Trees
Leland Cypress
This evergreen has been an under used tree in recent years but is making a comeback as availability and new varieties have become available. Its very thick foliage provides an instant fence and a beautiful backdrop to any back yard garden. There are color variations within the species with some having a rich green color […]
Read More....Canadian Hemlock
This popular evergreen is used mainly for screening and privacy. It is one of the few screening trees that can be used in the shade, so it’s a very adaptable plant. It grows about 6-12” a year, so it is a little slower to fill in, but considering the wide variety of conditions it will […]
Read More....Colorado Blue Spruce
The color of the blue spruce stands out no matter where you put it. A slow growing tree, the Colorado blue spruce is native to the Rocky Mountains. They need to be placed in a spot where it will have full sun conditions or the blue color will fade. They grow to be about 30-60 […]
Read More....Blue Atlas Cedar
Atlas’s are tall slender trees that are a good choice for smaller yards. They need to be placed in full sun to show off the full beauty of their needles. They are slow growing evergreens that are generally easy to take care of.
Read More....European White Birch
A White birch is a large ornamental tree, with beautiful white bark. Birches tend to like acidic soil, which is no problem for planting in Southern New Jersey. They are not hard to get established but need persistent care to maintain their beauty. Birches can grow to be 40-70 ft. tall and will serve well […]
Read More....Weeping Tollofson Juniper
Tollofsons are tall evergreen trees that require little care. They need full sun to keep their color and don’t need to be trimmed. Tollofsons are related to junipers with the major difference being that it droops. Some people consider them specimens because of their unique shape and appearance. They easily draw the eye with their […]
Read More....White Pine
White pines are one of the most popular trees used in this area. It is a very fast grower, often growing a foot a year until they reach about 80 ft. They are native to New Jersey and are easy to transplant. Their soft and huggable appearance is pleasing to look at. White pine are […]
Read More....Maple Tree
The Maple family is a diverse group of deciduous plants ranging from towering shade trees to small specimens. They are the classic shade tree that everyone knows. Many species are native to Eastern coast forests and do well in most environments. Certain species such as the ‘October Glory’ cultivar displays a brilliant array of color […]
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