White Oak (Quercus alba)
A majestic, long-lived native deciduous tree in Minnesota, recognized by its pale gray scaly bark, deeply lobed rounded leaves, and slow growth rate. It reaches heights of 60 to 100 feet and provides vital food and shelter for local wildlife.
Details:
|
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care Instructions -
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care InstructionsWhite Birch (Betula papyrifera) An iconic Minnesota native tree, commonly known as the white or canoe birch. Details: - Bark: Thin, papery, bright white bark that exfoliates (peels) in horizontal strips, revealing a reddish-brown inner layer.
- Size: Grows 50 to 70 feet tall (sometimes up to 90 feet) with an open, irregular crown.
- Leaves: Oval or heart-shaped, doubly toothed, dark green in summer, and turning a bright golden-yellow in autumn.
- Habitat: Thrives primarily in Northern Minnesota forests, often springing up after large natural disturbances like fires or windstorms.
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care InstructionsAmerican Basswood (Tilia americana) Also known as the American linden, is a large native deciduous tree common in Minnesota's rich hardwood forests. It features broad, heart-shaped leaves, fragrant pale-yellow summer flowers favored by bees, and soft, lightweight wood. Details: - Size: Grows 60 to 100 feet tall with a dense, rounded crown.
- Leaves: 3 to 6 inches long, heart-shaped with finely toothed edges.
- Flowers: Fragrant, creamy-yellow clusters blooming in late June and July.
- Fruit: Small, nut-like drupes attached to a leafy, wing-like bract.
- Pollinators: Nicknamed the "bee-tree" because its abundant nectar produces a distinct, high-quality honey.
- Woodworking: Soft and uniform, making it a top choice for woodcarving, interior paneling, and sauna construction.
- Wildlife: Seeds and twigs feed local birds and small mammals, while the fibrous inner bark has historical uses in weaving
- Chocolate substitute: Unripe or ripe nutlets can be mashed or ground—historically combined with dried basswood flowers—to create a chocolate-flavored paste or powder.
- Roasted snacks: Green or mature-falling nutlets can be lightly roasted and sweetened to use in baking or desserts.
- Wildlife food: In the wild, the fallen autumn nutlets serve as a key food source for chipmunks, mice, squirrels, and rabbits
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees- Fast growing, soils sandy loam to silty clay, full to partial sun.
- Medium to large tree with nice form. Has bright yellow fall color.
- Grows in many different moisture regimes
- Spacing within rows or plants in clumps: 8 – 18 Feet
- Full Grown Height (Dependent on Site): 50 – 75 Feet
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care InstructionsRed Maple (Acer rubrum) A fast-growing, medium-to-large native tree in Minnesota, naturally found in the moist forests and wetlands of the central and northeastern parts of the state. It reaches 40 to 70 feet tall and is widely planted as a landscape or shade tree for its brilliant red autumn foliage. Details: - Natural distribution: Found across the eastern half of Minnesota, stretching west to a line from Mahnomen to Redwood Falls.
- Habitats: Common in moist woods, river floodplains, and swamps (often called swamp maple).
- Soil preference: Prefers moist, slightly acidic soils and struggles or shows chlorosis in heavily alkaline or dry, compacted urban soils.
- Size: 40–70 feet high with a 30–50 foot spread and a rounded crown.
- Appearance: Smooth light-gray bark on young stems turning dark gray and shaggy with age.
- Leaves: Simple, opposite, 3- to 5-lobed leaves that turn bright scarlet red or yellow in the fall.
- Flowers: Tiny red or magenta clusters that bloom early in spring before the leaves emerge.
- Hardiness: Extremely cold-hardy (down to Zone 3), especially northern-selected cultivars like 'Northwood'.
- Sunlight: Performs best in full sun to partial shade.
- Urban use: Popular as a yard or boulevard tree, though shallow roots can occasionally heave nearby sidewalks if planted too close. Guidance and maintenance tips are available via the University of Minnesota Extension.
