Specimen trees

Serviceberry trees are a good choice for landscaping when you need a mid-sized tree that's easy to grow.

Handsome is the word often used to describe the Chinese fringetree (Chionanthus retusus). When planted in the open, this species develops into an elegant small tree, twenty to thirty feet high with approximately the same spread. A century-old specimen at the Arnold Arboretum is about twenty feet tall by thirty feet wide, and when in […]

With their magnificent appearance, Spruce trees look outstanding! Discover Different Types of Spruce Tree and have these elegant specimen in your landscape!

Japanese Stewartia (Stewartia pseudocamellia) is a wonderful garden-sized tree with all-season appeal; exfoliating winter bark, fabulous fall color and summertime bloom. An excellent choice when you're in a small garden and you don't have room for very many trees. The eGardenGo site has lots of ideas for adding it to your garden.

Don't pass up the chance to add beauty with the best tough trees for your yard. These beauties are sure to flourish in any landscape.

Dwarf trees are popular for small yards, as they won't spike out of control. There are plenty of deciduous and evergreen dwarf tree options.

If you don't like the regular green foliage plants, here are some stunning Trees With Red Leaves that are highly ornamental and bring color to any dull yard.

Small trees can still pack a big punch in your landscape. Whether you've got a modest-size yard or are just filling in larger spaces, these varieties will fit in perfectly.

Trees are the backbone of the garden. They provide structure and framing. But not all trees can fit in small or urban gardens.