a bright green in summer and turn yellow in fall. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ C a t a w a b a M u l t i A moderate grower reaching up to 15 feet tall with an equal spread, growing in a rounded, dome-like habit. In mid summer, the vibrant, deep purple flowers emerge and dominate the scene. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ C a t a w a b a S t d A medium sized tree, with a fine rich purple bloom color. Flowers begin to emerge in the early summer after foliage, in panicles of crinkled small flowers with a crepe-like feel and look. Grows up to 20 tall. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ C h e r o k e e R e d It bears clusters of crinkled, subdued-red (or powdered coral-red) flowers at its branch tips among glossy, dark green leaves. Reaches 8-10 tall. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ D y n a m i t e M u l t i A deciduous, upright, multi-stemmed tree. Foliage emerges reddish in spring, matures to dark green in summer and turns orange to red in fall. Grows 5-20 tall. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ D y n a m i t e S t d A fast growing shade tree with broad, upright growth habit. Showy, ruffled, fire red flowers followed by vibrant orange-red fall foliage. Reaches 20 tall. Page 19

20 L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ M u s k o g e e M u l t i A very tall and vigorous growing habit with small alternate leaves that are glossy green in the summer and in the fall they turn yellow and red. Grows up to tall & wide. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ M u s k o g e e S t d A small deciduous tree that makes an excellent specimen. Light lavender-pink flowers appear amid glossy green foliage that turns red in fall. The cinnamon colored bark is smooth, peeling to a shiny light gray. Growth to tall,&15 wide. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ N a t c h e z M u l t i A deciduous, upright, spreading, multi-stemmed tree. Features dark green foliage turning orange to red in fall, dark cinnamon brown bark and white flowers from mid-summer to early fall. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ N a t c h e z S t d A small tree with smooth, dark cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark. Glossy dark green leaves turn vibrant orange-red in fall. Panicles of pure white, soft textured flowers. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ T u s c a r o r a M u l t i A deciduous small tree with profuse crepe-like coral-pink flowers. Exquisite orange-red foliage color in the fall. Smooth, mottled, light cinnamon brown bark adds year-round interest. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ T u s c a r o r a S t d This tree will grow 18'-25' high and 15'-18' wide; it has deciduous green leaves that turn to orange, red, and yellow in the fall. It produces showy red flowers and has brownish green, droopy branches. Page 20

21 L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ Z u n i M u l t i A deciduous featuring larger, dark lavender flower trusses, improved hardiness, and handsome peeling bark. Excellent fall foliage color from orange-red to maroon. L a g e r s t r o e m i a ~ Z u n i S t d A small deciduous tree that makes an excellent specimen. Light lavender-pink flowers appear amid glossy green foliage that turns red in fall. The cinnamon colored bark is smooth, peeling to a shiny light gray. Growth to tall. L a u r u s N o b i l i s ~ S a r a t o g a M u l t i A small tree that tops out at about tall and has glossy, oval leaves are olive green with a lighter underside and new growth has a red tinge. L a u r u s N o b i l i s ~ S a r a t o g a S t d With glossy, fragrant foliage, a striking display of creamy-yellow, early spring flowers, this vigorous evergreen reaches 20-25'. L i g u s t r u m T e x a n u m ~ C o n e An evergreen with dark green and glossy oval leaves, showy clusters of small white flowers followed by black berries. Grows 8-10 tall. L i g u s t r u m T e x a n u m ~ P a t i o A compact, upright growing, vigorous evergreen with large, glossy, deep green leaves. Reaches 10 tall. Page 21

22 L i g u s t r u m T e x a n u m ~ T i e r 2 A compact, upright growing evergreen. Unsheared plants produce white blossoms in spring followed by blue berries. Prune to maintain poodle shape. L i g u s t r u m T e x a n u m ~ T i e r 3 Thick, dark green, glossy, oval leaves 2 inches long. The new growth in the spring is a light green. The leaves turn dark green and leathery as they mature. Flowers form clusters of small creamy white, fragrant flowers in the spring. L i q u i d a m b a r ~ F e s t i v a l This narrow deciduous tree reaches tall. It has a lighter green color, which turns shades of yellow, peach, pink, orange and red in the fall. L i q u i d a m b a r ~ P a l o A l t o A reasonably upright habit and brilliant orange-red autumn color. This leaf color is similar in appearance to that of some Japanese Maples, turning a darker red before falling. It reaches 50 tall. L i r i o d e n r o n ~ T u l i p i f e r a A large, stately, deciduous tree that typically grows 60-90' tall with a pyramidal to broad conical habit. It is named and noted for its cup-shaped, tulip-like flowers that bloom in spring. M a g n o l i a G r a n d i f l o r a ~ L i t t l e G e m A more compact and upright form than other Magnolias. Reaching 20 tall & 10 wide. The leaves are elliptic to oval dark green and the underside often has a cinnamon-brown pubescence. Page 22

