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CONTENTS Coniferous Trees Picea (Spruce) 2 Pinus (Pine) 5 Deciduous Trees Acer (Maple) 13 Aesculus (Buckeye) 36 Amelanchier (Serviceberry) 39 Betula (Birch) 40 Caragana (Caragana) 44 Carpinus (Hornbeam) 45 Celtis (Hackberry) 46 Crataegus (Hawthorn) 48 Elaeagnus (Olive) 52 Fraxinus (Ash) 53 Gleditsia (Honeylocust) 60 Malus (Crabapple) 65 Physocarpus (Ninebark) 76 Platanus (London Plane Tree) 77 Populus (Poplar) 78 Prunus (Plum/Cherry/May Day) 87 Pyrus (Pear) 94 Quercus (Oak) 95 Salix (Willow) 101 Sorbus (Mountain Ash) 102 Syringa (Lilac) 107 Tilia (Linden) 108 Ulmus (Elm) 111 CONTENTS CONTENTS For Your Information 114 Planting Instructions 118 Watering 120 Tree Care 121 Root Ball Diameters 126 Metric Conversion Tables 128 Notes 122 1

WHITE SPRUCE Picea glauca CONIFEROUS Fast growing native evergreen tree with broad pyramid shape. Blunt needles are light gray-green all year. Soft new growth. Small numerous cones as plant matures. Good as a specimen for landscapes, parks, shelterbelts or in mass plantings. Zone 3 Height 20m / 66 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Broad Pyramid Foliage Light gray-green Picea 2

COLUMNAR COLORADO SPRUCE Picea pungens fastigiata Columnar Colorado spruce with upright branching. New growth has blue color. Great tree for small spaces and have coverage all year long. Zone 2 Height 7.5m / 25 ft Spread 2m / 7 ft Shape Columnar Foliage Blue green needles CONIFEROUS Picea 3

COLORADO SPRUCE Picea pungens CONIFEROUS This beautiful Spruce offers excellent ornamental value with its majestic pyramidal form and its rich blue-green to grey-green colour. Prefers dry soil. A hardy tree tolerant of many growing conditions. Zone 2 Height 20m / 66 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Pyramidal Foliage Silvery-blue or Green Picea 4

SWISS STONE PINE Pinus cembra Narrow pyramidal for many years in its youth, developing a broad-rounded, open and flat-topped crown in old age. Needles are soft bluish-green needles. Slow growing when young, faster with age. Bark is smooth. Great medium sized conifer accent or specimen evergreen. Zone 4 Height Spread Shape Foliage 13m / 43 ft 6m / 20 ft Narrow pyramidal Bluish-green CONIFEROUS Pinus 5

LODGEPOLE PINE Pinus contorta latifolia CONIFEROUS Tall slender tree with smooth clean trunk. Very open airy branching structure. A native tree to the Rocky Mountain ranges. Dark green needles age to yellow with age. Often used in shelter belts or in reclumation projects for naturalizing. Zone 3 Height 20m / 66 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Narrow pyramidal Foliage Dark green needles Pinus 6

VANDERWOLF S PYRAMID PINE Pinus Flexilis Vanderwolf s Puramid Distinctive pyramidal shape. A very hardy tree that is attractive with its long, twisted, silvery, blue-green needles. Makes an excellent single specimen for the lawn, screen tree or in parks. Zone 4 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Pyramidal Foliage Silvery-blue green needles CONIFEROUS Pinus 7

DWARF MUGO PINE Punus mugo pumilio CONIFEROUS A dwarf, spherical bush, often used in foundation and rockery planting. Bright green, year-round colour. Very hardy and rugged. Highly recommended as a low maintenance plant for residential and commercial landscaping. Zone 2 Height 1m / 3ft Spread 1.5m / 5 ft Shape Mounding Foliage Dark green needles Pinus 8

AUSTRIAN PINE Pinus nigra Fast growing pine with stout pyramid shape. Long dense dark green needles, Attractive specimen for the landscape or park, windscreen or in mass plantings. Features increase with age. Zone 4 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Pyramidal Foliage Dark green needles CONIFEROUS Pinus 9

PONDEROSA PINE Pinus ponderosa CONIFEROUS Large fast growing pyramidal evergreen is an excellent choice for large landscapes. Long dark green needles in bunches of three. Cinnamon-brown bark stands out as lower branches are removed as the tree matures. Used effectively as windbreaks or in shelterbelt plantings. Seed grown. Zone 4 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Pyramidal rounded Foliage Dark green needles Pinus 10

SCOTS PINE Pinus sylvestris Pyramidal crown becoming rounded and open with age. Destinctive flaky, peeling orange bark at top and thick, grayish, reddish bark at the base. Medium green needles with a twisted shape. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 11m / 35 ft Shape Pyramidal rounded Foliage Bluish green needles CONIFEROUS Pinus 11

AMUR MAPLE (MULIT-STEM) Acer ginnala This tree has a unique, irregular shape formed by slender spreading branches. Delicate, light green leaves, accented by large clusters of salmon pink samaras. Extremely hardy and offers outstanding fall colours. Recommended street tree for under utility lines, between streets. Zone 2 Height 6m / 20 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright, rounded Foliage Light green Fall Colour Fiery orange - red DECIDUOUS Acer 13

AMUR MAPLE (TREE FORM) Acer ginnala DECIDUOUS This tree has a unique, irregular shape formed by slender spreading branches. Delicate, light green leaves, accented by large clusters of salmon pink samaras. Extremely hardy and offers outstanding fall colours. Recommended street tree for under utility lines, between streets. Zone 2 Height 6m / 20 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright, rounded Foliage Light green Fall Colour Fiery orange - red Acer 14

SENSATION BOX ELDER Acer negundo Sensation Sensation is a male Box Elder clone that features slower, more controlled growth and improved branch structure. Tolerant of most soil conditions. Displays brilliant orange-red fall colour. Useful as an accent tree for the landscape. Zone 3 Height 9m / 30 ft Spread 7.5m / 25 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Medium green with reddish tinge Fall Colour Brilliant orange-red DECIDUOUS Acer 15

CONQUEST MAPLE Acer plantanoides Conzam DECIDUOUS A sport version of Crimson King Maple with a slender columnar form that maintains a dense, compact branching structure as it matures. Attractive rich maroon-red spring foliage lightening to a bronzepurple as the season progresses. Stunning orangered fall colour. Zone 4 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Columnar Foliage Deep maroon red Fall Colour Orange-red Acer 16

CRIMSON KING MAPLE Acer plantanoides Crimson Sentry Moderately fast growing shade tree, the most commonly used cultivar of the purple-leafed Norway Maples. Crimson King retains its purple foliage colour from spring until fall. Small yellow flowers in the spring. Very adaptable to city growing conditions. A great landscape specimen, street or park tree. Zone 4 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 8m / 27 ft Shape Oval when young, becoming rounded Foliage Deep purple Flowering Yellow moderately showy DECIDUOUS Acer 17

CRIMSON SENTRY MAPLE Acer plantanoides Crimson Sentry DECIDUOUS Acer An upright columnar edition the Crimson King, with bright red foliage in the spring transforming to reddish purple as the season progresses. Slower growing than the Crimson King, it is ideal for narrow streets and smaller yards. Adds a striking colour contrast to the landscape. Zone 4 Height 8m / 26 ft Spread 5m / 16 ft Shape Columnar Foliage Deep maroon red throughout growing season. Fall Colour Maroon to reddish-bronze 18