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
Details:Red Oak (Quercus rubra) Northern Red Oak is a majestic, fast-growing native tree in Minnesota that thrives across the central, southern, and eastern parts of the state.
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care Instructions- Size: Grows 60 to 90 feet tall with a wide, rounded crown.
- Leaves: 4 to 8 inches long with 7 to 11 pointed, bristle-tipped lobes. They turn a brilliant antique red in autumn.
- Bark: Features dark grayish-brown ridges that often look like "ski tracks".
- Acorns: Large (3/4 to nearly 2 inches long) with a very shallow, flat-topped cap.
- Placement: Excellent for large lawns and parks in full sun, preferring well-drained, slightly acidic soils.
- Wildlife Value: Acorns provide vital winter food for deer, squirrels, and wild turkeys.
- Oak Wilt Warning: This species is highly susceptible to oak wilt fungus. Avoid pruning trees between April and June when sap beetles spread the disease.
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care InstructionsRiver Birch (Betula nigra) A fast-growing, medium-to-large shade tree native to floodplain forests in southeastern Minnesota. Details: - Size: Grows 50 to 75 feet tall and 35 to 50 feet wide.
- Bark: Distinctive peeling, papery bark in rich shades of cinnamon, salmon-pink, tan, and ivory.
- Leaves: Bright green in spring and summer, turning a soft gold in the fall.
- Lifespan: Typically lives for 50 to 70+ years under good conditions.
- Native Range: Found naturally along the Mississippi and Root River valleys in the southern part of the state.
- Hardiness: Thrives in USDA Zones 4 through 9 and tolerates summer heat well.
- Soil & Moisture: Prefers moist, acidic soils and tolerates wet sites or occasional standing water, though it can suffer from iron chlorosis (yellowing leaves) in high-pH or alkaline soils.
- Pest Resistance: Highly resistant to the bronze birch borer, which frequently attacks other birch species in urban landscapes.
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care InstructionsSugar Maple (Acer saccharum) A native, large deciduous tree in Minnesota known for its brilliant fall colors and sap used for syrup. Details: - Size: Grows 40 to 80 feet tall with a 30 to 60-foot spread.
- Leaves: Simple, opposite leaves with 3 to 5 pointed, smooth-edged lobes. They turn bright scarlet, orange, and yellow in the autumn.
- Bark: Smooth and light gray-brown when young, turning dark gray with scaly plates on older trees.
- Seeds: U-shaped paired wings called samaras, or "helicopter" seeds.
- Location: A staple of Minnesota's eastern hardwood forests and the historic "Big Woods" region.
- Soil: Prefers rich, moist, and well-drained soils. It does not do well in compacted soils or areas with heavy road salt.
- Shade: Highly tolerant of shade, often forming a dense canopy.
-
Out of stock
Trees sold in bundles. One bundle contains 25 trees
KEY * Native to Minnesota # Salt Tolerant Species ~ Do not plant under power lines Tree Care InstructionsHybrid Norway Poplar (populus deltoides) Details: - Growth Rate: Grows at a remarkable 3 to 8 feet per year under optimal conditions.
- Size: Reaches a mature height of 40 to 60 feet and a width of 20 to 35 feet with a broad crown.
- Foliage: Features simple, triangular silvery-green leaves that turn yellow in the fall.
- Lifespan: Shorter-lived than many shade trees, typically lasting 30 to 40+ years.
- Hardiness: Thrives in USDA Zone 3 and handles cold northern winters well.
- Sunlight: Requires full sun.
- Soil & Water: Prefers moist clay loams or sandy loams (5.5 to 7.5 pH). It does not tolerate prolonged drought on upland sites and needs a reliable water table.
- Windbreaks & Privacy: Frequently planted for rapid visual screens, windbreaks, and property line buffers.
- Quick Shade: Ideal when you need immediate canopy coverage while slower-growing permanent trees establish.
- Biomass & Firewood: Popular for short-rotation sustainable firewood plots and biomass.