23 M a g n o l i a G r a n d i f l o r a ~ M a j e s t i c B e a u t y Extremely over-sized foliage in deep and glossy green larger than usual and blooms heavily and grows in a pyramidal shape. Can reach up to 50 in height. M a g n o l i a G r a n d i f l o r a ~ S a m u e l S o m m e r An evergreen with its huge, beautiful, saucer-shaped, fragrant flowers clearly a foot across. A moderate rate to a height of feet. M a g n o l i a G r a n d i f l o r a ~ S t. M a r y A more compact and bushy form of Magnolia with enormous creamy white solitary cup shaped flowers. It has bright green glossy leaves with wavy margins. M a g n o l i a S o u l a n g e n a ~ A l e x a n d r i n a Features enormous cup-shaped and fragrant deep pink flowers in early spring, upright spreading habit of growth; an ideal feature in the average home landscape. Reaches 20 tall. M a g n o l i a S o u l a n g e n a ~ S t a r M a g n o l i a A multi-stemmed, spreading tree, 25 tall with a spread. With bright, attractive gray bark and pink-tinged, white, saucershaped flowers in spring. M a g n o l i a S t e l l a t a ~ R o y a l S t a r A deciduous early bloomer with large, fragrant, double white flowers appearing before the foliage emerges in spring. Reaches tall & 8-15 spread. Page 23

24 M a l u s ~ E c h t e r m e y e r W e e p i n g C r a b a p p l e An attractive, small, weeping ornamental tree. The weeping side limbs produce large purplish-red flowers. New foliage has a purplish tinge and turns to bronze-green as the leaves mature. Grows tall. M a l u s ~ F u j i A very attractive apple. The colors can vary from red/pink flush over yellow to a deeper speckled pink. The flavor is mild, and pleasantly sweet with very little tartness. M a l u s ~ G r a n n y S m i t h A fast grower that produces a fruit that is tart and delicious. In the spring your Granny Smith Apple Tree will leap to life with beautiful white blooms. M a l u s ~ H o n e y c r i s p This tree is one of the most vigorous and hardy of apple trees. Has an exceptionally crisp and juicy texture. Mature height is 14. M a l u s ~ P r a i r i f i r e A dense, rounded, deciduous tree which typically grows 15-20' tall with a similar spread. New growth is reddish maturing to dark green. Persistent, small, dark red-purple fruit. M a l u s ~ P u r p l e P r i n c e Stunning clusters of fragrant pink flowers along the branches in mid spring, which emerge from distinctive rose flower buds before the leaves. It has attractive light green foliage which emerges purple in spring. Grows up to 20 tall. Page 24

25 M a l u s ~ R e d D e l i c i o u s Most popular and famous dark red apple, very crispy with a sweet flavor. Showy clusters of lightly-scented white flowers with shell pink overtones along the branches in mid spring, which emerge from distinctive pink flower buds. M a l u s ~ S n o w D r i f t A splendid tree and little pruning is required to develop a wellformed, rounded canopy. The bright white flowers in the spring give a refreshing look to the landscape and are followed by small, red-orange fruit. M a l u s ~ S p r i n g S n o w A dense, upright, white-flowered crabapple that typically matures over time to 20-25' tall by 15-20' wide. This is a fruitless crabapple. Single, fragrant, white flowers bloom in spring. M a y t e n u s ~ B o a r i a A very attractive evergreen tree that grows to about 30 tall and spreads to nearly an equal width with a rounded crown and weeping and pendulous branches of small bright green leaves that are held perpendicular to the stem. M a y t e n u s ~ B o a r i a G r e e n S h o w e r s This graceful specimen tree has a broad crown of weeping foliage with light green, star-shaped flowers in late spring. Height reaches with a 25 spread. N e r i u m ~ C h e r r y R i p e Producing large clusters of dark cherry red flowers on this durable rounded evergreen. Will easily reach 6-8' high and may reach 12'. Page 25

