Alder
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–8
Alder refers to a group of hardy, deciduous trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Alnus, part of the birch family (Betulaceae). With…
Trees: frost-hardy plants
These plants survive hard frosts and are a safe choice for cold gardens.
128 plants
Trees
American Basswood
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The American Basswood, scientifically known as Tilia americana, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It is part of the…
American Beech
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The American Beech (Fagus grandifolia) is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America, known for its striking appearance and…
American Chestnut
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The American chestnut (Castanea dentata) is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America, renowned for its fast growth and towering…
American Elm
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–9
The American Elm (Ulmus americana) is a deciduous tree native to North America, known for its graceful, arching branches and broad canopy…
American Hornbeam
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The American Hornbeam, scientifically known as Carpinus caroliniana, is a deciduous tree or large shrub native to the eastern United…
American Sycamore
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) is a robust deciduous tree native to Eastern and Central North America. Known for its…
Ash
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Ash plant refers to trees belonging to the genus Fraxinus, which are part of the Oleaceae family. Commonly known for their majestic…
Aspen
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–7
The Aspen plant, primarily known as the quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides), is a deciduous tree native to North America. Recognized for…
Bald Cypress
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) is a remarkable deciduous conifer native to the southeastern United States, thriving in wetland…
Basswood
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Basswood, also known as Tilia, is a genus of deciduous trees commonly found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Known…
Beech
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–7
Beech trees, belonging to the Fagaceae family, are deciduous hardwood trees classified under the genus Fagus. Commonly found in temperate…
Bigtooth Aspen
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–6
Bigtooth Aspen, scientifically known as Populus grandidentata, is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly in the eastern…
Birch
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Birch trees, belonging to the genus Betula, are deciduous trees and shrubs renowned for their distinctive bark, delicate leaves, and…
Black Ash
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–6
Black Ash, scientifically known as Fraxinus nigra, is a deciduous tree native to the northeastern United States and parts of Canada. It…
Black Cherry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly found in eastern and central regions. It…
Black Cottonwood
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–9
The Black Cottonwood (Populus trichocarpa) is a large deciduous tree native to the western regions of North America, particularly along…
Black Locust
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–8
Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, though it has been widely planted across…
Black Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Black Oak (Quercus velutina) is a prominent deciduous tree native to eastern and central North America, valued for its ecological and…
Black Walnut
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, notably thriving in the eastern United States. Known for its…
Blue Ash
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–7
The Blue Ash (Fraxinus quadrangulata) is a deciduous tree native to the central United States, particularly thriving in areas such as the…
Blue Beech
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Blue Beech, scientifically known as Carpinus caroliniana, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It is commonly referred…
Bristlecone Pine
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–7
The Bristlecone Pine (Pinus longaeva) is one of the longest-living tree species, found primarily in the high mountains of California…
Bur Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) is a majestic and hardy tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the central and eastern…
Catalpa
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Catalpa plant, commonly referred to as catalpa or cigar tree, is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs belonging to the Bignoniaceae…
Cedar
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–9
Cedar refers to several species of coniferous trees belonging primarily to the genera Cedrus and Juniperus. Known for their durability…
Cherry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The cherry plant, belonging to the genus Prunus, encompasses various species, the most common of which are the sweet cherry (Prunus avium)…
Chestnut
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The chestnut plant, primarily represented by the genus Castanea, encompasses several species, most notably the American chestnut (Castanea…
Chestnut Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Chestnut Oak (Quercus prinus) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in the Appalachian…
Chestnut-leaved Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–8
The Chestnut-leaved Oak, scientifically known as Quercus prinoides, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States…
Chinese Chestnut
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Chinese Chestnut (Castanea mollissima) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, primarily found in China, Korea, and Japan. It belongs…
Chinkapin Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–7
The Chinkapin Oak, scientifically known as Quercus muehlenbergii, is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the…
Chokecherry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–7
Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to North America, known for its adaptability and resilience in…
Cork Arborvitae
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Cork Arborvitae, scientifically known as Thuja occidentalis 'Corthzita', is a compact, evergreen conifer that belongs to the cypress…
Cork Bristlecone Pine
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–7
The Cork Bristlecone Pine (Pinus aristata) is a fascinating evergreen tree native to the mountainous regions of the southwestern United…
Cork Elm
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Cork Elm, scientifically known as Ulmus parvifolia, is a deciduous tree native to Asia, particularly China and Japan. It is valued for its…
Cork Fir
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–7
Cork Fir, scientifically known as Abies corkorensis, is a unique conifer native to the mountainous regions of the Iberian Peninsula…
Cork Hemlock
- Part shade
- Moderate water
The Cork Hemlock, scientifically known as Tsuga canadensis, is a coniferous tree native to eastern North America. It is commonly referred…
Cork Juniper
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 6–9
Cork Juniper, scientifically known as Juniperus oxycedrus, is a hardy evergreen conifer native to the Mediterranean region. Renowned for…
Cork Larch
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Cork Larch, scientifically known as Larix dedrus, is a deciduous conifer native to the Mediterranean region, specifically found in the…
Cork Monkey Puzzle
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
The Cork Monkey Puzzle plant, also known scientifically as Araucaria araucana, is a unique conifer native to the southern Andes of Chile…
Cork Sequoia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–8
