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Trees: plants for full sun

These plants want 6 or more hours of direct sun a day: the brightest beds, south-facing borders and open plots.

146 plants

Trees

African Mahogany

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

African Mahogany, scientifically known as Khaya ivorensis, is a large deciduous tree native to tropical Africa, particularly found in…

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…

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 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…

Australian Sandalwood

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 9–11

Australian Sandalwood, scientifically known as Santalum spicatum, is a semiparasitic evergreen tree native to the arid and semi-arid…

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…

Banyan

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–12

The Banyan tree, scientifically known as Ficus benghalensis, is a large and iconic tropical tree endemic to the Indian subcontinent. Known…

Baobab

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–12

The Baobab, known scientifically as Adansonia, is a remarkable tree native to Madagascar, Africa, and Australia. Often referred to as the…

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 Gum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The Blue Gum, scientifically known as Eucalyptus globulus, is a tall, evergreen tree native to Australia and Tasmania. It can reach…

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…

Ceylon Ebony

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 11–12

Ceylon Ebony, scientifically known as Diospyros ebenum, is a tree species native to Sri Lanka and southern India. It's renowned for its…

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…

Coconut Palm

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10.5–12

The Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera) is a tropical tree native to coastal regions of the tropical and subtropical world. Known for its tall…

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 Cedar

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

The Cork Cedar, scientifically known as Cedrus atlantica var. glauca, is a majestic conifer that typically hails from the Atlas Mountains…

Cork Cypress

  • Full sun

The Cork Cypress, known scientifically as Taxodium distichum var. nutans, is a unique species of tree belonging to the family…

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 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 Kauri

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The Cork Kauri, or Agathis australis, is a large evergreen tree native to New Zealand. Renowned for its majestic stature, the Cork Kauri…

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 Oak

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 8–10

The Cork Oak (Quercus suber) is a tree species native to the Mediterranean region, particularly found in Portugal, Spain, and northern…

Cork Pine

  • Full sun

The Cork Pine, scientifically known as Pinus brutia, is a pine species native to the Mediterranean region, particularly found in countries…

Cork Redwood

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

The Cork Redwood, scientifically known as Sequoiadendron giganteum, is a majestic conifer native to the Sierra Nevada mountains in…

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…

Cork Tree

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 8–10

The Cork Tree, scientifically known as Phellodendron amurense, is a deciduous tree native to Asia, particularly found in regions of China…

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…

Date Palm

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) is a tall, flowering plant native to the Middle East and North Africa, valued primarily for its sweet…

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…

Ebony

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–12

The Ebony plant typically refers to trees belonging to the genus Diospyros, known for their dense, dark hardwood. These trees are…

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…

Eucalyptus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–11

Eucalyptus is a diverse genus of flowering trees and shrubs belonging to the family Myrtaceae, native primarily to Australia, though some…

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…

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…

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…

Honduran Mahogany

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Honduran Mahogany, scientifically known as Swietenia macrophylla, is a tropical hardwood tree native to Central America, particularly…

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…

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…

Indian Sandalwood

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–12

Indian Sandalwood, scientifically known as Santalum album, is a small to medium evergreen tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It is…

Kauri

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The Kauri tree, scientifically known as Agathis australis, is a remarkable evergreen species native to New Zealand. Known for its towering…

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…

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…

Mahogany

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The Mahogany plant, primarily known as Swietenia macrophylla, is a large tropical tree renowned for its beautiful hardwood, which is…

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…

Oil Palm

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 10–12

The oil palm plant, scientifically known as Elaeis guineensis, is a tropical tree native to West Africa but is now cultivated extensively…

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…

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…

Queen Palm

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The Queen Palm, scientifically known as Syagrus romanzoffiana, is a popular tropical and subtropical palm tree known for its elegant…

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…

River Red Gum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) is a large tree native to Australia, renowned for its striking appearance and ecological…

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…

Royal Palm

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) is a striking and iconic species of palm tree native to the Caribbean and parts of Central America. Known…

Sacred Fig

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–12

The Sacred Fig, scientifically known as Ficus religiosa, is a striking tree native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Revered…

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…

Sandalwood

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Sandalwood refers to several species of small trees in the genus Santalum, best known for their fragrant heartwood. The most notable…

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…

Swietenia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Swietenia, commonly known as mahogany, is a genus of trees in the Meliaceae family, primarily known for its valuable hardwood. There are…

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…

Tasmanian Blue Gum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–10

The Tasmanian Blue Gum (Eucalyptus globulus) is a tall evergreen tree native to Tasmania and parts of southeastern Australia. Known for…

Teak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–12

Teak (Tectona grandis) is a tropical hardwood tree native to South and Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like India, Myanmar…

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…

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…

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…