{"title":"Trees","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"yrmi4hrhtpupphxckbuqaj7a","title":"Chionanthus virginicus - fringetree","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 12’ to 20’\u003cbr\u003eSpread: 12’ to 20’\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr\u003eWater: Medium\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: White\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: May to June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a beautiful native, deciduous shrub. It may be trimmed into a dense shrub or limbed up to create a small tree. It has airy, drooping clusters of fragrant white flowers. Pollen-bearing and fruit-bearing flowers are produced on separate plants. One of each is required for fruit and seed production. The flowers are visited by a wide assortment of insect pollinators. Several sphinx moths use this plant as a caterpillar host. The fruits are eaten by a wide variety of birds and other small animals. The leaves turn yellow in fall. It is reported to have moderate deer resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g","offer_id":44957448601887,"sku":"F-91","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/Chionanthusvirginicus.jpg?v=1686846472"},{"product_id":"bvszumold7vhhdagjcysydrj","title":"Fagus grandifolia -American beech","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHeight: to 100' +’\u003cbr\u003eSpread: 40' +\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: sun to shade\u003cbr\u003eWater: average\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: green\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThis large tree may be best suited to a large property. Young plants are slow growing in a shady forest understory but they become forest giants in time. The smooth gray trunk is an outstanding feature of the mature tree. Young trees hold yellow-brown leaves well into the winter offering some seasonal interest when most other trees are bare. The fall seeds are eaten by people and by a wide assortment of wildlife. The caterpillars of several moths, including the luna and cecropia, feed on the foliage. Bees and other insect pollinators are attracted to the spring flowers. It is resistant to deer damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":44957450699039,"sku":"H-103","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/Fagusgrandifolia.jpg?v=1686849883"},{"product_id":"y54qai3xjrlzu264oi7jx5k7","title":"Juglans nigra - black walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeight: 90' +\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 50’ to 70’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: average to moist\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: yellowish green\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: April to May\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a large deciduous tree that may be best suited for a large property. The large leaves are pinnately compound. According to some reports, it usually takes twenty years before the tree will produce a large crop of edible nuts. People, squirrels, some birds and other wildlife eat the seeds. Some references state that over one hundred species of caterpillars feed on the foliage of this tree. Black walnut wood has a high value. This tree is notorious for producing chemicals from its roots to inhibit the growth of some nearby plants. Deer may eat leaves and shoots that are in reach.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":44957452828959,"sku":"H-103","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/Juglansnigra.jpg?v=1686858177"},{"product_id":"io7itbovsmj36d6njnxfnnz7","title":"Magnolia macrophylla - bigleaf magnolia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 30' to 40'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread: 30' to 40'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Needs: full sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater: medium to moist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower color: white\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloom time: May to June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bigleaf magnolia has largest simple leaf and the largest flower of any tree native to the United States. The leaf can grow to three feet long. Its fragrant flowers can be 8-14 inches in diameter. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlant this tree in a site that is protected from strong winds that can shred the leaves. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is reported to take twelve years or more to bloom. Birds love the small red fruits  that develop in cone-like structures. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBeetles and flies are the primary pollinators but hummingbirds and other insects may take nectar from the flowers. Eastern tiger swallowtail larvae use this tree as a host. Fruit-eating birds eat fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"3g Tree","offer_id":46669238763807,"sku":"C-61","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":52619333271839,"sku":"C-61","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/Magnoliamacrophylla2.jpg?v=1686863555"},{"product_id":"5jtfiwqdeyykyq4bqq6e43lj","title":"Magnolia virginiana - magnolia, sweetbay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight: 35’ +\u003cbr\u003eSpread: to 35’\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr\u003eWater: average to wet\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: white\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: May to June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis tree has smooth, gray bark and a fairly narrow crown. The sweetly fragrant, creamy white flowers are three inches wide or more. They appear in mid-spring and sometimes appear sporadically throughout the summer. Some plants are deciduous in winter while others are evergreen - at least in mild winters. They have bright red seeds that are relished by birds. In the garden, this species is a nice, medium-sized shade tree for a suburban lot. It is a host plant for the caterpillars of the eastern tiger swallowtail and the spicebush swallowtail butterflies. Protect young plants from deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":44957454041375,"sku":"E-82","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/MagnoliaVirginiana_d0c9a310-0ae2-4209-840c-f6491ff8d7a7.jpg?v=1686863872"},{"product_id":"lcszi4o7m3ykthycy574p45o","title":"Oxydendron arboreum - sourwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeight: to 50’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: to 25’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: average\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: white\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: June to July\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSometimes called the \"lily of the valley tree\", this deciduous tree produces long descending spikes of white flowers in summer. It can serve as a medium-sized shade tree where white oaks and tulip poplars are too big. It is great for naturalizing along the woodland edge where the flowers can be viewed. When it is in flower, the canopy is active with bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Sourwood honey made from the nectar of these flowers is highly prized for its color and flavor. Fall foliage is bright red. It is somewhat resistant to deer. However, it may be best to protect young plants where deer are a problem. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":47585224720671,"sku":"B-34","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2025-07-20_200637715.png?v=1753056411"},{"product_id":"acer-leucoderme-maple-chalk","title":"Acer leucoderme - maple, chalk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight: 25’\u003cbr\u003eSpread: 20'\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: sun to part sun\u003cbr\u003eWater: average\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: yellow\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is an outstanding medium-sized shade tree that is perfect for small suburban properties and would make an excellent replacement for a callery pear. Unfortunately, it is rare in the nursery industry. It is closely related to the sugar maple and looks like a small version of it. The name \"chalk maple\" refers to the attractive smooth light gray bark on mature trees. The bright orange fall color is similar to that of the sugar maple. The caterpillars of the imperial moth and other moths feed on the foliage. Bees and other insect pollinators are attracted to the spring flowers. Birds and other wildlife feed on the seeds. Deer will browse on leaves and twigs that are in reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":46668923109663,"sku":"D2-50","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/IMG_2339.jpg?v=1732038799"},{"product_id":"prunus-serotonin-black-cherry","title":"Prunus serotina - black cherry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 60' to 80'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 30' to 60'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: average \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: Spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a fast-growing deciduous tree. It has a distinctive reddish, flaking bark and glossy foliage. Short spikes of white flowers appear in large numbers in early spring. They are followed by small, dark red fruits. Bees and other insects pollinate the flowers. The berries are important food for several species of birds and other small animals. Dr. Tallamy ranks \u003cem\u003ePrunus\u003c\/em\u003e species as very high (second after the oaks) for their wildlife value. It is a host for over 400 butterflies  and moths including the coral hairstreak, spring azure, eastern tiger swallowtail, red-spotted purple, viceroy and several large moths. It has resistance to deer damage but young plants may benefit from protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":46812892528927,"sku":"G-95","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/blackcherry.jpg?v=1695510350"},{"product_id":"quercus-alba-white-oak","title":"Quercus alba - white oak","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 50' to 135;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread:  50' to 80'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: average\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: Light Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: Early Spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEntomologist and author, Dr. Doug Tallamy says that oaks are the most important trees for supporting native wildlife. Nationally, oaks are host plants for the caterpillars of over 800 species of butterflies and moths. These insects, in turn, are food for a wide assortment of birds and many other species of wildlife. In addition, their acorns feed many more animals. White oak is a large deciduous tree that might be best for a large property. They are strong and can live for centuries. Young plants may be browsed by deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":46813460791583,"sku":"B-40","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/Quercusalba.jpg?v=1695511601"},{"product_id":"quercus-lyrata-overcup-oak","title":"Quercus lyrata - overcup oak","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 35’-60’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 35’-60’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: average to moist\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: tan\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: March to April \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEntomologist and author, Dr. Tallamy says that oaks are the most important trees for supporting native wildlife. Nationally, oaks are host plants for the caterpillars of over 800 species of butterflies and moths. These insects, in turn, are food for a wide assortment of birds and many other species of wildlife. In addition, their acorns feed many more animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Young plants may be browsed by deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOvercup oak is a large deciduous tree that might be best for a large property but, like many other oaks, they are strong and can live for centuries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIt gets its common name from the distinctive bur-like acorn cup that encloses most of the acorn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":47612011512095,"sku":"H-103","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/Q.lyrata.jpg?v=1707246921"},{"product_id":"quercus-phellos-willow-oak","title":"Quercus phellos- willow oak","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 40’-75’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 25’-50’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: Moist to occasionally dry\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: Gold\/Yellow and green\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: March to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEntomologist and author, Dr. Tallamy says that oaks are the most important trees for supporting native wildlife. Nationally, oaks are host plants for the caterpillars of over 800 species of butterflies and moths. These insects, in turn, are food for a wide assortment of birds and many other species of wildlife. In addition, their acorns feed many more animals. Young plants may be browsed by deer. Willow oak is a large deciduous tree that might be best for a large property. It is strong and can live for centuries. This species has small, slender leaves that do not pile up in fall like the larger leaves of other oaks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"3g tree","offer_id":51298156118303,"sku":"B-37","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/willowOak.jpg?v=1707425211"},{"product_id":"carya-tomentosa-mockernut","title":"Carya tomentosa - mockernut","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeight: to 80' +\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 60'\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater:  average to moist\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: greenish                                                                                                              Bloom time: April to May\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis large deciduous tree is not commonly available for sale. Seeds for these saplings were collected in Greenville Co., SC. Fall color is gold-yellow. The seeds are hard but the kernel is flavorful. At least two plants are needed for cross-pollination and good seed production. This tree is better suited to a large property rather than a modern suburban lot. The caterpillars of about 230 moth species have been observed feeding on hickory species. The nuts are eaten by a wide assortment of wildlife. Like its relative, the black walnut, hickory roots release chemicals that inhibit the growth of nearby plants. Deer may browse on leaves and stems that are in reach.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":49025447690527,"sku":"H-103","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2024-07-28_144040307.png?v=1722192044"},{"product_id":"nyssa-sylvatica-blackgum","title":"Nyssa sylvatica - blackgum","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHeight: to 70’\u003cbr\u003eSpread: 30' +\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: sun to part sun\u003cbr\u003eWater: average\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: white (small)\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThis is a beautiful slow-growing tree that is not widely cultivated. The canopy tends to be upright and it gets tall in time. Its red fall color is outstanding. Its small flowers are attractive to an assortment of bees and it is one of the nectar sources for tupelo honey. A wide assortment of fruit-eating birds will fuss and fight over the small, blue fruits. The fruits are edible but the fruits of some trees taste better than others. Some are pleasantly acidic to the taste while others are bitter. Deer will browse leaves and twigs within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":49025519452447,"sku":"H-102","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2024-07-28_160231549.png?v=1722196955"},{"product_id":"tilia-americana-american-basswood","title":"Tilia americana - American basswood","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHeight: 80’ +\u003cbr\u003eSpread: 40' +\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: sun\u003cbr\u003eWater: average, drought tolerant once established\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: pale yellow\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: May\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThis large, deciduous shade tree is better suited for a large property than a small suburban yard. The leaves are large and heart-shaped. Honey bees, native bee species and other insect pollinators visit the fragrant flowers. The caterpillars of the mourning cloak, question mark butterflies and an assortment of moths feed on the foliage. Nationwide, over 150 species of Lepidoptera have been recorded feeding on this tree. Birds and small mammals feed on the seeds. Deer browse on leaves and twigs that are in reach. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"3g tree","offer_id":50889063825695,"sku":"B-36","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2025-05-01_163236413.png?v=1746131559"},{"product_id":"castanea-x-dunstan-dunstan-chestnut-copy","title":"Castanea pumila - chinkapin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 15 to 30’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 10 to 20'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: dry to average, well-drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: white\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a close relative of the American chestnut. Although it is resistant to chestnut blight, it is not often found for sale. This slow-growing plant might be best considered a large shrub in the garden but it can reach tree stature in time. It produces edible nuts that are about an inch in diameter, smaller than those of the American chestnut. A wide assortment of wildlife, especially large birds and small mammals, eat the seeds. The plant is reported to be the host for several moth species including the orange-tipped oakworm moth. Protect your young plant from deer which will browse the stems and leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":50990337392927,"sku":"D2-49","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2025-06-15_114904769.png?v=1750002548"},{"product_id":"robinia-pseudacacia-black-locust","title":"Robinia pseudoacacia - black locust","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight: 50’ +\u003cbr\u003eWidth: to 35’\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: sun\u003cbr\u003eWater: medium to dry\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: white\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: March, April \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLong clusters of fragrant white flowers hang from the branches in spring. It is a beautiful tree when in flower but it has some qualities that make it undesirable for small properties. The branches are armed with short spines and the tree will produce root suckers over a large area. Planted in a large lawn, suckers can be controlled by mowing. It is well-suited for restoration of natural areas and for erosion control. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe flowers are important for hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other pollinators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. It is a host plant for the cloudless sulphur butterfly and a few skippers. Birds eat the seeds. Young plants may need protection from deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":51135389303071,"sku":"B-34","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2025-08-17_152621999.png?v=1755458785"},{"product_id":"styrax-americana-american-snowbell","title":"Styrax americanus - American snowbell","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 10’ to 15’\u003cbr\u003eSpread: 10'+\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: sun to part shade\u003cbr\u003eWater: average to moist\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: white\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: April\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a beautiful flowering large shrub or small tree. Large numbers of small, fragrant, white flowers are produced in spring as the leaves emerge. It is suitable for gardens and for naturalizing in a woodland. It is easily trimmed into a small tree that is suitable as an accent in a formal garden. The flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators. It is a host for caterpillars of the promethea moth. Birds eat the fruits. Deer will browse on leaves and branches in their reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g","offer_id":51306887250207,"sku":"H-102, C-61","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2025-10-16_140150873.png?v=1760637713"},{"product_id":"prunus-angustifolia-chris-chris-chickasaw-plum","title":"Prunus angustifolia 'Chris' - Chris Chickasaw plum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 15'+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 20'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: average \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: white\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a small, deciduous tree that produces large numbers of white flowers in spring and edible fruit in late summer. Suckers pop up from the roots and will develop into a thicket if not controlled. This is useful for erosion control. In a garden, plant this tree in the lawn so the suckers can be mowed down regularly. Bees and other early insects pollinate the flowers. The little plums are important food for several species of birds, other small animals and people. Dr. Tallamy ranks \u003cem\u003ePrunus\u003c\/em\u003e species as very high (second after the oaks) for their wildlife value. It is a host for over 400 butterflies  and moths including the coral hairstreak, spring azure, eastern tiger swallowtail, red-spotted purple, viceroy and several large moths. It has  some resistance to deer damage but young plants may benefit from protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor the best fruit production, two or more clones should be planted nearby for cross pollination. All of these plants were grown by cuttings from a tree of SCNPS member Chris Sermon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"6\"","offer_id":51312188555551,"sku":"E-83","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/image_2025-09-04_122839227.png?v=1757003324"},{"product_id":"carya-ovata-shagbark-hickory","title":"Carya ovata - shagbark hickory","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeight: to 80' +\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 60'\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater:  average to moist\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: greenish                                                                                                              Bloom time: April to May\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis large deciduous tree is not commonly available for sale in our area. The trunk of a mature tree is covered with large flakes of bark that provide valuable habitat for wildlife. This tree produces large, tasty nuts that are enjoyed by wildlife and people. Fall color is gold-yellow. This tree is better suited to a large property rather than a modern suburban lot. The caterpillars of about 230 moth species have been observed feeding on hickory species. The nuts are eaten by a wide assortment of wildlife. Like its relative, the black walnut, hickory roots release chemicals that inhibit the growth of some plants. Deer may browse on leaves and stems that are in reach.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"3g Tree","offer_id":52497089921311,"sku":"H-102","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/rtw_c_ovata_1_bark.jpg?v=1777491174"},{"product_id":"cladrastis-kentukea-eastern-redbud-copy","title":"Cladrastis kentukea - American yellowwood","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHeight: to 35’\u003cbr\u003eWidth: to 35’\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: sun\u003cbr\u003eWater: average\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: white\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis beautiful medium-sized tree is rare in South Carolina. It produces long hanging spikes of flowers in spring after the leaves expand. Individual flowers are similar of those of black locust. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe leaves are divided and turn bright yellow in fall. It is useful as a flowering specimen tree or as a shade tree. Several references say to avoid pruning in winter or spring because of a strong tendency to bleed. The flowers are visited by bees. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBirds eat the seeds. Young plants need protection from deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":52497097883935,"sku":"A-6","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/rwl333_a.jpg?v=1777492329"},{"product_id":"quercus-coccinea-scarlet-oak","title":"Quercus coccinea - scarlet oak","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 40’-75’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 25’-50’\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: Full sun\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater: well-drained, average to dry\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: Gold\/Yellow and green\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBloom time: March to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEntomologist and author, Dr. Tallamy says that oaks are the most important trees for supporting native wildlife. Nationally, oaks are host plants for the caterpillars of over 800 species of butterflies and moths. These insects, in turn, are food for a wide assortment of birds and many other species of wildlife. In addition, their acorns feed many more animals. Young plants may be browsed by deer. Scarlet oak is a large deciduous tree that might be best for a large property. It is strong and can live for centuries. This species is often found high on the tops of ridges. The leaves resemble those of a red oak but have narrower lobes. The common name refers to its scarlet fall color. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"3g tree","offer_id":52497177968927,"sku":"A-floor","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/rtw_q_coccinea_9_6_05_1.jpg?v=1777501368"},{"product_id":"stewartia-malacodendron-silky-stewartia","title":"Stewartia malacodendron - silky stewartia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 10 -18’\u003cbr\u003eSpread: 10'+\u003cbr\u003eLight Needs: part shade (morning sun is ideal)\u003cbr\u003eWater: average to moist, well-drained\u003cbr\u003eFlower color: white\u003cbr\u003eBloom time: May\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a deciduous flowering tree that is rarely offered for sale. With its slow growth and spreading branches, it may serve as a large shrub for many years. It is in the camellia family and has large white flowers with dark purple stamens in the center. This beautiful small tree  is suitable for a formal garden or for naturalizing. The flowers attract butterflies, bees and other insect pollinators. It is considered to be deer resistant but young plants may benefit from protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g tree","offer_id":52497186849055,"sku":"C-61","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/gwn_stewartiamalacodenr2.jpg?v=1777502672"},{"product_id":"carya-glabra-pignut-hickory","title":"Carya glabra - pignut hickory","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeight: to 80' +\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 60'\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater:  average to moist\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: greenish                                                                                                              Bloom time: April to May\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis large deciduous tree is common in local forests but is rarely available for sale in our area. It produces small, hard-shelled nuts that are valuable for wildlife but are not commonly eaten by people. Fall color is gold-yellow. This tree is better suited to a large property rather than a modern suburban lot. The caterpillars of about 230 moth species have been observed feeding on hickory species. Like its relative, the black walnut, hickory roots release chemicals that inhibit the growth of some plants. Deer may browse on leaves and stems that are in reach.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"3g Tree","offer_id":52619321377055,"sku":"H-104","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/rtw_c_glabra_silhouette_2.jpg?v=1781625071"},{"product_id":"carya-pallida-sand-hickory","title":"Carya pallida - sand hickory","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeight: to 80' +\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpread: 60'\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight Needs: full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater:  average to moist\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower color: greenish                                                                                                              Bloom time: April to May\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis large deciduous tree is common in local forests but is rarely available for sale in our area. It produces edible nuts that are valuable for wildlife and are eaten by people. The leaves are distinctively pale below. Fall color is gold-yellow. This tree is better suited to a large property rather than a modern suburban lot. The caterpillars of about 230 moth species have been observed feeding on hickory species. Like its relative, the black walnut, hickory roots release chemicals that inhibit the growth of some plants. Deer may browse on leaves and stems that are in reach.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCNPS Upstate","offers":[{"title":"1g Tree","offer_id":52637191602463,"sku":"G-98","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/files\/jkm231109_6758.jpg?v=1782413491"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9501\/4687\/collections\/Acer_rubrum.jpg?v=1686859683","url":"https:\/\/shopupstate.scnps.org\/collections\/trees.oembed?page=2","provider":"SCNPS Upstate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}