Tree Species


 
Pistacia chinensis (Chinese Pistacio Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 4 - 23 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Even with Oblong to Elliptic Leaflets Medium Green. Red, Gold, Orange or Multicolored in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Prolific, Red or Mostly Blue Drupe, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall
Bark: Dark Brown, Light Gray or Light Green, Furrowed or Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: China Fire Resistance: Conflicting
Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat' (Aristocrat Flowering Pear)
Additional Names: Aristocrat Flowering Pear, Aristocrat Callery Pear
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 2 - 9 and 14 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oblong to Ovate Glossy Dark Green. Red, Gold or Purple in Fall
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Mostly Green Pome, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Blocky or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Fair Resistance to Fire Blight, Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Thrip and White Flyr, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Cinnamomum camphora (Camphor Tree)
Additional Names: Camphor Tree, Camphor Laurel
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years or more Leaves: Elliptic Glossy Light to Medium Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Fragrant, . Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Black Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Winter or Summer
Bark: Dark Gray, Light Gray or Red Brown, Blocky or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Anthracnose, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: China and Japan Fire Resistance:
TRISTANIA LAURINA (Water Gum Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 15 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 10 - 12
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Neutral to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in South Coast
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width: 30 feet
Growth Rate: 12 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate to Ovate Glossy Medium Green.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Yellow. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Brown or Red Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall.
Bark: Striking, Cream, Dark Brown, Red Brown or Multicolored, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Scales
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense to Very Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Australia Fire Resistance:
SCHINUS MOLE (California Pepper Tree)
Additional Names: Peruvian peppertree, California peppertree
Habit: Spreading or Weeping High Canopy and Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd with Lanceolate Leaflets Medium Green
Flowers: Fragrant, Yellow or White. Flowers in Summer. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Prolific, Rose Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter. Wildlife use it
Bark: Light Green or Red Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Psyllid, Scales and Thrip, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit, Leaves and Twigs Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy and Irritant Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: Northern South America Fire Resistance: Favorable
LAGERSTROMIA 'MUSCOGEE' (Muskogree Crape Myrtel)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 7 - 9, 12 - 16 and 18 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oval Bronze or Dark Green. Red, Gold, Orange or Multicolored in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Lavender. Flowers in Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall
Bark: Striking, Light Green, Pink or Red Brown, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Powdery Mildew. Susceptible to Aphids, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
LAGERSTROMIA 'TUSCARORA' (Tuscarora Crape Myrtel)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 7 - 9, 12 - 16 and 18 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oval Bronze or Dark Green. Red, Gold, Orange or Multicolored in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Pink or Rose. Flowers in Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall
Bark: Striking, Light Green, Pink or Red Brown, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Powdery Mildew. Susceptible to Aphids, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Platanus X Hispanica 'BloodGood' (London Plane/Sycamore Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 2 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Palmate Medium to Light Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Mostly Green Achene, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Striking, Cream or Light Gray, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Anthracnose and Verticillium. Susceptible to Scales and Spider Mites, Powdery Mildew
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit and Bark Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Pyrus kawakamii (Evergreen Flowering Pear)
Additional Names: Pyrus calleryana var. calleryana, Evergreen Pear, Chinese Evergreen Pear
Habit: Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen to Partly Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier or Pleached
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Ovate Glossy Medium Green
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown or Mostly Green Pome, Very Small (Under 0.25 inches), , fruiting in Spring or Summer
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Blocky Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and White Fly, Fire Blight and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Taiwan and China Fire Resistance:
Ginko Biloba (Maidenhair Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 1 - 10, 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Rhomboidal Medium to Light Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Winter. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Fruitless
Bark: Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Anthracnose
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Aesculus x carnea (Red Horse Chestnut)
Additional Names: Aesculus carnea
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 1 - 10, 12 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 7
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry and Well Drained Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 30 - 50 feet Canopy Width: 30 - 50 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Pollarding
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Palmately Compound Dark Green. No Change in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Red or Rose. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown Capsule, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall
Bark: Dark Brown or Red Brown, Fibrous Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Chlorosis, Powdery Mildew and Rust
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Flowers, Dry Fruit and Leaves Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Germany Fire Resistance:
Maytenus boaria (Mayten Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Weeping with a High Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Oval or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Glossy Medium Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Orange or Red Capsule, Very Small (Under 0.25 inches), , fruiting in Summer
Bark: Dark Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Chile. Cal-IPC (California Invasive Plant Council) classifies this plant as invasive, with a note of infestation on Angel Island, San Francisco Bay Fire Resistance:
SEQUIOA SEMPERVIRENS (Coast Redwood)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 4 - 9 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: 70 - 100 feet. In the wild may reach 365 feet Canopy Width: 15 - 30 feet
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Linear Medium to Dark Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Brown. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Brown Cone, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter
Bark: Red Brown, Fibrous or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Beetle Borers and Redwood Bark Beetle, Phytophthora, Cypress Canker and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: California Fire Resistance:
Quercus agrifolia (Coast Live Oak)
Additional Names:
Habit: Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 5, 7 - 10, 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Elliptic and Hollylike Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Prolific, Brown Acorn, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter
Bark: Dark Gray, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Goldspotted Oak Borer, Aphids, Beetle Borers, Beetle Grubs, Caterpillars, Coddling Moths, Insect Galls, Scales and White Fly, Sudden Oak Death, Crown Rot, Mistletoe, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Powdery Mildew, Root
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate / High
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Central and Southern California Fire Resistance:
MAGNOLIA GRANDIFOLIA ST MARY (Dwarf Southern Magnolia)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 4 - 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oval Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring, Summer or Fall. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Purple Follicle, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall
Bark: Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Scales and Spider Mites, Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers, Dry Fruit and Leaves Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Southeastern United States Fire Resistance:
Alnus Glutinosa (Black Alder)
Additional Names: Black Alder, Common Alder
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 1 - 10 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 3 - 7
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Wet to Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Coastal Good Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone and Medium in Moderate Zone
Height: 70 - 80 feet Canopy Width: 30 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Round to Ovate Dark Green. Bronze or No Change in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Green or Yellow. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Prolific, Brown Cone, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall, Winter or Summer
Bark: Dark Gray, Fibrous Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Powdery Mildew
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Dense out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Europe, North Africa, and Asia Fire Resistance:
Geijera parviflora (Australian Willow)
Additional Names: Australian Willow, Wilga
