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1 In each neighbourhood, Saanich Parks attempts to maintain a healthy diversity of trees, and plant tree species that are more resistant to disease, pests, drought, compaction, pollution, and urban stress. To maximize environmental benefits, Saanich Parks will generally select the largest tree that will grow on a site without causing future complications. Resident s preferences for specific trees are accommodated where possible. Saanich Parks will ensure the selections match the mature size of the tree with the width of the boulevard, consider overhead wires, utilities, building set-backs, and other constraints to potential growth. Other species not on this list will be considered depending on site location and conditions. Tree planting takes place in late fall/winter when the ground is saturated. Please send your selection(s) in an to parks@saanich.ca and include your address in the subject line. District of Saanich Parks t McKenzie Ave f Page Victoria BC V8P 2L4

2 Native Trees 1. Quercus garryana Garry oak 15 m 12 m N/A N/A Native oak, drought tolerant. Will prefer full sun. Great glossy green foliage color. Long-living tree, up to 400 years. Interesting irregular growth habit with a broad and round crown consisting of many thick gnarled twisting branches (usually covered by moss). Wood is hard, strong and heavy. The acorns are sweet and edible and an important source of food and habitat for wildlife. Garry oak ecosystem have been deemed endangered. This is an iconic tree native to the Saanich Peninsula. 2. Thuja plicata Western Red cedar 30 m 18 m Evergreen N/A N/A Large native conifer. Will prefer well drained moist soil. Can tolerate part shade and is able to reproduce under a dense shade canopy. Will prefer full sun. Intolerant of dry conditions. This is a long-living tree that can reach important size at maturity. The deep green foliage is very ornamental and aromatic. Great for big open spaces. Large long-living na ve tree that prefer full sun loca on. Douglas fir has an aggressive shallow 3. Pseudotsuga menziesii Douglas fir 30 m 15 m Evergreen N/A N/A root system and can tolerate growing in shallow rocky soil. Fast growing. Douglas fir are the second-tallest conifer in the world and can reach imposing dimensions. This iconic tree of the West Coast Pacific is suitable for large open area with plenty of space to develop to maturity. 1 P age

3 Large Ornamental Shade Trees 4. Acer platanoides 'Emerald Queen' Emerald Queen Norway Maple 15 m 10 m No N/A Vigorous, well-formed tree that can tolerate of a wide range of soils. Tolerant of heat and drought and many urban pollutants. Many types of birds are known to use the seeds as a food source. 5. Acer rubrum Red Maple 12 m 8 m No N/A Large shade tree with a wide crown and spectacular color. This tree is considered low maintenance, making it an excellent urban tree. Lots of variety are available. Does not tolerate drought and will prefer full sun. 6. Fraxinus excelsior 'Westhof' Westhof Glory Ash 20 m 10 m No N/A This tree has a tall straight trunk with a large broad closed crown. It can tolerate urban and coastal condi ons. Prefer full sun, great bright color. 2 P age

4 This tree is deep rooted with an irregular shape that can resist wind and snow damage. This 7. Ginko biloba 15 m 10 m No N/A deciduous conifer is prac cally pest-free and deer resistant. The unique foliage casts light to Maidenhair Tree moderate shade. It can tolerate most soil, including compacted soil. A great choice for urban se ngs. Liquidambar Styraciflua This vigorous tree with outstanding colour is drought resistant and generally pest free. 8. 'Worplesdon ' Worplesdon Sweetgum 12 m 8 m No N/A Worplesdon is a cul var with a wider crown. Sweetgums are intolerant to shade and will prefer moist soil condi ons. A rela vely slow growing species with highly ornamental bark and brilliant foliage. This 9. Nyssa sylvatica Black Tulpelo 15 m 8 m No N/A tree can tolerate poorly drained site making it a great choice for low spot and rain gardens. It can tolerate standing water and drought. Birds are a racted to the fruits and flowers are an excellent nectar source for bees. 3 P age

