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Scotch Pine
When used in windbreaks, it should be placed in east or south inside rows and works best in partial shade to full sun. It can reach a height of six feet in six years with good care. It is a fast growing, irregularly shaped tree. Older trees have orange-colored bark in the crown. It is a hardy tree that grows rapidly for a pine tree. It is a very winter hardy tree and is well suited throughout the Great Plains and Southern Canada. The Scotch Pine tree, Pinus Sylvestris, is a conifer that is a native of Europe and is widely used as a Christmas Tree. The evergreen foliage consists of short, twisted needles, which are bluish-green and often change to yellow-green in winter. ... additional info
Lacebark Elm Fall leaf color is variable, but some yellowish to reddish purple is possible even in warmer climates. The grey bark begins to exfoliate or peel off in small patches as the trunk matures resulting in an interesting combination of mottled colors beneath, including green, gray, orange and brown. The species is known for quick growth, particularly if planted in fertile, well drained soils. The bark of this elm is perhaps its finest feature. The Lacebark Elm tree, Ulmus parvifolia, is a superb tree for urban conditions and should be widely considered for use as a street tree. |
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