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White Oak
White Oak Magnificent Long-Lived Shade Tree The White Oak is an extraordinary deciduous tree known for its size and strength. It would be outstanding as the preeminent shade tree in your yard. The White Oak is a magnificent native American tree that will provide a statuesque presence in your yard, as well as shade for your home and habitat for wildlife. It’s a long-lived tree with some being documented at over 500 years old. The White Oak reaches only around 85 feet in height, but standing in its presence one has the impression of being cared for and sheltered under its massive limbs that extend far out from its trunk. In fact, it’s not uncommon for the White Oak to be wider than it is tall. The branches grow in wide angles, forming an incredibly broad rounded crown. The crown is rugged in appearance, again giving the impression of strength and stability. The only softness in this tree comes in the spring when the leaves begin for form with a soft pink tint and fuzzy down that is soft to the touch. You’ll note a unique silvery hue that gives the tree a unique silvery appearance. To see one in the spring morning dew is to feel one has stepped into a fairy tale. The White Oak’s 5 inch leaves turn red to purple in autumn, and 1 inch acorns tumble to the ground in October. The acorns are a bit smaller than those of some other oaks, but are less bitter. Native Americans used them as a food source and wildlife love them. This majestic tree is one of the best known hardwoods in N. America. Its wood is very dense and strong so used extensively for various things including furniture and even some weapons. In fact, the USS Constitution is made of white oak. For a long-lived, strong and durable tree, the White Oak is the perfect choice. * Long-lived* Autumn color
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| Arborvitae - North Pole - Sale Price: $59.95 Thuja North Pole, Thuja occidentalis 'Art Boe', is an extremely hardy evergreen that is resistant to winter burn, and creates an all season interest with its dark green foliage. It is one of the newest Proven Winners evergreen shrubs! This North Pole arborvitae is narrower than ‘Smaraged’, and its columnar shape adds a vertical, dramatic border to any landscape. North Pole needs regular watering, weekly, or more often in extreme heat. This thuja is at home in a formal or casual landscape; great to use as a screen in small places, or even in a container. Use North Pole as a specimen, or at water’s edge or near a bog. This easy to grow Arborvitae may be planted in full sun to part shade and normally needs no pruning; may be pruned in late fall. North Pole prefers well drained moist soils. It is suggested that a controlled release fertilizer be applied in the spring. This plant exhibits good resistance to breakage from ice or snow accumulations. Any gardener will love North Pole with its truly narrow columnar growing habit, low maintenance, and requiring little if any pruning! * Columnar form * Container plant * Low maintenance |
| False Cypress - Gracilis - Sale Price: $51.35 False Cypress - Gracilis, Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis', has a strong central leader and a distinctive and refined pyramidal form with whorled, flattened sprays of dark green foliage. A graceful addition to any home landscape, this small accent tree features finely-textured deep green foliage all season long. Gracilis adds an interest to the landscape with its slightly drooping branches. This slender Hinoki Cypress is one of the most acceptable for hedges and screens; not used simply for an exemplary specimen. This is a relatively low maintenance shrub. If any pruning is needed, it is recommended to trim back the new growth of the current season, and remove any dieback. Gracilis prefers full sun or very light shade, and well-drained soil. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. The scale-like leaves do not develop any appreciable fall color. Zones 4-8. * Evergreen * Accent Tree * Low Maintenance Plant |
| Arborvitae - Little Giant - Sale Price: $64.25 Arborvitae - Little Giant, Thuja occidentalis 'Little Giant', is slow-growing and spherical with rich green leaves. In general, this conifer is a tall columnar to conical; an evergreen tree with fissured, reddish bark. Its scale-like leaves are ovate, mid to dark-green on top, lighter beneath. Females bear small cones with a small terminal hook on each scale. With its rich green soft textured foliage, Little Giant becomes a very useful shrub in the landscape; used for specimen, foundation plantings, and low borders. Tolerant of wet soils and coastal conditions, very little pruning is needed to maintain shape. Little Giant is an extremely hardy dwarf globe evergreen. It is easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Arborvitae Little Giant does best in full sun, but generally appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer climate. Little Giant looks great in any landscape with its spherical shape and rich green leaves! * Rich green leaves * Slow growing * Round shape |
| Black Walnut - Sale Price: $24.95 Large Shade Tree with Edible Nuts The Black Walnut is a large deciduous tree that produces edible nuts. It would do great as a shade tree on a side lawn or at the edge of a property line. Your Black Walnut is a majestic landscape tree growing up to 100 feet tall with an equal spread. Its upright, spreading branches will put you in mind of strength and endurance as you sit beneath its protection from the sun’s harmful rays. Black Walnut trees have 24 inch long pinnate leaves that will fill your tree out nicely through the summer months. Large and vibrantly green, they will also emit a pleasing scent when crushed in your hand. Those fragrant leaves will continue to put on a show in the fall when they are one of the first trees to turn a pleasant yellow color before dropping in preparation for their winter rest. Black walnuts mature in the fall. They’re great to just eat raw or can be used in a variety of dishes. Native Americans traditionally used the nuts for food and the sap for syrup. The wood of your Black Walnut is likewise valued. Its straight-grained nature, ease of use and natural color make it prized for furniture and other uses. Large and stately, it will provide you with shade for years to come as well as an abundance of hearty nuts for your family and the surrounding wildlife. The Black Walnut would be a fascinating addition to your landscape. * Large shade tree * Edible nuts * Drought tolerant |
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