All Evergreens are sold in packets of 10 trees. Evergreens are 2-year-old transplants ranging from 8-18 inches in height. Transplants are grown for 2 years in a bed, and then dug up. After being dug up, the roots are trimmed and the tree is replanted at a thinner density for another year or two years. This labor-intensive process produces a thicker root mass, more branching, and helps improve the survival of the tree. They are signified with a number followed by another number (ex. 2-1). The hardwoods and shrubs being sold are all 1 or 2-year-old seedlings ranging from 8-20 inches in height. Seedlings are merely young trees/shrubs that are planted from seed and grown in a bed for 1-4 years. There is often great variation in size, but this is an inexpensive way to start a tree. These are signified with a number followed by a zero (ex. 2-0). White Cedar (Arborvitae) - Tolerant of cold winter weather, slow crown, and great for windbreaks & wildlife. Grows best on moist soils of alkaline ph, full sun to partial sun; but is very adaptable to poor soils that are rocky, sterile, dry or wet. Reaches heights of 50 Sugar feet and Maple 10 feet wide. Slow growing. Norway Spruce A medium fast growing evergreen with short, stiff, dark green needles. Adaptable to a wide variety of harsh conditions, including poor, clay, rocky, dry or wet soils of acidic, neutral, or alkaline ph. It thrives under seasonal drought once it is established, and takes well to city pollution. It grows in full sun to partial sun. Reaches heights of 90 feet tall and 40 feet wide. Great for windbreaks. White Pine A fast growing, pyramidal evergreen that reaches heights up to 80 feet tall by 40 feet wide. Prefers rich, well-drained, acidic soils in full sun. It is often intolerant of soils that are alkaline in ph and poorly drained. Colorado Blue Spruce Slow growing with stiff blue-green needles. Prefers moist, acidic soils that may be organic, sandy, or loamy; the soils must be well drained. It is also adaptable to poor, clay, rocky, dry soils of acidic, neutral, or alkaline ph. Tolerates drought once it is established, and takes well to city pollution. Grows to a height of 50 feet tall and 25 feet wide. Grows in full or partial sun.
Hardwood Trees - sold in packets of 10 trees Tulip Poplar Relatively fast growing, native tree that can grow up to 100 feet tall. Noted for its large, yellowish, tulip shaped flowers and its uniquely shaped leaves. Growth is best on moist, well-drained soils. They turn a beautiful yellow gold in the fall. Black Walnut It is best known for its valuable dark brown wood and edible nuts. Mature bark is gray-black, deeply furrowed and forms a diamondback pattern. Grows on most soil types but likes deep, rich, welldrained soils the best. It will grow between 50 and 75 feet tall. Bur Oak This picturesque oak is often standing alone. Easily identified by its fiddle shaped, leathery leaves, deeply ridged bark, and the fringed, large acorns. This is a very adaptable tree for moisture, soil and sun conditions. Reaches heights of 90 feet. Chinese Chestnut Roasting chestnuts on an open fire is possible again due to the Chinese variation that is not susceptible to the chestnut blight. This tree prefers full sunlight and can reach heights and spreads of up to 60 feet. They can thrive in most soil types and will bear sweet-tasting nuts in 4-5 years if grown from seeds. The wood is also very durable and resistant to rot. Be forewarned that the summer flowers (looks like furry clusters) have a strong odor when in bloom.
Shrubs/ Smaller Trees & Garden Sweet Gum (5 per pack) This prized shade tree is known for its brilliant fall colors and gets its name from the taste of its hardened sap. It is easily identified by its star shaped leaf and spiky gumball fruits. This is a rapid growth tree that prefers moist to wet deep rich soils. Will grow in full sun to partial sun and up to 30 feet tall. Sweetbay Magnolia (5 per pack) This showy tree will bloom fragrant white flowers from May to June. The magnolia has beautiful, large green leaves with silvery undersides. Wildlife will enjoy the red fruits during the fall. They can handle medium to wet grounds but prefer part shade to full sun. This fast growing tree can grow between 10 to 35 feet in both height and spread, depending on conditions. Red raspberry - (5 per pack) Lathams are known for being cold hardy plants that produce large, sweet, flavorful berries in late June/ early July. Perfect for eating or freezing for later. Needs well drained soil. Asparagus (Jersey Giant)- (20 per pack )These sweet sprouts are an all male hybrid making for a very highly productive plant. The spears have a high disease tolerance and produce excellent yields after the first year. Grows well in worked organic soil and will grow 7-9. This species is the most winter hardy and can last 15-25 years if maintained. Black Raspberry (5 per pack) The Jewel variety prefers well drained soil and tends to be winter hardy. The large berries will be ripe by June for summer eating.
