All tree/shrubs are BARE-ROOT seedlings.
  All are native species to Vermont , except lilac, apple and blueberry varieties.                

CONIFERS

BALSAM FIR – Abies balsamea – Soft, waxy, deep green aromatic fir prized for holiday decoration. Commonly found in cool, moist, well-drained soils. Prefers full sun. Useful to birds for roosting and nesting, seeds are eaten by chickadees and others; deer & moose browse twigs. Mature height 50-70' with 20-30' spread.

NORTHERN WHITE CEDAR – Thuja occidentalis – Very hardy, easily transplanted evergreen. Grows well in a variety of soils, prefers loamy moist soils. Likes full to partial sun. Used as hedge in landscaping, favorite browse for deer and rabbits & winter cover for many songbirds. Mature height 30-40' with 10-20' spread.

TAMARACK (LARCH) – Larix laricina – Very attractive, fast growing conifer whose soft green needles turn gold in autumn and provide some of the earliest and latest color in the landscape before they drop off in the fall; the only deciduous conifer! Best grown on rich, moist, well-drained soils along streams & lakes. Good nest tree for birds and preferred food of crossbills and purple finches. Mature height 50-60’ with 30-40' spread.

WHITE SPRUCE – Picea glauca – Dense light green needles with a medium stature and narrow pyramidal shape; does well in clay/silt soils. Prefers full sun and is often found growing on the periphery of lakes and streams, makes a superb windbreak or screen. Mature height 40-60’ with 15-25’ spread.

AMERICAN BEECH – Fagus grandifolia – Smooth, light gray bark and yellow to bronze fall foliage that persists into winter. Attractive lawn tree where there is room. Shallow roots make it difficult to grow other vegetation underneath. Does not perform well in compacted soils. Mature height 50-80’ with 40-50’ spread.

AMERICAN HORNBEAM – Carpinus caroliniana – When planted in sun, makes a dense, round tree. Pendulous clusters of fruit in summer. Fall foliage turns brilliant red in sun and yellow in shade. Bark is blue-gray and smooth. Prefers moist soil. Interesting tree in all seasons. Mature height 20-30’ with 15-20’ spread.

BLACK CHERRY – Prunus serotina – Wonderful specimen tree in any yard. Beautiful white flowers in late May are appreciated by humans and the black cherries, lasting from summer to fall, are enjoyed by numerous birds, bear, raccoon, deer, squirrel and rabbit. Fruit is also great for making wine and jelly. Grows in a variety of sites, resistant to drought and heat but intolerant to shade and flooding. Mature height 60-75' with 30-50' spread.

PAPER BIRCH – Betula papyrifera – The best of the white birches. White peeling bark is aesthetically pleasing. The catkins, buds and seeds are a common food source for a number of small birds, including goldfinches. Grows best on well-drained soils but will do fine in moist conditions too. Mature height 60-75' with 30-50' spread.

EASTERN COTTONWOOD – Populous deltoides – Large, fast-growing, and loves consistently moist soils. Coarsely-toothed dark green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. This tree is great along streams and rivers, but its extensive root system limits its urban potential. Note: female flowers give way to abundant and densely –tufted seeds. Mature height 50-80’.

RED MAPLE –Acer rubrum – Noticeable delicate flowers at the first sign of spring, green leaves in summer that turn the brilliant red in fall that VT is famous for! Often found in moister, lowland soils but tolerates a variety of textures and moisture conditions; prefers to grow in full sun. Provides food for yellow-bellied sapsucker, cardinal, evening grosbeak and browse for deer and rabbits. Mature height 50-70' with 40-50' spread.

SHAGBARK HICKORY – Carya ovata – Mature bark forms long shaggy strips. The tree can reach 2-3’ in diameter; best in rural settings with rich, moist, well-drained soils. Full sun to partial shade. Medium yellow-green leaves turn golden brown in fall. Nuts attract wildlife. Mature height 70-90’ with 40-50’ spread.

SILVER MAPLE – Acer saccharinum – A fast growing shade tree with gracefully, arching branches and bright green leaves with silvery undersides that turn yellow in fall. Grows best on well-drained, moist sites and is commonly found on river floodplains. Maples provide food and cover for wildlife. Mature height 70-80' with 60-70' spread.

SUGAR MAPLE – Acer saccharum – The Vermont heritage tree provides sap for maple syrup production, 300 year-old majestic roadside giants, and autumn foliage's most vibrant colors. Thrives on fertile, moist, well-drained soils, not tolerant of wet or compacted soils. Shade tolerant. Seeds provide fair summer food for grouse, snowshoe hare, and porcupine.  Provides good nest sites for robin, vireo, and goldfinches. Mature height 70-80' with 40-60' spread.

YELLOW BIRCH –Betula alleghaniensis – Attractive golden, peeling bark on older trees. Preferred nest tree for red-shouldered hawks. Grows best on moderately drained soils but tolerates poorly drained soils. Mature height 40-60’ with 40-50' spread.