DEBORAH MAPLE Acer plantanoides Deborah New foliage is bright red, turning to a vivid dark green. Vigorous grower with a straight central leader. Evenly branched. Form is broadly oval to rounded. An excellent street tree for a building accent. Zone 3 Height 14m / 46 ft Spread 12m / 40 ft Shape Broadly oval to rounded Foliage Reddish-purple in the spring, becoming dark bronze-green in the summer Fall Colour Orange-red / bronze DECIDUOUS Acer 19

SILVER VARIEGATED MAPLE Acer plantanoides Drummondii DECIDUOUS This Norway selection is unique specimen tree is certain to draw attention with its stunning variegated foliage from spring to fall. Leaves are light green, accented with off-white margins. Drought tolerant once established, and adaptable to city growing conditions. Zone 4 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 8m / 27 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Green and white variegated Fall Colour Yellowish Acer 20

EMERALD QUEEN MAPLE Acer plantanoides Emerald Queen A majestic, fast growing variety with consistent, oval form and rich green leaves in summer. Among the most popular Norway cultivars, this tree performs very well under adverse urban conditions. Golden fall colour. Zone 4 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 12m / 40 ft Shape Dense oval with upright spreading branches. Foliage Deep green Fall Colour Golden yellow DECIDUOUS Acer 21

PRAIRIE SPLENDOR MAPLE Acer plantanoides Prairie Splendor DECIDUOUS A well-shaped oval structure with bright maroon red lobed foliage all season long. Small yellow flowers in the spring. Great slow growing shade tree that adds colour to any landscape as a specimen, street or park tree. Zone 3 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 8m / 27 ft Shape Oval when young, becoming rounded Foliage Deep purple Flowering Yellow Moderately showy. Acer 22

ROYAL RED MAPLE Acer plantanoides Royal Red Similar in appearance to the Crimson King, yet proven to be hardier and slower growing. Dark maroon foliage retains its colour throughout the growing season. Zone 4 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 8m / 27 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Maroon red throughout growing season Fall Colour Maroon to reddish-bronze Flower Yellow moderately showy. DECIDUOUS Acer 23

ARMSTRONG MAPLE Acer rubrum Armstrong DECIDUOUS Dense, narrow form with upright ascending branches. Fast growing, reaching 60 at maturity. A radiant yellow-red fall colour with silver grey bark. An excellent street tree or a building accent. Zone 3 Height 18m / 60 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Narrow, conical Foliage Glossy medium green Fall Colour Yellow to red Acer 24

BOWHALL MAPLE Acer rubrum Bowhall Tightly formed, sturdy, narrow tree. It is smaller than the Armstrong Maple and has better foliage colour in both summer and fall. An excellent street tree or a building accent. Zone 4 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 15m / 50 ft Shape Uprigh, narrow Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Yellow-orange to reddish-orange DECIDUOUS Acer 25

REDPOINTE MAPLE Acer rubrum Frank Jr. PP 16769 DECIDUOUS A broadly pyramidal tree with a straight, dominant central leader and strong branch attachment. Rich, deep green summer foliage and brilliant fall colour. A standout in any landscape and a beautiful shade tree for all seasons. Zone 5 Height 14m / 46 ft Spread 11m / 35 ft Shape Upright branching, oval Foliage Dark green, glossy Fall Colour Brilliant orange-red to red Acer 26

RED SUNSET MAPLE Acer rubrum Franksred A vigorous growing tree with a strong and symmetrical branching pattern. Glossy green summer foliage changes to brilliant shades of red and orange-red in the fall. Great feature as a specimen, street or park tree. Zone 4 Height 14m / 46 ft Spread 11m / 35 ft Shape Upright branching, oval Foliage Dark green, glossy Fall Colour Brilliant orangered to red DECIDUOUS Acer 27

NORTHWOOD MAPLE Acer rubrum Northwood DECIDUOUS One of the hardiest rubrum cultivars. Rounded to oval form, displaying a straight sturdy trunk. Green foliage turning to orange - red in the fall creating a showy attractive feature with in the landscape. University of Minnesota introduction. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 10m / 33ft Shape Rounded oval Foliage Deep green Fall Colour Orange - red Acer 28

SUGAR MAPLE Acer saccharnum An upright rounded growth habit makes this an excellent shade tree. Dark green lobed foliage turns into a spectacular show of reds, oranges and yellows for fall. Slow growing but long lived. A great specimen for the landscape. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 12m / 40 ft Shape Upright oval to rounded Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Orange, red and scarlet DECIDUOUS Acer 29

HOT WINGS TATARIAN MAPLE Acer tataricum GarAnn PP 15023 DECIDUOUS Acer Strong branching structure make it less prone to storm breakage than the other species. Fall leaf colour changes from orange-red on the outside of the plant to yellow in the middle. Scarlet-red samaras appear in the summer. Tolerates a wide range of soils. Zone 3 Height 6m / 20 ft Spread 7.5m / 25 ft Shape Rounded, spreading Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Yellow to red Fruit Bright red samaras Flower White, clusters in May 30

RUGGED CHARM TATARIAN MAPLE Acer tataricum JSF-KW2 This newly introduced variety of the Tartarian maples offers improved compact growth and hardiness. Leathery, rounded dark green foliage contrasted by ruby-red samaras. Showy autumn colours blend of yellow, oranges and red. Zone 3 Height 6m / 20 ft Spread 4.5m / 15 ft Shape Upright oval Foliage Medium to dark green Fall Colour Fruit Flower Yellow orange and red blend Ruby red samaras White clusters in May DECIDUOUS Acer 31

PATTERN PERFECT MAPLE Acer tataricum Patdell DECIDUOUS Handsome small tree with a moderate growth rate. Thick green leaves and consistent red-orange fall colour with red stems. Persistent samaras occurring in June are a brilliant red. Good for residential landscapes. Zone 3 Height 20m / 66 ft Spread 15m / 50 ft Shape Oval to rounded Foliage Thick green Fall Colour Red-orange Fruit Samaras Acer 32

AUTUMN FANTASY MAPLE Acer x freemanii Autumn Fantasy An oval, fast growing hybrid of Red and Silver Maple. This tree is known for its consistent brilliant red fall colour, even in warmer climates. A great street tree or landscape feature. Zone 4 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 12m / 40 ft Shape Broadly oval Foliage Green Fall Colour Bright red DECIDUOUS Acer 33

AUTUMN BLAZE MAPLE Acer x freemanii Jeffersred DECIDUOUS Acer An upright, broadly oval selection known for its hardiness as well as exceptional tolerance for poor soils and drought conditions Scarlet-red fall colour. This hybrid of Silver and Red Maple has experienced phenomenal popularity as a street and landscape icon. Zone 4 Height 16m / 53 ft Spread 13m / 43 ft Shape Broadly oval with upright branching Foliage Deeply lobed, rich green Fall Colour Orange to red 34

SIENNA GLEN MAPLE Acer x freemanii Sienna PP 11322 This tree features a strong central leader and develops a pyramidal form with minimal maintenance. Deeply lobed green foliage, turning to an rusty orange / burgundy color. The smaller leaves give a delicate appearance in a landscape. Tough, hardy tree, excellent for city streets and parks. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 11m / 35 ft Shape Pyramidal to oval rounded Foliage Green Fall Colour Rusty orange to burgundy DECIDUOUS Acer 35