Habit: Erect or Weeping with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Oval
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate to Linear Medium Green
Flowers: White. Flowers in Spring or Fall. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Mostly Green Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer. Wildlife use it
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Rough Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Australia Fire Resistance:
Fraxinus Velutina 'Modesto' (Modesto Ash)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 3 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Glossy Light Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Yellow or Mostly Green Winged Seed, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall
Bark: Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Powdery Mildew. Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Psyllid, Spider Mites and White Fly, Anthracnose, Mistletoe, Root Rot, Rust, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Malus sp (Apple)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 1 - 11 and 14 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Ovate Medium Green or Purple. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink, Red or White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Red or Yellow Pome, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall. Edible and Wildlife use it
Bark: Light Gray, Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus, Powdery Mildew, Scab and Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Caterpillars, Psyllid, Scales and Spider Mites, Canker, Crown Rot, Fire Blight and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
PRUNUS CERASFERA 'KRAUTER VESUVIUS' (Purple Leaf Plum)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 2 - 22 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Purple. Bronze or Purple in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Few to Fruitless, Purple Drupe, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches)
Bark: Dark Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Caterpillars and Spider Mites, Root Rot, Rust, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance: Favorable
Pyrus Calleryana 'Bradford' (Bradford Flowering Pear)
Additional Names: Bradford Pear, Bradford Callery Pear
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval
Sunset Zones: 2 - 9 and 14 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Glossy Dark Green. Red or Purple in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Few to Fruitless, Brown or Mostly Green Pome, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Blocky or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Fair Resistance to Fire Blight, Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Thrip and White Flyr, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderately Dense out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Magnolia Grandifolia Russet (Southern Magnolia)
Additional Names: Russet Southern Magnolia, Bull Bay
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 4 - 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Ovate Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring, Summer or Fall. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Purple or Red Follicle, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall
Bark: Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Scales and Spider Mites, Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers, Dry Fruit and Leaves Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Liquidamber Styraciflua (American Sweetgum)
Additional Names: American Sweetgum, Liquidambar
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 3 - 9 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 80 feet Canopy Width: 40 feet
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Lobed and Palmate Dark Green. Red, Gold, Purple or Multicolored in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Prolific, Brown, Beige or Mostly Green Capsule with Winged Seeds, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall. Wildlife use it
Bark: Light Green or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids, Caterpillars, Scales and Spider Mites, Anthracnose, Chlorosis and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Eastern United States Fire Resistance:
Betula Alba (White Birch)
Additional Names: European White Birch, Silver Birch
Habit: Erect, Spreading or Weeping with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval
Sunset Zones: 1 - 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 3 - 6
Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade Water Needs: Wet to Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 40 - 50 feet Canopy Width: 15 - 25 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Deltoid or Rhomboidal Medium Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring, Summer or Fall. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Brown or Mostly Green Winged Nut in a Cone, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Striking, Black or Cream, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and Beetle Borers, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Low in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Europe to Asia Minor Fire Resistance:
Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywood' (Raywood Ash)
Additional Names: Fraxinus oxycarpa 'Raywood'
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 3 - 9 and 14 - 2 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Dark Green. Red or Purple in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Fruitless
Bark: Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Scales and White Fly, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Acer rebrum (Red Maple 'October Glory')
Additional Names:
Habit: Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 1 - 9 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet but Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Acidic* Salt Spray Tolerance: Low
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: 40 - 50 feet Canopy Width: 25 - 35 feet
Growth Rate: 24 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Specimen, Shade Tree, Street Tree, Buffer Strip or Screen, Bonsai
Longevity: Leaves: Green. Red, Gold or Orange in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Red. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Red
Bark: Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Scales and Borer, Scorch, Tar Spot, Leaf Spot and Girdling Roots
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese Elm Tree)
Additional Names: Chinese Elm, Chinese Evergreen Elm
Habit: Erect, Spreading or Weeping and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen to Partly Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 3 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Over 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Ovate Glossy Dark Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Summer or Fall. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown or Mostly Green Winged Seed, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.
Bark: Dark Gray, Light Gray, Orange, Red Brown or Multicolored, Exfoliating, Mottled or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Beetle Leaves, Caterpillars and Scales, Dutch Elm Disease, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak to Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: China, Japan, North Korea, and Vietnam Fire Resistance: Favorable
Pyrus Calleryana 'chanticleer' (Chanticleer Flowering Pear)
Additional Names: Chanticleer Ornamental Pear, Chantecleer Callery Pear, Chanticleer Flowering Pear
Habit: Erect with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Columnar or Conical
Sunset Zones: 2 - 9 and 14 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 4
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 40 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate to Ovate Glossy Dark Green. Red or Purple in Fall
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Brown Pome, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Fair Resistance to Fire Blight, Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to White Fly, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Ceratonia siliqua (Carob Tree)
Additional Names: Carob Tree, St. John's Bread
Habit: Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 9, 13 - 16 and 18 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate Inland and Good on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone and Medium in Moderate Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Even Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: Unpleasant Fragrance, Red. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Prolific, Brown Pod, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall. Edible
Bark: Dark Brown, Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Oak Root Rot and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Very Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: the Eastern Mediterranean Region Fire Resistance:
PRUNUS AKEBONO (Akebono Flowering Cherry)
Additional Names: Akebono Flowering Cherry, Akebono Yoshino Cherry
Habit: Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 2 - 7 and 14 - 20 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Ovate Medium to Dark Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Black Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Winter or Summer
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Caterpillars, Canker, Crown Rot, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Rust
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers and Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance: Favorable
Eucalyptus Sp (Eucalyptus)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 5 - 6 and 8 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: 50 - 165 feet Canopy Width: 30 - 80 feet
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Falcate Dark Green
Flowers: Yellow or White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Gray or Blue Green Capsule, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Cream or Light Gray, Exfoliating Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot and Verticillium. Susceptible to Beetle Borers and Thrip, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit, Leaves, Twigs and Bark Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Irritant Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Australia Fire Resistance:
Washingtonia robusta (Mexican Fan Palm)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Fan Palm
Sunset Zones: 8 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 80 - 100 feet Canopy Width: 10 - 15 feet
Growth Rate: Over 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian.
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Palmate Dark Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Black Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches) Edible.