Wildlife Pack- (2) American Plum, (3) Domestic Apple, (2) Black Oak, (3) Shagbark Hickory Black Oak - This tree is known for its black bark when mature, although the inner bark is yellow to orange and is used to make dyes. This tree can top 100 feet tall and spread 60 feet wide. Black Oak prefers rich, well drained soils, and partial to full sun. The acorns have a cap that covers over half of the fruit. The acorns will appear every 2-3 years and are a great food source for wildlife. In the fall you will find the leaves turning yellow to brick red. American Plum This shrub enjoys full sun, wet but well drained soil. It is very adaptable to the environmental conditions. The fruit when ripe are sweet and good for jellies and jams. Shagbark Hickory - Shagbark Hickory is easily identified by its peeling bark. This tree can easily reach heights of 100 feet tall and 40 wide. This tree prefers well drained soil and sunny conditions. The nuts are a squirrels treasured snack and the cut timber is used for furniture and athletic equipment. Its green wood is perfect for smoking meats. Check the following websites Domestic Apple- A small to medium sized tree, reaching heights up to 20 feet tall. The fruits can be collected to make a wonderful jelly, or cold drink, or can be eaten raw. They taste somewhat more sour than orchard apples. The fruit is also good for wildlife, especially deer. for additional plant descriptions, growth habits, and soils. http://forestry.ohiodnr.gov/trees http://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/ http://www.hort.uconn.edu/plants http://plants.usda.gov
Beauty Pack (2 of each) Pagoda Dogwood, Redbud, Shadblow Serviceberry, Nanking Cherry, and Black Chokeberry Shadblow Serviceberrygrows best in wet soils and full sunlight. The low maintenance tree produces white flowers in the spring and a purple pome in June and July. They can mature to heights of 25 and 15 width. Eastern Redbud A small tree that is spectacular when in bloom due to the pinkishpurple flowers that emerge in spring before the large heartshaped leaves. The fruit is a 2-3 inch pod that turns brown in the fall and persists through the winter. Can be planted in full sun or light shade. The plants do well in soils of moderate to low fertility and are very drought resistant. Nanking Cherry This ornamental shrub brings beauty every spring with pinkish buds and fragrant white flowers. In the late summer they produce tart cherries that can be eaten, but wildlife usually get to them first! They adapt very well to Ohio s ever changing, extreme weather. The tree prefers full sun and can grow up to 2 feet a year. The mature size can be a height of 10 and a spread of 15. Black Chokeberry This heavily stemmed shrub will reach 8 feet tall and wide. It prefers moist, welldrained, acidic soils and thrives in various locales, but enjoys full sun to partial sun. Will fruit abundantly in the autumn and winter, with dark navy pomes. The fruit can be used for juice and wines. Pagoda Dogwood looks good all year round. The tiered branches look good with the snow and blue black berries for birds to find. The showy white clusters will blossom in the spring with dark green leaves that turn into a deep burgundy red in the fall. Mature height can be 25 and widths of up to 32. Prefers full sun and well drained soil.
Oak Pack (2 of Each) Chinkapin Oak, White Oak, Red Oak, Swamp White Oak, and Overcup Oak. Red Oak This oak is a major contender for the Ohio lumber industry, used for railroad ties, beams, furniture, and flooring. This tree is great for its shade and rapid growth. The acorns are easy food for wildlife. This tree can reach to 60 feet tall and 70 feet wide. It prefers moist, deep, well-drained soil and does well in full sun to partial sun. Chinkapin Oak This stately tree can reach heights of 80 feet and spread over 70. It prefers full sun and well drained soil. Wildlife will enjoy their acorns and the provided shelter/ shade. Swamp White Oak This oak is usually found in the bottomlands of the forest or near bodies of water. It has distinct leaves with a dark green on the topside and a silver white bottom side, which has a pretty look when the breeze passes through. In autumn the leaves change to a brilliant orange gold. The tree can tower up to 60 feet tall and 60 feet wide and prefers partial to full sunlight. Adaptable to various soils. White Oak - prefers rich, deep, moist, well-drained, acidic soils, but adapts well to dry and average soils that are neutral to slightly alkaline in ph. Acorns are relatively large and often borne in great abundance. It may reach 80 feet tall by 100 feet wide at maturity, when found in the open. It thrives in full sun to partial sun. Overcup Oak - This oak is unique with its acorn cap almost entirely covering the fruit. The acorn is another wildlife favorite. The tree can reach up to 70 tall and 50 wide. This tree can withstand flooding and poorly drained soils, but it prefers drained soil. This tree will thrive in Crawford County soils especially in floodplains.