Flowering trees provide a multitude of advantages, from enhancing the beauty of your landscape to offering shade and privacy. They attract pollinators, which are essential for a thriving garden. By planting these stunning trees, you not only create an inviting outdoor space but also potentially increase your property value. Let your creativity bloom both inside and outside your home!
Preferred soil conditions:
Moist, well drained organic soil types. Small amount of sandy or clay soil acceptable.
No standing water for lengths of time.
Mulch after planting and water as necessary for the first year and periods of drought thereafter.
Chokecherry, Canada Red
(Prunus virginiana 'Canada Red')
Canada Red Chokecherry
(Prunus virginiana 'Canada Red')
Experience the beauty of nature with stunning white blossoms in
the spring, the straightest trunk and vibrant deep red leaves in the summer with the Canada Red Chokecherry! Watch new growth emerges in bright green, transitioning to a rich red hue. The chokecherries not only add flavor to your culinary creations but also attract birds, making it a perfect addition to garden. It's a wildlife magnet that's visually striking as well!
(***NOTE: As with all cherries, the flesh of the chokecherry is edible but seeds, leaves and bark are not. When ingested they can release cyanide, making them poisonous.)
Zones: 2 - 10
Growth Rate: Moderate/Fast
Approximate mature size: 25' H x 15' W
Size available:
10' - 11' BB, 1.5" caliper: Price: $400
13' - 14' BB, 2.25" caliper: Price: $480
Crabapple (Malus)
Crabapple trees (Malus), the ancestors of our beloved edible apples, once thrived in the wilds across Europe and Asia. Over time, various hybrids emerged, leading to the diverse range of apples we enjoy today. Flowering Crabapples were later cultivated for their stunning blossoms, vibrant leaves, and appealing fruits, making them staple in modern gardens. Their fruit not only attracts a
variety of wildlife but lends itself to delightful creations like apple jellies!
Perfect Purple Crabapple
(Malus 'Perfect Purple')
Introducing Malus 'Perfect Purple' – a stunning addition to any landscape! With its deep pink blooms contrasting against dark purple foliage, this tree creates a striking visual all season long. The delightful 1/2" red fruit adds to charm, while its beautiful silhouette in winter ensures year-round appeal. Cold hardy and resistant to common diseases, this tree is not only beautiful but also a resilient choice for your garden.
Zones: 4 - 8
Growth Rate: Moderate
Approximate mature size: 20' H x 20' W
Size available:
#10, 1" caliper: Price: $250.00
Please note: We sometimes use computer generated images of the trees to depict the best presentation for our customers. Although we strive for the best representation we encourage you to search the internet for other pictures as well. Better yet...come see them in person! Afterall, pictures don't always do ANYONE justice...right?? ;)