The Strength and Beauty of Diverse Trees

White Oak Tree

White Oak Tree - Quercus Alba The White Oak Tree is a majestic and long-lived deciduous type native to eastern North America. It is known for its iconic rounded crown, deeply lobed leaves, and valuable wood used in furniture and construction. White Oak Trees Provide Food And Shelter For Wildlife Growing it on your property can be an excellent way to branch out and tend to new types of plants. One such option that you consider is this. They are a distinctly recognizable species many hold in high regard. Let's examine why this plant is so revered and why you might wish to make space for it in your yard. White Oak Tree Is a Major Source of Food for Nearby Critters This acorn is said to be the most palatable in their species, making them especially appealing to local wildlife looking for a snack. Its low-hanging branches offer food for wildlife like deer, while those higher up, like birds, often spend time in its branches to catch insects. These magnificent plants support a whole ecosystem, attracting various critters that will benefit other areas of your property. They Offer Shelter for Local Wildlife Beyond just food, these towering spectacles offer shelter in the form of cavities that form in it, often housing smaller rodents or flying creatures. If you're a fan of either, you're sure to enjoy seeing families of animals call your great and mighty addition their new home. Some areas of your property might need something much more significant to fill the space, and these are an excellent and welcome addition. Over time, they can grow to 80 or even 100 feet tall, towering over your property. Who knows? You may even want to plant multiple ones throughout your property and create a pathway of these awe-inspiring monoliths. They Tend To Benefit Their Surroundings White Oak Trees have many uses, including reducing soil erosion with robust root systems and providing shade for other plants that need it. Unlike other types, this species is said to be more resistant to rot, meaning it may encounter fewer issues regardless of whether you're transplanting it or growing it from a sapling.

Red Maple Tree

Red Maple Tree: Acer Rubrum The red maple tree has vibrant foliage in autumn and can grow in hardness zones 3-9. These can tolerate full sun or filtered shade areas in landscaping. The height reaches forty to ninety feet, and its width is 30-40 feet. This is the right choice if you want to add beauty and color to your landscape. It's easy to thrive where you plant it and is a top choice for homeowners wanting a low-maintenance type. Perfectly named, they have something scarlet year-round. It is great for providing shade in the summer with vibrant green leaves, then turning colors in late Autumn. During the spring, the twigs are bright to dark scarlet. Scarlet buds develop on the limbs for next year's growth, which can be seen during winter.  Red Maple Trees Aesthetic Appearance and Usage The height of their beauty comes during autumn when the leaves turn a beautiful, brilliant scarlet with some yellow and deep burgundy. The fruit of it, known as samaras, grows in clusters and ripens between late May and early June. If you are looking to bring wildlife to your landscape, samaras are known to attract squirrels and other rodents. They do produce very small quantities of sugar. Unlike other maples, the seeds of them ripens in late spring rather than in the fall. Characteristics Of The Red Maple Tree The trunk of them is greyish brown with scarlet limbs. It's unique in appearance and a highly sought-after shade type family favorite. As it reaches maturity, the bark becomes thicker and scaly. It is a hardy and resilient type and one of our best sellers at TN Nursery for good reason. It's beautiful and provides shade in warm months and beauty in colder seasons. It Is Fast-growing and disease-resistant Growing extremely fast, the deciduous red maple tree grows up to 2 feet yearly in good soil. They thrive in moist or dry soil without irrigation. It is not susceptible to blight or disease like other species. Being a native variety, it does not require a lot of maintenance to thrive anywhere you plant it. Drought Tolerant and Attracts Wildlife They are drought tolerant, retain moisture in their structure and root system, and can live for many weeks without water. Its year-round beauty and fast growth make it a favorite among many landscapers. It does well in drought and attracts wildlife, which is a plus for many sightseers who may visit the landscape. it  is one of the first to bud out and produce foliage, which is great if you do not want your landscape to look bare in the early spring. TN Nursery sells over 50,000 of these per year. It's uncommonly known as an all-around best-selling and has been for over half a century.

Tulip Poplar Tree

Tulip Poplar Tree: Liriodendron Tulipifera The Tulip Poplar is a fast-growing, robust tree that will grow tall and have beautiful green leaves and fragrant tulip-shaped flowers. A standout for its ease of maintenance and visual interest, this would be an excellent addition to any large property.  They are easy to plant and a great choice even for novice gardeners. These grow best in well-drained soil and in a location with maximum sunlight. To plant this place the root ball in a hole twice as deep, plant it, and fill it in with fertile soil. Fill in deeply for roots. Tulip Poplar Tree Is Easy To Maintain The simple, low-maintenance type requires little maintenance after planting except for watering in prolonged dry spells and some pruning to form the canopy. The flowers are bright greenish-yellow with orange centers in late spring and early summer. Tulip Poplar Trees are fast Growing  They have tulip-like blooms that draw in pollinators and add a pop of elegance to your landscape. Its large, glossy green leaves go golden yellow in the fall, providing a stunning season-end effect. They can last over 100 years if kept properly. They spread quickly, often reaching 60 to 90 feet, and have a lifespan that will make them a lifelong fixture in your landscape. Their flowers generally bloom for a few weeks each spring, and their beautiful foliage lasts through the fall before being shed for wintering. TN Nursery Offers Stunning Native Plants TN Nursery are healthy, tender plants that can take root easily in your garden. Their versatility and beautiful season changes make them an all-time favorite in any outdoor room.