Bark: Red Brown, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot. Susceptible to Beetle Borers and Pigeons
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit and Leaves Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: Northwestern Mexico, Sonora, and Baja California. Fire Resistance:
Pinus Sp (Pine)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Conical, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland to Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: 40 - 80 feet Canopy Width: 40 - 60 feet
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Needle Gray Green or Medium Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Brown or Red Cone, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Winter. Edible and Wildlife use it
Bark: Black, Dark Brown or Dark Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot and Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Pitch Canker
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Weak to Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Mediterranean Region Fire Resistance:
Quercus ilex (Holly Oak)
Additional Names: Holly Oak, Holm Oak
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 4 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good to Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate to Ovate Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Brown Acorn, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Winter or Summer
Bark: Light Green or Light Gray, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Scales and Spider Mites, Anthracnose and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Western Mediterranean Region Fire Resistance:
Cedrus deodara (Pinaceae)
Additional Names: Deodar Cedar, Himalayan Cedar
Habit: Spreading or Weeping and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 3 - 10 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 80 feet Canopy Width: 40 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Needle Blue Green or Medium Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Fall. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Brown Cone, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Spring
Bark: Dark Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Eastern Afghanistan, Northern Pakistan, and North-central India Fire Resistance:
Fraxinus uhdei (Shamel Ash)
Additional Names: Evergreen Ash, Shamel Ash
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Evergreen to Partly Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval
Sunset Zones: 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 80 feet Canopy Width: 60 feet
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Yellow or Mostly Green Winged Seed, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall
Bark: Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Scales and White Fly, Fusarium, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Southern California and Mexico Fire Resistance:
Olea europaea (Olive Tree)
Additional Names: Fruiting Olive, Olive Tree
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 11 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good to Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Ovate Gray Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Fragrant, . Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Black, Purple or Mostly Green Drupe, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall. Edible and Wildlife use it
Bark: Light Gray, Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot. Susceptible to Scales, Anthracnose, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: the Mediterranean Fire Resistance:
Cercis canadensis (Eastern Redbud)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 1 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Round Medium to Light Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Pink or Rose. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown, Purple or Mostly Green Pod, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Dark Brown or Red Brown, Scaly Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Caterpillars and Scales, Anthracnose, Crown Rot, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Low in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Eastern United States Fire Resistance:
Prunus americana (Wild Plum Tree)
Additional Names: Wild Plum, American Plum
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 1 - 3 and 10 Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: Less than 50 years Leaves: Ovate Dark Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Purple, Red or Yellow Drupe, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer. Edible
Bark: Black or Dark Brown, Exfoliating or Scaly Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Caterpillars and Spider Mites, Rust, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Flowers and Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: North America Fire Resistance: Favorable
Liriodendron (Tulip Tree)
Additional Names: Tulip Tree, Tulip Poplar, Yellow Poplar
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 2 - 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay or Loam Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 60 - 80 feet Canopy Width: 40 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Lobed Light Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Green, Orange or Yellow. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown Cone of Samaras, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall. Wildlife use it
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids and Scales, Anthracnose, Chlorosis, Fusarium, Oak Root Rot, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Eastern United States Fire Resistance:
Jacaranda mimmosifolia (Jacaranda Tree)
Additional Names: Jacaranda, Black Poui, Blue Trumpet Tree
Habit: Spreading with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous to Partly Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 12 - 13 and 15 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate Inland Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Light Green
Flowers: Showy, Blue or Lavender. Flowers in Spring, Summer or Fall. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown Capsule, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall. Wildlife use it
Bark: Light Green or Light Gray, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Flowers and Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Irritant Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Northwestern Argentina and Bolivia Fire Resistance:
LAGERSTROMIA 'NANCHEZ' (Nanchez Crape Myrtel)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 7 - 9, 12 - 16 and 18 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oval Bronze or Dark Green. Red, Gold, Orange or Multicolored in Fall
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall
Bark: Striking, Light Green, Pink or Red Brown, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Powdery Mildew. Susceptible to Aphids, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Celtus sinensis (Cannabaceae)
Additional Names: Celtis sinensis var. japonica
Habit: Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8 - 16 and 18 - 20 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 40 - 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Ovate Medium Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Orange or Purple Drupe, Very Small (Under 0.25 inches), , fruiting in Summer or Fall. Edible
Bark: Mottled, Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Eastern Asia Fire Resistance:
Morus alba (Fruitless Mulberry Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded or Vase
Sunset Zones: 2 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Pollarding
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate to Cordate sometimes Lobed Dark Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Fruitless
Bark: Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot and Verticillium. Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Spider Mites and White Fly, Chlorosis, Fusarium, Mistletoe, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Albizia julibrissin (Silk Tree)
Additional Names: Silk Tree, Mimosa Tree, Pink Siris, Persian Silk Tree
Habit: Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 4 - 23 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 20 - 35 feet Canopy Width: 20 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Shade Tree, Street Tree or Screen
Longevity: Less than 50 years Leaves: Bipinnately Compound Light Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Pink or Rose. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Brown Pod, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall, Winter or Summer
Bark: Dark Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Caterpillars, Fusarium and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Low to Moderately Dense in Leaf and Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Flowers and Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Southwestern and Eastern Asia Fire Resistance:
RHUS LANCIA (African Sumac)
Additional Names: African Sumac, Karee
Habit: Spreading or Weeping with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Trifoliate Dark Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Summer. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Red or Yellow Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall
Bark: Red Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: South Africa Fire Resistance:
Melaleuca Leucadendra (Tea Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Shape:
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Water Needs:
Soil Type: Soil pH:
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Landscape Use:
Longevity: Leaves:
Flowers: Fruit:
Bark: Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential:
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Eriobotrya deflexa (Loquat Tree)
Additional Names: Bronze Loquat, Coppertone Loquat
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 8 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier or Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oblong Glossy Medium to Dark Green
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Yellow or Mostly Green Pome, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer
Bark: Light Green, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Fire Blight
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Ligustrum japonicum (Japanese Privit)
Additional Names: Japanese Privet, Wax-Leaf Privet
Habit: Compact and Erect, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 4 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 20 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier, Hedged or Topiary
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Prolific, Black or Mostly Blue Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall, Winter or Summer
Bark: Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Oak Root Rot, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Northern China, Korea, and Japan Fire Resistance:
MELALEUCA LINARIFOLIA (Flax Leaf Paperbark Tree)
Additional Names: Flaxleaf Paperbark, Cajeput Tree, Snow-In-Summer
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 9 and 13 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian or Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Linear Blue Green or Medium Green
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Brown or Gray Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall
Bark: Striking Cream, Exfoliating Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Chlorosis, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Eastern Australia Fire Resistance:
Quercus suber (Cork Oak)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 5 - 16 and 18 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 70 feet Canopy Width: 70 feet
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Oblong to Ovate Glossy Dark Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Prolific, Brown Acorn, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Light Green or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Western Mediterranean and North Africa Fire Resistance: Favorable
Ficus carica (Mission Fig)
Additional Names: Edible Fig, Common Fig
Habit: Spreading with a Low Canopy. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 4 - 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier.