26 N e r i u m ~ M r s. R o e d i n g A wonderful easy-care, small tree, with long, dark green leaves and an abundance of single or double, sometimes the double pink flowers are fragrant. N e r i u m ~ S a l m o n A fast growing evergreen that can grow up to 15 high. Are extremely drought resistant and require very little water and will bloom most of the year. N e r i u m ~ S i s t e r A g n e s A fast growth. Leaves are narrow, with long, dark green leaves and an abundance of single or double, sometimes fragrant flowers that are pure white. N y s s a ~ S y l v a t i c a A slow-growing, deciduous tree with a straight trunk and rounded crown. Small, greenish-white flowers appear in spring and are not showy, but they are an excellent nectar source. O l e a E u r o p e a ~ B o n i t a M u l t i An evergreen tree, 25' tall, strong upright habit, nearly fruitless, coarser foliage. Produce only a few tiny fruit making them more desirable for landscape purposes. O l e a E u r o p e a ~ M a j e s t i c B e a u t y This evergreen tree will grow to about 30' tall and has willowlike, gray-green foliage, but bears little or no fruit. Page 26

27 O l e a E u r o p e a ~ S w a n h i l l A large evergreen tree that grows slowly to moderately to feet. It is naturally multi-trunked. The leaves are stiff and leathery to two inches long, medium gray-green above and silvery white beneath. O l e a E u r o p e a ~ W i l s o n i i M u l t i This fruitless variety of olive is a clean and well-shaped tree that produces virtually no fruit and therefore eliminates messy fruit drop. Reaches tall. O l e a E u r o p e a ~ W i l s o n i i S t d Medium growing evergreen tree to 25 tall and wide. Known as 'semi-fruitless'; typically will not produce fruit but sometimes may produce a small crop depending on weather. P h i l o d e n d r o n ~ S e l l o u m A lacy tree that is capable of supporting itself at massive heights by producing tree-like bases. The deep green leaves are simple, large, deeply lobed, and are usually drooping. P h o t i n i a ~ F r a s e r i M u l t i Growing high by 8-12 wide, forms an upright silhouette of glossy, evergreen leaves. One of the most striking features is the burgundy-red new foliage which contrasts nicely against the dark green mature foliage. P h o t i n i a ~ F r a s e r i S t d Evergreen, handsome small tree of moderate growth to 15' with canopy of 10-12'. New spring leaves, 2-5" long, are striking reddish bronze; older foliage dark green above, lighter on undersides. Page 27

28 P i n u s ~ C a n a r i e n s i s A large evergreen tree, growing to tall. The green to yellow-green leaves are needle-like, in bundles of three. P i n u s ~ E l d a r i c a A pyramid-shaped pine with widely spaced branches. Evergreen reaching with a spread at rapid growth rate. P i n u s ~ P i n e a An evergreen tree growing to 32 by 32 at a medium rate. These trees have been used and cultivated for their edible pine nuts. P i s t a c h i a ~ C h i n e n s i s A small to medium-sized tree. Grows up to 60 tall and the leaves are deciduous. The fruit is a small red drupe, turning blue when ripe, containing a single seed. P i s t a c h i a ~ C h i n e n s i s K e i t h D a v e y A wonderful tree with outstanding brilliant red/orange fall color. Mature height is around 35 tall. P i t t o s p o r u m ~ T e n u i f o l i u m A small evergreen tree, that has a columnar shape becoming oval with age. This tree has small glossy green leaves with a touch of silver to them. Reaches up to 30 tall. Page 28

29 P l a t a n u s ~ A c e r i f o l i a B l o o d g o o d A popular, durable and attractive shade tree; interestingly shaped leaves and beautiful white and brown mottled bark. The large serrated lobed leaves turn yellow in fall. Grows 90 tall. P l a t a n u s ~ A c e r i f o l i a C o l u m b i a Popular for strong growth and large deeply serrated leaves. Anthracnose and mildew resistant foliage and pyramidal form. Height P l a t a n u s ~ A c e r i f o l i a Y a r w o o d Fast growing coarse textured tree. Exhibits white exfoliating bark at a young age. Yellow fall color. Reaches 50 tall by 40 wide. P o d o c a r p u s ~ G r a c i l i o r An evergreen tree that can grow up to 50. It has a soft, graceful, billowy appearance of bright green new growth, dark green mature leaves, and weeping branch tips. P o d o c a r p u s ~ H e n k e l i i A very tall, straight stemmed forest tree, reaching in height. Its trunk can grow to massive proportions, becoming fluted and spirally twisted with age. It is an evergreen tree with a dark grey to pale grey-brown, longitudinally fissured bark. P o d o c a r p u s ~ M a c r o p h y l l u s An evergreen tree growing to 32 by 16 at a slow rate. It is in flower from Apr to May, and the seeds ripen in October. Page 29

