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OReGON STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION SERVICE Contents How to use this guide 1 Trees in the home landscape 2 Tree selection—the right tree in the right place 2 Buying trees 3 For more information 4

Part I: Tree lists Trees for sites with partial sun DATE. 7 Trees with moderate drought tolerance 10 Trees with good drought tolerance OF 14 Short trees (up to 35' mature height) 17 Trees with narrow spread (up to 30') 20 Trees for spring flowers OUT 25 Trees for summer flowers 27 Trees for fall color IS 28 Trees that create shade 32 Deer-resistant trees 34 Trees that attract wildlife 36 Trees resistant to armillaria root rot 37 Trees resistant to verticillium wilt information: 38

Part II: Tree descriptions Evergreen and deciduous broadleaf trees 41 Conifer trees current 63 Hardy palmsPUBLICATION 68 most THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

Written by Jerry Maul, Extension horticulture agent, Douglas County, Oregon State University.

Illustrations courtesy of Gary Whitley and Pacific Power; Laura Lynn, Oregon Department of Forestry; and Edward Jensen, Manual of Oregon Trees and Shrubs (Oregon State University, revised 1990). Southwestern Oregon Tree Selection Guide for Coos, Curry, Douglas, Jackson, and Josephine counties

Selecting the right tree for the right place is the most important decision to How to use this guideDATE. make in the planting process. If you Most people select trees for a particular choose your tree wisely, you'll enjoy it for many purpose or function, such as flowers, fruit, years. If you don't, you may be stuck with a tree or drought tolerance.OF With that in mind, that has outgrown your yard, drops fruit in your the first part of this publication (pages 7- neighbor's flowerbeds, or worse. 39) consists of a series of lists of trees for There is no "perfect" tree. Many species special situations or purposes. The lists have desirable features such as spring flowers, are: fall color, or drought tolerance. At the same OUTTrees for sites with partial sun time, they all have at least one undesirable Trees with moderate drought tolerance characteristic, whether it is a pest problem or IS Trees with good drought tolerance intolerance of certain site conditions. Short trees (up to 35' mature height) This publication is designed to help you Narrow trees (up to 30') choose the best tree for each particular planting Trees for spring flowers situation in southwestern Oregon. It is based on Trees for summer flowers important site conditions such as sun, water Trees for fall color availability, and size constraints, as well as oninformation: Trees that create shade special features such as spring or summer Deer-resistant trees flowers, fall color, deer resistance, wildlife food, Trees that attract wildlife shade creation, and disease resistance. Trees resistant to armillaria root rot This list is not meant to be comprehensive. Trees resistant to verticillium wilt Rather it is a mixture of tried-and-true perform- Find the list that represents the feature ers and promising species that should do well that is most important to you. Then look at but generally are under-representedcurrent in the PUBLICATION the symbols to see which trees on the list landscape. also provide the other features you desire. Once you select some potential trees for your site, look at the detailed descrip- most tions of these species (pages 41-69). The THIS description of each tree includes informa- tion about growth characteristics, site suitability, limitations, and notable charac- For teristics. Some species also have cultivars (vari- http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalogeties) listed. Cultivars are genetically produced trees that have more uniformity than usually is found within a species. Trees in the home landscape Trees with large spreading crowns should Although you may be buying a tree to add not be planted near traffic intersections. Trees beauty to your home landscape, trees also have that bear fruit should not be planted near side- many other important functions. Proper place- walks. ment of trees can result in as much as a 10- to The mature size of the tree is especially 20-percent reduction in heating and cooling important when choosing trees to plant in the costs. Landscaping your home also can increase "tree lawn," the area between the sidewalk and the resale value of your property. Houses on lots the street. Not only do you need to consider with mature trees may sell for as much as 6 to such factors as powerlines, but planting the 12 percent more than identical houses on lots right street tree in the appropriate tree lawn area without trees. also can avoid future sidewalk conflicts. Here Trees and shrubs in our environment con- are some guidelines for matching tree size to the serve water, air, and soil and provide habitat for planting area available: DATE. wildlife. Shade trees provide living, nesting, and • If the tree lawn is 3-5 feet wide, choose trees gathering places for many birds and animals, that attain mature heights of less than especially in the winter when wind protection is 35 feet. OF needed most. Trees and other plants with abun- • If the tree lawn is less than 6 feet wide, dant fruits and seeds are particularly attractive choose trees with a mature height of 50 feet to birds. or less. Large shade trees with spreading overhead • PlantOUT large shade trees only in tree lawns canopies act as an outdoor "ceiling" and give a greater than 8 feet wide. more intimate feeling to your yard and street. The following minimum distance standards Trees and shrubs can block an undesirable view, ISare recommended for the placing of trees in tree enclose an area for privacy, or separate one area lawn areas: from another. • Centered between curb and sidewalk, at For more information on how to use, plant, least 2 feet from curb and maintain trees in the home landscape, • At least 10 feet from driveways, handicap obtain a copy of Selecting, Planting, and Caring ramps, and fire hydrants For a New Tree, EC 1438 (see page 4 for orderinginformation: • No closer than 5 feet behind or 10 feet in instructions). front of signs • At least 5 feet from Tree selection—The right tree underground utility in the right place branches • At least 10 feet Spacing considerations current from street Mature spreadPUBLICATION and height are the first things lights, farther to consider in matching a particular tree to a for larger site. Check the tree lists in this publication for trees mature height and spread for any tree you're • At least considering planting.most 15 feet from THISOverhead powerlines, existing vegetation, storm sewer and infrastructure such as curbs and sidewalks inlets must be considered. Planning now can save • At least maintenanceFor headaches later. For example, trees 30 feet from that reach a height greater than 30-35 feet intersections should not behttp://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog planted under powerlines. The • Away from exist- powerline symbol in this publication indicates ing vegetation on that a tree is suitable for planting under abutting property powerlines. Sun and water Trees that grow well in partial sun (3-6 hours per day) are indicated in this publica- tion by a half-filled sun symbol. Trees without this symbol require full sun. Trees that are moderately drought-resistant are indicated by a half-filled waterdrop symbol. Trees with good drought tolerance are indicated by a quarter-filled waterdrop symbol.

Hardiness Extreme weather conditions such as tem- Figure 1.—Oregon plant hardiness zone map (Extracted perature variations, late spring frosts, drought, from the USDA's national plantDATE. hardiness zone map, and a variety of other environmental factors based on average annual minimum temperature in "F.) have an impact on tree growth. Zone 4 = -30 to -20 Zone 7 = 0 to 10 The hardiness of a tree generally is described Zone 5 =-20 OFto-10 Zone 8 = 10 to 20 as its ability to withstand cold temperatures. Zone 6 = -10 to 0 Zone 9 = 20 to 30 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has mapped the entire country into a series of cold cheapest tree you can find because it may turn hardiness zones based on the estimated mini- outOUT to be a costly mistake you'll pay for later. mum temperatures in a given area. Each tree Purchase trees from a licensed nursery or species is rated to a minimum cold hardiness ISlandscape contractor. All nursery stock should zone. meet requirements of the American Association Southwestern Oregon falls within zones 7 to of Nurserymen (MN) and American Standards 9 on the USDA plant hardiness zone map for Nursery Stock (ANSI Z60.1) for top grade. (Figure 1). Zone 7 has a minimum temperature Don't hesitate to reject inferior planting stock. of 0 to 10oF, while Zone 9 has a minimum o Buy only plants that are healthy and free temperature of 20 to 30 F. However, the influ-information: from dead or broken branches, scars, broken ences of mountain elevations, temperature bark, or wounds. Make sure all pruning wounds fluctuations, high winds, and lack of rainfall can are well healed with no evidence of decay. Don't create microclimates that are harsher than the purchase trees with cracked or broken root balls. surrounding area. Trees should be a minimum IVi inches in Hardiness guidelines may reflect optimal diameter (except for seedlings). They must have rather than actual growing conditions. Since well-developed branches, be uniformly southwestern Oregon is suchcurrent a large area, the branched with good branch angles, and have a hardiness information listed in this guide PUBLICATION vigorous root system. Branches should not be should be validated by local sources. cropped or headed back before planting. For most trees, bare root, containerized, or Buying trees balled and burlapped (B&B) stock may be used. After consideringmost what type of tree you Only rottable burlap and rope should be used THISneed and evaluating your planting site, visit a on B&B trees. Conifers above seedling size nursery or garden center to view some of the should not be bare-root planted. manyFor types of trees available. Avoid buying the http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog 4