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Palmate Medium Green. Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Prolific, Brown, White or Mostly Green Follicle, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall. Edible.
Bark: Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Canker, Fusarium, Oak Root Rot, Root Rot and Virus
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Irritant Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Western Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean. Cal-IPC (California Invasive Plant Council) classifies the invasiveness of this plant as moderate. Fire Resistance:
Citrus sinensis (Various Citrus Trees)
Additional Names:
Habit: Compact and Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier or Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Glossy Medium to Dark Green
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink or White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Orange, Red or Yellow Hesperidium, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer. Edible and Wildlife use it
Bark: Black or Dark Brown, Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids, Mealy Bugs, Scales, Spider Mites, Thrip and White Fly, Brown Rot, Chlorosis, Crown Rot, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Virus
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Southeastern Asia Fire Resistance:
Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 2 - 10, 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 8
Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Shade Water Needs: Moist but Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width: 30 feet
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Bonsai
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Palmate Light to Medium Green, Bronze or Purple. Red, Gold, Orange or Multicolored in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Purple. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Winged Seed, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Green, Light Green, Light Gray or Red Brown, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Low to Moderately Dense in Leaf and Low out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: Japan and Korea Fire Resistance: Favorable
Gleditsia triacanthos (Honey Locust)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 1 - 16 and 18 - 20 Hardiness Zones: 3 - 7
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: 50 to 150 years or more Leaves: Bipinnately Compound Medium to Light Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Brown Pod, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall
Bark: Black or Dark Brown, Furrowed, Ridged or Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Caterpillars, Insect Galls, Pod Gall Midge and Spider Mites, Mistletoe, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Low in Leaf and Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit and Twigs Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Eastern and Central North America Fire Resistance:
JUGLANS (Walnut)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded
Sunset Zones: 5 - 9 and 14 - 20 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 30 - 60 feet Canopy Width: 30 - 60 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Medium to Dark Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Mostly Green Nut in Fleshy Husk, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall. Edible
Bark: Dark Brown or Dark Gray, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and Caterpillars, Mistletoe, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Sequoiadendron giganteum (Giant Redwood)
Additional Names: Big Tree, Giant Sequoia
Habit: Erect and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 1 - 9 and 14 - 23 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 60 - 100. May reach 260 feet Canopy Width: 30 - 50 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Scalelike Gray Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown or Red Cone, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Red Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Carpenter Ant, Annosus Root Disease, Oak Root Rot and Phytophthora Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: California Fire Resistance:
Prunus persica (Peach Tree)
Additional Names: Peach, Nectarine
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 1 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier
Longevity: Less than 50 years Leaves: Lanceolate Dark Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Pink, Rose or White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Orange, Red, Yellow or Mostly Green Drupe, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Spring or Summer. Edible
Bark: Light Green, Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Husk Fly and Scales, Brown Rot, Canker, Chlorosis, Crown Rot, Gummosis, Oak Root Rot, Leaf Blight, Phytophthora, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Rust, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: China Fire Resistance: Favorable
Zelkova serrata (Vase Tree)
Additional Names: Green Vase Japanese Zelkova, Green Vase Sawleaf Zelkova
Habit: Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Vase
Sunset Zones: 3 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Wet but Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Acidic to Alkaline* Salt Spray Tolerance: Moderate
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Buffer Strip, Shade Tree or Street Tree
Longevity: Leaves: Green. Bronze or Red in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit:
Bark: Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Canker
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
ARBUTUS MARINA (Strawberry Madrone)
Additional Names: Marina Madrone, Strawberry Tree
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: Can reach 40 feet Canopy Width: 40 feet
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Elliptic Medium Green.
Flowers: Showy, Pink or Rose. Flowers in Fall. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Prolific, Red or Yellow Berry, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter. Wildlife use it.
Bark: Red Brown, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Scales and Thrip, Anthracnose, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Rust
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Photinia glabra (Red Leaf Photinia)
Additional Names: Red Leaf Photinia, Red Top, Japanese Photinia
Habit: Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Vase
Sunset Zones: 4 - 9 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Acidic to Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Container, Buffer Strip or Street Tree, Hedged
Longevity: Leaves: Green, Purple or Red. No Change in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Red or Black
Bark: Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Mites, Scales, Aphids and Caterpillars, Fire Blight and Leaf Spot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense to Very Dense in Leaf Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Southeastern United States Fire Resistance:
PRUNUS APRICOT (Apricot Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 2 - 3 and 6 - 23 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Round to Ovate Light Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Pink or White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Prolific, Orange Drupe, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Spring or Summer. Edible
Bark: Bronze or Light Green, Furrowed or Scaly Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Scales and Thrip, Brown Rot, Canker, Crown Rot, Gummosis, Oak Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Rust, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Armenia Fire Resistance: Favorable
SCHINUS TEREBINTHEFOLIUS (Brazilian Pepper Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 13 - 17 and 19 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 10 - 12
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd with Oblong Leaflets Glossy Dark Green
Flowers: White. Flowers in Summer. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Red Drupe, Very Small (Under 0.25 inches), , fruiting in Fall. Wildlife use it
Bark: Light Green or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Scales, Oak Root Rot, Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Irritant Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: South America Fire Resistance: Favorable
Lophostemon confertus (Brisbane Box Tree)
Additional Names: Tristania conferta
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 15 - 17 and 19 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 10 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good to Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Medium Green
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Brown or Red Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Striking, Light Green, Red Brown or Multicolored, Exfoliating or Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Scales, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Australia Fire Resistance:
MAGNOLIA SOLINGIANA (Saucer Magnolia)
Additional Names: Saucer Magnolia, Chinese Magnolia, Japanese Magnolia
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 2 - 10 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good to Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Obovate Medium Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink, Purple or White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Rose Follicle, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Scales and Spider Mites
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: France Fire Resistance:
Myoporum laetum (Myoporum)
Additional Names: Myoporum, Ngaio
Habit: with a Low Canopy. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Rounded
Sunset Zones: 8, 9, 14 - 17 and 19 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate Inland and Good on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width: 20 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Linear to Ovate Glossy Dark Green.
