Our Tree Selection List

Large Trees (60-100 feet)

  • Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera)

    60-90 feet at maturity

    Fast annual growth rate

    Brilliant, uniform golden yellow in Autumn

    Produces distinct yellow-green tulip-shaped flowers in late spring; requires plenty of space to reach its full height

    Best used as a large-scale shade tree or focal point in open areas

  • Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

    50–60 feet tall at maturity (can be larger)

    Fast growth (often 1–2 feet per year)

    Bright red/orange/yellow leaves in Autumn

    Thrives in wide range of soils but can be messy (seed and samaras)

    Shallow roots may conflict with small lawns/sidewalks

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  • Swamp White Oak (Quercus bicolor)

    60–75 feet tall at maturity

    Moderate growth rate per year

    Golden-brown to russet or yellow-brown leaves in Autumn

    Excellent large shade tree for big yards or parks.

    Tolerates moist soils and some road salt

    Slow to establish acorn crops; very long-lived

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Medium Trees (30-50 feet)

  • River Birch (Betula nigra)

    40–50 feet at maturity

    Fast annual growth rate

    Glossy green leaves; yellow fall color

    Exfoliating cinnamon-to-salmon bark provides strong winter interest

    Highly tolerant of wet soils and flooding; adaptable to urban conditions

    Wildlife value (seed catkins for birds; host plant for native insects)

  • Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea)

    30–50 feet at maturity

    Moderate annual growth rate

    Soft yellow leaves in Autumn

    Attractive spring white blossoms

    Best in well-drained soil; avoid extreme drought

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  • Ohio Buckeye (Aesculus glabra)

    30–50 feet at maturity

    Moderate annual growth rate

    Palmately compound leaves; yellow to orange fall color (often brief)

    Spring panicles of yellow-green flowers

    Early leaf drop in late summer during drought or heat

    Large nuts (buckeyes) valued by squirrels and other wildlife; toxic to livestock and pets

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Small Trees (15-30 feet)

  • American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana)

    20–35 feet at maturity

    Slow annual growth rate

    Orange–red leaves in Autumn

    Excellent for small yards or shady spots

    Multi-stem interest and striking fluted bark

    Slow to establish; less shade than large trees

  • Serviceberry (Amelanchier sp.)

    15-25 feet at maturity

    Moderate annual growth rate

    Showy white spring flowers; orange to brilliant red leaves in Autumn

    Excellent multi-season specimen for smaller yards or understory planting

    High-value fruit for songbirds; early-season nectar for pollinators