FEATURED NATIVE TREE: Pinus taeda, loblolly pine
The loblolly pine is a relatively fast-growing evergreen known for its straight trunk, upright form and distinctive bark. Its narrow form allows it to occupy a variety of yard spaces, and over time its crown of attractive green needles spreads out to provide shade below. For additional information on growing conditions and habitat, click the button below. FEATURED NATIVE TREE: Sassafras albidum, sassafras
Sassafras leaves are generally mitt-shaped but variable in form, turning yellow and purple in fall. Female trees have attractive spring flowers and blue-black berries (drupes) in the fall. All parts of the plant are aromatic and spicy. For additional information on growing conditions and habitat, click the button below. FEATURED NATIVE TREE: Liquidambar styraciflua, sweetgum
Best known for its spiny “gum balls” that hold seeds that are an important winter food source for songbirds. The leaves are distinctively star shaped and turn bright colors in fall. The tree has a grayish trunk and can grow to 150 feet. For additional information on growing conditions and habitat, click the button below. FEATURED NATIVE TREE: Juniperus virginiana, Eastern red cedar
The red cedar is an evergreen tree with beautiful reddish-brown bark and small berrylike cones that are eaten by birds and other wildlife. Cedar closets, hope chests and pencils are often made from the wood of this fragrant evergreen tree. For additional information on growing conditions and habitat, click the button below. FEATURED NATIVE TREE: Ilex opaca, American holly
The American holly is a broadleaf evergreen typically grown as an understory tree. The flowers are pollinated by insects. The berries on female trees are poisonous to humans but are important survival food for birds. Its dark green leaves and red berries add a splash of green in our otherwise leafless winters and the tree is prized in many gardens. For additional information on growing conditions and habitat, click the button below. |
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