Tree Seed Wedding 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.

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.

Betula Papyrifera - This white barked tree is a wonderful landscape element. Often growing in clumps and pure stands, their distinctive elegance is evident against a snow charged background or an evergreen forest. The striking white bark has horizontal lenticeis or breathing pores and is papery and peels in curly strips to expose its orangey inner layers. It has a narrow crown has nearly horizontal branches. Birch can grow 50-70 feet tall and attain a 2’ trunk diameter. They can be made into a bonsai or grown in pots if they get plenty of light. Will grow mid-US to Alaska.

Platanus Occidentalis - The Sycamore is a grand landscape tree. Its light to white mottled bark makes it feel feminine, yet a femininity with huge strength. Its main branches are massive and spread wide to make a large shady understory. It has soft fluttering leaves. Its natural habitat covers most of the Eastern US from Maine to northern Florida but will grow from Washington as far south as Central Florida. It grows well in most environments and adapts well to most soil conditions. It is a tree that needs room to grow, so should not be planted in a small space, but can be made into a bonsai. Height: 60-100 ft Diameter: 2-4 ft.