Flowers: Purple or White. Flowers in Summer. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Purple or Red Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Thrips . Susceptible to Aphids, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense to Very Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: New Zealand Fire Resistance:
METASAQUOIA GLYPTOSTROBOIDES (Dawn Redwood)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect and covers an Extensive Area. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 3 - 10 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Over 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Linear and Needlelike Light Green. Bronze in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown or Mostly Green Cone, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Red Brown, Exfoliating or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus.
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderately Dense out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: China Fire Resistance:
PRUNUS ALMOND (Almond Tree)
Additional Names: Almond, Sweet Almond
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8 - 10, 12, 14 - 16 and 19 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 40 to 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate Gray Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink or White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower) Fruit: Beige or Brown Drupe, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer. Edible
Bark: Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Beetle Borers and Spider Mites, Brown Rot, Canker, Chlorosis, Crown Rot, Oak Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Rust, Scab, Verticillium and Virus
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Middle East and Southern Asia Fire Resistance: Favorable
Quercus kelloggii (California Black Oak)
Additional Names: California Black Oak, Black Oak, Kellogg Oak
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area.Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 5 - 7, 15 - 16 and 18 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Elliptic and Lobed Glossy Medium Green. Gold or Orange in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Acorn, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Black or Dark Gray, Blocky or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Goldspotted Oak Borer, Insect Galls, Carpenterworm, California Oak Moth, Pacific Oak Teig Girdler, Oak Pit Scales, Gall Wasp and Scales, Sudden Oak Death, Anthracnose, Oak Root Rot, Brown Rot, Annosus Root Disease,
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Southern Oregon to Southern California Fire Resistance:
Picea pungens 'Glauca' (Colorado Blue Spruce)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 1 - 10 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 30 - 65 feet Canopy Width: 10 - 20 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Needle Blue Green or Silver Gray.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Cone, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Scales and Spider Mites, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Rust and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance: Unfavorable
Picea pungens (Colorado Spruce)
Additional Names: Colorado Spruce, Silver Spruce
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 1 - 10 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 30 - 65 feet Canopy Width: 10 - 20 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Needle Blue Green, Dark Green or Silver Gray.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Cone, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Scales and Spider Mites, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Rust and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Western North America Fire Resistance: Unfavorable
Quercus alba (White Oak)
Additional Names:
Habit: Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Conical or Rounded
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet but Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Acidic
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland Seaside Tolerance:
Height: 60 - 100 feet Canopy Width: 60 - 100 feet
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Specimen, Buffer Strip or Shade Tree
Longevity: Leaves: Green. Red in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Brown Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown
Bark: Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Leaf Miner, Caterpillars, Borer, Aphids, Scales and Insect Galls, Anthracnose, Canker, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot and Chlorosis
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Eastern North America Fire Resistance:
Cupressaceae (Cypress)

Its majestic appearance makes the Cypress tree a popular choice for ornamental landscaping. The Cypress foliage features different shades of green, from dark green to light bluish-green depending on the tree type. Its leaves range from fine needles to scaly overlapping hair-like appendages that look similar to braids attached to twigs. Since the Cypress includes both evergreen and deciduous trees, the branches differ from tree to tree. While the Leyland Cypress sports flat branches, the Pond Cypress has spiny offshoots.
Additional Names:
Habit: Shape: Varies among types. For example, the Monterey Cypress can grow up to 70 feet tall and features a wide, flat canopy which resembles an open umbrella. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cypress resembles a traditional Christmas tree and can reach heights of about 60 fee
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Water Needs:
Soil Type: Soil pH:
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Landscape Use:
Longevity: Leaves:
Flowers: Fruit: The species yields small cones, some of which look like nuts and others are woody cones that measure roughly two inches wide. Each of the tiny cones contains no more than 30 seeds.
Bark: Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential:
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
TRIADICA SEBIFERA (Chinese Tallow Tree)
Additional Names: Sapium sebiferum
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy.Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 8, 9, 12, 14 - 16 and 18 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 40 to 60 years Leaves: Ovate Light Green. Red, Gold, Orange, Purple or Multicolored in Fall.
Flowers: Yellow. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Gray or White Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.
Bark: Light Green or Red Brown, Furrowed, Ridged or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers and Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: China and Japan. Cal-IPC (California Invasive Plant Council) classifies the invasiveness of this plant as moderate. Fire Resistance:
Nerium oleander (Oleander Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Compact and Erect or Spreading, Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 8 - 16 and 18 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good to Moderate Inland Seaside Tolerance: Good in South Coast
Height: 20 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate Dark Green.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink, Red, Rose, White or Yellow. Flowers in Spring, Summer or Fall. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Brown or Mostly Green Follicle, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall. Wildlife use it.
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot and Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and Scales, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Irritant and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Mediterranean Fire Resistance: Favorable
Laurus nobilis (Sweet Bay)
Additional Names: Grecian Laurel, Sweet Bay, Bay Laruel, Bay Leaf
Habit: Compact and Erect with a Low Canopy. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 5 - 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone and Medium in Moderate Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged or Topiary
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Gray Green or Dark Green.
Flowers: Green, White or Yellow. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female. Fruit: Black or Purple Berry, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Psyllid and Scales, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense to Very Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Mediterranean Region Fire Resistance: Favorable
Prunus avium (Fruiting Cherry)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 2, 6 - 7 and 14 - 15 Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: Less than 50 years Leaves: Oblong to Ovate Dark Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink or White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Prolific, Black, Purple, Red or Yellow Drupe, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Spring or Summer. Edible.
Bark: Dark Brown or Red Brown, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Caterpillars, Scales and Spider Mites, Brown Rot, Crown Rot, Gummosis, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Rust, Sooty Mold, Verticillium and Virus
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Mediterranean Region Fire Resistance: Favorable
Crataegus laevigata (English Hawthorn)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy.Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Rounded
Sunset Zones: 1 - 12 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Pleached
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate to Shallowly Lobed Medium Green. Red, Gold, Orange or Multicolored in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Pink. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Few, Red Pome, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall.
