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Trees: plants for wet soil

These plants cope with soil that stays moist or wet, such as low spots, pond edges and rain gardens.

11 plants

Trees

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…

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 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…

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…

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…

Gaboon Ebony

  • Part sun
  • High water

Gaboon ebony, scientifically known as Diospyros mabuba, is a tropical hardwood tree native to the rainforests of central and western…

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…

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…

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…

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…