
Bur Oak
Scientific Name:
Quercus macrocarpa
Zone:
2b
Height:
33 ft
Spread:
26 ft
Moisture:
Dry, moist
Light:
Full Sun
Growth Rate:
Slow
Life Span:
300+ yrs.
Maintenance:
Medium
Suckering:
none
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The hardiest of the oaks, this shade tree is singularly majestic, with its picturesque wide-spreading habit of growth and gnarled branches, best for larger landscapes; extremely tough and adaptable but relatively slow growing, plant for future generations
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Golden Willow
Scientific Name:
Salix alba 'Vitellina'
Zone:
3a
Height:
49 ft
Spread:
39 ft
Moisture:
Dry, moist
Light:
Full sun
Growth Rate:
Fast
Life Span:
80+ yrs
Maintenance:
High
Suckering:
Yes
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Description:
A tough, low-branched shade tree with golden branches, very showy in winter, adaptable to all soils, performs well even in standing water, makes an excellent windbreak; tends to drop branchlets, aggressive root system, so do not plant near homes
Ornamental Features
Golden Willow has rich green deciduous foliage on a tree with a round habit of growth. The glossy narrow leaves turn gold in fall. The furrowed brown bark and gold branches are extremely showy and add significant winter interest.
Landscape Attributes
Golden Willow is a dense deciduous tree with a more or less rounded form. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.
This is a high maintenance tree that will require regular care and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
Messy
Invasive
Golden Willow is recommended for the following landscape applications;
Shade
Windbreaks and Shelterbelts
Planting & Growing
Golden Willow will grow to be about 49 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 39 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 5 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more.
This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is an amazingly adaptable plant, tolerating both dry conditions and even some standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for xeriscaping or the moisture-conserving landscape. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
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Laurel Leaf Willow
Scientific Name:
Salix pentandra
Zone:
2b
Height:
39 ft
Spread:
39 ft
Moisture:
Dry
Light:
Full sun
Growth Rate:
Fast
Life Span:
60+ yrs
Maintenance:
High
Suckering:
Yes
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Description:
A rugged and adaptable shade tree with very glossy, dark green leaves, low branched and wide spreading; extremely hardy, makes an excellent windbreak; tends to drop branchlets, aggressive root system, so do not plant near homes
Ornamental Features
Laurel Leaf Willow has dark green deciduous foliage on a tree with a round habit of growth. The pointy leaves turn yellow in fall.
Landscape Attributes
Laurel Leaf Willow is a dense deciduous tree with a more or less rounded form. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.
This is a high maintenance tree that will require regular care and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
Messy
Invasive
Laurel Leaf Willow is recommended for the following landscape applications;
Shade
Hedges/Screening
Windbreaks and Shelterbelts
Planting & Growing
Laurel Leaf Willow will grow to be about 39 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 39 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 60 years or more.
This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is an amazingly adaptable plant, tolerating both dry conditions and even some standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for xeriscaping or the moisture-conserving landscape. It is not particular as to soil type, but has a definite preference for acidic soils, and is subject to chlorosis (yellowing) of the foliage in alkaline soils. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This species is not originally from North America.
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Top Gun Bur oak
Scientific Name:
Quercus macrocarpa 'Top Gun'
Zone:
2b
Height:
60 ft
Spread:
15 ft
Moisture:
Dry, moist
Light:
Full sun
Growth Rate:
Medium
Life Span:
300+ yrs
Maintenance:
Low
Suckering:
None
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Description:
An impressive, spire like variety with its picturesque narrow habit of growth with short, gnarled branches; great for smaller landscape areas; large acorns attract wildlife; extremely tough and adaptable; faster growing than the species
Ornamental Features
Top Gun Bur Oak has dark green foliage with gray undersides on a tree with a columnar habit of growth. The glossy lobed leaves turn coppery-bronze in fall. However, the fruit can be messy in the landscape and may require occasional clean-up. The furrowed black bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape.
Landscape Attributes
Top Gun Bur Oak is a dense deciduous tree with a narrowly upright and columnar growth habit. Its relatively coarse texture can be used to stand it apart from other landscape plants with finer foliage.
This tree will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It is a good choice for attracting squirrels to your yard. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
Messy
Top Gun Bur Oak is recommended for the following landscape applications;
Accent
Shade
Vertical Accent
Planting & Growing
Top Gun Bur Oak will grow to be about 60 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 15 feet. It has a high canopy with a typical clearance of 6 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. As it matures, the lower branches of this tree can be strategically removed to create a high enough canopy to support unobstructed human traffic underneath. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live to a ripe old age of 300 years or more; think of this as a heritage tree for future generations!
This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for xeriscaping or the moisture-conserving landscape. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This is a selection of a native North American species.
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