AMERICAN ELM: Ulmus americana  One of the grandest of American trees, the vase shape, and bright yellow fall colors make this a distinctive landmark tree. This most dignified tree was nearly wiped out by the Dutch Elm disease. This new resistant strain will grow anywhere in the U.S. with adequate water.                 

BLUE SPRUCE: Picea pungens  One of America's favorite evergreens, this tree has sweet smelling, prickly blue-green needles. It has a broad spread and grows to about 120'. Though indigenous to the West, it adapts well to all climates anywhere that evening temperatures dip below 50° several months per year.                                                                     

GIANT SEQUOIA: Sequoiadendron giganteum   The noblest of a noble race, this tree is the largest and oldest of the world’s fauna and nearly the largest and oldest living being. Many living trees are 1200 to 2000 years old and 4000 year old stumps have been found. Normally will grow 300’ high and 15’ diameter. Will grow in most of the U.S.A. and makes an excellent Bonsai.                                                                                     

FLOWERING CATALPA: Catalpa speciosa  "The Earth laughs in Flowers" and this large, picturesque ornamental with large heart shaped leaves has beautiful clusters of white to purple flowers and long bean-like seed pods. It is an easy and undemanding tree and will grow 30’ to 50’ tall almost anywhere in the U.S. .                          

DAWN REDWOOD: Metasequoia glyptostroboides  First called a "fossil tree" because it was believed extinct, this fast growing tree is now a favorite ornamental. A deciduous conifer, it has a full pyramidal shape, grows to 120' high and turns a bright copper color in the fall. Will grow throughout the U.S. with adequate water.                                                 

DOUGLAS FIR: Pseudotsuga taxifolia glauca  Growing to 330' tall, the Douglas Fir is one of the largest trees. The Fir was the first Christmas tree because its great height was thought to bring clear vision in the face of the New Year. With dark blue-green needles and a broad, full shape, this tree will grow in all the U.S. except the Deep South coasts.           

PONDEROSA PINE: Pinus Ponderosa  Definer of the "Great Timber" region of the West, this long-needled, majestic tree can grow to 230'. Its cones are favorite Christmas decorations. Will grow anywhere is the U.S. with full sun and well-drained soil.   

RED MAPLE: Acer rubrum  "The Tree of Calm" according to the ancients, except in the autumn when its bright yellow, orange, and red leaves create a spectacular display. The far-reaching rounded crown provides superb shade and excellent ornamentation. Will grow everywhere in the U.S. with adequate water.