OHIO BUCKEYE Aesculus glabra DECIDUOUS Aesculus This broadly oval shaped tree is a hardy ornamental with very dense foliage and greenish yellow flowers. Handsome green summer foliage turns a brilliant yellow to orange in the fall. A slow growing tree, it serves as a unique accent in the landscape. Zone 4 Height 8m / 26 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Broad oval Foliage Glossy green lobed Fall Colour Yellow Flower Greenish yellow clusters 36

RED HORSE CHESTNUT Aesculus carnea Brioti Broad rounded growth habit with graceful arching branches. Deeply lobed lustrous green leaves and beautiful rosy red panicles of spring blossoms. A unique specimen for parks or large landscapes especially where large amounts of shade are required. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Dark green, palmately compound Fall Colour Yellowish Flower Rosy red with yellow throat, in panicles DECIDUOUS Aesculus 37

PINK HORSE CHESTNUT Aesculus carnea Fort McNair DECIDUOUS Aesculus Outstanding, deciduous shade tree with deeply lobed dark green leaves and lovely dark pink panicles of spring blooms. Broad rounded growth habit with arching branches. This cultivar boasts improved resistance to leaf blotch disease. A showy ascent to the landscape. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Dark green, palmately compound Fall Colour Yellowish Flower Pink with yellow throat, in panicles 38

AUTUMN BRILLIANCE SERVICEBERRY Amelanchier x grandiflora Autumn Brilliance Small tree or multi-stemmed shrub with beautiful white flower clusters followed by delicious, edible, dark purple berries. Attractive light gray bark, green foliage and bright red fall colour. Great ornamental tree or accent tree with great features Zone 3 Height 8m / 26 ft Spread 5m / 16 ft Shape Upright, moderately spreading Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Bright red Flower White, in clusters DECIDUOUS Amelanchier 39

CUTLEAF WEEPING BIRCH Betula pendula Laciniata DECIDUOUS Betula Small tree or multi-stemmed shrub with beautiful white flower clusters followed by delicious, edible, dark purple berries. Attractive light gray bark, green foliage and bright red fall colour. Great ornamental tree or accent tree with great features. Zone 2 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Narrowly oval with slender branches weeping at the tips Foliage Medium to dark green Fall Colour Golden yellow 40

PAPER BIRCH Betula papyrifera Paper Birch This paper white birch has a rapid growth rate with a pramidal shape, white bark and dark green leaves turning bright yellow in the fall. Beautiful as a single stem tree or clump form. Zone 3 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 3m / 10 ft Shape Upright pyramidal Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Betula 41

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DAKOTA PINNACLE BIRCH Betula platyphylla Fargo PP 10963 This very cold hardy birch well adapts to the tough climate of the northern plains and prairies. A stiffly upright, narrowly pyramidal form. Dark green foliage turns a bright yellow in the fall. White papery bark slightly exfoliates as it matures. Heat and drought tolerant. Bronze birch borer resistance. Zone 3 Height 8m / 26 ft Spread 2m / 7 ft Shape Narrowly pyramidal Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Betula 43

SUTHERLAND CARAGANA Caragana arborescens Sutherland DECIDUOUS Tall narrow form, can be grown as a single or multistemmed specimen. Little yellow flowers in the late spring, medium green foliage throughout the summer and showing a bright yellow in the fall. Excellent for accenting small areas that need a tall shelther, large hedge or in a group planting. Zone 3 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 2m / 7 ft Shape Narrow pyramidal Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Bright Yellow Caragana 44

PYRAMIDAL HORNBEAM Carpinus betulus Fastigiata A columnar tree with dense branches when young, spreading into a broad cone shape with age. Dark green foliage is sharply contrasted by light grey bark. Leaves turn yellow in autumn. Heat and drought resistant. Zone 5 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Dense upright oval Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Carpinus 45

PRAIRIE SENTINEL HACKBERRY Celtis JFS-KSU1 Prairie Sentinel DECIDUOUS Narrow columnar tree is grown for some tough climates, discovered from Kansas. Green foliage throughout the year, turning to yellow in the fall. This fastigiate fills the need for a columnar tree for the narrow city streets. Zone 4 Height 14m / 46 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Tightly fastigiate, columnar Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Yellow Celtis 46

COMMON HACKBERRY Celtis occidentalis Light green, Elm-like summer foliage turns vibrant yellow in fall. The rough, corky bark is attractive and prevents damage. Tolerant of harsh climatic conditions as well as urban abuse, this deep rooted tree rarely lifts sidewalks. Great for large landscapes or street plantings. Zone 2 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Broad top with ascending, then arching branches Foliage Light green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Celtis 47

CRIMSON CLOUD HAWTHORN Crataegus laevigatat Crimson Cloud DECIDUOUS Crataegus This tree is distinctive for its wavy branch habit. Dark green glossy lobed foliage. A spring flowering tree with large clusters of red star-shaped flowers that have white centers. The flowers produce glossy red fruit, accents for the winter months. Zone 4 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 3m / 10 ft Shape Oval, with upright spreading wavy branches Foliage Small glossy green Fruit Bright-red Flower Bright red with white centers 48

SNOWBIRD HAWTHORN Crataegus mordenensis Snowbird A small, upright, rounded tree with showy, double white flowers in spring followed by sparse red berries. Glossy dark green foliage turns yellow in the fall. A very cold hardy tree. Zone 3 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 5m / 16 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Glossy dark green. Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Red Flower White DECIDUOUS Crataegus 49

TOBA HAWTHORN Crataegus mordenensis Toba DECIDUOUS Crataegus Double white flowers change to pastel rose with time, followed by red fruit that lasts into the fall. As it matures the twisted trunk is an added ornamental feature. Hardier than some of the other Hawthorns. Zone 3 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Dark green Fruit Red Flower In clusters. Open to white and fade to pink. Fragrant. 50

PAUL S SCARLET HAWTHORN Crataegus oxycantha Paul s Scarlet The brilliant rose-coloured flowers followed by glossy red fruit make this tree one of the showiest of all Hawthorns in the spring. Rounded crown growth with an upright habit. Glossy dark green lobed foliage turns yellow in the fall. Tolerant of city conditions. Zone 4 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Glossy dark green Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Red Flower Pink DECIDUOUS Crataegus 51

RUSSIAN OLIVE Elaeagnus angustifolia DECIDUOUS This showy landscape tree can be grown as a tree or shrub. Eye-catching silver foliage and fragrant flowers. Native to many areas, this tree is salt and drought tolerant. Makes a great specimen or screen tree. Zone 3 Height 8m / 26 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Rounded irregular outline Foliage Silver Flower Yellow, Fragrant Elaeagnus 52

CALYPSO WHITE ASH Fraxinus americana Durgar A upright, pyramidal shape at maturity, similar to the Prairie Spire Green Ash. It is a hardy seedless variety. Green foliage throughout the summer, changing to a reddish purple in the fall. This white ash hangs on to its leaves in the fall longer than other ash varieties. A great street tree. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Upright pyramidal Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Purple - red DECIDUOUS Fraxinus 53