Bark: Dark Brown, Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and Beetle Borers, Fire Blight, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Rust and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Ailanthus altissima (Tree of Heaven)
Additional Names: Tree-Of-Heaven, Tree Of Heaven
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 2 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good to Moderate Inland and Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width: 50 feet
Growth Rate: Over 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Less than 50 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Medium Green. Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Yellow. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female. Fruit: Prolific, Red or Yellow Winged Seed, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.
Bark: Light Green or Light Gray, Scaly or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Root Rot and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Irritant Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: China Fire Resistance:
Quercus rubra (Red Oak)
Additional Names: Red Oak, Northern Red Oak
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 1 - 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Elliptic and Lobed Medium to Dark Green. Bronze, Red, Orange or Multicolored in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Acorn, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Dark Gray or Red Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids, Caterpillars and Insect Galls, Anthracnose, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Rust
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Eastern North America Fire Resistance:
Juglans hindsii (Black Walnut)
Additional Names: California Black Walnut, Northern California Walnut
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Rounded
Sunset Zones: 5 - 9 and 14 - 20 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 30 - 60 feet Canopy Width: 30 - 60 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Medium to Dark Green. Gold in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious) Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Mostly Green Nut in Fleshy Husk, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall. Edible
Bark: Dark Brown or Dark Gray, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and Caterpillars, Mistletoe, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Northern California Fire Resistance:
Pyrus pyrifolia (Asian Pair)
Additional Names: Asian Pear, Japanese Sand Pear, Sand Pear, Chinese Pear
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 1 - 9 and 14 - 21 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oblong to Ovate Glossy Medium Green. Red, Gold, Purple or Multicolored in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Brown, Yellow or Mostly Green Pome, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Blocky or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids and White Fly, Fire Blight and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: China Fire Resistance:
Punica granatum (Pomegranate)
Additional Names:
Habit: Compact and Erect or SpreadingHas Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 5 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland to Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 20 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Espalier or Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oblong Glossy Light to Medium Green. Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Orange, Pink or Red. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Red Berry, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches)
Bark: Dark Gray, Furrowed or Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot. Susceptible to Plant Bug and White Fly, Chlorosis and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Dense in Leaf and Moderately Dense out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Iran to the Himalayas Fire Resistance: Favorable
PODOCURPUS MACROPHYLLUS (Yew Pine)
Additional Names: Yew Pine, Yew Plum Pine, Yew Podocarpus
Habit: Erect with a High Canopy. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 4 - 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Exposure: Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Specimen, Shade Tree, Street Tree or Screen, Espalier, Hedged or Topiary
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate to Linear Medium Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Yellow. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female. Fruit: Purple Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall. Edible.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Exfoliating or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Mites and Scales, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Southern China and Japan Fire Resistance:
Acer saccharinum (Silver Maple)
Additional Names: Silver Maple, Silver Leaf Maple, Soft Maple, Water Maple
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 1 - 9, 12, and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 40 - 100 feet Canopy Width: 50 feet
Growth Rate: Over 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Palmate Light Green. Red, Gold, Orange or Multicolored in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous, Green or Yellow. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Beige or Brown Winged Seed, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Light Gray or Red Brown, Exfoliating Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers and Scales, Branch Blight, Oak Root Rot, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Weak to Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit, Twigs and Bark Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: Eastern North America Fire Resistance:
Osmanthus americanus (Devilwood)
Additional Names: Devilwood, Wild Olive, American Olive
Habit: Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Vase
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet but Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Acidic
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Buffer Strip or Screen, Hedged
Longevity: Leaves: Green. No Change in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Persistent, Blue
Bark: Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: North America Fire Resistance:
Grevillea robusta (Silk Oak Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 - 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Even with Lanceolate Leaflets Medium to Light Green.
Flowers: Showy, Orange or Yellow. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Brown Podlike with Winged Follicles, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.
Bark: Dark Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Scales, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit, Leaves and Twigs Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: the Eastern coast of Australia Fire Resistance:
Quercus lobata (Valley Oak)
Additional Names: Valley Oak, California White Oak
Habit: Erect, Spreading or Weeping and covers an Extensive Area. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 3 - 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate Inland Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 50 - 70 feet Canopy Width: 50 feet
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Obovate and Lobed Medium to Dark Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Prolific, Brown Acorn, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Dark Brown, Light Gray or Light Green, Blocky or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Caterpillars, Insect Galls and Scales, Crown Rot, Mistletoe and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium to Medium Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: California Fire Resistance: Favorable
Calocedrus decurrens (Incense Cedar)
Additional Names: Libocedrus decurrens
Habit: Erect and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 2 - 12 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 70 - 90 feet Canopy Width: 10 - 15 feet
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Scalelike Medium to Light Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown or Red Cone, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall.
Bark: Red Brown, Fibrous or Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Juniper Scale and Western Cedar Bark Beetle, Mistletoe, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Red Ring Rot, Schweinitzii Butt Rot, Pitted Sap Rot, Oak Root Rot, Incense-cedar Rust and Rust
Shading Capacity: Rated as Very Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Irritant Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Western North America Fire Resistance: Favorable
Diospyros kaki (Japanese Persimmon)
Additional Names: Japanese Persimmon, Kaki Persimmon, Oriental Persimmon, Sharon Fruit
Habit: ErectHas Deciduous foliage. Shape: Rounded
Sunset Zones: 6 - 9, 14 - 16 and 18 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Acidic to Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Specimen or Container
Longevity: Leaves: Green. Red, Gold or Orange in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous, White. Flowers in Spring. Fruit: Orange Edible.
Bark: Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Fruit and Leaves Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: China Fire Resistance:
Fraxinus holotricha (Moraine Ash)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 4 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Medium to Light Green. Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female. Fruit: Yellow or Mostly Green Winged Seed, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.
Bark: Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Scales and White Fly, Oak Root Rot, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderately Low out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance: Favorable
SOPHORIA JAPONICA (Japanese Pagoda Tree)
Additional Names: Styphnolobium japonicum
Habit: Spreading with a High Canopy, Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Rounded, Umbrella or Vase
Sunset Zones: 2 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate Inland and on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd with Ovate to Lanceolate Leaflets Dark Green. Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Mostly Green Pod, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall.