5 10. Platanus x acerifolia 'Bloodgood' Bloodgood London Plane 20 m 17 m N/A More anthracnose resistant than other Plane varieties. This tree will prefer full sun and moist/wet organic soil. Highly ornamental bark. A great shade tree for urban settings. This tree is tolerant of coastal conditions and well-adapted to areas with poor drainage. Great choice for rows or group planting. 11. Quercus coccinea Scarlet Oak 18 m 12 m N/A This is a large tree with a rounded open crown. It can tolerates drought and will prefer dry, acidic, sandy soils and full sun locations. Long-living, durable strong wood and considered to be a low-maintenance tree. Scarlet oak is less subject to chlorosis problems as much as the closely related pin oak (Q. palustris). 12. Quercus palustris Pin Oak 15 m 12 m N/A This oak has a unique horizontal branching pattern. It can tolerate poorly drained soils and even some flooding. Recommended for rain gardens and catch basin. This tree may take up to 20 years to bear a first crop of acorns. The leaves turn deep red in fall. This is a very adaptable long-living oak species with strong wood. 4 P age

6 13. Quercus robur English Oak 18 m 12 m N/A Robur comes from the Latin word meaning robust in reference to the strength and durability of the tree. This is a large, sturdy tree with a very large crown. It will prefer moist well-drained loams but will adapt to a wide range of soil conditions. This tree will prefer full sun and may take 25 years before the first crop of acorns. This is a good urban tree for a wide canopy. 14. Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Shademaster' Shademaster Honey Locust 21 m 8 m N/A This tree has a vase shape growing habit. This fast growing tree that can tolerate compaction and urban pollution. Leaflet decompose quickly at fall, no raking require. Thornless. Great urban tree. This tree has winter interest due to its unusual form. 15. Quercus frainetto Forest Green 15m 10m N/A Glossy deep green foliage, with strong symmetrical shape. Great all around tree. 5 P age

7 Medium Ornamental Trees 16. Acer truncatum x A. platanoides 'Warrensred' Pacific Sunset Maple 10 m 8 m N/A Fast growing, hardy, upright, rounded tree. Smooth, dark green, very glossy foliage turns yellow, red and orange in the. It will tolerate a wide range of soils including compacted urban sites, but not poorly drained soils. 17. Aesculus X Carnea 'Briotti ' Red Horse Chestnut 12 m 12 m Glossy, green leaves and large rose-red panicles of flowers in summer. Good shade tree. Prefers moist and fertile soils. Foliage tends to scorch and generally depreciate in dry conditions. Very ornamental. 18. Cladrastis kentukea Yellowwood 10 m 8 m White flowers in Spring resembling wisteria blooms. Yellow/gold color. Excellent lowmaintenance small shade tree. Roots go deep so other plants may be easily grown underneath. Good resistance to pest and disease. Prefer full sun, shade intolerant. 6 P age

8 19. Magnolia acuminata 'Butterflies' Butterflies Magnolia 10 m 5 m Considered to be among the best of all yellow Magnolias. Exceptional, rich yellow, nonfading blooms. Needs to be protected from high winds. Prefer moist, organically rich, welldrained soils. Can tolerate urban pollution. Prefer full sun. 7 P age

9 Columnar Trees 20. Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette' 18 m 2 m N/A Very narrow and compact, with sturdy upright branches. Brilliant colour. Slender Silhouette Sweetgum 21. Magnolia x 'Daybreak' Daybreak Magnolia 10 m 2.5 m Tall, versatile columnar form with 20 to 25 cm blush pink flowers. 22. Quercus palustris 'Green Pillar' Green Pillar Pin Oak 14 m 3 m N/A A very upright form of Pin oak. Glossy, dark green leaves turning deep red to bronze in late autumn. 8 P age

10 23. Quercus robur 'Regal Prince' Regal Prince Oak 15 m 5 m N/A Mildew-resistant summer foliage is glossy and bright green. Sturdy tree. 24. Quercus robur 'Crimschmidt' Crimschmidt Oak 15 m 5 m N/A Fastigiated English oak with dark green, mildew resistant foliage that turns rusty red in. 25. Acer platanoides 'Columnare' Columnar Norway Maple 10 m 5 m N/A Good narrow, columnar, upright maple with striking orange color. 9 P age

11 26. Acer rubrum 'Bowhall' Bowhall Maple 12 m 5 m N/A An upright, pyramidal form with brilliant color. 27. Acer rubrum 'Karpick' Karpick Red Maple 12 m 6 m N/A Excellent street tree that has green leaves turning orange-yellow in the. 28. Acer platanoides 'Crimson Sentry' Crimson Sentry Maple 8 m 4 m N/A Crimson Sentry is a much smaller, denser, and narrower maple than the classic Crimson King Norway maple. Unique purple foliage, very ornamental. 10 P age

