Tree Seed Favors

Pinus Ponderosa - Definer of the "Great Timber" region of the West, this long-needled, majestic tree can grow to 230'. Its cones are favorite Christmas decorations. It will grow anywhere is the U.S. with full sun and well-drained soil.

Picea Pungens - One of America's favorite evergreens. It has a broad spread and grows to about 120'. Though indigenous to the West, it adapts well to all climates anywhere that evening temperatures dip below 50° several months per year.

Pseudotsuga Taxifolia Glauca - Growing to 330' tall, the Douglas Fir is one of the largest trees. The Fir was the first Christmas tree because its great height was thought to bring clear vision in the face of the New Year. With dark blue-green needles and a broad, full shape, this tree will grow in all the USA except the Deep South coasts.

Metasequoia Glyptostroboides - First called a "fossil tree" because it was believed extinct, this fast growing tree is now a favorite ornamental. A deciduous conifer, it has a full pyramidal shape, grows to 120' high and turns a bright copper color in the fall. Will grow throughout the USA with adequate water.

Ulmus Americana - Also known as the Water, White or Soft Elm, this large graceful tree has a vase-shaped crown and a thick rounded base. Its far-reaching branches provide wonderful shade in the manner of the great oaks. It is the most grandiose of the 20 native US elm species. It can grow to 140' with an 8' trunk diameter. Its native habitat ranges from central Canada to central Texas and east to the Atlantic.

Sequoiadendron Giganteum - The noblest of a noble race, this tree is the largest and oldest of the world's fauna and nearly the largest and oldest living being. Many living trees are 1200 to 2000 years old and 4000 year old stumps have been found. Normally will grow 300' high and 15' diameter. Will grow in most of the USA and makes an excellent Bonsai.

Catalpa Speciosa - "The Earth laughs in Flowers" and this large, picturesque ornamental with large heart shaped leaves has beautiful clusters of white to purple flowers and long bean-like seed pods. It is an easy and undemanding tree and will grow 30' to 50' tall almost anywhere in the USA.

Acer Rubrum - "The Tree of Calm" according to the ancients, except in the autumn when its bright yellow, orange, and red leaves create a spectacular display. The far-reaching rounded crown provides superb shade and excellent ornamentation. Will grow everywhere in the USA with adequate water.