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Live Oak
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Evergreen
Grow up to 24" per year
Up to 70'
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Live Oak (Quercus virginiana), also known as Southern Live Oak, is an iconic, evergreen oak tree admired for its sprawling, majestic form and resilience in a variety of landscapes. Native to the southeastern United States, this tree features dark, glossy green leaves that are oblong and leathery, remaining on the tree year-round. Its branches spread wide and low, often creating a canopy much wider than the tree’s height, which can reach 40 to 80 feet tall and spread up to 100 feet or more. The gnarled, sprawling limbs of the Live Oak make it especially striking, creating a dramatic, ancient appearance in mature trees.
Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, Live Oak prefers full sun and can adapt to various well-draining soil types, including sandy, clay, and loamy soils. Known for its durability, this tree is highly tolerant of drought, salt, and even occasional flooding, making it suitable for both coastal and inland landscapes. Once established, Live Oak requires minimal watering, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance or xeriscape gardens in warmer climates.
Low-maintenance and long-lived, Live Oaks require little pruning except to remove dead or crossing branches. Their dense, spreading canopy makes them popular shade trees in parks, large residential landscapes, and historical sites. The tree also supports an array of wildlife, providing habitat and food for various species, including birds and squirrels. With their timeless appeal, dense canopy, and robust adaptability, Live Oaks bring beauty, shade, and ecological value to the landscape, becoming a cherished feature for generations.
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White Oak
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Deciduous (loose leaves in winter)
Grown up to 12" per year
Up to 70'
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White Oak (Quercus alba) is a majestic, long-lived deciduous tree known for its stately form, broad canopy, and vibrant fall color. Native to eastern North America, White Oak is celebrated for its strong wood, attractive bark, and adaptability to a range of environments. It typically has large, deeply lobed leaves that emerge a light green in spring, mature to a dark blue-green in summer, and turn stunning shades of red, bronze, and burgundy in the fall. The tree’s bark is a light, ashy gray with a slightly scaly texture, adding a distinguished look year-round.
White Oaks can reach heights of 60 to 80 feet with a similar spread, forming a rounded, dense canopy that provides ample shade. They thrive in USDA zones 3-9 and prefer full sun, performing best in well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soils. White Oaks are moderately tolerant of drought once established and can adapt to various soil types, though they are best suited to loamy or sandy soils in natural woodland or open landscapes.
With minimal maintenance needs, White Oaks are generally pest- and disease-resistant, though young trees benefit from mulching and occasional watering during dry periods. They require little pruning beyond removing dead or damaged wood. White Oaks produce acorns that serve as a valuable food source for wildlife, including squirrels, deer, and birds, enhancing biodiversity in the landscape. With its iconic presence, seasonal beauty, and ecological value, the White Oak is a timeless choice for large properties, parks, and rural landscapes, bringing structure, shade, and natural beauty to the environment for centuries.
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Olive Tree
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Evergreen
Slow growth rate
Up to 25'
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Olive Tree (Olea europaea) is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region, renowned for its silvery-green foliage, gnarled trunk, and edible fruit. Cultivated for thousands of years, Olive trees are highly valued for their olives and olive oil, as well as their ornamental beauty in landscapes. The tree’s narrow, elongated leaves are dark green on top and silvery-gray underneath, creating a distinctive, shimmering appearance. Olive trees bloom in late spring, producing small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers that give way to green fruits, which ripen to a purplish-black or dark green in late summer or early fall.
Typically growing 20 to 30 feet tall and wide, Olive trees have a slow to moderate growth rate and can live for centuries, with many specimens displaying their signature twisting, gnarled trunks as they age. They thrive in USDA zones 8-11, preferring full sun and well-draining soil with a slightly alkaline pH. Olive trees are drought-tolerant once established and can withstand hot, dry climates as well as coastal conditions, making them ideal for Mediterranean and arid landscapes. While they are frost-sensitive, certain cold-hardy varieties can withstand brief dips in temperature, allowing them to grow in slightly cooler regions.
Low-maintenance and relatively pest-resistant, Olive trees require minimal pruning, typically in late winter to early spring, to shape or control size. They are often used as specimen trees, in groves, or in pots, bringing a classic, Mediterranean aesthetic to gardens, courtyards, and patios. With their elegant foliage, historical significance, and adaptability, Olive trees add both functional and ornamental value, creating a timeless look in landscapes that recalls the warmth and heritage of the Mediterranean.
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Crepe Myrtle
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Deciduous (loses leaves in winter)
Up to 20'
Grow to 24" per year
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Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia spp.) is a beloved deciduous tree or large shrub known for its long-lasting, vibrant blooms, attractive bark, and minimal maintenance needs. Native to Asia, Crepe Myrtles are popular in warm climates for their showy clusters of flowers that bloom from late spring through early fall. Flowers appear in shades of pink, red, purple, white, and lavender, adding vivid color to landscapes over an extended season. The tree’s distinctive, smooth, mottled bark sheds in thin layers, revealing a handsome, polished look that adds interest even in winter.
Crepe Myrtles vary greatly in size, from dwarf varieties as small as 3-5 feet tall to large trees reaching 20-30 feet, depending on the species and cultivar. They thrive in USDA zones 6-10 and prefer full sun, which promotes the best bloom production and helps prevent powdery mildew. Crepe Myrtles are adaptable to various well-draining soil types, including sandy, clay, and loamy soils, and are drought-tolerant once established, making them ideal for low-water gardens.
Low-maintenance and resilient, Crepe Myrtles require only occasional pruning to remove any deadwood or to shape the tree. Pruning in late winter encourages new growth and enhances flowering. These trees are often used as ornamental focal points, in rows along driveways, or as flowering hedges in both formal and informal gardens.
With their vibrant blooms, attractive bark, and adaptability, Crepe Myrtles are a favorite for adding year-round beauty and interest to landscapes, especially in Southern gardens.