* Shrubs, due to being less than 30' tall, are generally considered "Utilities Friendly" and are more suitable for planting under or near utility lines.

ALLEGHENY SERVICEBERRY – Amelanchier laevis – Multi-stemmed shrub that requires little maintenance and can tolerate many soil types. Suitable for urban landscapes, common ornamental, and the berries are a favorite for birds and also make great jams, jellies and pies. This shrub can spread by way of root suckers and dead stalks should be pruned in spring. Mature height 15-25’ with 8-12’ spread.

AMERICAN CRANBERRYBUSH – Viburnum opulus – Rounded, spreading form with white flowers and drooping clusters of cranberry-like red berries in fall. Often used as shrub border on loamy sites with consistent moisture in full sun to partial shade. Prune immediately after flowering. Mature height 8-10’ with 6-8’ spread.

BLACK ELDERBERRY – Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis – Showy flowers and edible fruit draw wildlife and people alike. Does best with moist, humusy, well-drained soils and is often seen alongside streams, roads and fence rows. The berries make excellent preserves, jellies, pie and wine. Mature height 6-10’ with 6-8’ spread.

BEAKED HAZLENUT – Corylus cornuta – Squirrels prefer them raw, but humans prefer them toasted. Does well in acidic, organically-rich, well-drained soils; not tolerant of clay. Found naturally in full-sun to partial shade in or nearby thickets, streams and clearings. Mature height 6-10’.

BUTTONBUSH –Cephalanthus occidentalis – a large woody shrub-3-10' tall; fragrant flower forms a pompom -like seed cluster 1" in diameter. Seeds readily eaten by waterfowl, nectar enjoyed by hummingbirds, and nesting for red-winged blackbirds.  Prefers wetter soils and lowland areas, can even exist in standing water. Prefers full or partial sun. Mature height 4-10' with 4-7' spread.

CHOKECHERRY – Prunus virginiana - Fragrant cup-shaped white flowers in mid-spring with pea-sized clusters of dark purple berries in August; beware they are stringent when raw – best when cooked as jam or pie. Root suckers should be cut if naturalization/spread is not intended. Birds & butterflies also enjoy this plant. Mature height 15-25’ with 12-15’ spread.

COMMON WITCHHAZEL – Hamamelis virginiana – Upright shrub with sparse but interesting branching habit. Yellow flowers in October when yellow leaves are falling. More dense in sunny site. Mature height 12-15’ with 8-15’ spread.

HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY – Viburnum trilobum – This shrub is more closely related to honeysuckle than the Thanksgiving delicacy we all have in mind. Rounded, compact shrub that does best in full sun with consistently moist, well-drained, acidic soils. Great as a jam or sauce. Mature height 8-10’ with 6-10’ spread.

NANNYBERRY – Viburnam lentago – Low maintenance shrub adored for its multi-stemmed form with white flowers in the spring and blue-black berry-like drupes in summer – which make delectable jams and jellies. Best for full sun to partial shade sites with well-drained soils. Mature height 12-15’ with 8-10’ spread.

SILKY DOGWOOD – Cornus amomum – Fast growing shrub, reaches mature height of 6-10'. Food and cover for many songbirds, gamebirds and mammals. Good lower streambank, lakeshore protection species. Prefers full sun or partial shade and grows in a variety of soil types. Mature height 6-8 ' with 6-8' spread.

SPECKLED ALDER –Alnus rugosa – Good food and cover for game birds and some songbirds, grows well in nutrient-poor moist to wet soils, and prefers full sun. Good for wetland soils and streambanks. Mature height 15-35' with 8-20' spread.

WINTERBERRY – Ilex verticillata – This petite, slow-growing, evergreen shrub holds an interest all year round. Does well in poorly-drained sites. Females produce red berries in the summer that last throughout winter. Great alongside streams and ponds. Mature height 6-10’ with 6-10’ spread.

BLUE RAY x BLUE CROP BLUEBERRIES – Vaccinium spp.- Early to midseason highbush blueberries- grow 4-6 feet tall. Big clusters of large, light blue, sweet berries on hardy bushes, white flowers in spring, and red foliage in fall. Firm skins resist cracking. Prefer pH around 5.0. Blueberries are sold in pairs (one blue ray and one blue crop per order) to ensure proper cross-pollination.

INDIAN SUMMER CRABAPPLE – To 20’. Bright rosy red flowers fade to lavender red. Shiny red 3/4'” fruit persists into winter.

RED DELICIOUS BISBEE STRAIN – Standard size apple tree – Most popular of all red apples. Vigorous tree, heavy fruit production on spurs. Best in full sun location. Ripens late September into October. Distinctive flavor.

SPRING SNOW CRABAPPLE– To 25’. Dense, upright habit, white flowers every year. Fruitless.

ZESTAR – Standard sized apple tree – Outstanding dessert quality sweet/tart fruit ripens early (mid-August to early September), keeps longer than other early apples. Red blush over yellow. Moderately vigorous habit. Highly rated in taste tests. Light, crunchy texture.