30 P r u n u s A v i u m ~ B i n g A deciduous tree with clusters of fragrant white flowers and dark green foliage which emerges bronze in spring. The pointy leaves turn yellow in fall. The fruits are showy dark red drupes carried in abundance in mid summer. P r u n u s A v i u m ~ L a p i n s One of the most versatile of all Cherry trees the enormous fruits which are a dark red almost black in color have a truly exceptional flavor. P r u n u s A v i u m ~ S t e l l a Sweet cherry with large dark red or black fruit. White flowers appear in mid-spring, followed by delicious, juicy cherries which are ready for picking in late July. It is a vigorous grower, starting with an upright habit, spreading as it matures. P r u n u s C a r o l i n i a n a ~ C o m p a c t a An evergreen tree with dark green, glossy leaves. The leaves give off a fragrance similar to maraschino cherries when crushed, but be careful they are poisonous!! In the spring fragrant white flowers blossom. P r u n u s C e r a s i f e r a ~ K r a u t e r V e s u v i u s A magnificent display of soft pink flowers appear just before the leaves emerge in spring. The rich, deep purple foliage adds tremendous color and contrast throughout the season. P r u n u s C e r a s i f e r a ~ M t. S t. H e l e n s A deciduous tree with fragrant pink flowers in April. Rich purple foliage all summer. Vigorous small tree with upright branches. Mature height of 20. Page 30

31 P r u n u s C e r a s i f e r a ~ P u r p l e P o n y A dwarf flowering plum with single pink flowers. The deep purple foliage holds it's color well in summer heat. Deciduous reaching 10 tall. P r u n u s C e r a s i f e r a ~ T h u n d e r c l o u d New foliage which unfolds as ruby red, then turns reddish-purple for the rest of the growing season. Its fast growth rate and upright nature quickly forms a tall, dense silhouette. P r u n u s R o s a c e a e ~ B l i r e i a n a A great spring blossom specimen, this small tree rewards with a dramatic spring show of fragrant double-pink flowers and pleasing bronzy-purple autumn color. P r u n u s S a l i c i n a ~ E l e p h a n t H e a r t Grows with a somewhat wider spread. They produce round to heart-shaped fruit ranging in color from green to yellow and brilliant red to deep purple-black. P r u n u s S a l i c i n a ~ S a n t a R o s a One of the most flavorful, aromatic Japanese plums when fully ripe. Beautiful 8-10 tree, weeping growth habit - long slender limbs bow gracefully to the ground. P r u n u s S e r r u l a t a ~ A m a n o g a w a A tall wide fully hardy perennial deciduous tree with pink flowers in late spring and mid spring. This is a rounded tree which has a fast rate of growth with an ultimate height 29. Page 31

32 P r u n u s S e r r u l a t a ~ K w a n z a n Has double-pink, very attractive flowers and is usually purchased and planted for this reason. The upright-spreading form, reaching tall, is quite attractive. P r u n u s S e r r u l a t a ~ R o y a l B u r g a n d y A deciduous tree that grows to 20 in height. It bears ascending branches thus forming an oval to rounded crown at maturity. Deep rich red foliage all summer, which turns fiery bronze. P r u n u s S e r r u l a t a ~ S h i r o f u g e n A deciduous tree with a spreading habit. It has large, oblong, dark green leaves which are bronze-red when young and orange-red in autumn. It forms clusters composed of fragrant, white, double flowers that emerge from pink buds and become a pale pink. P r u n u s S u b h i r t e l l a ~ P e n d u l a P i n k Large magenta buds along the graceful weeping boughs open to double pink flowers. New bronze leaves appear after blooms and mature to green. P r u n u s S u b h i r t e l l a ~ P e n d u l a W h i t e A small, hardy deciduous tree with dark green, serrated foliage that turns yellow or orange in autumn before falling. Bark is brownish-grey, white flowers cover the tree in early spring. P r u n u s S u b h i r t e l l a ~ W e e p i n g H i g a n Grows tall & spreads in a graceful weeping habit. Light pink (almost white) blooms in spring. Leaves stay glossy green throughout the summer and turn a vivid yellow. Page 32

