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Oklahoma Redbud
It is easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Redbuds are true harbingers of spring. The Oklahoma redbud's heart-shaped leaves open soft pink but gradually mature to a glossy rich green. This redbud tree was discovered growing wild in the Arbuckle Mountains of Oklahoma in 1964. The Okahoma redbud is a small, deciduous understory tree which typically grows to 12-18' tall. Effective planted as a specimen or in groups. Part shade is best in hot climates. Excellent small tree for lawns, woodland gardens or naturalized areas. The Oklahoma Redbud tree, Cercis reniformis, 'Oklahoma', has glossy green foliage. This tree has clusters of tiny, wine-red, pea-like flowers that bloom profusely on the branches and mature trunks for 2-3 weeks in early spring (March-April) before the foliage emerges. Pendulous, flat, bean-like, 2-4" long seed pods resembling snow peas appear after flowering. Oklahoma redbud trees have fall color that is variable, but often includes attractive shades of reddish-purple and orange. Street tree in residential areas. Not reliably winter hardy throughout USDA Zone 5 where it should be planted in a protected location. ... more
American Beech This beech tree is a dense shade tree whose nuts attract birds and squirrels. The American Beech tree, Fagus Grandifolia, has a short trunk, with a spreading crown and is a very stately tree. American Beech trees have a slow to moderate growth rate. The fagus grandifolia grows robust in well-drained, moist acid soil; but will not stand compaction. These beech trees have thin, smooth blue-gray bark. This deciduous species has leaves that are a beautiful dark green in the summer and turn to a golden brown fall color. The foliage on young American Beech remains in winter. The American Beech grows best in full sun, but will withstand partial shade. Gardening News and Articles |
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