For more information OSU Extension publications Pacific Northwest Disease Control Handbook, by J. Pscheidt (Oregon State University, Corvallis, revised annually). $25.00 Pacific Northwest Insect Control Handbook, by G. Fisher and J. DeAngelis (Oregon State University, Corvallis, revised annually). $25.00 Selecting, Planting, and Caring for a New Tree, EC 1438, by Stephen Fitzgerald and Paul D. Ries (Oregon State University, Corvallis, reprinted 1997). $2.00 DATE. To order copies of the above publications, send the publication's complete title and series OF number, along with a check or money order for the amount listed, to: Publication Orders Extension & Station Communications Oregon State University OUT 422 Kerr Administration 3. Flowering Crabapples: The Genus Malus, by Corvallis, OR 97331-2119 ISFr. John L. Fiala (Timber Press, Portland, OR, Fax: 541-737-0817 1995). If you would like additional copies of this 4. High-Yield Poplar Plantations in the Pacific publication. Southwestern Oregon Tree Selection Northwest, PNW 356, by RE. Heilman, Guide, EC 1505, send $5.50 per copy to the above R.F. Stettler, D.P. Hanley, R.W. Carkner address. (Washington State University, Pullman, We offer discounts on orders of 100 or more information:revised 1995). copies of a single title. Please call 541-737-2513 5. Japanese Maples, by J.D. Vertrees (Timber for price quotes. Press, Portland, OR, 1987). You can access our Publications & Videos 6. Magnolias, by J.M. Gardiner (The Globe catalog, many of our publications, and addi- Pequot Press, Chester, CT, 1989). tional gardening information through our Web 7. Manual of Cultivated Broad-Leaved Trees and site at eesc.orst.edu current Shrubs: Volumes I-III, by G. Krussmann (Tim- PUBLICATION ber Press, Portland, OR, 1984-86). Other publications 8 Maples of the World, by D.M. van Gelderen, Note: Numbers correspond to references men- PC. de Jong, H.J. Oterdoom, and J.R.P. van tioned in Part II. Hoey Smith (Timber Press, Portland, OR, most 1994). 1. The Complete Guide to Landscape Design, 9. Plants that Merit Attention: Volume I—Trees, by THISRenovation, and Maintenance—a Practical J.M. Poor (Timber Press, Portland, OR, 1984). Handbook for the Home Landscape Gardener, by 10. Purple Leaf Plums, by Arthur Lee Jacobson CassFor Tumbull (Betterway Publications, Inc., (Timber Press, Portland, OR, 1992). White Hall, VA, 1991). 11. The Right Tree in the Right Place, poster and 2. Conifers: Thehttp://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog Illustrated Encyclopedia, volumes I brochure. Available at no charge from and II, by D.M. van Gelderen and J.R.P. van PacifiCorp Community Forestry, 920 SW Hoey Smith (Timber Press, Portland, OR). Sixth Ave., Portland, OR 97204. 12. Seeds of Woody Plants in North America: Where to get help Revised and enlarged edition, by James A. and Caring for your trees: Cheryl G. Young (Dioscorides Press, Port- National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor land, OR, 1992). Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410 13. Trees, A Guide to Selecting Street Trees, a full- Efforts in Oregon to promote proper tree plant- color brochure listing species appropriate for ing and care: use under powerlines. Available at no charge Oregon Urban and Community Forest from Portland General Electric, 14655 Old Council, P.O. Box 13074, Salem, OR 97309 Scholls Ferry Road, Beaverton, OR 97007. 14. Trees and Shrubs for Pacific Northwest Gardens How to hire a certified arborist: 2nd edition, by John A. and Carol Grant PNW chapter of the International Society of (Timber Press, Portland, OR, 1990). Arboriculture, P.O. Box 30713, Seattle, WA 15. Trees for American Gardens, 3rd edition, by 98103,1-800-335-4391 DATE. D. Wyman (Macmillan Publishing Company, New York, 1990). 16. Western Garden Book, by Sunset Publishing OF (Leisure Arts, Little Rock, AK, 1998). 17. The World of Magnolias, by Dorothy Callaway (Timber Press, Portland, OR, 1994). OUT IS

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Ash, Autumn Purple 45' 40' 41 Fmxinus americam 'autumn purple' DATE.

Ash, Raywood 35' 25' 41 Fraxinus oxycarpa f •OF 'raywood'

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Oak, Holly (Holm Oak) 60' 40' 55 Quercus ilex •

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Palm, Mediterranean Fan 20' 20' 68 Chamaerops humilis AT*! t DATE. Palm, Mexican Fan 100' 20' 68 Washingtonia robusta f

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Pine, Ponderosa 150' 40' 65 Pfnws ponderosa

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Trees with narrow spread (up to 30')

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Alder, Oregon Red 50' 25' 41 Alnus oregom

Ash, Golden Desert 20' 18' 41 Fmxinus oxycarpa 'aureafolia' om DATE. Ash, Raywood 35' 25' 41 Fmxinus oxycarpa 'raywood' OF Aspen, Quaking 20-60' 15-20' 42 Populus tremuloides

Bayberry, California 30' 10' 42 (Pacific wax myrtle) «>dm * Myrica califomica OUT

Beech, Dawyck Purple 40' 12' IS 42 Ffl^ws sylvatica 'dawyck purple'

Beech, Weeping Purple 10' 15' 43 Fagus sylvatica wr ® 'purpurea pendula' information: Birch, Himalayan 40' 30' 43 Betula jacquemontii

Birch, Japanese White Spire 40' 25' 43 Betula platyphylla 'japonica' f ® Catalpa, Umbrella 25' current20' 6W 44 Catalpa bignonioidesPUBLICATION 'nana' Cherry, Flowering 20-30' 10-30' 44 Prunus sp. AM «f H®

Chilean Fire Tree most40-50' 30' 44 EmbothriumTHIS coccinium Chiltalpa 35' 25' 44 Catalapa bignonioidesFor x Chilopsis linearis http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Crabapple 6-25' 5-25' 45 Malus sp. 61*1

Crape Myrtle 10-20' 8-10' 45 Lagerstroemia idica AFT f-

Cypress, Smooth Arizona 40' 20' 64 Cupressus glabra Dogwood, Evergreen 30' 30' OT*T 4 45 Cornus capitata DATE.semi Dogwood, Kousa Hybrids 20-25' 20' 4f ® 45 Cornus kousa xflorida mm

Dove Tree 40' 30' OF 46 (Handkerchief Tree) Davidia involucrata

Firs, True >150' 30' 64 Abies sp. i>6 OUT Goldenchain Tree 25' 20' 46 Laburnum watereri €>6T*TIS

Gum, Snow 20' 47 Eucalyptus niphophila 6 m

Gum, Sweet 40-50' 20-25' 47 Liquidambar styraciflua information: Harlequin Glorybower 20' 20' 48 (Vitamin Tree) DAltT Clereodendrum trichotomum

Haw, Black 15' 15' ■^ 48 Viburnum prunifolium o^m current Hawthorn, CrimsonPUBLICATION Cloud 15-20' 10-15' 48 Crataegus laevigata 6T*T (oxyacantha) Holly, English most 6-40' 6-15' €)T*T 48 THISI/ex aquifolium ♦ Hornbeam, Pyramidal 35' 25' 49 European D6 CarpinusFor betulus 'fastigiata'

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Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Lilac, Japanese Tree 20' 15' 50 Syringa reticulata ^m

Magnolia 12-25' 10-25' 51 Magnolia sp. «m

Maple, Amur 20' 20' ■^ 51 Acer ginnala 61*1

Maple, Douglas (Rocky Mountain Maple) 25' 20' 52 Acer glabrum «m DATE. Maple, Japanese 3-30' 6-20' 52 Acer palmatum DM OF Maple, Norway 35-50' 30' 52 Acer platanoides

Maple, Paperbark 25' 20' 53 Acer griseum 06mOUT Maple, Sycamore 30-40' 30' 53 Acer pseudoplatanus «>6IS

Maple, Vine 20' 20' 53 Acer circinatum «>dm

Mulberry 35' 20' 54 Morus fl/bfl information: Nannyberry 30' 30' 54 Viburnum lentago o^m

Oak, Tanbark 60-90' 20-30' 56 Lithocarpus densiflorus 06'/•rv ^F^ «

Palm, California Fan 60' current20' 68 Washingtonia filiferaPUBLICATION $

Palm, Jelly (Pindo) 20' 10' 68 Butia capitata om $

Palm, Mediterraneanmost Fan 20' 20' 68 ChamaeropsTHIS humilis dm 1

Palm, Mexican Fan 100' 20' 68 WashingtoniaFor robusta $

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Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Parotia, Persian 20' 15' 56 Parotia persica ATfT

Pear, Ornamental 40' 15-25' 57 Pyrus calleryana 6

Pine, Scotch 70-100' 30' 66 Pinus sylvestris Pine, Shore 20-40' 20' 6 66 Pinus contorta 'contorta' DATE. Pine, Umbrella 40' 15' 66 Sciadopitys verticillata fW A

Plum, Flowering 6-40" 6-25' OF 57 Prunus sp. 6T*T

Redbud 10-25' 8-25' 58 Cerszs sp. D6T*r OUT Shadblow (Serviceberry) 10-25' 6-15' 58 Amelanchier canadensis, AW A. laevis, or A x grandiflora IS

Smoke Tree, Purple 15' 15' 58 Cotinus coggygria 6m 'royal purple'

Snowball, Japanese 15' 15' 59 Viburnum plicatum 'plicatum' information:«>6m n

Snowbell, Japanese 30' 25' 59 Styrax japonica OdTtT

Sorrel Tree (Sourwood) 25-50' 15-25' 59 Oxydendrum arboreum current ^s Stewartia, MountainPUBLICATION 15' 15' 60 Stewartia ovata D6T*T Sumac, Staghom 15' 5'-15' 6T*T f: 60 Rhus typhinia most THISTulip Tree 60' 30' 61 Lirodendron tulipifera

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Wisteria, Tree Form ^-8' 6-8' 4f 62 (Chinese Wisteria) «>6T*T ^ Wisteria sinensis : Witch Hazel 15' 8' if f • 62 Hamamelis intermedia © ^ m ♦

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Trees for spring flowers

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Cherry, Flowering 20-30' 10-30' 44 Prunus sp. AFT 4^ ^ ®

Chilean Fire Tree 40-50' 30' 44 Embothrium coccinium DATE. Crabapple 6-25' 5-25' ■^aS5 45 Malus sp. 6m OF Dogwood, Evergreen 30' 30' 45 Cornus capitata mm 4 semi Dogwood, Kousa Hybrids 20-25' 20' 4ff f.® 45 Cornus kousa xflorida mmOUT Dove Tree 40' 30' 46 (Handkerchief Tree) 1)6IS Davidm involucrata

Empress Tree 40' 40' 46 (Royal Paulownia) Paulownia tomentosa

Goldenchain Tree 25' 20' information: 46 Laburnum watereri €)6T*T

Haw, Black 15' 15' 48 Viburnum prunifolium 1)6

Hawthorn, Crimson Cloud 15-20' 10-15' 48 Crataegus 6m laevigata (oxyacantha)PUBLICATION current Ironwood, Catalina 60' 40' 49 Lyonothamnus floribundus * Laurel, Englishmost 30' 20' 4 50 THISPrunus lauracerasus €>Am Lilac, Japanese Tree 20' 15' 50 SyringaFor reticulata 6m

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Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Magnolia 12-25' 10-25' 51 Magnolia sp. *t

Nannyberry 30' 30' 54 Viburnum lentago DAm

Parotia, Persian 20' 15' 56 Parotia persica 6TfT

Pear, Ornamental 40' 15-25' 57 Pyrus calleryana DATE. Plum, Flowering 6-40' 6-25' 57 Prunus sp. ATfT

Redbud 10-25' 8-25' OF 58 Cersis sp. oom ^S Shadblow (Serviceberry) 10-25' 6-15' 58 Amelanchier canadensis, AWT A. laevis, or A. x grandiflora OUT Snowball, Japanese 15' 15' 59 Viburnum plicatum OATfTIS 'plicatum'