33 P r u n u s Y e d o e n s i s ~ A k e b o n o A medium sized tree with a stiff, upright-spreading habit, eventually becoming umbrella shaped. Flowers are double pink and fragrant. Dark green glossy leave emerge as flowers fade. Fall color is yellow to orange. P y r u s C a l l e r y a n a ~ A u t u m n B l a z e A cultivar with a distinct beautiful rounded, spreading habit. It has white flowers in spring, dark glossy foliage, and brilliant red fall color. P y r u s C a l l e r y a n a ~ B r a d f o r d It has many vertical limbs with embedded bark packed closely on the trunk and grows about 40 high by wide but the crown is dense. It does put on a gorgeous, early spring display of pure white blossoms. P y r u s C a l l e r y a n a ~ C a p i t a l This tree has a narrow growth habit with luscious shiny green leaves that hang vertically from branches with an attractive curl. Leaves turn a reddish-purple in autumn and lovely white flowers bloom during Spring months. P y r u s C a l l e r y a n a ~ C h a n t i c l e e r A tall and narrowly upright accent tree covered in attractive white flowers in spring followed by small inedible fruit. The glossy heart-shaped leaves turn an outstanding deep purple in the fall. P y r u s C a l l e r y a n a ~ R e d s p i r e Quickly grows high & 20 wide, with upright-spreading, thornless branches. The leaves emerge as red/purple, then become 1.5 to 3 inches long, glossy green with wavy margins and a red blush. Page 33

34 P y r u s C a l l e r y a n a ~ T r i n i t y A deciduous tree that reaches 30'. Leaves turn bright orange in the fall. Gray trunk takes on checkered appearance when mature. Beautiful clusters of white flowers appear in the spring. Q u e r c u s A g r i f o l i a ~ C o a s t L i v e O a k An evergreen tree with a rounded shape and dense foliage. The trunk is often bent with multiple gnarled branches spreading in all directions. They grow up to 80 tall. Q u e r c u s A l b a ~ W h i t e O a k Grows upright and its bark is whitish gray. It can grow from tall,3-4 in diameter around the trunk and can spread from Q u e r c u s C o c c i n e a ~ S c a r l e t O a k A large tree with a rounded, open habit which eventually matures to 70' tall. Leaves are 3-6" long and deeply cut with bristletipped, pointed lobes. Foliage is a glossy green in summer turning to scarlet in fall. Q u e r c u s D o u g l a s i i ~ B l u e O a k A deciduous oak tree, usually growing to 30, although this oak can sometimes can go to 50. It has blue-green leaves and lightcolored bark. Q u e r c u s K e l l o g g i ~ C a l i f o r n i a B l a c k O a k A large deciduous tree with a broad rounded crown with lower branches nearly touching the ground. Mature bark is dark brown to black appearing furrowed into small irregular squares. The bright green leaves are deeply lobed. Page 34

35 Q u e r c u s L o b a t a ~ V a l l e y O a k A large, majestic, deciduous oak, up to 70 or more, with huge, wide-spreading limbs. The massive trunk, broad crown and weeping branches make a picturesque, vase-like form. Q u e r c u s P a l u s t r i s ~ P i n O a k This tree is 60-90' tall at maturity, usually forming a straight trunk that remains undivided, except toward the apex of the crown. Trunk bark of mature trees is gray or brownish gray, rough-textured. Q u e r c u s P h e l l o s ~ W i l l o w O a k This deciduous oak grows into a dense rounded crown, with bark that is smooth and reddish brown when young, becoming rough and furrowed with age. The shiny light green leaves are slightly wavy, long and slender with smooth margins. Q u e r c u s R u b r a ~ R e d O a k A deciduous tree with a rounded to broad-spreading, often irregular crown. Grows to a height of 50-75'. Dark, lustrous green leaves (grayish-white beneath) turn brownish-red in autumn. Q u e r c u s S h u m a r d i i ~ R e d O a k An upright tree which can attain a height of 120. It is fastgrowing, with an open canopy and stout spreading branches. Leaves are a rich green that turns scarlet in the fall. Q u e r c u s ~ S u b e r C o r k O a k An evergreen broadleaf tree growing to 65 by 49 at a slow rate. Has small, leathery leaves & thick furrowed bark. Page 35