-
Out of stock
Large tree bundle contains 5 of each of the following species for a total of 20 trees
Tree Care InstructionsYellow Bud Hickory (Carya cordiformis) The Yellow Bud Hickory, also known as the Bitternut Hickory, it is a native deciduous tree in Minnesota easily recognized by its bright sulfur-yellow, valvate winter buds. Details: - Buds: Distinctive, bright mustard-to-sulfur yellow buds with scales that touch (valvate) rather than overlap.
- Leaves: Pinnately compound leaves, 7 to 10 inches long, usually featuring 7 to 11 narrow, finely toothed leaflets.
- Bark: Light to silvery gray, tight and hard with shallow furrows and narrow scaly ridges (not shaggy like a Shagbark Hickory).
- Nuts: Small, round fruits encased in a thin husk with winged seams; the nut meat is extremely bitter due to high tannin content.
- Location: Found across the southeastern and eastern parts of Minnesota, often growing in rich bottomland forests, floodplains, and moist uplands.
- Growth: It is one of the faster-growing hickory species and can tolerate wet soils and bottom lands better than most other hickories.
- Use: Valued locally for shade in large landscapes or harvested for hard wood products like furniture and tool handles, though the nuts are largely ignored by wildlife because of their strong bitter taste. You can read more via the Minnesota DNR Bitternut Hickory Guide.
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) A native hardwood found in central and southeastern forests in Minnesota. Details: - Size: Grows 40 to 60 feet tall (sometimes up to 80 feet) in Minnesota.
- Bark: Smooth and reddish-brown with white horizontal lines on young trees; rough, dark brown, and broken into thick, scaly plates on older trunks.
- Leaves: Alternate, oval, shiny green, and finely toothed, turning brilliant yellow or red in autumn.
- Fruit: Drooping clusters of small, dark red-to-black cherries that taste tart or sour, ripening in late summer.
- Habitat: Thrives in well-drained, moist soils, often found in oak forests and disturbed habitats or open areas.
Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) A tough, native deciduous tree in Minnesota that grows 50 to 70 feet tall and tolerates harsh urban conditions, drought, and clay soils. Details: - Size: Reaches 50 to 70 feet high with a spread of up to 50 feet.
- Bark: Features bumpy warts on young trunks that turn into prominent, cork-like ridges as the tree matures.
- Leaves and Fruit: Produces asymmetrical dark green leaves that turn yellow in fall, alongside small purple berry-like fruits (drupes) that feed local wildlife through winter.
- Growth Rate: Exhibits a medium to fast growth rate.
- Native Range: Found naturally in floodplains, southern Minnesota, and westward up the Red River Valley, though it adapts well across most Minnesota counties.
- Sun and Soil: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. It handles poor soils, clay, and occasional flooding or drought with ease.
- Planting Window: Plant in the spring after the ground thaws or in early fall (at least six weeks before the first hard freeze).
- Pros: Excellent shade tree, highly resistant to wind and salt, and a great food source for birds like cedar waxwings. It often replaced American elms lost to disease.
Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) A large, hardy native hardwood tree that reaches the northern edge of its natural range in southern and southeastern Minnesota. Details: - Size: Grows 50 to 75 feet tall (and occasionally up to 100 feet) with a wide, spreading crown.
- Hardiness: Thrives in USDA Zones 4 through 9, making it cold-tolerant for most of Minnesota.
- Leaves & Nuts: Features large compound leaves with many leaflets and produces edible, richly flavored nuts enclosed in a green husk that turns brown in the fall.
- Toxicity: The roots, leaves, and hulls contain a natural chemical called juglone, which can inhibit the growth of certain garden plants (like tomatoes and apples) planted directly underneath or near the canopy.
- Natural Range: Commonly found in moist, well-drained soils along streams, rivers, and mixed forests in the southern and twin-cities regions of the state.
- Urban & Northern Planting: Frequently planted as a shade tree in parks and urban landscapes further north, such as the Arrowhead region.