AUTUMN PURPLE WHITE ASH Fraxinus americana Junginger DECIDUOUS A popular, hardy tree with a rounded, upright growth habit. Dark green, heavily textured summer foliage transforms to a plum-red in the fall. Fast growing. Great for use as a street tree. Zone 4 Height 18m / 60 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Green, heavily textured Fall Colour Plum red Fraxinus 54

MANCANA ASH Fraxinus mandshurica Mancana Has naturally rounding shape. Rich green foliage that turns bright yellow in the fall. Hardy, dependable tree that is drought tolerant once established. Great street tree or screen tree. Zone 2 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 9m / 20 ft Shape Broadly oval Foliage Green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Fraxinus 55

FOOTHILLS GREEN ASH Fraxinus pennsylvanica Heuver DECIDUOUS Uniform growth pattern with an oval shaped canopy. Green leaves throughout the year and turning a golden yellow in the fall. An excellent hardy, seedless Green Ash developed near Calgary, AB. Resistant to sun scald. A great street tree. Zone 2 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Oval Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Golden yellow Fraxinus 56

PATMORE GREEN ASH Fraxinus pennsylvanica Patmore A symmetrical, oval crown with a strong central leader. Glossy dark green foliage turns goldenyellow in the fall. This seedless cultivar is considered by many to be one of the best. It proves good disease and insect resistance. Zone 4 Height 18m / 60 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Green, heavily textured Fall Colour Plum red DECIDUOUS Fraxinus 57

PRAIRIE SPIRE GREEN ASH Fraxinus pennsylvanica Rugby DECIDUOUS A narrow upright, seedless variety that adapts to a wide range of soils. Long lasting golden fall colour. More compact growing habit than the Patmore. It s a great street and park tree Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 7m / 23 ft Shape Upright pyramidal Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Golden yellow Fraxinus 58

SUMMIT GREEN ASH Fraxinus pennsylvanica Summit A very uniformly branched, symmetrical selection that maintains a straight central leader. This tree will tend to be the first to turn colour in the fall. A great street tree. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 7m / 23 ft Shape Narrow oval, upright branching Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Fraxinus 59

NORTHERN ACCLAIN HONEYLOCUST Gleditsia triacanthos Harve DECIDUOUS This select tree of the thornless honeylocust was developed at North Dakota State University, where it out performed other honeylocust s in winter hardiness. Thornless and seedless. Has an upright form similar to the Skyline and widens as it matures. This sturdy, vigorous tree is drought resistant. Zone 3 Height 14m / 46 ft Spread 11m / 35 ft Shape Broadly pyramidal Foliage Fine textured, medium green Fall Colour Yellow Gleditsia 60

SHADEMASTER HONEYLOCUST Gleditsia triacanthos Shademaster Features upright ascending then to spreading branches which produce an irregularly vase shaped form and a slightly rectangular outline. Heavy dark green foliage turns yellow in fall. Thornless and seedless. An excellent street tree, its upright branch structure lends itself to pruning for traffic clearance. Zone 4 Height 14m / 46 ft Spread 11m / 35 ft Shape Vase shaped to rectangular in outline Foliage Fine textured, medium green Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Seedless DECIDUOUS Gleditsia 61

SKYLINE HONEYLOCUST Gleditsia triacanthos Skycole DECIDUOUS Gleditsia A stately and unusual variety with broadly pyramidal form. It has finely textured, featherlike, green summer foliage that turns golden yellow in the fall. Adaptable to many soil conditions. Drought and heat tolerant. Being thornless and fruitless makes this an excellent park or street tree. Zone 4 Height 14m / 46 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Broadly pyramidal Foliage Medium green, featherlike texture Fall Colour Golden yellow Fruit Seedless 62

SUNBURST HONEYLOCUST Gleditsia triacanthos Suncole Sunburst is desired for its fresh yellow, feather-like foliage. The new yellow growth creates a charming, subtle contrast with the darker lime-green interior foliage. A good tree to provide shade for plants that need protection from sun. Drought tolerant once established. Thornless and seedless. Zone 4 Height 12m / 39 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Irregular. Somewhat rectangular outline. Foliage Lime green and yellow Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Seedless DECIDUOUS Gleditsia 63

CRABAPPLE INFORMATION CHART Name Height Spread Shape Foliage Flower Fruit Dolgo 8m / 26 ft 5m / 16 ft Upright, spreading Dark green White Red Dreamweaver 3m / 10 ft 1m / 3 ft Columnar Glossy purple Bright pink Small purple Gladiator 4m / 13 ft 3m / 10 ft Narrow upright Burgundy Fragrant pink Purple Pink Spire 7m / 23 ft 4m / 13 ft Upright rounded Reddish purple to dark green leaves. Bright fuchsia pink Purple red cherry sized Rosthern 5m / 16 ft 2m / 7 ft Columnar Medium Green White Blossoms Red berry-like Apples Royalty 5m / 16 ft 5m / 16 ft Upright rounded Reddish purple Reddish pink Dark red Rudolph 5m / 16 ft 4m / 13 ft Upright rounded Bronze green Reddish pink Red Selkirk 5m / 16 ft 4m / 13 ft Upright rounded Bronze Pink Dark red Spring Snow 8m / 27 ft 6m / 20 ft Upright oval Medium green White Fruitless Thunderchild 5m / 16 ft 4m / 13 ft Upright spreading Purple Pinkish purple Dark red to purple DECIDUOUS Malus 65

ROSTHERN FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus baccatta Rosthern DECIDUOUS Malus A small to medium sized tree, one of the narrowest flowering crabs. Fragrant white flowers in the spring, followed by small red berry-like apples. Excellent specimen or landscape feature. Zone 3 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 2m / 7 ft Shape Columnar Foliage Medium Green Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Red berry-like Apples Flower Fragrant White Blossoms 66

DOLGO FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Dolgo A beautiful tree with upright spreading growth. Large white blossoms arrive extra early in the spring and are followed by an abundance of tasty red fruit. Good for jelly or fresh eating. Yellow fall colour. Extremely tolerant to harsh winter conditions. Zone 2 Height 8m / 26 ft Spread 5m / 16 ft Shape Upright, spreading, open Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Red Flower White DECIDUOUS Malus 67

DREAMWEAVER FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus DreamWeaver DECIDUOUS A beautiful narrow accent feature tree that fits in smaller yards, great for highlighting entrances and streets. Bright pink spring blossoms cover the tree from top to bottom. Glossy purple foliage add a feature of its own, lasting all season long. Small purplish fruit. Zone 3 Height 3m / 10 ft Spread 1m / 3 ft Shape Columnar Foliage Glossy purple Fruit Small purple Flower Bright pink Malus 68

GLADIATOR FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Gladiator A narrowly upright to columnar form, with burgundy foliage. Stunning clusters of rose coloured flower buds open to fragrant pink blossoms, followed by showy purple fruit. A landscape feature to fits today s smaller yards. Zone 3 Height 4m / 13 ft Spread 3m / 10 ft Shape Narrow upright Foliage Burgundy Fruit Purple Flower Fragrant pink DECIDUOUS Malus 69

PINK SPIRES FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Pink Spires DECIDUOUS Malus This upright well-branched tree has reddish purple foliage in spring turning to green in summer. Bright fuchsia pink blooms and yellowish orange fall colour. Ideal for a screen or border planting. Zone 3 Height 7m / 23 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Fine textured, reddish purple to dark green leaves. Fall Colour Yellowish orange Fruit Purple red cherry sized Flower Bright fuchsia pink 70