Bark: Dark Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Spider Mites, Canker
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderately Dense out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit and Twigs Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: Eastern Asia Fire Resistance:
Salix babylonica (Weeping Willow)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect, Spreading or Weeping with a High Canopy.Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 1 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian
Longevity: Less than 50 years Leaves: Lanceolate to Linear Medium Green. Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female. Fruit: Brown Capsule, Very Small (Under 0.25 inches), , fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Dark Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Caterpillars and Spider Mites, Anthracnose, Branch Blight, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Rust and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Moderately Dense out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit and Twigs Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: China Fire Resistance:
Ulmus pumila (Siberian Elm)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect, Spreading or Weeping and covers an Extensive Area. Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 1 - 11 and 14 - 21 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Ovate Dark Green. Bronze or Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Winter. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown or Mostly Green Winged Seed, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Spring.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers, Beetle Leaves and Scales, Dutch Elm Disease, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Sooty Mold and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: China and Siberia Fire Resistance: Favorable
YUCCA GLORIOSA (Spannish Dagger Yucca)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect, Has Evergreen foliage Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 7 - 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Dry Soil
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 20 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate Medium Green
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Black Capsule, , fruiting in Fall
Bark: Dark Brown or Light Green, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot. Susceptible to Caterpillars
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Southeastern United States Fire Resistance:
Calocedrus Decurrens (Insence Cedar)
Additional Names:
Habit: Shape:
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Water Needs:
Soil Type: Soil pH:
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Landscape Use:
Longevity: Leaves:
Flowers: Fruit:
Bark: Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential:
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Cupressus sempervirens (Italian Cypress)
Additional Names: Cupressus sempervirens var. stricta, Italian Cypress, Funeral Cypress, Mediterranean Cypress
Habit: Erect , as Evergreen foliage. Shape: Columnar
Sunset Zones: 4 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Scalelike Dark Green
Flowers: Inconspicuous Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Cone, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall. Wildlife use it.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Texas Root Rot. Susceptible to Spider Mites, Gummosis, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Southern Europe and Western Asia Fire Resistance: Unfavorable
Acacia melanoxylon (Blackwood Acacia)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy, Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 13 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 40 - 80 feet Canopy Width: 20 - 40 feet
Growth Rate: 36 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Pollarding.
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Oblanceolate Gray Green or Dark Green.
Flowers: Showy, Cream or White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Brown or Purple Pod, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Winter or Summer.
Bark: Black or Dark Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Beetle Borers and Thrip, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Weak
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as High
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Acacia (Acacia)

The Acacia's distinctive leaves make the tree highly distinguishable. While there are more than 800 species of the Acacia trees around the world, most feature small, finely divided green leaflets that give the stalk a fernlike appearance. Meanwhile, in other species, which grow in the desert and see very little rain, leaves are absent all together. Instead, the stalks perform the functions of leaves and can appear as sharp spines or large thorns.Another distinguishing appearance of the Acacia tree is its blossoms. The small, fragrant flowers are: Pea-shaped, Arranged in compact cylindrical clusters, Yellow in color, though some species produce white blooms, Fuzzy with multiple stamens per flower, Positioned on the edge of airy branches
Additional Names:
Habit: Shape:
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Water Needs:
Soil Type: Soil pH:
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Landscape Use:
Longevity: Leaves:
Flowers: Fruit:
Bark: Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential:
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Quercus virginiana (Southern Live Oak)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a High Canopy.Has Evergreen to Partly Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 4 - 10 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland and Good to Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good to Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Ovate Glossy Dark Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Acorn, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Black or Dark Brown, Blocky, Furrowed or Scaly Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Insect Galls, Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Southern United States Fire Resistance:
Cedrus atlantica (Atlas Cedar)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 3b - 10 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 65 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Needle Blue Green or Gray Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Cone, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark: Dark Brown or Dark Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Phytophthora, Root Rotand Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: the Atlas Mountains of Algeria and Morocco Fire Resistance: Unfavorable
Prunus caroliniana (Carolina Cherry)
Additional Names: Carolina Laurel Cherry, Cherry Laurel
Habit: Compact and Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 5 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged or Topiary
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Lanceolate to Oblong Glossy Medium Green.
Flowers: Showy, White. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Black Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Winter, Spring or Summer.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Scales, Branch Blight, Root Rot, Rust and Verticillium
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers and Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Southeastern United States Fire Resistance: Favorable
Illex aquifolium (English Holly)
Additional Names: English Holly, European Holly, Common Holly
Habit: Compact and Erect with a Low Canopy. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical, Oval or Rounded
Sunset Zones: 4 - 9 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Ovate Glossy Dark Green or White.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female. Fruit: Prolific, Red Drupe, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter. Wildlife use it.
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus and Verticillium. Susceptible to Leaf Miner, Mealy Bugs and Scales, Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Southern and Central Europe and Great Britain. Cal-IPC (California Invasive Plant Council) classifies the invasiveness of this plant as moderate. Fire Resistance:
Casuarina equisetifolia (Horsetail Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical or Oval
Sunset Zones: 8, 9 and 12 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Good Inland and on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Good in Moderate Zone
Height: 40 - 65 feet Canopy Width: 20 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Needle Gray Green or Dark Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Fall. Fruit: Brown or Red Cone, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Spring.
Bark: Dark Brown, Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Oak Root Rot, Phytophthora and Root Rot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Australia, Burma, Malesia, and French Polynesia Fire Resistance:
Persea americana (Avocado Tree)
Additional Names:
Habit: Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Oval
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones: 10 - 11
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Well Drained Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Acidic to Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: 50 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 or More Inches per Season Landscape Use: Specimen or Shade Tree
Longevity: Leaves: Green. No Change in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Green. Flowers in Spring or Winter. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Persistent, Green or Purple Edible.
Bark: Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Mites and Scales, Root Rot and Leaf Spot
Shading Capacity: Rated as Low to Moderately Low in Leaf Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Fruit and Leaves Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Central Mexico Fire Resistance:
Populus (Poplar)

A staple in the Northern Hemisphere, the deciduous Poplar tree can grow to heights exceeding 150 feet. Most Poplars range between 50 and 165 feet and feature large, sturdy trunks that measure up to eight feet in diameter.
Additional Names:
Habit: Shape:
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Water Needs:
Soil Type: Soil pH:
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Landscape Use:
Longevity: Leaves: Poplar leaves range in size and shape, though most are oval to heart-shaped and have fine teeth along the edges. The leaves are green in the spring and summer, but turn yellow and gold in the fall.
