Yearly Archives: 2014

[gallery ids="3414,3413"] A rounded tree with fine-textured narrow leaflets. The summer foliage is a glossy dark green. The fall color is a rich, deep burgundy, with some brighter reds. It is adaptable to a range of soils, and performs best in full sun in moist, well-drained soils. Also know as Claret Ash or Flame Ash. Originated...

[gallery ids="3411,3412"] A rounded, spreading tree with smooth gray bark. In late spring, white sprays of fragrant white flowers in clusters emerge. The summer foliage is medium green, the fall color is yellow with tinges of purples. The seeds may hang on until winter. It prefers full sun, and moist, fertile soils, but is tolerant of...

[gallery ids="3410,8295,8296"] A large tree, native to the wetlands of the West Coast. It will grow in standing water, but also takes summer drought. It will grow in full sun to partial shade. The summer foliage is a medium green. The fall colors are dull yellows and tans....

[gallery ids="3409,6375"] A small, rounded tree with golden branches throughout the year. Foliage is bright golden in the spring, yellow green in the summer, and bright gold in the fall. In winter, the buds are dark brown, contrasting nicely with the bark. It grows best in full sun or part shade and average, well-drained soil. The...