ROYALTY FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Royalty Upright rounded tree, striking shiny purple to burgundy red leaves, accented by dramatic dark pink blossoms making this the favourite back yard tree. Dark red fruit and orangey yellow fall colour. Excellent for smaller spaces. Very hardy. Zone 2 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 5m / 16 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Reddish purple Fall Colour Orange yellow Fruit Dark red Flower Reddish pink DECIDUOUS Malus 71

RUDOLPH FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Rudolf DECIDUOUS This upright rounded tree has showy reddish-pink blossoms. Its hardy and fast growing that has green-bronze foliage that turns to orangey yellow in the fall. Excellent specimen, landscape or small street tree. Zone 2 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Bronze green Fall Colour Orange yellow Fruit Red Flower Reddish pink Malus 72

SELKIRK FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Selkirk The combination of large, purple-bronze leaves, a wide dense head and deep pink blooms is what makes this a superb ornamental. Vigorous grower. Resistant to fire blight and very hardy. Zone 3 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Bronze Fall Colour Orange yellow Fruit Dark red Flower Pink DECIDUOUS Malus 73

SPRING SNOW FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Spring Snow DECIDUOUS This upright rounded crabapple is fruitless, in spring it is completely covered with white buds that open to be very fragrant. It has shiny green foliage, and golden brown bark. Good heat tolerance. Makes an excellent lawn specimen or park tree. Zone 3 Height 8m / 27 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Upright oval Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Orange yellow Fruit Fruitless Flower White Malus 74

THUNDERCHILD FLOWERING CRABAPPLE Malus Thunderchild This compact, upright tree has deep purple leaves and pinkish-purple flowers followed by small red fruit. Orange yellow fall color. Very resistant to fire blight. One of the most reliable performers. Zone 2 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright spreading Foliage Purple Fall Colour Orange yellow Fruit Dark red to purple Flower Pinkish purple DECIDUOUS Malus 75

DIABLO NINEBARK Physocarpus opulifolius DECIDUOUS Physocarpus Small rounded canopy with dark reddish-purple foliage for garden contrast. Young bark is shiny red-brown and in maturity exfoliates in strips. Pinkish white flower clusters in late spring are followed by green to red berries. Prune in winter for straighter spring growth and bigger leaves. Zone 2 Height 3m / 10 ft Spread 2m / 7 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Reddish-purple Fruit Green to red Flower Pinkish white 76

LONDON PLANETREE BLOODGOOD Plantanus x acerifolia Bloodgood A large, fast growing deciduous shade tree, with exfoliating bark in a blend of cream, brown and olive in dappled patterns. Medium green, maplelike leaves change to yellow in the fall. Makes an excellent street, park or golf course tree. Zone 5 Height 18m / 60 ft Spread 12m / 40 ft Shape Broadly pyramidal Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Spiny seed pods DECIDUOUS Platanus 77

ASSINIBOINE POPLAR Populous Assiniboine DECIDUOUS A tall, narrow, upright form and very fast growing habit. Dark green leaves turning yellow in the fall. Very hardy and disease resistant poplar. Used effectively as windbreaks or in shelterbelt plantings. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Narrow upright Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Yellow Populous 78

BALSAM POPLAR Populus balsamifera An upright, oval fast growing tree with a glossy deep green foliage. Yellow fall colour. A Balsam fragrance with firm buds in the spring prior to opening. A native tree to North America. Good tree for parks or native reclamation projects. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 9m / 30 ft Shape Upright oval Foliage Deep glossy green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Populus 79

SWEDISH COLUMNAR ASPEN Populus tremula Erecta DECIDUOUS Very popular fast growing tree with a tight columnar form. Grayish white bark with glossy, dark green toothed leaves, turning yellow in the fall. Well adapted to cold climates. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 2m / 7 ft Shape Columnar Foliage Glossy dark green Fall Colour Yellow Populous 80

TREMBLING ASPEN (TREE FORM) Populous tremuloides A fast growing native North American tree with smooth pale bark. Delicate, light green, round leaves tremble in the breeze. Brilliant golden fall colour. Comes as a single trunk or multi-stemmed. Attractive planted in mass plantings or as individual specimens. Zone 2 Height 20m / 66 ft Spread 6m / 15 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Glossy dark green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Populus 81

TREMBLING ASPEN (CLUMP FORM) Populous tremuloides DECIDUOUS A fast growing native North American tree with smooth pale bark. Delicate, light green, round leaves tremble in the breeze. Brilliant golden fall colour. Comes as a single trunk or multi-stemmed. Attractive planted in mass plantings or as individual specimens. Zone 2 Height 20m / 66 ft Spread 6m / 15 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Glossy dark green Fall Colour Yellow Populous 82

FOREST SILVER ASPEN Populous tremuloides Forest Silver Upright, columnar selection with a very uniform growth habit. A showy deep green leaf color contrasted by silvery grey bark. Outstanding yellow fall color. Excellent specimen for narrow, space efficient landscape. Zone 2 Height 16m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 33 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Glossy dark green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Populus 83

TOWER POPLAR Populus x canescens Tower DECIDUOUS A dense columnar tree with lobed foliage which is green on top and furry white underneath. Yellow fall colour. Fast growing and disease resistant. Excellent sound barrier, screen or accent tree. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 3m / 10 ft Shape Columnar Foliage Medium, lobed green Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Seedless Populous 84

NORTHWEST POPLAR Populous x jackii Northwest A large fast growing tree with a broad rounded growth habit. Dark green leaves turn yellow in the fall. Very hardy and drought tolerant once established. Makes a good park or shelter belt tree. Zone 3 Height 20m / 66 ft Spread 15m / 50 ft. Shape Broad rounded Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Populus 85

TRISTIS POPLAR Populus x Tristis DECIDUOUS A fast growing tree with a rounded canopy. Dark green foliage throughout the year, turning to bright yellow fall colour. A Balsam fragrance during budding in the spring. A good park specimen and is extremely cold hardy. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Rounded Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Bright yellow Fruit Seedless Populous 86

NEWPORT FLOWERING PLUM Prunus cerasifera Newport Upright spreading to broadly oval in form, this stunning tree has small, maroon red leaves accented by light grey bark and small pink blossoms in spring. Sparse purple plums arrive in fall. The hardiest of all purple leafed varieties. A landscape specimen masterpiece. Zone 3 Height 8m / 20 ft Spread 6m / 15 ft Shape small, upright to broadly oval Foliage Purplish red Fruit Purple Flower Light pink DECIDUOUS Prunus 87

EVANS FLOWERING CHERRY Prunus cerasus Evans DECIDUOUS Medium sized hardy, upright and spreading tree with shiny red, sour fruit with clear flesh. Sweet tartness flavour. Great for pies, jellies and jam. White blossoms in late spring. Fruit ripens in late July. Self-pollination. Zone 3 Height 4m / 13 ft Spread 3m / 10 ft Shape Upright, spreading Foliage Medium green Fall Colour Yellowish Fruit Red, sour Flower White Prunus 88