12 29. Parrotia persica 'Vanessa' Persian Ironwood 'Vanessa' 8 m 4 m Upright, vase-shaped, heat-tolerant, diseaseresistant tree. Turns shades of crimson, orange and gold in. 30. Parrotia persica 'Ruby Vase' Persian Ironwood 'Ruby Vase' 8 m 4 m Small red blossom before it leafs out. New foliage opens reddish purple, turning a dark healthy green in summer and then to a spectacular fall display of yellow orange and red. Elm shape with strong arching branches and ornamental grey and white exfoliating bark. 31. Sorbus thuringiaca 'Fastigiata' Oakleaf Mt. Ash 8 m 3 m Clusters of white flowers in Spring are followed by bunches of red berries by September. Attract birds. 11 P age

13 32. Carpinus betulus fastigiatus Upright Hornbeam 12 m 6 m N/A A wider columnar tree with serrated leaves that turn gold in. 12 P age

14 Small Trees 33. Acer ginnala 'Flame' Flame Amur Maple 7 m 6 m N/A Blazing red color. A vigorous tree, very tolerant of temperature extremes. Tolerates somewhat heavy pruning. Lots of samaras. Prefer full sun. 34. Acer griseum Paperbark Maple 7 m 5 m N/A Slow growing tree with an oval to rounded crown and open habit. Soft green leaves change to scarlet in. Papery sheets of old bark peel to expose cinnamon-brown new bark. Very ornamental. Appropriate as an understory tree. Tolerate heavy clay soil. Tolerate part shade. 35. Cercis canadensis Eastern Redbud 9 m 5 m Small tree with spreading branches, colorful bloom (even on trunk), shade tolerant. Tolerate wet well drained soil. Good for rain garden and low spots. Considered deer resistant. Great understory tree. 13 P age

15 36. Cornus kousa x nutalli 'Venus' Venus Dogwood 5 m 4 m Bigger blooms, improved drought and cold tolerance, and disease resistant. Prefer cool conditions and part-shade locations. Need regular mulching to protect surface roots from heat. Leaf scorch may occur in full sun locations. 37. Cornus kousa 'Satomi' Satomi Dogwood 5 m 4 m Large, very long lasting, pink flowers bloom in June. Prefer cool conditions and part-shade locations. Need regular mulching to protect surface roots from heat. Leaf scorch may occur in full sun locations. 38. Crataegus x lavallei 6 m 5 m N/A Glossy, dark green, rounded foliage. Large orange/red berries in the autumn which contrast well with the foliage 14 P age

16 39. Koelreuteria paniculata Goldenrain Tree 8 m 8 m Loaded with one foot bright yellow flowers mid-summer. Extremely tough deciduous tree, tolerate drought, clay soil and urban pollution. Prefer dry soil, full sun. Seeds can be messy. 40. Magnolia x 'Vulcan' Vulcan Magnolia 8 m 6 m Showy, brilliant dark magenta flower. s can be 20 to 25 cm wide. Very fragrant. Spectacular blooms. Will flower at a very young age. Full sun, prefer moist soil and well drained. Frost, too much sun, excessive heat and harsh winds can leave the magnolia foliage discolored and wilted. Roots have to be mulch to mitigate sudden temperature fluctuations. Will prefer sheltered locations. 41. Styrax japonicus Japanese Snowbell 8 m 6 m Prefer full sun but can tolerate part shade. Better in rich organic moist soil. Broadly pyramidal, dense green foliage turns yellow in fall. Pure white bell shaped flowers. 15 P age

17 Coniferous Trees 42. Picea omorika 'Bruns' Bruns Serbian Spruce 10 m 3 m Evergreen N/A N/A Serbian Spruce is an elegant spruce with a narrow upright habit. Short, glossy, dark green needles with 2 silvery lines beneath, creating a two-tone effect. Short, horizontal, dense branches are ascending at the tips. Tolerant of heat, humidity and air pollutants and considered a good choice poor soil conditions. One of the most adaptable spruces in urban areas. 43. Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Pendula' Weeping Nootka Cypress 10 m 4 m Evergreen N/A N/A A North Pacific Coast native, it prefer moist, rich well sites with full sun exposure. Slender tree with pyramidal strong weeping form. Excellent specimen tree. 16 P age