Tulip Tree 60' 30' 61 Liroaendron tulipifera ¥

Wisteria, Tree Form 6-8' 6-8' 62 (Chinese Wisteria) DA7*Tinformation: Wisteria sinensis

Witch Hazel 15' 62 Hamamelis intermedia DATfT H

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Trees for summer flowers

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Catalpa, Northern 50' 35' 43 (Western Catalpa) 6 Catalpa speciosa

Chiltalpa 35' 25' 44 Catalapa bignonioides x DATE. Chilopsis linear is

Crape Myrtle 10-20' 8-10' 45 Lagerstroemia idica 6TfT OF

Gum, Snow 20' 47 Eucalyptus niphophila om

Harlequin Glorybower 20' 20' OUT 48 (Vitamin Tree) cum Clereodendrum trichotomum IS Magnolia, Southern 80' 40' 51 Magnolia grandiflora ID *

Mimosa (Silk Tree) 40' 50' 54 Albizia julibrissin 6

Smoke Tree, Purple 15' 15' information: 58 Cotinus coggygria om v: 'royal purple'

Snowbell, Japanese 30' 25' 59 Styrax japonica «>m f-

Sorrel Tree (Sourwood) current25-50' 15-25' 59 OxydendrumPUBLICATION arboreum Stewartia, Korean 45' 25' m 60 Stewartia koreanamost Stewartia, Mountain 15' 15' 60 THISStewartia ovata 0 6m Sumac,For Staghom 15' 5-15' 60 Rhus typhinia 6m http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Trees for fall color

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Ash, Autumn Purple 45' 40' 41 Fmxinus americana 'autumn purple'

Ash, Golden Desert 20' 18' 41 Fraxinus oxycarpa 6TfT t DATE. 'aureafolia'

Ash, Raywood 35' 25' 41 Fraxinus oxycarpa 'raywood' •OF

Aspen, Quaking 20-60' 15-20' 42 Populus tremuloides

Beech, Weeping Purple 10' 15' OUT 43 Fagus sylvatica FT f® 'purpurea pendula' IS Birch, Himalayan 40' 30' 43 Betula jacquemontii Birch, Japanese White Spire 40' 25' f 43 Betula platyphylla 'japonica' information: Cherry, Flowering 20-30' 10-30' 4f f.® 44 Prunus sp. AFT

Crabapple 6-25' 5-25' 45 Malus sp. 6m i Crape Myrtle 10-20' 8-10' 6TfT 45 Lagerstroemia idicaPUBLICATION current Dogwood, Kousa Hybrids 20-25' 20' 45 Cornus kousa xflorida DFT H ® Gingko (Maidenhairmost Tree) 45' 35' 6 46 GingkoTHIS biloba ; Gum, Sweet 40-50' 20-25' ^ 47 LiquidambarFor styraciflua

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Honeylocust 45' 35' 49 Gleditsia triacanthos 'inermis' •

Hornbeam, 35' 25' 49 Pyramidal European f>6 f Carpinus betulus Jastigiata'

Katsura Tree 40' 40' W 49 Cercidiphyllum japonicum f'/■pv'* R

Maple, Amur 20' 20' 51 AW • Acer ginnala DATE. Maple, Bigleaf 100' 50' 1)6 52 Acer macrophyllum OF Maple, Douglas 25' 20' 52 (Rocky Mountain Maple) «>T*T 0 Acer glabrum

Maple, Japanese 3-30' 6-20' 52 Acer palmatum DFTOUT

Maple, Norway 35-50' 30' IS 52 Acer platanoides f'/■rV* •

Maple, Paperbark 25' 20' 53 Acer griseum DAFT f *

Maple, Silver 60-100' 40-50' 53 Acer saccharinum information:•

Maple, Sugar 60-80' 40-50' 53 Acer saccharum C

Maple, Vine 20' 20' 53 Acer circinatutn OATH f • current Mimosa (Silk Tree) 40' 50' 54 Albizia julibrissinPUBLICATION Mulberry 35' 20' 6 54 Morus alba most THISNannyberry 30' 30' 54 Viburnum lentago OAWT For Oak, California Black 40-90' 40-50' • ® 54 Quercus kelloggiihttp://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Oak, Pin 75' 40' 55 Quercus palustris DA f n ® V Oak, Red 75' 40' an 56 Quercus rubra 1? ♦ ® V

Oak, Scarlet 75' 50' *m. 56 Quercus coccinea • ®

Parotia, Persian 20' 15' 56 Parotia persica dm DATE. Pear, Ornamental 40' 15-25' 57 Pyrus calleryana

Plum, Flowering 6-40' 6-25' OF 57 Prunus sp. ATfT 1-

Poplar, Hybrid 150' 50' 57 Populas deltoides x Populus trichocarpa OUT Redbud 10-25' 8-25' ^s 58 Cersis sp. 0 6MIS ^ Shadblow (Serviceberry) 10-25' 6-15' 58 Amelanchier canadensis, ATfT A. laevis, or A. x grandiflora

Smoke Tree, Purple 15' 15' ■Kv£ 58 Cotinus coggygria ominformation: 'royal purple'

Snowball, Japanese 15' 15' 59 Viburnum plicatum ©dm 'plicatum' Snowbell, Japanese 30' current25' 59 Styrax japomca PUBLICATIONom Sorrel Tree (Sourwood) 25-50' 15-25' 59 Oxydendrum arboreum

Stewartia, Korean most45' 25" 60 StewartiaTHIS koreana 1) Stewartia, Mountain 15' 15' 60 StewartiaFor ovata DAT* ^ Sumac, Staghom 15' 5-15' 60 Rhus typhinia http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog6m

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Tulip Tree 60' 30' 61 Lirodendron tulipifera

Tupelo, Black 50' 25' 61 (Black Gum, Sour Gum) Nyssa sylvatica

Witch Hazel 15' 62 Hamamelis intermedia OATfT

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Trees that create shade

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Ash, Golden Desert 20' 18' 41 Fmxinus oxycarpa 'aureafolia' 6T*T

Ash, Raywood 35' 25' 41 Fraxinus oxycarpa 'raywood' DATE. Honeylocust, Thomless 45' 35' fH® 49 Gleditsia triacanthos 'inermis' OF Locust, Shademaster 45' 35' 50 Gleditsia triacanthos 'inermis'

Maple, Amur 20' 20' 51 Acer ginnala AW OUT•

Maple, Bigleaf 100' 50' IS 52 Acer macrophyllum 6

Maple, Douglas 25' 20' 52 (Rocky Mountain Maple) mm • Acer glabrum

Maple, Japanese 3-30' 6-20' information: 52 Acer palmatum om

Maple, Norway 35-50' 30' 52 Acer platanoides f^r f •

Maple, Paperbark 25' 20' 53 €>AM • Acer griseum current Maple, Silver PUBLICATION60-100' 40-50' 53 Acer saccharinum •

Maple, Sugar 60-80' 40-50' 53 Acer saccharum most i''/■rV* m THIS Maple, Sycamore 30-40' 30' m A 53 Acer pseudoplatanusFor Maple, Vine 20' 20' 53 «)AT*T * Acer circinatum http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Oak, California Black 40-90' 40-50' 54 Quercus kelloggii • ®

Oak, Holly (Holm Oak) 60' 40' 55 Quercus ilex H ® V

Oak, Interior Live 75' 50' 55 Quercus wislizenii |l ® V *

Oak, Oregon White 40-90' 50' 55 Quercus garryam i>6 n ® V DATE. Oak, Pin 75' 40' ■*V 55 Quercus palustris • :s Oak, Red 75' 40' OF 56 Quercus rubra t f n ® V Oak, Scarlet 75' 50' f • 56 Quercus coccinea OUT Oak, Tanbark 60' 30' 1)6 ♦ ® 56 Lithocarpus densiflorus IS Zelkova 50' 40' 62 Zelkova serrata •

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Deer-resistant trees

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Bayberry, California 30' 10' 42 Myrica californica «>6m ♦

Beech, Dawyck Purple 40' 12' 42 Fagus sylvatica 'dawycK purple' DATE.

Beech, Rivers 50' 40' 43 Fagus sylvatica 'riversii' OF Beech, Weeping Purple 10' 15' 43 Fagus sylvatica T*T ® 'purpurea pendula' •^ Birch, Himalayan 40' 30' OUT 43 Betula jacquemontii IS Birch, Japanese White Spire 40' 25' 43 Betula platyphylla 'japonica' 0 f ®

Cherry, Flowering 20-30' 10-30' 44 Prunus sp. AW ®

Dogwood, Kousa Hybrids 20-25' 20' information: 45 Cornus kousa xflorida «>T*T

Firs, True >150' 30' 64 Abies sp. ®

Hawthorn, Crimson Cloud 15-20' 10-15' 48 Crataegus laevigata 6m (oxyacantha) PUBLICATIONcurrent Holly, Englis 40' 15' i$) 48 Ilex aquifolium OTfT * Honeylocust most45' 35' • ® 49 GleditsiaTHIS triacanthos 'inermis' Oak, California Black 40-90' 40-50' 54 Quercus kelloggiiFor •

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Oak, Interior Live 75' 50' 55 Quercus wislizenii • ® *

Oak, Oregon White 40-90' 50' 55 Quercus garryam f>6 41

Oak, Pin 75' 40' 55 Quercus palustris • Oak, Red 75' 40' c 11 ® V 56 Quercus rubra DATE. Oak, Scarlet 75' 50' 56 Quercus coccinea •

Oak, Tanbark 60-90' 20-30' OF 56 Lithocarpus densiflorus i>6 •

Palm, Windmill 30' 20' 69 Trachycarpus fortunei m • $ OUT Pine, Blue Swiss Stone 60-100' 40' 65 • PinMS centbra 'glauca' IS Pine,KMX 80-90' 40-50' 65 • Pinus attenuata x 6 Pinus radiata Pine, Ponderosa 150' 40' 6 «® 65 Pinus ponderosa information: Pine, Scotch 70-100' 30' 66 Pmus sylvestris •

Pine, Shore 20-40' 20' 66 Pfnus contorta 'contorta' • ®

Pine, Umbrella 40' 15' 66 current C • Sciadopitys verticillataPUBLICATION Spruce, Brewer's Weeping 100-120' 20-40' 67 Picea brewerana *

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Trees that attract wildlife

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

Bayberry, California 30' 10' 42 Myrica califomica D6T*T * *# Crabapple 6-25' 5-25' 6T*T f 45 Malus sp. DATE. Hawthorn, Crimson Cloud 15-20' 10-15' 48 Crataegus laevigata 6TtT ^ ® V (oxyacantha) OF Nannyberry 30' 30' 54 Viburnum lentago OAm f-

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Oak, Holly (Holm Oak) 60' 40' IS 55 Quercus ilex •

Oak, Interior Live 75' 50' 55 Quercus wislizenii ♦ ® *

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JM Oak, Red 75' 40' 56 I • Quercus rubra current Oak, Scarlet 75' 50' 56 Quercus coccinea PUBLICATION 41® Oak, Tanbark 60-90' 20-30' «>6 41® 56 Lithocarpus densiflorusmost Sumac,THIS Staghom 15' 5-15' 60 Rhus typhinia 6T*T For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Catalpa, Northern 50' 35' 43 (Western Catalpa) Catalpa speciosa

Cedar, Incense 70-110' 30-40' 64 Calocedrus decurrens i>4Ik* w DATE.

Fir, White 64 Abies concolor f)6 OF Gum, Sweet 40-50' 20-25' 47 Liquidambar styraciflua f

Holly, English 6^0' 6-15' 48 ® * Ilex aquifolium DTfTOUT Locust, Shademaster 45' 35' IS 50 Gleditsia triacanthos 'inermis'

Madrone 20-100' 40' 50 Arbutus menziesii

Maple, Bigleaf 100' 50' information: 52 Acer macrophyllum ft 6 f • ^s Maple, Japanese 3-30' 6-20' 52 Acer palmatum DT*T

Mulberry 35' 20' 54 Morus alba current Pine, Scotch PUBLICATION70-100' 30' 66 Pinus sylvestris •

Sumac, Staghom 15' 5-15' 60 Rhus typhinia most 6wr THIS Tulip Tree 60' 30' 61 LirodendronFor tulipifera Wisteria, Tree Form 6-8' 6-8' 62 (Chinese Wisteria) D ATfT Wisteria sinensishttp://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Trees resistant to verticillium wilt

Height Spread Site considerations Features Type Page

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Holly, English 6-40' 6-15' 48 Ilex aquifolium OTfT 4

Honeylocust, Thomless 45' 35' 49 Gleditsia triacanthos 'inermis' information:*®

Hornbeam, 35' 25' 49 Pyramidal European «)6'/TV ^^ Carpinus betulus Jastigiata'

Oak, California Black 40-90' 40-50' 54 Quercus kelloggii current 0 Oak, Holly (HolmPUBLICATION Oak) 60' 40' 55 Quercus ilex 41®

Oak, Interior Live 75' 50' 55 Quercus wislizenii most ® v 4 THIS Oak, Oregon White 40-90' 50' i>6 • ® 55 Quercus Forgarryana Oak, Pin 75' 40' 55 Quercus palustrishttp://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog f •

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MS Oak, Red 75' 40' 56 Quercus rubra f-H

Oak, Scarlet 75' 50' 56 Quercus coccinea • ®

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Evergreen and deciduous broadleaf trees DATE. Alder, Oregon Red Height: 50' Spread: 25' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Alnus oregona (A. rubra) OF This Pacific Northwest native is an excellent selection for sites with poor drainage. It tolerates salt water and is a good selection for streams with tide water. For propagating by seed, refer to reference 12. OUT

Ash, Autumn Purple Height: 45' Spread:IS 40' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Fraxinus americana 'autumn purple' 'Autumn purple' is one of the most popular clones of f. americana. In southwest Oregon, the leaves seldom turn purple in autumn but instead are a brilliant mottled yellow and orange. Leaves usually fall over a short time period. A ' :&i- mottled orange-purpleinformation:

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Ash, Raywood Height: 35' Spread: 25' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Fraxinus oxycarpa 'raywood' most This desirable clone is seedless and puts on a dazzling foliar display in the fall. THIS Its compound, delicately textured leaves are smaller than those of other ashes. The tree's compact and upright growth habit makes it an excellent landscape For selection. A ' &• red-purple £■• http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Aspen, Quaking Height: 20-60' Spread: 15-20' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Populus tremuloides This is an excellent tree for multiple and grove plantings at high elevations or coastal areas. It is relatively short lived at lower elevations, especially if not watered in summer. It is a great companion plant for pines and firs in the Cascades and Coast Range. !• yellow «

Bay, California Height: 75' Spread: 100' Growth: slow Hardy: coast, (Oregon Myrtle) DATE.interior valleys Umbellularia califomica This native broadleaf evergreen is most at home in the Coast Range and along the coast, but also grows inland along streams and tributaries of the Rogue and Umpqua rivers. It is pest-free and a slow grower,OF but eventually can reach a height of 75 feet. The foliage is highly aromatic and often is mistakenly used as the bay leaf for seasoning in place of the leaf of Laurus nobilis. This tree toler- ates aridity once established, but benefits from summer watering following transplanting. It tolerates shade but reaches its greatest height and spread when planted in full sun and givenOUT plenty of space. Trees transplanted from the wild seldom survive if they are taller than 6 inches. This tree is easily propagated from seeds, which are numerous. Native plant nurseries are the best source for specimen plants.IS Consult reference 12 for seed propagation procedures. €)6*

Bayberry, California Height: 30' Spread: 10' Growth: moderate Hardy: coast, (Pacific Wax Myrtle) information: interior valleys Myrica califomica This West Coast native grows as a multistemmed shrub, but can be trained to form a small tree with single or multiple trunks. Its bright, clean evergreen foliage and purplish nutlets in the fall make it one of the best native ornamen- tals. It can be grown as a screen or informal hedge. In the interior valleys, it needs water and partial shade during the summer to maintain attractive PUBLICATIONfoliage.current o A m ® v *

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Beech, Rivers Height: 50' Spread: 40' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' Leaves of this popular clone are red in the spring, gradually turn purple, and remain purple all summer. The growth habit is densely compact and symmetri- cal. Aphids can be a minor problem.

Beech, Weeping Purple Height: 10' Spread: 15' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Fagus sylvatica 'purpurea pendula' This unique, slow-growing tree forms a dense purple dome that, left untrimmed, will "weep" to the ground. Its dense canopyDATE. creates a great backyard hideout for children. m '&:■ bronze OF

Birch, Himalayan Height: 40' Spread: 30' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Betula jacquemontii The Himalayan birch has the whitest bark of all birches. Its ornamental value often is better realized in northernOUT rather than Mediterranean climates. In southwest Oregon, the contrast of the white bark to other colors in the land- scape often is obscuredIS by lichens, mosses, and the mold that grows on the honeydew excreted by aphids. The bronze birch borer and birch leaf miner also can be a problem. Because most birches are native to areas with wet summers, they need to be watered during the summer. Resistant to verticillium wilt. E- yellow information: Birch, Japanese White Spire Height: 40' Spread: 25' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Betula platyphylla 'japonica' The chalk-white bark of this birch does not shed. This species purportedly tolerates a wider range of soils than most birches, and is resistant to the bronze birch bore. Resistant to verticillium wilt. PUBLICATIONcurrent9 i ^K- yellow Catalpa, Northern Height: 50' Spread: 35' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas (Western Catalpa) Catalpa speciosa most This large tree should not be considered for street plantings or small yards. THIS However, its large, conspicuous white flowers appear in late June when few other trees are in bloom. The tree is a good background plant for drought- stricken sites. A grove of blooming catalpas is quite striking. This tree is more For suitable for rural settings than for street or patio settings, where dropped flowers, fruit, and leaves are a problem. Resistant to armillaria root rot. http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalogsummer

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Catalpa, Umbrella Height: 25' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Catalpa bignonioides 'Nana' This selection often is sold as C. bungei. It grows as a dense globe that resembles that of a pollard (a tree cut back to the trunk to promote dense growth). 'Nana' often is grafted onto the species and clipped back each year to one or two buds of the past summer's growth, which accentuates its pollard- like growth. Nana does not flower. Critics disdain its stubby, unsightly growth while dormant and feel it is too conspicuous to be used as a focal point. For southwest Oregon, consider planting it on dry sites not well suited for other trees. cm DATE. Cherry, Flowering Height: 20-30' Spread: 10-30' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Prunus sp. Flowering cherry is one of the most popular spring-floweringOF trees in the Pacific Northwest. Flower colors range from white to various shades of pink and red. The tree typically requires full sun and fast-draining but well-aerated soil. On most sites, summer irrigation enhances growth. More than 150 species and a large number of hybrids and cultivars exist. Consult references 5,8, and 15 for detailed information on theOUT many selections. ■ x,,.^ Amsr spring ISvariable

Chilean Fire Tree Height: 40-50' Spread: 30' Growth: fast Hardy: south coast Embothrium coccinium This semi-evergreen from Chile is fast-growing, resistant to coastal winds, and has willow-like leaves. In the spring, it puts on a showy display of scarlet red flowers. information: spring semi-evergreen *

Chiltalpa Height: 35' Spread: 25' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Catalapa bignonioides x Chilopsis linearis Thiscurrent elusive tree is a hybrid of the common catalpa and the desert willow. Its PUBLICATIONleaves are narrow like those of the desert willow, but deciduous like those of catalpa. Catalpa-like flowers open in June but for a much longer period than the common catalpa. For availability, search California nurseries. most summer THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Crabapple Height: 6-25' Spread: 5-25' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Mdus sp. Modem crabapple selections are of multiple parentage and resistant to com- mon diseases such as powdery mildew and apple scab. Fruit attracts birds but can be a bane for decks and patios.

Varieties: Selections with good to excellent disease resistance include the genetic dwarf M. sargentii Tina' (5'x6'), 'Adirondack,' 'Bob white/ 'Camelot/ 'Centurion/ 'Cinderella/ 'Donals wyman/ M.floribunda 'Japanese flowering crabapple/ 'Louisa/ 'Prairie fire/ 'Purple prince/ 'Pink princess/ 'Red jewel/ 'Robinson/ 'Snowdrift/ and 'Golden raindrops.' Avoid 'Radiant' and 'Hopa' because of their susceptibility to mildew and scab. Reference 3 lists the charac- teristics of 24 species and more than 1,000 varieties ofDATE. flowering crabapples. Reference 16 features more than 30 selections. A T ^ T ^jgP1 spring ' '^-- variable OF

Crape Myrtle Height: 10-20' Spread: 8-10' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Lagerstroemia idica This is a popular small tree in the southern United States. It requires full sun and maximum heat to flowerOUT and grow. In southwest Oregon, the flowering period runs from August into September. The tree is not recommended for the coast but is a good selection for the warm interior valleys of the Rogue and Umpqua basins. IS

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Dogwood, Evergreen Height: 30' Spread: 30' Growth: moderate Hardy: south coast Cornus capitata This tree sheds leavesinformation: in cold weather but remains hardy to 150F. A good selection for some of the milder coastal areas. Choose grafted trees, as seed- lings will not bloom until they are 8-10 years old. Resistant to verticillium wilt.

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Varieties: The following selections are recommended because of their resistance to dogwood anthracnose and powdery mildew: 'Rutban aurora dogwood,' most 'Rutcan constellation dogwood,' 'Rutdan celestial dogwood/ and 'Rutgan THIS stellar pink dogwood. 'Aurora/ 'Constellation/ and 'Celestial' have white flower bracts.

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Dove Tree Height: 40' Spread: 30' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas (Handkerchief Tree) Davidia involucrata Introduced from China, this unique tree makes a great focal point in a park or arboretum. The flower consists of two creamy white bracts. The upper, smaller bract and a lower, longer bract that may reach several inches are separated by a yellowish, ball-shaped flower head. Since the tree is in full leaf when the flowers emerge, the pendulous and uneven white bracts resemble a flock of roosting doves or white linen handkerchiefs blowing in the breeze. It is reported to flower sporadically on the east coast but is more consistent in western Oregon. spring '/■rv' ^^ DATE.

Empress Tree Height: 40' Spread: 40' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas (Royal Paulownia) OF Paulownia tomentosa Large pyramidal clusters of fragrant blue, bell-shaped flowers appear in mid- May before the leaves. The flower display is quite striking, especially on large trees and mass plantings. However, old flower buds, seed pods, and twigs seems to continuously litter the groundOUT beneath, so avoid planting near walkways and decks. The tree is more appropriate as a background planting in large yards and natural areas where tidiness is not required. Flower buds are present all winter and oftenIS are injured by subfreezing temperatures. Shallow surface roots and some suckering can be a problem. Reference 12 describes seed propagation techniques. spring

Ginkgo (Maidenhair Tree) Height: 45' Spread:information: 35' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Gingko biloba This ancient tree, whose leaves have been found in fossils, is not bothered by insects or diseases and is resistant to oak root fungus. Plant only grafted male trees because the female produces great quantities of foul-smelling fruit. 61T* - golden yellow PUBLICATIONcurrent Goldenchain Tree Height: 25' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Laburnum watereri Yellow, pendulous flowers hang from this tree in late spring. Showiness is mostaccentuated when the trees are planted in groups of three or five. Remove seed THIS pods because they are toxic and reduce the tree's vigor. W « #

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Gum, Snow Height: 20' Spread: 8' Growth: moderate Hardy: coast, low Eucalyptus niphophila elevations of interior valleys This broadleaf evergreen is reputed to be the hardiest of the eucalypts, able to withstand temperatures of 0-10oF. It offers white bark, a somewhat crooked trunk, silvery blue lance-shaped leaves, and creamy white flowers in summer. Plant connoisseurs should consider experimental plantings of this genus with its multitude of foliage, bark, and growth shapes.

Varieties: More than 500 species of the genus Eucalyptus exist, with hundreds of varieties and hybrids. Consult reference 16 for a comprehensive listing of the many eucalypts available to West Coast gardeners. Many are experimental in this area because of their questionable hardiness; however,DATE. numerous species can grow new shoots from the roots. 6i?r«f summer OF

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Gum, Sweet Height: 40-50' Spread: 20-25' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Liquidambar styraciflua OUT Grafted selections are more predictable for form and fall color. Leaf color varies from one geographic ISarea to another. If you dislike raking leaves, don't plant this tree because its leaves fall for several months. Surface roots also can be a problem in lawns and medians, and can lift up sidewalks.

Varieties: L. styraciflua 'Festival' has a narrow and columnar growth habit and the traditional array of autumn colors. 'Burgundy' puts on a dazzling display of deep red to burgundy leaves each fall. 'Palo Alto' has a broadly pyramidal form with orange information:to red leaves in autumn. 'Rotundiloba' has rounded rather than sharp leaf lobes. Its growth habit is pyramidal, and fall foliage varies from yellow-orange to purple. Resistant to armillaria root rot.

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Harlequin Glorybower Height: 20' Spread: 20' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas (Vitamin Tree) except high Clereodendrum trichotomum Cascades Harlequin Glorybower grows naturally as a large, multistemmed shrub. It often is trained to form a small tree with a single trunk. It is prized as an ornamental because of the fragrant and spectacular white, tubular flowers it displays in late summer when few other shrubs or trees are in bloom. Red calyces remain after flowering and surround blue berries in the fall. The tree has a tendency to send up lots of shoots from the base (suckers) when trained to a single trunk, but can be managed. If it freezes to the ground, it will regrow from the roots. When crushed, the leaves smell like vitamins; hence, the tree's other common name—vitamin tree. DATE. o 6 m $f summer

Haw, Black Height: 15' Spread: 15' Growth: moderateOF Hardy: all areas Viburnum prunifolium Creamy white clusters of spring flowers, followed by clusters of black berries and fiery red autumn foliage, make this native an attractive selection for sunny or shady locations. Hawthom-like leaves and numerous black berries give the species its common name. The berriesOUT are edible and great for attracting birds. €/A 1>T §^spring *&.red ''/•rv,x IS

Hawthorn, Crimson Cloud Height: 15-20' Spread: 10-15' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Crataegus laevigata (oxyacantha) Where hawthorn rust and leaf spot diseases are prevalent, it's important to select a resistant tree species. Susceptible hawthorns often are defoliated or rendered unsightly by information:these foliar diseases. Resistant to verticillium wilt. Varieties: Oxyacantha and C. Crus-galli inermis 'Crusader' are resistant to hawthorn rust and leaf spot. 6 T$T flpV"»« ® ^

Holly, English Height:current 6-40' Spread: 6-15' Growth: moderate Hardy: coast, Ilex aquifolium PUBLICATION interior valleys Numerous selections of this broadleaf evergreen have been grown since colonial times. Height and spread vary. Male and female flowers are borne on separate plants, so a male tree is needed to fertilize female plants, thus assuring mostproduction of red berries. Resistant to oak root fungus, verticillium wilt, and THIS armillaria root rot. For om® http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Honeylocust, Thomless Height: 45' Spread: 35' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Gleditsia triacanthos 'inermis' This tree tolerates demanding city and streetside conditions. The honeylocust pod gall midge, which distorts leaves, recently has become a problem pest of this species. The double pinnately compound leaves can be removed from the lawn with a mower. Resistant to verticillium wilt.

Varieties: Many clones exist. 'Skyline' and 'Shademaster' are the most popular green-leaf selections. 'Sunburst' has bright golden-yellow foliage in the spring and in most climates retains this color throughout the summer. All three of these clones are seedless and thomless. A ^E- yellow DATE.

Hornbeam, Height: 35' Spread: 25' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Pyramidal European OF Carpinus betulus Jastigiata' The dense pyramidal form and symmetry of 'Fastigiata,' coupled with its heat and drought tolerance, make it an excellent selection for street plantings. It can be clipped and trained into a large screen or hedge. Resistant to verticillium wilt. OUT

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Ironwood, Catalina Height: 60' Spread: 40' Growth: moderate Hardy: Gold Beach- Lyonothamnus floribundus Brookings area This is a tree for rare plant collectors. The unique evergreen leaves seem to be pinnately compound, but actually are lobed in a scalloped, tooth-like fashion. The bark is reddishinformation: and sheds in long, thin strips as it matures. A profusion of white blossoms, which contrast nicely with the foliage, are borne in flat clusters up to 18 inches long. The tree requires well-drained soil for optimal growth. Winter pruning is necessary to maintain shape and control growth. spring Mk current Katsura TreePUBLICATION Height: 40' Spread: 40' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Cercidiphyllum japonicum This slow-growing, pest-free tree was introduced from Japan in 1865. Its leaves resemble those of a redbud and flutter like those of an aspen. If trained to a single trunk, growth is upright and columnar. If trained to multiple trunks, it most eventually will be rounded and spreading. Fall foliage (yellow to red hues) can THIS be accentuated by withholding water in late August and September. This tree needs protection or frequent water during the summer to tolerate heat and For wind. A very formal and striking tree for parks and small yards. http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog9 / '*£• yellow to red

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Laurel, English Height: 30' Spread: 20' Growth: fast Hardy: coast, Prunus laumcemsus interior valleys This broadleaf evergreen is grown most commonly as a hedge, but when trained to a single trunk makes an attractive tree with thick, glossy green foliage that resembles a magnolia. Ample summer water and annual fertilizing enhance its appearance and speed growth. In the interior valleys, it does best in partial shade. A close relative, P. lusitanica or Portugal laurel, is more drought- tolerant, has smaller black-green leaves, and small, creamy white flowers in numerous 5- to 10-inch spikes. Birds love the small black or purple fruit of both species. €) 6 T$T fj^sp™* S^ 4^ DATE. Lilac, Japanese Tree Height: 20' Spread: 15' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Syringa reticulata This large shrub can be trained to a single trunk.OF Large clusters of white showy flowers appear in late spring. It is a fine specimen tree for private landscapes and always a conversation piece when in bloom. Not a good street tree where borers and scale are prevalent. 6wre spring OUT Locust, Shademaster Height: 45' Spread: IS35' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Gleditsia triacanthos 'inermis' An excellent street tree because of its upright branches. Fine pinnately com- pound leaves can be picked up with a lawnmower. Other clones worth consid- ering: 'Sunburst,' 'Skyline,' and 'True Shade.' information:

Madrone Height: 20-100' Spread: 40' Growth: slow Hardy: Coast Arbutus menziesii Range, interior hillsides. Cascade foothills This native broadleaf evergreen tolerates drought and should be considered for drycurrent hillside plantings. It offers several ornamental features. In late spring, large PUBLICATIONclusters of bell-shaped flowers form at branch ends, followed by bright red or orange berries in late summer and fall. The smooth brown bark sheds through- out the life of the tree. Transplanting native seedlings seldom is successful. Instead, obtain potted plants from native plant nurseries. Consult reference 12 mostfor details on seed propagation. Resistant to armillaria root rot. THIS A ^^ late spring A For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Magnolia Height: 12-25' Spread: 10-25' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Magnolia sp. As spring-flowering trees, magnolias are unsurpassed. They have few insect and disease problems. This genus has more than 85 species and numerous hybrids and clones.