AMUR CHOKECHERRY Prunus maacki A small rounded tree with outstanding exfoliating bark. The bark is golden brown to dark red with a metallic colour providing excellent winter effect and landscape interest. Clusters of white flowers in the spring. Needs good soil drainage. Extremely hardy to cold and wind. Zone 2 Height 9m / 30 ft Spread 7m / 23 ft Shape Small rounded Foliage Light green Fall Colour Yellow Fruit Small black cherries Flower White DECIDUOUS Prunus 89

PRINCESS KAY FLOWERING PLUM Prunus nigra Princess Kay DECIDUOUS Prunus A very hardy small tree with an upright growing pattern. Fragrant early spring flowers make an excellent choice for a northern landscape. Lustrous green foliage turns to a rich red fall color. Tolerant to a wide range of climate conditions and soil types. Zone 2 Height 5m / 18 ft Spread 4m / 12 ft Shape Small, upright to broadly oval Foliage Green Fall Colour Red Fruit Yellow Flower Double white flowers in small clusters 90

MAY DAY FLOWERING PLUM Prunus padus Commutata This rounded tree is one of the first trees to leaf out in spring. It has dark green foliage that turns yellow to red in fall. Large clusters of fragrant white flowers arrive early in May, followed by small black fruit. Great for a large specimen, street or park tree. Zone 2 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 8m / 27 ft Shape Small oval to rounded Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Yellowish red Fruit Small, black Flower White, fragrant DECIDUOUS Prunus 91

PIN CHERRY Prunus pennsylvanica Pin Cherry DECIDUOUS Prunus A small rounded native tree that produces white flowers followed by light red, sour fruit that ripens July through August. Yellow to red foliage in the fall. Excellent for a landscape specimen or feature. Zone 3 Height 5m / 16 ft Spread 3m / 10 ft Shape Small oval to rounded Foliage Green Fall Colour Yellow to red Fruit Light red Flower White 92

SCHUBERT CHOKECHERRY Prunus virginiana Small tree with pyramidal rounded form. New green leaves turns deep maroon as it matures. Long clusters of small, white flowers in late April to early May. Small fruit is red turning to dark purple. An excellent street, park or landscape feature. Zone 2 Height 8m / 26 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Pyramidal rounded Foliage Green turning to a deep maroon Fruit Red turning to purple Flower White DECIDUOUS Prunus 93

GLEN FORM CHANTICLEER PEAR Pyrus calleryana Glen s Form DECIDUOUS Pyrus A densely growing, upright narrow selection. Abundant white flowers with glossy green foliage changing to reddish purple orange in the fall. Good for street planting or yard specimen. Resistant to fire blight. Zone 4 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 4.5m / 15 ft Shape Narrow, upright Foliage Glossy green Fall Colour Reddish Fruit Fruitless Flower White 94

NORTHERN RED OAK Quercus borealis Broad rounded head with reddish grey bark with broad rounded ridges. Large oval shaped, deeply lobed leaves are dark green in the summer and yellow to deep red in the fall. Pollution and salt resistance make this a great street tree selection. Zone 4 Height 27m / 90 ft Spread 15m / 50 ft Shape Broad, rounded Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Yellow to deep red DECIDUOUS Quercus 95

NORTHERN PIN OAK Quercus ellipsoidalis DECIDUOUS With maturity, this tree moves from a pyramidal shape to becoming more oval to rounded. Glossy green leaves are lobed with sharp points on the tips. Pin Oak develops attractive fall colours ranging from orange to red. Cold hardy with good tolerance for sandy soil, dry soil, and alkalinity. Zone 4 Height 9m / 30 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Pyramidal to oval rounded Foliage Green, glossy Fall Colour Orange to red Quercus 96

BURR OAK Quercus macrocarpa This stately, upright oval tree has attractive corky bark on the trunk and branches. Large, dark green lobed foliage with a grey underside. Dark gold fall color. Hardy with good tolerance for draught conditions. Most commonly used as a specimen, park or street tree. Zone 2 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 8m / 27 ft Shape Upright oval Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Dark golden yellow DECIDUOUS Quercus 97

GREEN PILLAR OAK Quercus palustris Pringreen PP 9093 DECIDUOUS A columnar branching habit and a very dense, narrow shape. Dark green foliage is moderately glossy and turns deep red in the fall. This tree is ideal for a narrow street planting. Zone 4 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 4.5m / 15 ft Shape Narrowly columnar Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Deep red Quercus 98

REGAL PRINCE OAK Quercus robur x bicolor Long This is a cross between an English Oak and White Swamp Oak. Has an vigorous coloumnar growing habit that becomes more oval as its matures. Its glossy, bright green foliage turns a yellowish-brown in the fall. Zone 4 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Foliage Fall Colour Columnar to narrow oval Glossy, bright green Yellow DECIDUOUS Quercus 99

CRIMSON SPIRE OAK Quercus robur x G. Alba Crimschmidt PP9103 DECIDUOUS Quercus This columnar selection originated as a hybrid of Quercus robur and Quercus alba. White oak parentage provides dark green, mildew resistant foliage and reddish fall colour. Columnar growth habit is inherited from the English Oak side. Zone 4 Height 14m / 45 ft Spread 4.5m / 15 ft Shape Columnar, tightly fastigiate Foliage Dark, green to bluish-green Fall Colour Rusty-red 100

LAUREL LEAF WILLOW Salix pentandra A rapidly growing, upright, rounded tree, with shiny green foliage contrasted by a light golden bark. Foliage stays late in the season, changing to a golden yellow in the fall. Easy to grow. A great specimen for moist locations. Zone 2 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 9m / 30 ft Shape Upright rounded Foliage Medium to dark green, glossy Fall Colour Yellow DECIDUOUS Salix 101

BLACKHAWK MOUNTAIN ASH Sorbus aucuparia Blackhawk DECIDUOUS Sorbus An upright, narrow oval shape with attractive features such as feathery green compound leaves, white clusters of flowers in spring and bright orange berries in summer making this an ideal choice as an ornamental specimen. Very tolerant and hardy. Resistant to sunscald Zone 3 Height 8.5m / 28 ft Spread 5m / 18 ft Shape Upright, narrow oval Foliage Medium to dark green, compound Fruit Orange Flower White clusters 102

CARDINAL ROYAL MOUNTAIN ASH Sorbus aucuparia Michred A vigorous tree with upright branches and a very symmetrical and tidy habit. Blooms in late spring followed by red fruit. Dark green leaves with a silvery underside turns orange-red in fall. A unique show piece for a landscape feature. Zone 3 Height 12m / 40 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Upright, narrow oval Foliage Green Fall Colour Rust Fruit Bright red Flower White clusters DECIDUOUS Sorbus 103

RUSSIAN MOUNTAIN ASH Sorbus aucuparia Rossica DECIDUOUS Sorbus An upright, narrow oval shape with attractive features such as feathery green compound leaves turning brilliant orange-red in the fall, white clusters of flowers in spring and bright reddish orange berries in summer, make this an ideal choice as an ornamental specimen. Very tolerant and hardy. Zone 3 Height 8m / 27 ft Spread 4m / 13 ft Shape Upright, narrow oval Foliage Medium to dark green, compound Fall Colour Orange to red Fruit Orange red Flower White clusters 104

SHOWY MOUNTAIN ASH Sorbus decora Small, narrow open ornamental tree with dark green feather-like compound leaves that turn yellow to red in the fall. A slow growing native species with white flowers followed by red fruit clusters. An attractive array of colours year round. Disease resistant, and very hardy. Zone 2 Height 6m / 20 ft Spread 5m / 16 ft Shape Narrow, upright oval Foliage Medium green, compound Fall Colour Yellow to red Fruit Orange - red Flower White clusters DECIDUOUS Sorbus 105