Flowers: The trees have both male and female flowers which bloom in the spring before the leaves appear. The pretty yellow blossoms grow in clusters and hang from the branches. Fruit: Like the flowers, the Poplar fruit appears before the leaves are fully grown. The fruits are small, thick-skinned capsules that feature four valves. Each green to reddish-brown capsule contains dozens of tiny seeds covered with silky white hairs. The fine
Bark: The bark of Poplars is smooth and soft and range in color from white to dark grey. As the tree matures, the bark becomes rough and uneven; it can also become cracked and wrinkled depending on weather conditions. Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential:
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
Arbutus menziesii (Madrone)
Additional Names: Madrone, Madrona
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 4 - 7 and 14 - 19 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay or Loam Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Neutral
Salinity Tolerance: Moderate on Coast Seaside Tolerance: Medium in Mild Zone
Height: 50 - 65 feet Canopy Width: 50 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Elliptic Glossy Medium to Dark Green.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Pink or White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Prolific, Orange or Red Berry, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall, Winter or Summer.
Bark: Striking Red Brown, Exfoliating, Scaly or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Caterpillars, Scales and Thrip, Needle Cast, Sudden Oak Death, Anthracnose, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Hardwood Trunk Rot, Red Fomes Rot, Pitted Sap Rot, Oak Root Rot and Rust
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit and Bark Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Western North America Fire Resistance: Favorable
Aesculus californica (California Buckeye)
Additional Names: Hippocastanatum californica, California Buckeye, California Horse-Chestnut
Habit: Spreading with a Low Canopy.Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 3 - 10 and 14 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 7 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 10 - 25 feet Canopy Width: 20 - 30 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Palmately Compound Gray Green or Light Green. No Change in Fall.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Prolific, Brown Capsule, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer.
Bark: Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Thrip, Phytophthora ramorum Sudden Oak Death and Powdery Mildew
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf and Low out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Flowers, Dry Fruit and Leaves Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy and Poisonous Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Central California Fire Resistance: Favorable
Pseudotsuga menziesii (Douglas Fir)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect and covers an Extensive Area. Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Conical
Sunset Zones: 1 - 10 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones: 5 - 7
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 80 - 160 feet Canopy Width: 20 - 30 feet
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Needle Blue Green or Dark Green.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious). Fruit: Brown Cone, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Winter or Summer.
Bark: Red Brown, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Resistant to Oak Root Fungus. Susceptible to Beetle Borers, Western Spruce Budworm, Douglas Fir Beetle, Black Pineleaf Scale, Spruce Spider Mite and Douglas-fir Tussock Moth, Sudden Oak Death, Phytophthora, Root Rot, Oak Root Rot, Laminated Root Rot, Red R
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate to Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Strong
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Moderate
Native To: Western North America Fire Resistance: Unfavorable
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Cheesewood)
Additional Names: Japanese Cheesewood, Japanese Pittosporum
Habit: Compact and Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy.Has Evergreen foliage. Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 8 - 24 Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 25 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen, Hedged
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Obovate Glossy Gray Green, Dark Green or White.
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant, Cream or White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Prolific, Brown or Mostly Green Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall.
Bark: Light Green or Light Gray, Smooth Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids and Scales, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Dense in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Dry Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: Low
Native To: Japan Fire Resistance: Favorable
Salix scouleriana (Wild Willow)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading with a Low Canopy.Has Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella
Sunset Zones: 1 - 6 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Wet to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Neutral
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Not Suited
Height: 35 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 to 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Riparian or Screen
Longevity: Less than 60 years Leaves: Oblanceolate Medium Green. Gold in Fall.
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female. Fruit: Gray Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Spring or Summer.
Bark: Dark Brown or Dark Gray, Ridged or Smooth Pest & Disease: Resistant to Verticillium. Susceptible to Aphids, Branch Blight, Rust and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf. Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Weak
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Allergy Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Western North America Fire Resistance:
Psidium guajava (Guava)
Additional Names: Apple Guava, Guava
Habit: Compact and Erect or Spreading. Has Evergreen to Partly Deciduous foliage. Shape: Oval, Rounded or Vase
Sunset Zones: 23 - 24 Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil. Drought tolerant.
Soil Type: Loam or Sand Soil pH: Neutral to Slightly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in South Coast
Height: 20 feet Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Season Landscape Use: Screen
Longevity: 50 to 150 years Leaves: Elliptic to Oblong Medium Green.
Flowers: Showy, White Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower). Fruit: Prolific, Yellow Berry, Large (1.50 - 3.00 inches) Edible.
Bark: Dark Gray, Light Gray, Green, Light Green or Red Brown, Scaly or Smooth Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
Litter Issue: Wet Fruit Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
Health Hazard: None Known Biogenic Emissions: High
Native To: Mexico, Central America, and South America Fire Resistance:
Fraxinus americana (Autumn Purple Ash)
Additional Names:
Habit: Erect or Spreading and covers an Extensive Area, Has Deciduous foliage Shape: Oval
Sunset Zones: 1 - 11 and 14 - 17 Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade Water Needs: Moist to Dry Soil
Soil Type: Clay, Loam or Sand Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Highly Alkaline
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
Height: 80 feet Canopy Width: 50 feet
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Season Landscape Use:
Longevity: Greater than 150 years Leaves: Pinnately Compound Odd Dark Green. Purple in Fall
Flowers: Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has either male or female flowers (dioecious). Trees may be sold as male or female Fruit: Fruitless
Bark: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Scales and White Fly, Anthracnose and Sooty Mold
Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderately Dense in Leaf and Moderate out of Leaf Branch Strength: Rated as Medium Strong
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential: Rated as Moderate
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance:
(Palm)
Additional Names:
Habit: Shape:
Sunset Zones: Hardiness Zones:
Exposure: Water Needs:
Soil Type: Soil pH:
Salinity Tolerance: Seaside Tolerance:
Height: Canopy Width:
Growth Rate: Landscape Use:
Longevity: Leaves:
Flowers: Fruit:
Bark: Pest & Disease:
Shading Capacity: Branch Strength:
Litter Issue: Root Damage Potential:
Health Hazard: Biogenic Emissions:
Native To: Fire Resistance: