OUR TREES FOR FALL 2020
Tree species selection is subject to guidelines and subject to change, dependent on availability. Tree requirements and maintenance for all newly planted trees can be found in our Terms and Conditions.
IMPERIAL HONEYLOCUST-
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Impcole”
One of the finest and most popular shade trees, valued for its delicate, ferny appearance which casts a dappled shade below; broad spreading habit of growth, very tolerant of adverse growing conditions, good fall color; a seedless variety. This is an adaptable tree especially good for streets and parking lots. It is perfect for people who prefer very little leaf litter in the fall, and is available for planting locations without overhead powerlines.
BUR OAK-
Quercus macrocarpa
The Bur Oak is adaptable to various soils and it does well in the alkaline soils prevalent to the Cheyenne area. The leaf has a dark green luster above, with a light greenish or greyish, somewhat hairy surface below, with yellow and brown fall color. The dark grey bark is very corky and deeply ridged; even on the young trees it appears old. The fruit is a solitary nut that is halfway enclosed on the top end, in a cup-like structure. This tree is slow growing, which creates a strong, storm resistant tree which produces significant shade at maturity.Bur Oak is among the toughest and hardiest of all the oaks, which is saying a lot. In Cheyenne, it will reach a mature height and spread of 50′ – 60′, so is available for a large space without overhead powerlines.
SARGENT STRAIGHT COTTONWOOD
Populus sargentii ‘Jeronimus’
Selected for its more uniform upright
growth and branch habit, this male form
of Sargent Cottonwood grows well in the
western plains states. Distinctly upright
in younger years, trees can become more
rounded with age. Triangle-shaped light
green leaves are rather glossy and remain
clean through the growing season. Older
trees develop a thick rough bark. This is a cotton-less variety.
STATE STREET MAPLE-
Acer miyabei ‘Morton’
STATE STREET is noted for its attractive upright rounded growth habit, symmetrical branching, crisp green leaves, and quality yellow fall color. Five-lobed, palmately-veined, flat to semi-glossy, dark green leaves (each to 3-5” long) have acuminate, bluntly dentate leaf lobes with deep sinuses. Leaves retain good green color into October before turning pale to rich yellow. Leaf stalks contain a milky sap. Ornamentally insignificant yellow-green flowers in erect, 10-15 flowered corymbs bloom in spring (April-May) as the new leaves are beginning to develop. Flowers give way to two-winged samaras (each samara to 1” long) with wings spreading to 180 degrees. Rough corky gray-brown bark develops attractive orange-brown fissures with age, eventually becoming scaly with fluting.
NORWAY MAPLE-
Acer platanoides ‘Emerald Lustre’
Emerald Lustre® Norway Maple has attractive dark green foliage which emerges brick red in spring. The lobed leaves are highly ornamental and turn yellow in fall. It is blanketed in stunning corymbs of lemon yellow flowers along the branches in early spring before the leaves. Will grow to be about 50 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 45 feet. It has a high canopy with a typical clearance of 6 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. As it matures, the lower branches of this tree can be strategically removed to create a high enough canopy to support unobstructed human traffic underneath. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live to a ripe old age of 100 years or more; think of this as a heritage tree for future generations!
PRINCETON ELM-
Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’
The Princeton elm exhibits good resistance to Dutch elm disease (DED) and demonstrates resistance to elm beetles as well. This large, fast-growing tree is tolerant of many adverse site conditions. Generally, elms prefer sun. Adapt easily to extremes in soil pH, moisture and heat and wind tolerance.
HERITAGE OAK-
Quercus robur x macrocarpa ‘Clemons’
A large shade tree to 50 ft. tall. It has a pyramidal form with dark thick, leathery leaves. Produces acorns. Resistant to diseases. A cross between English Oak and Bur Oak. One of the best oaks to use in high PH soils. This trees grows faster than one would think.
PRAIRIEFIRE CRABAPPLE-
Malus x ‘Prairifire’
A highly regarded accent tree smothered in rich red flowers in spring and persistent small purple fruit in fall, upright habit of growth; the definitive ornamental feature tree for the home landscape, needs well-drained soil and full sun. Prairiefire Flowering Crabapple will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more.
RADIANT CRABAPPLE-
Malus x ‘Radiant’
Single, deep pink blossoms are followed by persistent red fruit, providing food for birds in winter. Small tree with a globe shaped crown displaying red-purple new foliage turning to bronzy-green. This tree will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity with a spread of 20 ft. This tree is suitable for planting under power lines.
HACKBERRY-
Celtis occidentalis
The hackberry, while often forgotten by casual consumers, is commonly heralded by tree experts as “one tough tree.” Found on a wide range of soils east of the Rockies from southern Canada to Florida, these trees thrive in a broad span of temperatures and on sites that vary from 14 to 60″ of annual rainfall. They can even stand up to strong winds and tolerate air pollution.