36 Q u e r c u s V i r g i n i a n a ~ S o u t h e r n L i v e O a k A majestic and very beautiful medium-sized evergreen; often cultivated as shade tree for it wide-spreading crown. Q u e r c u s W i s l i z e n i i ~ i n t e r i o r L i v e O a k Has a large, helmet like canopy and dense leaf foliage that make this oak a year round shade tree. These oaks produce smaller, pointed acorns in the fall. R h u s L a n c e a ~ C a l i f o r n i a S u m a c k A rare and easily grown broad-leafed evergreen tree to 25' tall with trifoliate leaves, small yellow flowers and autumn berries. R o b i n a A m b i g u a ~ P u r p l e R o b e A deciduous tree that grows 25' - 40' tall & 12' - 25' wide with compound green leaves. It has blue, pink, and purple flowers that bloom from April to June. S a l i x B a b y l o n i c a ~ W e e p i n g W i l l o w A hardy deciduous tree forms a gracefully rounded crown to about 50 in height with a spread just as wide. Bark is dark gray and deeply furrowed. Branches divide into many thin stems that hang in pendulous curtains to the ground. S a l i x B l a n d a ~ B l u e F a n G i a n t A deciduous tree that grows to a height of 70 or more. It has a wide crown and shallow roots and slender leaves, usually not strongly weeping in habit. Page 36

37 S a p i u m S e b i f e r i u m ~ C h i n e s e T a l l o w A fast-growing deciduous tree with a rounded or conical crown and an open, airy look. Grows to 40 tall with a 20 spread. The leaves are diamond shaped, abruptly pointed at the tip. In fall the S c h i n u s ~ M o l l e An evergreen tree that grows tall with rough twisted dark gray bark and a wide weeping habit, spreading as wide as tall. It has bright green compound leaves and fragrant whitishyellow flowers. S e q u o i a S e m p e r v i r e n s ~ A p t o s B l u e An evergreen tree that is able to reach 100' - 300' tall. This tree has dense blue-green foliage and horizontal branches with branchlets that hang down. S e q u o i a S e m p e r v i r e n s ~ F i l o l i A fast growing evergreen tree has been selected for its graceful, drooping, unusually gray branches with dense blue-green foliage. It grows to 30 or more. S e q u o i a S e m p e r v i r e n s ~ S a n t a C r u z A massive conifer, strongly pyramidal in shape, with dense, horizontal branches. It usually reaches 40-60' tall. The bark of this tree has been photographed often, a rich reddish brown, S e q u o i a S e m p e r v i r e n s ~ S o q u e l R e d w o o d Has an impressive, pyramidal shape formed by sturdy, horizontal branches that arch gracefully upwards at their tips. The foliage is also striking with a bluish cast and grey undersides and contrasts Page 37

38 S y a g r u s R o m a n z o f f i a n a ~ Q u e e n P a l m A tall slender palm, grows to about 65, with a grey trunk, and slightly plumose leaves. They also develop a large, very attractive, yellowy gold inflorescence. T h u j a ~ S p i r a l Has bright emerald green foliage and a narrow, pyramidal habit. Average height & width 3-4'. T i l i a C o r d a t a ~ L i t t l e l e a f L i n d e n An ornamental shade tree because of its attractive foliage, dense, low-branched, pyramidal to ovate form and tolerance for urban conditions. This is a medium to large deciduous tree, typically growing to T r a c h y c a r p u s ~ W i n d m i l l P a l m A beautifully compact and grows to heights of It has single stems with large, 4-foot-wide fans of sword-like leaves. It produces large plumes of yellow flowers in early summer. T r i s t a n i a C o n f e r t a ~ L o p h o s t e m o n An upright, evergreen tree that grows 40 tall in cultivation and up to tall in nature. A moderate to fast growing tree which produces a beautiful, dense symmetrical rounded head with large glossy lance-shaped leaves. U l m u s P a r v i f o l i a ~ C h i n e s e E l m A medium-sized deciduous tree that typically grows to tall with a rounded crown and long pendulous branching. Insignificant, small, reddish-green flowers appear in late summer. Page 38

39 W a s h i n g t o n ~ R u b u s t a An evergreen, columnar, bushy palm tree. The fan shaped leaf fronds are rounded, dividing into linear segments with gray green margins. The trunk on a young tree is red/ bronze in color and on a mature tree it is gray in color. Z e l v o k a ~ G r e e n V a s e This popular form is a fast grower to 70' tall with a width of 35' - 40'. It maintains a vase-shape with upright arching branches. The fall color is bronze-red. Page 39

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