Varieties: The most widely planted of all magnolias are hybrids and selections of M. soulangiana. 'Rustic rubra,' 'Picture,' 'Burgundy,' 'Alba superba,' and 'Tom Dodd seedling # 4' are some popular selections. Popular selections of the compact M. lilliflora include 'Nigra' (one of the darkest flowering magnolias) and 'O'Neill.' Selections of M. stellata, commonly known as star magnolia, include 'Royal star' and 'Rosea.' Flower color ranges from white, to an array of pink and rose shades, to dark purple. Consult referencesDATE. 2,4, and 8 for a comprehensive listing of magnolias. ^Hi ) 1^1 ^Hr sPr'nS '&■' ydlow/brownOF

Magnolia, Southern Height: 80' Spread: 40' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Magnolia grandiflora except Cascades As its name implies, this broadleaf evergreen is native to the southern United States. Its leaves can reach 8 inchesOUT long. They are glossy on the top and coated with a brown, felt-like substance on the underside. In Oregon, the tree's lemon- scented flowers bloom over a long period. In the south, leaf drop occurs at the end of the second year;IS however, in Oregon leaf drop can be sporadic and often is accentuated by cold temperatures. The tree's stately grandeur and ornamen- tal value—especially the flowers—are best realized in climates with mild winters and long, hot summers. summer information:A Maidenhair Tree See Gingko

Maple, Amur Height: 20' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Acer ginnala This hardy shrub can be pruned to a single or multiple trunk to form a small currenttree. It is a good selection for high elevations. Fall color can be striking. PUBLICATIONm I ^ I ^' red-yellow %m most THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Maple, Bigleaf Height: 100' Spread: 50' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Acer macrophyllum This Pacific Northwest native is well adapted to the dry summers of south- west Oregon. Its size restricts it to locations that can accommodate a large spreading tree. Few horticultural selections exist. For seed propagation, obtain reference 12. Resistant to oak root fungus and armillaria root rot. t>6 ■:■ yellow

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Maple, Japanese Height: 3-30' Spread: 6-20' Growth: moderate-fast Hardy: all areas Acer palmatum except high OUT Cascades Growth habits vary from dwarf weeping varieties that may never exceed 3' in height or width to larger spreading varieties that may reach up to 20'. Leaf shape and color, seed color,IS and bark color also vary, and most selections are based on one or several of these characteristics. Resistant to armillaria root rot.

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Maple, Norway Height: 35-50' Spread: 30' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Acer platanoides Height and spread of the Norway maple varies greatly among the dozens of clones. Columnar, pyramidal, and spreading forms are available. Summer foliagecurrent color ranges from green, bronze red, to purple. This tree requires regular PUBLICATIONwatering during summer. Consider form, spread, height, and foliage color(s) when selecting a clone.

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Maple, Paperbark Height: 25' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Acer griseum Orange-brown to cinnamon-brown bark sheds naturally, adding to the rare beauty of this tree. Leaves have a delicate texture and turn red in the fall.

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Mimosa (Silk Tree) Height: 40' Spread: 50' Growth: fast Hardy: coast, Albizia julibrissin interior valleys This hardy mimosa puts on a flower display from late July into September. It is very drought-resistant and drops all of its leaves at first frost. The long flower- ing period is accompanied by a constant shedding of dried flowers and, later, by pods and leaves. Nevertheless, it has the longest flowering period of any northern ornamental tree and remains popular as a patio tree. When planted in a lawn, mowing takes care of the fallen litter.

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Mulberry Height: 35' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Morus alba DATE. Fruited varieties of M. alba and M. nigra provide food for birds, but should be considered for rural settings only because of the messiness of the fruit. In areas that experience fall frosts, leaf drop is sudden andOF complete. Resistant to armillaria root rot.

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Nannyberry Height: 30' Spread: 30' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Viburnum lentago information: This large shrub can be trained into a small, shade-tolerant tree suitable for growing under taller trees or at the edge of a woodland. Small, creamy-white spring flowers turn into edible red berries that mature to a dark blue. Glossy green leaves turn red in autumn. A great shade-tolerant choice. Relatively pest- free. Birds are attracted to the fruit. PUBLICATIONocurrent 6 m sf spring

Oak, California Black Height: 40-90' Spread: 40-50' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Quercus kelloggii mostThis native oak grows faster than its close relative, the Oregon white oak. Tolerant of drought and all natural pests, it probably is a better choice than THIS white oak. It is available at most native plant nurseries. Consult reference 12 to learn how to grow your own seedlings. Resistant to verticillium wilt.

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Oak, Holly (Holm Oak) Height: 60' Spread: 40' Growth: moderate Hardy: coast, Quercus ilex interior valleys This broadleaf evergreen tolerates coastal winds and salty air. It lends itself to shearing and shaping, and is especially good as a windbreak. It may require summer watering if planted inland. Resistant to verticillium wilt. 6 • ® V 4

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Oak, Oregon White Height: 40-90' Spread: 50' Growth: slow Hardy: interior Quercus garryana OUT valleys, foothills Consider this native oak as a long-term woodlot tree. Drought-resistant and tolerant of most native pests, its exceptionally slow growth precludes it from most urban landscapeIS plans. It will not tolerate digging, excavations, bark mulches, or frequent summer watering near its base. It is available at most native plant nurseries. Consult reference 12 on how to grow your own seed- lings. Resistant to verticillium wilt. information: Oak, Pin Height: 75' Spread: 40' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Quercus palustris This oak is known for it peculiar growth habit. The upper limbs are upright, the middle ones horizontal, and the bottom branches droop downwards. Removing the lower drooping branches only stimulates the next tier to resume a similar downward growth pattern. All branches arise from a strong central currentleader and give the tree a slender, pyramidal shape. This tree is good in lawns, PUBLICATIONbut should be planted where its fibrous roots will not interfere with streets or sidewalks. It needs an acidic soil because the foliage turns yellow if planted in alkaline soil. Will benefit from summer watering. Resistant to verticillium wilt. most f A '$■:■ orange/red THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Oak, Red Height: 75' Spread: 40' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Quercus rubra This is the fastest growing and most popular oak for ornamental plantings. The new twigs and leaves are red in the spring and gradually turn green. Fall foliage is red. This tree is deep rooted, transplants easily, and has a high branching habit. Like most eastern hardwoods, it requires summer watering, so it is a great choice for irrigated lawns. Its ability to withstand demanding city conditions and its clean habit make it an excellent tree for curbsides and medians. Resistant to verticillium wilt. I red DATE. Oak, Scarlet Height: 75' Spread: 50' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Quercus coccinea The large, bright scarlet leaves make this oak the best of the genus for spectacu- lar fall foliage, especially in climates with crisp,OF cold autumn nights. A native eastern hardwood, it needs water during the summer. Its open branching habit makes it a good choice for irrigated lawns, and its filtered shade creates an excellent garden site. Scarlet oak does not transplant well, so purchase the tree in a pot. Resistant to verticillium OUTwilt. ' ■&:■ scarlet IS Oak, Tanbark Height: 60-90' Spread: 20-30' Growth: moderate Hardy: Coast Lithocarpus densiflorus Range, interior valleys This broadleaf evergreen is native to the coast ranges of southern Oregon and California. Once established, it is drought-tolerant. Resistant to verticillium wilt. information: «>6# *

Parotia, Persian Height: 20' Spread: 15' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Parotia persica This slow-growing, compact, and pest-free tree is excellent for borders and medians.current Its leaves are beech-like and change from yellow to orange and pink PUBLICATIONto scarlet, especially after a frost. The horizontal branches lend a plane-like effect to the foliage and are covered with small red flowers in early spring before the leaves appear. Mature bark sheds. most6T*T3r spring yellow-red THIS PaulowniaFor See Empress tree http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Pear, Ornamental Height: 40' Spread: 15-25' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Pyrus calleryam This species was first introduced into the United States as the Bradford pear. It has been promoted as a tree for all seasons because of its spring flowers, glossy summer foliage, colorful autumn leaves, and small, pendulent, pear-sized fruits that hang from bare branches in the winter. However, the tree has proved somewhat disappointing. It displays colorful fall foliage only in areas that have frost, warm days, and cold nights. In addition, although extremely winter- hardy and pest free, the weak crotch angles are highly susceptible to breakage from ice and wind.

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Plum, Flowering Height: 6-40' Spread: 6-25' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Prunus sp. Like the flowering cherry, this tree has dozens of species, many hybrids, and hundreds of cultivars. UnlikeOUT the flowering cherry, however, flowering plum tolerates a wide range of soil types and moisture conditions. It tolerates some aridity but benefits from occasional summer watering. Consult references 5, 6, 8, and 15 for help in selectingIS a flowering plum.

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Poplar, Hybrid Height: 150' information:Spread: 50' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Populas deltoides x Populus trichocarpa Consider the hybrid poplar only for use as a quick-growing hedge or screen, preferably in a rural setting. It prefers deep bottomland soils or sites that can be irrigated during the summer. This poplar is used for commercial lumber and pulp production. Consult reference 10 for the history, culture, and potential use currentof hybrid poplars. PUBLICATIONQ '«£• yellow most THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Redbud Height: 10-25' Spread: 8-25' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Cersfs sp. Redbuds are noted for the purplish or pink flowers that appear before their leaves. Adding to their ornamental appeal are rounded leaves whose entire margins turn yellow to yellow-orange in the fall. C. occidentalis, 'Western redbud,' is a smaller tree that reaches 18'. It is resistant to oak root fungus and quite drought-tolerant. C. chinensis, 'Chinese redbud,' tolerates southwest Oregon conditions, but is not widely available. Redbuds are quite susceptible to verticillium wilt.