OAK LEAF MOUNTAIN ASH Sorbus hybrida DECIDUOUS A well structured, small upright oval tree. The silvery rounded leaves are similar in a shape to the English Oak leaf. White clusters of flowers in the spring are followed by orange-red fruit in late summer. Resistant to fire blight. Zone 4 Height 9m / 30 ft Spread 6m / 20 ft Shape Upright, oval Foliage Silvery greengreen Fruit Orange - red Flower White clusters Sorbus 106

IVORY SILK LILAC Syringa reticulata Ivory Silk A sturdy tree with upright compact oval growth habit. Large clusters of creamy white flowers appear in early July. Reddish bark. Drought resistant. Very useful as a small specimen tree in a small landscape or park. Zone 3 Height 7m / 23 ft Spread 5m / 16 ft Shape Upright, oval Foliage Dark green Flower White clusters DECIDUOUS Syringa 107

REDMOND LINDEN Tilia americana Redmond DECIDUOUS This pyramidal tree has large, shiny, light green heart-shaped foliage with bright yellow fall color. Subtle yellow flower clusters produce good fragrance in summer. Great shade tree for home, park or street. Needs good drainage and regular watering. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 8m / 26 ft Shape Pyramidal Foliage Light green Fall Colour Bright yellow Flower Yellow, fragrant Tilia 108

GREENSPIRE LITTLELEAF LINDEN Tilia cordata Greenspire A fast growing, symmetrical tree with very uniform branch arrangement and pyramidal form. Small shiny dark green heart-shaped leaves turn yellow in fall. Small fragrant flowers and cinnamon coloured bark. A great street or lawn tree. Zone 4 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Narrow to oval Foliage Light green Fall Colour Bright yellow Flower Yellow, fragrant DECIDUOUS Tilia 109

DROPMORE LINDEN Tilia flavescens DECIDUOUS Tilia Upright, densly compact, pyramidal tree with dark green heart-shaped leaves that turn yellow in the fall. Hanging fragrant pale-yellow flowers in the summer. One of the hardiest lindens of all time. Great specimen for home landscape, park or street tree. Zone 3 Height 10m / 33 ft Spread 7m / 23 ft Shape Upright pyramidal Foliage dark green Fall Colour Bright yellow Flower Pale yellow, fragrant 110

AMERICAN ELM Ulmus americana A rapid growing, vase shaped tree with an outward spreading habit. Foliage is dark green with roughtoothed margins. Very hardy. Makes a good shade tree. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Upright vase Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Bright yellow DECIDUOUS Ulmus 111

BRANDON ELM Ulmus americana Brandon DECIDUOUS A large tree with an upright vase shape. Foliage is medium green with rough toothed margins. Attractive yellow fall color. More compact than the American Elm. Used for street planting and it makes an excellent shade tree. Very hardy and fast growing. Tolerant of air pollution and salt. Zone 3 Height 15m / 50 ft Spread 10m / 33 ft Shape Upright vase Foliage Dark green Fall Colour Bright yellow Ulmus 112

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION FOR YOUR INFORMATION Trees that Attract Birds Pg Amelanchier x grand Autumn Brilliance 39 Malus Dolgo Crabapple 67 Malus Pink Spires Crabapple 70 Malus Selkirk Crabapple 73 Malus Thunderchild Crabapple 75 Prunus cerasifera Newport Plum 90 Prunus maackii Amur Chokecherry 89 Prunus nigra Princess Kay Plum 90 Prunus virginiana Chokecherry 93 Sorbus decora Showy Mountain Ash 105 Sorbus hybrida Oak Leaf Mountain Ash 106 Trees for Fragrance Pg Syringa reticulata Ivory Silk Japanese Tree Lilac 107 Tilia cordata Greenspire Linden 109 114

FOR YOUR INFORMATION Trees that Attract Butterflies Pg Acer negundo Box Elder Maple 15 Aesculus glabra Ohio Buckeye 36 Amelanchier x grand Autumn Brilliance 39 Celtis occidentalis Hackberry 47 Crataegus x mordenensis Snowbird Hawthorn 49 Crataegus x mordenensis Toba Hawthorn 50 Fraxinus americana Autumn Purple Ash 54 Fraxinus nigra Fallgold Ash? Fraxinus Northern Treasure Ash? Fraxinus pennsylvanica Bergeson Ash? Fraxinus pennsylvanica Patmore Ash 57 Fraxinus pennsylvanica Summit Ash 59 Populus Tremuloides Aspen 82 Quercus macrocarpa Burr Oak 97 Salix pentandra Laurel Leaf Willow 101 Tilia americana American Linden? Tilia Redmond Linden 108 FOR YOUR INFORMATION 115

FOR YOUR INFORMATION FOR YOUR INFORMATION Trees Tolerant to Drought Pg Acer ginnala Amur Maple 14 Acer tataricum Tatarian Maple? Acer x freemanii Autumn Blaze Maple 34 Celtis occidentalis Hackberry 47 Elaeagnus angustifolia Russian Olive 52 Fraxinus pennsylvanica Green Ash? Fraxinus mandchurica Mancana Ash 55 Fraxinus nigra Fallgold Ash? Fraxinus pennsylvanica Foothills Ash 56 Fraxinus pennsylvanica Patmore Ash 57 Fraxinus pennsylvanica Prairie Spire Ash? Fraxinus pennsylvanica Summit Ash 59 Malus Dolgo Crabapple 67 Malus Pink Spires Crabapple 70 Malus Selkirk Crabapple 73 Malus Thunderchild Crabapple 75 Quercus macrocarpa Burr Oak 97 Syringa reticulata Ivory Silk Japanese Tree Lilac 107 116

FOR YOUR INFORMATION Trees Tolerant to Moist Conditions Pg Acer x freemanii Autumn Blaze Maple 34 Salix pentandra Laurel Leaf Willow 101 Restricted Heights Pg Acer Tataricum JFS-KW2 Rugged Charm Maple 31 Acer Tataricum Tatarian Maple? Amelanchier x grandiflora Autmn Brilliance 39 Serviceberry Crataegus x mordenensis Snowbird Snowbird 49 Hawthorn Crataegus x mordenensis Toba Toba Hawthorn 50 Prunus Newport Newport Plum 87 Syringa reticulata Ivory Silk Japanese Tree Lilac 107 FOR YOUR INFORMATION 117

PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS Woody Ornamentals (1997), International Society of Arboriculture Planting Steps 1. Make sure the site that you have prepared is appropriate for the type of tree you are planning to plant. Consider soils to support growth, sunlight, prevailing winds, mature size of the tree and water requirements. 118

PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS 2. Dig hole (after checking for utilities) at least 3 times wider than the diameter of the basket. 3. Set the base of the basket in undisturbed soil. The flare at the base of the tree truck should be visible above ground once the tree is planted. Adjust if needed. 4. Back fill with original soil, or a mix of topsoil and compost 1/3 of the hole, then tamp gently but firmly. Continue filling the hole in layers, gently tamping each layer until the hole is 2/3 full. PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Remove twine from around the base of the tree. 6. Peel burlap away from the top of the ball. 7. Cut away the top of the basket. Optionally, wire basket hoops can be bent back and buried, or clipped about 10cm below the soil surface. 8. Moisten the soil to allow the root ball to settle, then backfill completely and tamp lightly. Apply mulch 2-3 inches after planting around the base of the tree. DECIDUOUS - Sheds leaves annually. CONFIEROUS - Retains leaves year round. 119

