Species library

Norway spruce

Picea abies

A towering icon of the northern landscape, the Norway spruce is a year-round haven for backyard wildlife. From its pe...

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One-seed Juniper

Juniperus monosperma

The One-seed Juniper is the rugged heartbeat of the American Southwest. This ancient conifer provides the shade, shel...

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Osage-orange

Maclura pomifera

A living relic of the Ice Age, the Osage-orange is famous for its 'hedge apple' fruit and its history as nature's bar...

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Pacific Dogwood

Cornus nuttallii

With its massive star-shaped blooms and brilliant autumn berries, the Pacific Dogwood is the crowning jewel of the We...

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Pacific madrone

Arbutus menziesii

With its striking cinnamon-colored peeling bark and twisted limbs, the Pacific madrone is the crown jewel of West Coa...

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Pacific silver fir

Abies amabilis

The Pacific silver fir is the shimmering 'lovely' fir of the Northwest, easily identified by its snowy-bottomed needl...

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Panama rubber tree

Castilla elastica

The legendary source of ancient Mesoamerican rubber, this tropical giant is a masterpiece of natural engineering and ...

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paper birch

Betula papyrifera

The ghost of the northern woods, the paper birch is famous for its striking white, peeling bark. It acts as a vital s...

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Paperbark Thorn

Vachellia sieberiana

With its iconic flat-topped canopy and distinctive peeling bark, the Paperbark Thorn is the 'umbrella' of the African...

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peachleaf willow

Salix amygdaloides

A majestic sentinel of North American waterways, the peachleaf willow is more than just a tree—it is a thriving ecosy...

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pecan

Carya illinoinensis

A towering giant of the American South, the pecan is more than just a source of delicious nuts—it's a massive ecosyst...

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Persian walnut

Juglans regia

The Persian walnut is a majestic landscape staple that offers more than just delicious nuts; it’s a bustling high-ris...

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pitch pine

Pinus rigida

The rugged architect of the American pine barrens, the pitch pine is a fire-defying evergreen known for its gnarled b...

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pondcypress

Taxodium ascendens

A majestic sentry of the Southeast, the pondcypress transforms from a feathery green spire in summer to a glowing cop...

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princess tree

Paulownia tomentosa

Boasting massive heart-shaped leaves and stunning clusters of fragrant lavender blooms, the princess tree is a fast-g...

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Punjab fig

Ficus palmata

A resilient survivor and a feast for the neighborhood, the Punjab fig turns any backyard into a bustling wildlife buf...

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quaking aspen

Populus tremuloides

Known for their shimmering leaves and striking white bark, the Quaking Aspen is more than just a tree—it's a living, ...

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red-leaved fig

Ficus ingens

A master of adaptation, the red-leaved fig transforms from a rugged rock-clinger into a towering giant. Its signature...

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red mulberry

Morus rubra

The red mulberry is nature's summer snack bar, producing sweet, dark fruits that attract over 60 species of birds and...

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red pine

Pinus resinosa

A titan of the North Woods, the red pine is easily recognized by its tall, straight trunk and distinctive puzzle-piec...

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red spruce

Picea rubens

The red spruce is the rugged evergreen of the Appalachian highlands, characterized by its shimmering yellow-green nee...

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red willow

Salix laevigata

A vibrant anchor of Western waterways, the red willow is more than just a tree—it's a bustling high-rise for pollinat...

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Ringwood

Syzygium anisatum

Meet the Ringwood, Australia’s rare 'Aniseed Tree' that turns your backyard into a fragrant rainforest retreat. Its a...

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river birch

Betula nigra

A striking sentinel of the American wetlands, the river birch is famous for its dramatic, papery bark and its ability...

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River Red Gum

Eucalyptus camaldulensis

The stoic sentinel of the Australian outback, the River Red Gum is more than just a tree—it is a sprawling, living ec...

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Rocky Mountain Juniper

Juniperus scopulorum

A rugged survivor of the American West, the Rocky Mountain Juniper is more than just a tree—it is a year-round sanctu...

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rubber plant

Ficus elastica

A titan of the tropical forest that has found its way into backyards across the globe, the Rubber Plant is famous for...

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Sacred fig

Ficus religiosa

The Sacred fig, also known as the Bodhi tree, is a majestic giant of the plant kingdom, famous for its heart-shaped l...

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sassafras

Sassafras albidum

With its signature mitten-shaped leaves and brilliant autumn hues, the sassafras tree is a centerpiece of the eastern...

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Scots pine

Pinus sylvestris

With its striking orange bark and rugged, wind-swept silhouette, the Scots pine is the king of the northern forest. I...

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Scribbly Gum

Eucalyptus haemastoma

Featuring a trunk etched with nature's own mysterious calligraphy, the Scribbly Gum is the artistic soul of the Sydne...

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shagbark hickory

Carya ovata

An icon of the eastern deciduous forest, the shagbark hickory is easily recognized by its wild, peeling bark. It serv...

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Shellbark Hickory

Carya laciniosa

The Shellbark Hickory is a shaggy-barked monarch of the wetlands, famous for producing the massive 'Kingnuts' that fe...

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shortleaf pine

Pinus echinata

The shortleaf pine is the hardy architect of the American woodland, providing vital shelter and food for a vast array...

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Sierra juniper

Juniperus grandis

The Sierra juniper is a rugged sentinel of the high country, famous for its massive, twisted trunks and striking cinn...

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silver peppermint

Eucalyptus tenuiramis

A shimmering icon of the Tasmanian wilderness, the silver peppermint is beloved for its blue-hued, aromatic leaves an...

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