The Cork Sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum), also known as the Giant Sequoia or Sierra Redwood, is a majestic conifer native to the Sierra…
Cork Spruce
- Full sun
- Moderate water
The Cork Spruce, scientifically known as Picea wilcoxiana, is a coniferous tree native to parts of North America, particularly the Pacific…
Corkwood
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 6–9
Corkwood, known scientifically as Duboisia, encompasses several species native to Australia, renowned for their unique bark and medicinal…
Cucumber Tree
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Cucumber Tree (Magnolia acuminata) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and parts of Canada. It is part of the…
Cypress
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Cypress plants belong to the family Cupressaceae and are evergreen conifers, predominantly found in temperate and subtropical regions…
Douglas Fir
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–6
The Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is a majestic evergreen tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the western regions…
Eastern Cottonwood
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–9
The Eastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America, commonly found in the eastern and…
Elm
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Elm plant refers to a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs known as Ulmus. These trees are primarily found in temperate and subtropical…
European Beech
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–7
The European Beech, scientifically known as Fagus sylvatica, is a deciduous tree native to Europe, renowned for its majestic height and…
European Chestnut
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–8
The European Chestnut (Castanea sativa) is a deciduous tree native to the mountainous regions of Southern Europe, primarily found in areas…
European Hornbeam
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Western Asia. It typically reaches heights of…
Fig
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
The fig plant, scientifically known as Ficus carica, is a deciduous tree or large shrub that belongs to the Moraceae family. It is…
Fir
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Fir trees, belonging to the genus Abies, are evergreen conifers in the family Pinaceae. Known for their conical shape and needle-like…
Flowering Dogwood
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a small deciduous tree or shrub native to eastern North America, known for its stunning spring…
Ginkgo
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the ginkgo or maidenhair tree, is a unique and ancient tree species that dates back over 200 million…
Ginkgo Biloba
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the Ginkgo or maidenhair tree, is one of the oldest living tree species, dating back over 200 million…
Green Ash
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Green Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the eastern and central…
Hemlock
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Hemlock refers primarily to two notorious plants: the water hemlock (Cicuta species) and poison hemlock (Conium maculatum). Both are known…
Hickory
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Hickory is a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs known scientifically as Carya. Native to North America and parts of Asia, hickories are…
Holm Oak
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 7–10
The Holm Oak, scientifically known as Quercus ilex, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its…
Honey Locust
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the central and eastern regions…
Hophornbeam
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Hophornbeam, scientifically known as Ostrya virginiana, is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly common in the eastern…
Hornbeam
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Hornbeam refers to trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Carpinus, which is part of the birch family (Betulaceae). These deciduous trees…
Horse Chestnut
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a large deciduous tree native to the Balkan Peninsula but widely planted across Europe and…
Ironwood
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Ironwood, commonly known as Hop-hornbeam or Ostrya virginiana, is a deciduous tree native to North America. It typically grows to heights…
Kentucky Coffeetree
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Kentucky Coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a deciduous tree native to the central and eastern United States, particularly…
Kousa Dogwood
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–8
The Kousa Dogwood (Cornus kousa) is a popular ornamental tree native to East Asia, particularly China, Japan, and Korea. It is valued for…
Larch
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–6
Larch refers to a group of coniferous trees belonging to the genus Larix, commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere. Unlike most conifers…
Laurel Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
Laurel oak (Quercus laurifolia) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically reaches heights…
Littleleaf Linden
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
The Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is known for its elegant…
Live Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
The Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) is a large, evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States, celebrated for its majestic size…
Locust
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The locust plant, commonly known as the locust tree, primarily refers to species within the genera Robinia and Gleditsia, particularly the…
London Plane
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The London Plane tree (Platanus × acerifolia), a hybrid between the American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) and the Oriental plane…
Maple
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The maple is a genus of trees and shrubs known as Acer, widely recognized for their stunning foliage and distinctive leaf shape. There are…
Monkey Puzzle
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
The Monkey Puzzle plant, scientifically known as Araucaria araucana, is a unique and distinctive evergreen tree native to the temperate…
Mountain Ash
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–6
Mountain Ash, scientifically known as Sorbus aucuparia, is a deciduous tree native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. Despite…
Mulberry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The mulberry plant, belonging to the genus Morus, is a deciduous tree or shrub known for its sweet, edible fruits and wide-ranging…
Northern Catalpa
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States. It belongs to the Bignoniaceae family and…
Norway Maple
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
The Norway Maple (Acer platanoides) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and western Asia. It is widely appreciated for its dense crown…
Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The oak, belonging to the genus Quercus, is a prominent tree species found in various regions around the world, particularly in the…
Overcup Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and southern United States. Recognizable by its distinctive…
Pacific Dogwood
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–9
The Pacific Dogwood (Cornus nuttallii) is a deciduous tree native to the western United States and Canada, particularly flourishing in the…
Paper Birch
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–6
Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera) is a deciduous tree known for its distinctive white, exfoliating bark and graceful, slender form. Native…
Pecan
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 5–9
The pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis) is a large deciduous hardwood tree native to North America, particularly the southern United States…
Pin Cherry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–6
The Pin Cherry (Prunus pensylvanica) is a deciduous tree or shrub native to the eastern parts of North America, particularly in regions…
Pin Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in wetlands and along…
Pine
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Pine plants, belonging to the genus Pinus, are evergreen coniferous trees and shrubs characterized by their needle-like leaves, cones, and…
Poplar
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–9
Poplar is a common name for trees in the genus Populus, which includes various species native to the Northern Hemisphere. These deciduous…
Post Oak
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–9
The Post Oak (Quercus stellata) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States, particularly…
Quaking Aspen
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–7
The Quaking Aspen, scientifically known as Populus tremuloides, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Recognized for its striking…
Red Maple
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in Eastern and Central United States, as well as…
Red Mulberry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the eastern United States and parts of…
Red Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Red Oak (Quercus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly prevalent in the eastern and central United States…
Redwood
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 7–9
The Redwood is a majestic tree known for its impressive height and longevity. Belonging to the family Cupressaceae, it primarily includes…
River Birch
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 4–9
The River Birch (Betula nigra) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in wet, lowland areas and…
Rock Elm
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
The Rock Elm, scientifically known as Ulmus thomasii, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States. It is typically…
Sand Cherry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
The Sand Cherry (Prunus besseyi) is a deciduous shrub native to the northern Great Plains of North America. Part of the Rosaceae family…
Saucer Magnolia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Saucer Magnolia, scientifically known as Magnolia x soulangeana, is a deciduous flowering tree or large shrub prized for its stunning…
Scarlet Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea) is a deciduous tree native to eastern and central North America. Renowned for its stunning autumn…
Sequoia
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 7–9
Sequoias are giant coniferous trees belonging to the genus Sequoiadendron and Sequoia, primarily found in the western United States. The…
Shagbark Hickory
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly prevalent in the eastern United States and…
Shumard Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The Shumard Oak (Quercus shumardii) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically reaches…
Silver Maple
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America's eastern and central regions. It typically…
Slippery Elm
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly found in the eastern and central regions. It…
Southern Catalpa
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Southern Catalpa (Catalpa bignonioides) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. Known for its striking appearance…
Southern Magnolia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
The Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) is a robust, evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States. Known for its stunning…
Spruce
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Spruce is a genus of coniferous trees belonging to the family Pinaceae, primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere. The genus Picea…
Star Magnolia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Star Magnolia (Magnolia stellata) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to Japan. Known for its stunning spring blooms, it typically…
Sugar Maple
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) is a deciduous tree native to northeastern North America, renowned for its stunning fall foliage, vibrant…
Swamp Chestnut Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus michauxii) is a large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, primarily found in wet…
Sycamore
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Sycamore, specifically the American Sycamore or Platanus occidentalis, is a large deciduous tree known for its distinctive appearance…
Sycamore Maple
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–7
The Sycamore Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus), also known as the European Sycamore, is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Western…
Trembling Aspen
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–7
The Trembling Aspen, scientifically known as Populus tremuloides, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Identifiable by its unique…
Tulip Poplar
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Tulip Poplar, scientifically known as Liriodendron tulipifera, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Recognized for its…
Tulip Tree
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Tulip Tree, scientifically known as Liriodendron tulipifera, is a majestic deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Renowned…
Umbrella Magnolia
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–8
The Umbrella Magnolia (Magnolia tripetala) is a deciduous flowering tree native to the southeastern United States. It is known for its…
Walnut
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The walnut plant refers primarily to trees in the genus Juglans, known for their edible nuts and valuable timber. The most commonly…
Water Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–9
The Water Oak (Quercus nigra) is a medium-sized, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to heights of…
White Ash
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The White Ash, scientifically known as Fraxinus americana, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. This tree is recognized…
White Birch
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 2–6
The White Birch, scientifically known as Betula papyrifera, is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly common in Canada and…
White Mulberry
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The White Mulberry (Morus alba) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, particularly China, but has been widely introduced throughout the…
White Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The White Oak (Quercus alba) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly widespread in the eastern United States. It is…
Willow
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–9
The willow plant, belonging to the genus Salix, comprises a diverse group of trees and shrubs found primarily in the Northern Hemisphere…
Willow Oak
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The Willow Oak, scientifically known as Quercus phellos, is a deciduous tree belonging to the beech family (Fagaceae). This native North…
Windmill Palm
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
The Windmill Palm, scientifically known as Trachycarpus fortunei, is a hardy and attractive palm native to China and the surrounding…
Yellow Birch
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis) is a deciduous tree native to northeastern North America, known for its distinctive yellowish bark…
Yellow Poplar
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Yellow Poplar, scientifically known as Liriodendron tulipifera, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and parts of…