WATERING Watering Your Tree WATERING Water your new tree (5 minutes with a garden hose on ½ household pressure), 2-3 times a week (more often in hot weather). This amount of water will penetrate deep into the root system. Signs that a tree needs water: wilting, followed by browning off or crispy leaves and fall colouring or, in severe cases, leaf drop. Yellowing leaves is a sign that a tree has been watered too much. To conserve water keep weeds down and apply 2-3 inches of mulch (do not mulch up the truck) Create a 16 inch water basin to hold water. Since roots grow where oxygen and water are most available, short and frequent watering will result in the development of a shallow root system. Watering deeply, thoroughly and only as needed will encourage a deep and healthy root system that will be able to withstand environmental stresses. Adjustments should be made to dripper/sprinkler coverage and timing to ensure that all areas receive adequate water to supplement natural rainfall, without over watering or creating excess runoff. The British Columbia Landscape Standard (2008) Drought stress limits the growth of newly planted trees more than any other factor. Best Management Practices Tree Planting (2005) International Society of Arboriculture. 120

Importance of Soils TREE CARE Soil conditions play a huge role in planting success. Poorly drained, clay soils, typical of modern urban developments, require procedures much different from the well drained, crumbly soils found in older neighbourhoods. TREE CARE Soil texture is the ratio of particle sizes in the soil. Soil wetness and related drainage conditions are controlled by a number of factors, including precipitation, soil texture and structure, and landscape position. Soil reaction, or ph, is a general indication of nutrient availability. Season to Plant The best time of the year to plant is Spring and Fall because temperatures are moderate and rainfall is usually plentiful. Summer planting is also possible if a watering program is followed, particularly if the trees were dug from the nursery in the Spring. 121

TREE CARE Fertilization TREE CARE Fertilization at the time of planting is not recommended. Research has shown that fertilization is ineffective until the tree has partially established its own root system. A good rule of thumb is to wait six months after planting before adding any fertilization to soil. 122 Spring is generally the time of year when plants have their greatest flush of growth and therefore their greatest need for nutrients. Fertilizer comes in many forms and can be applied through root feedings or surface applications. Consult your local Garden Centre or Garden professional for the best fertilization for your area and soil type. Until the root system can grow and absorb more water, adding fertilizer to the soil is likely to be ineffective. Best Management Practices Tree Planting (2005) International Society of Arboriculture Mulching Studies have shown that wood-chip mulch can double the growth of the tree in the first couple years after planting.

TREE CARE A circle of mulch placed around newly planted tree will help retain soil moisture and help to prevent wide fluctuations in soil temperatures throughout the year. The mulch should cover at least four times the diameter of the root ball at the time of transplanting, and should be 3-4 inches deep. TREE CARE Taper mulch away from the trunk. DO NOT pile mulch against the trunk. Pruning Pruning is occasionally desirable or necessary to remove dead or diseased branches, improve tree structure, enhance vigour, and/or maintain safety. New trees shouldn t require much pruning. Prune only to remove damaged or broken branches. Work to help your tree develop strong branching by pruning away any limbs that appear to be damaged or are crossing or rubbing with others. Never make a cut that is flush with the surface and never leave a stub when pruning the tree. Cuts should be made so that the branch collar is left intact. 123

TREE CARE Pruning Con t TREE CARE Maintenance pruning is needed to help maintain the health of growing trees. Generally it should be done in late winter or very early spring when the tree is dormant. Structural pruning is used on young and medium-aged trees to help engineer a sustainable trunk and branch arrangement. Waiting until the tree grows larger makes structural pruning difficult and is more damaging to the tree. Best Management Practices Tree Pruning (2008) International Society of Arboriculture. 124 Staking If staking is required, place stakes in the ground on either side of the root ball, deep enough so they will not move with the wind. DO NOT place stakes directly through the root ball. Tie with flexible materials in a way that allows for some movement of the tree by the wind. Check ties frequently throughout the growing season, making sure the ties do not become too tight and girdle the tree. Stakes can normally be removed after two full growing seasons, but make sure the tree is well-rooted before pulling them out.

TREE CARE Winter Care Do not water heavily or fertilize with nitrogen in the early fall or the plant s dormancy will be delayed. Increase watering in late fall to provide trees with the water they need to withstand winter winds. TREE CARE To help protect against sunscald on young trees, use a commercial tree wrap in the fall to wrap from the base of the tree up to the first major branch. Browning or winter burn of evergreens is another common winter problem. Water evergreens very thoroughly throughout the growing season, lightly in early fall and then thoroughly before the soil freezes. Anti-desiccant sprays may help somewhat in preventing water loss from evergreens, but it is more effective to use burlap or a similar material to protect the tree. Animals can also do a great deal of damage to plants as winter snows force them to turn to the landscape for new food sources. Installing fencing around the trees, anchored firmly in the soil and extending well above snow level, may be the most successful. 125

ROOT BALL DIAMETERS ROOT BALL DIAMETERS CONIFEROUS Height is determined midway between the tip of the leader and the uppermost whorl. Tree Height Root Ball Diameter 4 / 125 cm 26 / 66 cm 5 / 150 cm 28 / 71 cm 6 / 175 cm 32 / 81 cm 6.5 /225 cm 32 / 81 cm 7 / 225 cm 36 / 91 cm 8 / 250 cm 38 / 96 cm 9 / 275 cm 40 / 101 cm 10 / 300 cm 42 / 106 cm 12 / 350 cm 42 / 106 cm 14 / 400 cm 48 / 121 cm Root Ball Height 14.5 / 36 cm 14.5 / 36 cm 19 / 48 cm 19 / 48 cm 20.5 / 52 cm 19 / 48 cm 24 / 60 cm 24 / 60 cm 24 / 60 cm 26.5 / 67 cm Estimated Weight 159 kg / 350 lbs 181 kg / 400 lbs 272 kg / 600 lbs 272 kg / 600 lbs 317 kg / 700 lbs 453 kg / 1000 lbs 566 kg / 1250 lbs 725 kg / 1600 lbs 816 kg / 1800 lbs 1134 kg / 2500 lbs *Root Ball weight will vary considerably depending on the soil type and the moisture content. 126

ROOT BALL DIAMETERS DECIDUOUS Caliper is determined 6 / 150 mm from the trunk flair. Caliper 2 / 50 mm 2.5 / 60 mm 2.75 / 70 mm 3 / 80 mm 3.5 / 90 mm Root Ball Diameter 32 / 81 cm 32 / 81 cm 36 / 91 cm 38 / 96 cm 40 / 101 cm Root Ball Height 19 / 48 cm 19 / 48 cm 20.5 / 52 cm 19 / 48 cm 24 / 60 cm Estimated Weight 272 kg / 600 lbs 272 kg / 600 lbs 317 kg / 700 lbs 453 kg / 1000 lbs 566 kg / 1250 lbs ROOT BALL DIAMETERS *Root Ball weight will vary considerably depending on the soil type and the moisture content. 127

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