Varieties: Unique cultivars of C. canadensis, 'Eastern redbud,' are 'Forest pansy' (new leaves are shiny red-purple), 'Flame' (double pink flowers), and 'Wither's pink charm' (pink flowers without a purple-magenta cast).DATE.

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Shadblow (Serviceberry) Height: 10-25' Spread: 6-15' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Amelanchier canadensis, OUT A. laevis, or A. x grandiflom Serviceberry is best known for its display of drooping clusters of white or pinkish flowers that appearIS before the leaves in the spring. Fall color also can be striking. Form and height vary between the two species A. canadensis and A. laevis and their hybrid A. grandiflora. Many selections have multiple trunks.

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Smoke Tree, Purple Height: 15' Spread: 15' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Cotinus coggygria 'royal purple' This tree prefers dry, well-drained sites. The billowy puffs of purple "smoke" arecurrent stalks of sterile flowers that elongate and become covered with purple PUBLICATIONhairs. The purple smoke and foliage make it an excellent focal point or contrast in the landscape. Resistant to oak root fungus. mostVarieties: 'Royal purple' maintains its purple foliage throughout the summer THIS and turns yellow or orange-red in autumn. A 1^1 iKf summer ' :3$i- yellow/orange red For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Snowball, Japanese Height: 15' Spread: 15' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Viburnum plicatum 'plicatum' Japanese snowball can be grown as a shrub or trained to a single trunk. It is most striking when in bloom. Snowball-like clusters of white, sterile flowers are borne upright in opposite rows on horizontal branches. The horizontal branching pattern, unique arrangement of white flowers, and fiery red fall foliage make this one of the most attractive small trees. A great tree to plant in shady gardens along with rhododendrons and azaleas.

Varieties: V. plicatum 'tomentosum,' known as 'Doublefile viburnum,' has larger white flowers {2-A inches across) that are edged with smaller flowers (1-1.5 inches across), thus creating a lace cap effect. Cultivars worth searching for are 'Cascade,' 'Mariesii,' 'Shasta,' and the dwarf, long-floweringDATE. cultivar 'Watanabe.' 'Doublefile viburnums' set some red berries, and the foliage turns fiery red in autumn. €)6m

Snowbell, Japanese Height: 30' Spread: 25' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Styrax japonica In early June, this compact treeOUT is covered with slightly fragrant white, bell- shaped, drooping flowers. The flowers appear after the leaves but are notice- able because they hang below the branches, while the leaves are held firmly on the upper side. This treeIS prefers well-drained soils, but requires frequent summer watering. It is relatively pest-free.

Varieties: Two rare cultivars of S. japonica worth searching for are 'Carillon' and 'Pink chimes.' As its name implies, S. obassia 'Fragrant snowbell' is very fragrant. It also tolerates drought and heat.

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Sorrel Tree (Sourwood) Height: 25-50' Spread: 15-25' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Oxydendrum arboreum For ornamental value, this tree has few peers and is coveted by plant collectors. Lustrous green leaves grace this pyramidal tree from spring to fall and are currentjoined by a summer profusion of white flowers in drooping clusters. In PUBLICATIONautumn, greenish seed pods hang like fingers from branch tips and stand out against the brilliant, long-lasting scarlet red foliage. The tree prefers acidic soil and regular, deep watering in the summer. It is at its best in beds and borders most where it can branch freely from its base. It does not do well in lawns. THIS summer ■:■ scarlet

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Stewartia, Korean Height: 45' Spread: 25' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Stewartia koreana The Korean stewartia is a tree for all seasons. In summer it is covered for weeks with camellia-like white flowers, followed by a spectacular display of orange/ red leaves in the fall. Interesting branch silhouettes display multicolored shedding bark throughout the winter and are hidden in spring by bright green leaves. The Japanese Stewartia, S. pseudocamelia is very similar, but its bark is more colorful and the fall foliage is purplish. The summer flowers are numer- ous but smaller, and its mature height can reach 60 feet. summer ' '^l- orange/red fRkr

Stewartia, Mountain Height: 15' Spread: 15' Growth: moderate DATE.Hardy: all areas Stewartia ovata Plant this compact native in small yards or confined areas that can't accommo- date a larger Stewartia. The tree's display of camellia-likeOF white flowers in July and August is followed by a mass of brilliant orange leaves in autumn. Stewartias are difficult to transplant, so purchase them in containers and plant in a permanent location. sjl Jr A 1^1 iffc summer OUT ' :$k- brilliant orange

Sumac, Staghom Height: 15' Spread: IS5-15' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Rhus typhinia R. typhinia is the best sumac for southwest Oregon. It will produce shoots from the base (sucker) and often is used to form a grove. Older trunks can be cut to the ground to force new shoots. Fall color is striking, and established plants require little water. It tolerates almost all soils and is relatively pest-free. Resistant to armillariainformation: root rot. A I & T ^gf summer ' &:■ red/orange

Tree of Heaven Height: 60' Spread: 40' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Ailanthus altissima Thiscurrent tree is appropriate for the interior Rogue and Umpqua valleys on sites PUBLICATIONwhere few other trees would thrive. It tolerates heat and drought. In late summer, seed clusters are a bright reddish orange and attract considerable attention. Propagate the tree from root cuttings or suckers from female plants that exhibit good seed color. To reduce or eliminate viable seed production and mostlessen the chance of this tree becoming a weed, avoid planting male trees. THIS summer For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog t mod. good H ® V 4 A % partial 6• 6W use under flowers fall shade deer- attracts broadleaf deciduous conifer palm sun drought-tolerance powerlines color tree resistant wildlife evergreen Broad leaf trees 61

Tulip Tree Height: 60' Spread: 30' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Lirodendron tulipifera This tree's flowers are up to 2 inches long, greenish-yellow with an orange base, and resemble a tulip. Although interesting up close, they are not con- spicuous at a distance. Because of its fast and upright growth habit, this tree is a valuable landscape tree that can be planted in rather confined areas. Its lyre- shaped leaves and pest-free nature make it attractive for street plantings. Resistant to armillaria root rot. spring ' '3p2-- yellow

Tupelo, Black Height: 50' Spread: 25' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas (black Gum, Sour Gum) DATE. Nyssa sylvatica During the fall in its native eastern United States, this tree blazes as red as any maple. Even in the Pacific Northwest, it dazzlesOF with brilliant reds and oranges and is a great selection for enhancing our rather dull autumns. Male and female trees planted together produce abundant small blue fruits in autumn. To avoid fruit litter on walkways or decks, select only male plants. The tree does not transplant well and seldom is available in containers at local nurser- ies. It tolerates moist sites as OUTwell as occasional drought. Water in the summer to ensure establishment. A ' '$2;- brilliant red/orangeIS

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Willow, Corkscrew Height: 30' Spread: 20' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Salix matsudam information: When dormant, the twisted and distorted branches make an interesting winter silhouette. Few other redeeming values.

Willow, Golden Weeping Height: 75' Spread: 50' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Salix alba current PUBLICATIONThis tree's weak wood and annual shedding of leaves and twigs make it a poor selection for lawns or traffic areas. Consider planting it beside ponds or streams in rural settings where debris is not a concern. Similar species include most S. babylonica, S. blanda, and the corkscrew willow, S. matsudana. THIS Varieties: 'Tristis,' 'Vitellina,' and the red-stem form, 'Chermesina,' are the most common selections in nurseries. For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Wisteria, Tree Form Height: 6-8' Spread: 6-8' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas (Chinese Wisteria) Wisteria sinensis Growing this vine up a stake forces it into tree form. Violet-blue flower clusters, which appear in early spring before the leaves, open up all at once and are slightly fragrant. This is a great deck-side tree that provides a profusion of spring color. Resistant to armillaria root rot. D6m# spring

Witch Hazel Height: 15' Spread: 8' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Hamamelis intermedia H. intermedia is a hybrid cross of H. mollis and H. virginiana.DATE. Several clones are available. The ornamental value is evident in the fragrant yellow to red flowers that appear before the leaves in early spring, and the yellow to orange-red foliage in autumn. OF OATf spring '•&:■ yellow

Zelkova Height: 50' Spread: 40' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Zelkova serrata OUT This is a good, clean shade tree that has been used in some cities to replace the American elm. It has no centralIS main branch but rather an abundance of crowded, upright branches that make an interesting winter silhouette. Mature bark sheds and adds to the ornamental appeal.

Varieties: Popular grafted cultivars are 'Halka,' 'Green vase,' and 'Village green.' 'Elm zelkova' and 'Caucasian zelkova,' selections of the closely related species, Z. carpinifolia, are uncommoninformation: but well worth looking for. ]^ jr A ' fJC- orange/rusty red

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Conifer trees

Cedar, Atlas Height: 60-120' Spread: 30-40' Growth: slow-mod. Hardy: all areas Cedrus atlantica This true cedar bears upright cones that disperse as scales rather than falling off as a whole cone. Once established, it requires very little water and is an excel- lent selection for nonirrigated landscapes and arid sites. It is slower growing than the deodar cedar and more manageable as a landscape specimen. Resis- tant to verticillium wilt.

Varieties: Popular selections include 'Argentea' (silver atlas cedar), 'Glauca' (blue atlas cedar), 'Glauca pendula' (weeping blue atlasDATE. cedar), and 'Aurea' (golden atlas cedar). 6 A OF

Cedar, Deodar Height: 150' Spread: 40-50' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Cedrus deodara The deodar cedar is not a tree for small yards or foundation plantings. Its fast growth and wide spread makeOUT it ideal for background plantings and large open areas. The foliage is softer and lighter than that of other cedars and droops at the branch tips. The tip of the central growing shoot also exhibits a drooping or arching growth habit. ISThis tree tolerates heat and drought. Clones include selections with compact, drooping, and prostrate growth habits and blue, green, or golden-yellow foliage. Resistant to verticillium wilt. 6 4

Cedar, Incense Height: 70-110' information: Spread: 30-40' Growth: fast Hardy: all areas Calocedrus decurrens Lustrous green foliage is densely massed, has an aromatic fragrance, and is very popular for Chrishnas greens and wreaths. Tree form is pyramidal and quite symmetrical. It tolerates summer heat and poor soils but benefits from summer watering. Incense-cedar is quite resistant to armillaria root rot and doesn't seem to be bothered by Pyhtophthora lateralis, the root rot fungus that has greatly currentdiminished plantings of Port-Orford-cedar. Resistant to verticillium wilt and PUBLICATIONarmillaria root rot. €>6 A most THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Cypress, Smooth Arizona Height: 40' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate-fast Hardy: coast, Cupressus glabra lower elevations of interior valleys Once established, this tree needs very little water. It has smooth cherry-colored bark that contrasts nicely with its grayish-silver, scale-like foliage. C. glabra may die when temperatures dip below 120F. The native species of C. bakeri, Baker cypress, might be a better selection when hardiness is a concern. Baker cypress is slower growing and reaches a mature height of 25-30 feet. The Monterey cypress, C. macrocarpa, is less hardy than C. bakeri but should be considered for planting on the southern Oregon coast. Resistant to verticillium wilt. 6 A DATE. Fir, Douglas Height: >200' Spread: 50' Growth: moderate-fast Hardy: all areas Pseudotsuga menziesii 'mensiesii' OF Although this is the primary timber tree of the Pacific Northwest and the most popular conifer to train into Christmas trees, it is underutilized in landscapes. It tolerates all but the driest and wettest sites and is relatively pest-free—exceed- ingly so when compared to the Colorado blue spruce, Picea pungens. It can be poodled or, with proper training, OUTused as a topiary plant. It can be planted densely and sheared into hedges or living screens. Dense spacings usually require supplemental waterIS during the summer. Resistant to verticillium wilt. Variety: P. menziesii 'Glauca' is the Rocky Mountain variety, which is more drought-tolerant and about half the size of mensiesii. 6 k

Firs, True Height: >150' Spread:information: 30" Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Abies sp. True firs by nature are found mainly in alpine and subalpine climates. With proper care and summer watering, most of the Pacific Northwest firs, as well as some eastern firs, will grow in lower elevation landscapes, but probably will not reach the height or form of their alpine counterparts. White fir tolerates dry sites best, and grand fir can be found in its natural range from sea level to 7,000 feet. Thecurrent natural elevation ranges for five true firs common to southwest Oregon are: PUBLICATIONAbies amabilis (Pacific silver fir), 1,000-6,000 feet; Abies concolor (white fir), 1,970- 11,150 feet; Abies grandis (grand fir), sea level-7,000 feet; Abies magnifica (Califor- nia red fir) 5,000- 9,000 feet; and Abies procera (noble fir), 1,400-6,000 feet. mostResistant to verticillium wilt. THIS m 6®k For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Monkey Puzzle Tree Height: 70-90' Spread: 30-40' Growth: slow Hardy: coast, Araucaria araucana interior valleys Mature trees display a mass of twisted branches that sport scale-like, leathery leaves with rather sharp edges and very sharp points. The monkey puzzle tree is native to Chile, where it is the main timber tree. Its common name is derived from a myth that claims it is the only tree a monkey can't climb down from because of the confusion caused by its twisted branches and sharp, needle- pointed leaves. As a specimen tree, it is conspicuous and distinctive. Suscep- tible to winter kill when temperatures drop below 120F. Resistant to verticil- lium wilt. Ak DATE. Pine, Blue Swiss Stone Height: 60-100' Spread: 40' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Pinus cembra 'glauca' This pine tolerates extreme cold and poor soils.OF It is slow growing and, with minimal pruning every 2 or 3 years, is an excellent selection for small yards. The blue sheen of the needles and tight pyramidal form add to its ornamental appeal. Resistant to verticillium wilt. 6 H® A OUT

Pine, KMX Height: 80-90' Spread: 40-50' Growth: fast Hardy: <2,500 ft Pmws attenuata x IS elevation Pinus radiata This pine originated from U.S. Forest Service efforts to breed a pine tree that could tolerate drought-stricken sites in the Siskiyou and Rogue national forests. It combined the fast growth of the Monterey pine, P. attenuata, with the cold hardiness of the Knobcone pine, P. radiata. Most of the KMXs available today are second-generationinformation: seedlings that vary in their growth rate, hardiness, and other characteristics. In the home landscape, consider them for background plantings or for use as fast-growing screens. Resistant to verticillium wilt. 6*®4

Pine, Ponderosa Height: 150' Spread: 40' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Pinus ponderosa current PUBLICATIONThe mature bark of this pine is yellow-brown and forms platelets that are separated by deep black fissures. It should be considered as a background tree or planted in sparse groves as it does not tolerate shade. Jeffery pine, P. jeffreyi, most is a similar species that ranges from northern California to southern Oregon. THIS 6 •® 4 For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Pine, Scotch Height: 70-100' Spread: 30' Growth: moderate Hardy: all areas Pinus sylvestris One of the most popular pines for commercial and private landscapes. In early years, the growth habit is strongly pyramidal, changing to various shapes as it matures. On older trees, the bark is orange-red and somewhat flaky. Resistant to verticillium wilt and armillaria root rot.

Varieties: Two popular selections are P. sylvestris 'Argentea,' which has silver foliage, and P. sylvestris 'French Blue,' which retains its blue color through the winter. 6*®k DATE. Pine, Shore Height: 20^0' Spread: 20' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Pmws contorta 'contorta' This slow-growing pine is another good evergreenOF selection for small yards, containers, and for use as bonsai. It is native to the coast and tolerates wind and salt spray. Lodgepole pine, P. contorta 'Murrayana,' grows to 100' and is common on the east slope of the Cascades. Resistant to verticillium wilt. 6*® A OUT

Pine, Umbrella Height: 40' Spread: 15' Growth: slow Hardy: all areas Sciadopitys verticillata IS A very slow-growing evergreen that resembles a pine but actually is in the yew family. Soft, dark-green needles, 3-6 inches long, radiate outward from the ends of branches and twigs and give the tree an umbrella-like appearance. A very unique tree for containers and rare plant enthusiasts. Resistant to verticil- lium wilt. f) • ® A information:

Redwood, Coast Height: >300' Spread: 30-50' Growth: moderate-fast Hardy: all areas Sequoia sempervirens The coast redwood is the tallest of the world's trees. Its native range extends from Monterey County, California, to Curry County, Oregon. Outside of its nativecurrent range, it requires regular summer watering to reach any significant PUBLICATIONheight and maintain moderate growth. Naturally, it is not a tree for small yards and is at its best when planted in groves or as a specimen plant where it can branch freely from its base. Resistant to verticillium wilt. most 6A THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Redwood, Dawn Height: >100' Spread: 50' Growth: moderate-fast Hardy: all areas Metasequoia glyptostroboides except high Cascades This tree was known only as a fossil before it was discovered in China in 1941. It resembles a coast redwood but has shorter, softer needles, which are dark green and deciduous. It is pyramidal in form but can spread to 50' or more. Unlike many conifers, it can be propagated by softwood or hardwood cuttings. The bark is reddish and furrowed, and the base takes on a buttressed shape as the tree matures. The dawn redwood is an excellent specimen tree for land- scapes that can accommodate a large spreading tree or a grove of large trees. It handles drought better than people realize, but requires summer watering to attain optimum growth. Resistant to oak root fungusDATE. and verticillium wilt. 6*

Sequoia, Giant Height: 325' Spread: 50' Growth:OF moderate Hardy: all areas Sequoiadendron giganteum Giant sequoia is hardier than the coast redwood and more drought-tolerant, although it benefits from summer watering. It is preferred for the interior valleys of southwest Oregon. Its pyramidal form is appreciated best when it is allowed to retain its branchesOUT from the base upward. It should be placed in the landscape where its growth is not restricted or crowded by more mature plantings. Resistant toIS verticillium wilt. 64

Spruce, Brewer's Weeping Height: 100-120' Spread: 20-40' Growth: moderate Hardy: south coast Picea breweriana This spruce is native to the Siskiyou Mountains of northern California and southern Oregon.information: Its swooping main branches sport drooping branchlets that hang vertically from 7-8 feet. It prefers a moist, cool coastal climate but will grow in interior sites with summer irrigation. Resistant to verticillium wilt. • ® A PUBLICATIONcurrent most THIS For http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Hardy palms

Date Palm, Canary Island Height: 60' Spread: 50' Growth: slow Hardy: coastal Phoenix canariensis areas. Gold Beach south, 20oF This palm has a thick trunk with a dense crown of arching 10-foot fronds. It adapts to container plantings inland when winter protection is provided. £

Fan Palm, California Height: 60' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate DATE.Hardy: 18°F Washingtonia filifera When mature, the fronds of this palm bend downward and form a thick mat of thatch on the trunk, immediately below the green canopy. As the tree ages, you can remove the mat of dead fronds. The CaliforniaOF fan palm has a sturdier trunk than does the Mexican fan palm. bt OUT Fan Palm, Mediterranean Height: 20' Spread: 20' Growth: slow Hardy: 60F Chatnaerops humilis This probably is the hardiestIS palm. It produces offshoots from the base and often forms a clump of multiple stems with green to bluish-green fronds. It is good for container plantings and mass plantings in borders and under trees. 6T*Tf

Fan Palm, Mexican Height: 100' Spread:information: 20' Growth: moderate Hardy: 20oF Washingtonia robusta Despite its name, robusta, the Mexican fan palm has a more slender trunk, a more compact crown, and a rougher thatch than the California fan palm. The trunk often curves as it matures. It tolerates poor soil but responds well to summer watering and fertilizer. PUBLICATION6$current

Jelly Palm (Pindo Palm) Height: 20' Spread: 10' Growth: slow Hardy: 150F Butia capitata mostThis is one of the hardier palms. It will grow as far north as Coos Bay and in protected areas inland. The trunk is normally short and tapered. Trees look THIS their best when the spent fronds (leaves) are cut off at equal lengths. For 0m t http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Windmill palm Height: 30' Spread: 20' Growth: moderate Hardy: 10oF Tmchycarpus fortunei The upper portion of this tree's trunk often is thicker than the base. Blackish fibers grow on all but the oldest portions of the trunk. The tree responds well to summer watering and fertilizer. Its fan-like fronds are approximately 3 feet long and borne on 1.5-foot toothed stalks. T#T»®f DATE. OF

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