Black Walnut Tree

Black Walnut Tree The black walnut tree is very popular because of its beautiful deep-brown to black bark and its vigorous growth habit. As it matures, it forms a round crown of branches and leaves as wide as a tall tree. Black Walnut is a Towering Hardwood Tree that Lives For Centuries This tree is well-suited to shading large landscapes alone or in stands. It will grow to approximately 50 to 75 feet high when fully grown, but very old trees have been known to reach 150 feet in height. Its drip line will spread 50 to 75 feet wide. Black walnut trees require full sunlight and are intolerant of shade. Juglans Nigra prefers well-drained, neutral soil. Consider planting stands of these trees to promote pollination and increase nut production. Tree Info  Juglans Nigra Zone - 4-9  Mature Height: 50-75 ft.  Mature Width: 50-75 ft. Growth/Year: 3-4 ft.  Sunlight: Full Sun Soil Conditions: Well-drained, neutral soils. Wildlife Loves This Towering Beauty For Its Edible Nuts The black walnut tree drops large, green husks containing black walnuts in October after its leaves have fallen. The nuts attract wildlife such as squirrels, foxes, and woodpeckers, which makes it an ideal tree for your family of birdwatchers. Planting a Black Walnut Tree - Juglans Nigra will provide sustainable harvests of nuts in the future In addition to being a great shade tree, it has many practical uses. Its nuts can be harvested. The tangy, unique flavor of the nut is more pronounced than that of the English walnut, which contains twice the protein and stands out in chocolate confections. The oil is a valuable gourmet condiment for those who love to cook. The shells can be used to make rich, brown organic dyes for cloth and wool. Older trees can be tapped for their sweet sap. Because of all its uses, this is an excellent tree for the homesteader.  Juglans Nigra creates a swath of shade It is important to find the right companion plants for black walnut trees. This tree does discourage the growth of some plants beneath its drip line. Perfect Companion Plants  Trilliums, hosta, cinnamon ferns, Spanish bluebells, and bellflowers will thrive beneath its shade. Black walnut trees are known for their longevity: The oldest Juglans Nigra on earth is 300 years old.

Sweet Gum Tree

Sweet Gum Tree - Liquidambar The Sweet Gum tree is a tall deciduous type native to North America. It is known for its distinctive star-shaped leaves, spiky brown seed balls, and vibrant fall foliage. One of the standout benefits of using them in landscaping is their striking visual appeal. Known as Liquidambar styraciflua and American sweetgum, is considered a precious forest grower. Its star-shaped, five-pointed leaves can occasionally confuse it for a maple. In the summer, these will grow smooth and shiny leaves with a rich, satisfying green color. It's in autumn that it shines, though. Their leaves can turn into various colors, including dark purple, yellow, and red. Once again, comparable to maples, they appear almost on fire as they go out in a blaze of glory. It's something to behold and will quickly become your favorite fall beauty. The Flowers and Fruit Of Sweet Gum Tree Flowers first appear in spring and typically hang in there until at least fall. Depending on their gender, you may see yellowish-green drooping flowers or reddish-green upright flowers. Either way, the staminate flowers can grow up to three inches long. Over time, the ovaries of the its flowers will harden and become fruit. The Seeds Of Sweet Gum Tree The fruit is dry and complex, and each one-inch contains 40-60 capsules. Inside these capsules are tiny seeds. Once they fall to the ground, these seeds are commonly referred to as burr balls. Most of these seeds won't come to fruition, but they provide an excellent food source for squirrels, birds, and chipmunks. Sweet Gum Trees offer excellent shade and should be planted away from foot traffic. Their long and distinguished history dates back to at least 1517, and they can live for up to 400 years. As they grow, they'll develop deeply ridged bark, sometimes called alligatorwood. Additionally, the branches will become gray, dark brown, or reddish-brown. If you're fond of stepping on fallen leaves, you'll be treated to a camphor-like fragrance. Combining this with it's breathtaking autumn appearance, you'll get a deciduous sapling that can become part of your overall legacy. After all, with its long lifecycle, it can outlive you and several subsequent generations.