December: Austrian Pine Tree

December: Austrian Pine Tree

The Austrian Pine (Pinus nigra) is a tough, resilient evergreen that performs exceptionally well in Southern Idaho’s climate. Known for its dense, dark green needles and strong, sturdy form, this pine is highly valued for its ability to tolerate wind, heat, cold, and...

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November: Scotch Pine Tree

November: Scotch Pine Tree

The Scotch Pine (Pinus sylvestris) is a hardy, fast-growing evergreen well-suited for Southern Idaho’s variable climate. Known for its distinctive orange-brown bark and strong, upright form, this pine adds year-round color and texture to both rural and urban...

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October: Thunderhead Japanese Black Pine

October: Thunderhead Japanese Black Pine

The Thunderhead Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii ‘Thunderhead’) is an exceptional choice for Southern Idaho gardens, offering year-round visual interest with its dense, cloud-like growth habit. This popular Japanese Black Pine is especially striking in winter,...

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September: ‘Sensation’ Box Elder Maple Tree

September: ‘Sensation’ Box Elder Maple Tree

The Sensation Box Elder Maple (Acer negundo ‘Sensation’) is a unique cultivar of the native North American boxelder, and it has a special connection to Idaho. About 40 years ago, Warren Carnefix, a nursery owner in Idaho, discovered the original tree growing near an...

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August: Crimson Spire Oak Tree

August: Crimson Spire Oak Tree

The Crimson Spire Oak is a striking, columnar hybrid oak that’s well-suited for Southern Idaho’s landscapes, especially where vertical interest or space-saving design is needed. Known for its narrow, upright form and fast growth, this tree makes an excellent privacy...

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July: Pixie-Cot Apricot Tree

July: Pixie-Cot Apricot Tree

The Pixie-Cot Apricot tree is a fantastic choice for home gardeners in Southern Idaho, especially those with smaller yards or looking for a manageable fruit tree. This compact, self-fertile variety is a recent introduction from Zaiger Genetics, bred specifically for...

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June: Tri-Color Beech Tree

June: Tri-Color Beech Tree

The Tri-color Beech is a stunning ornamental tree known for its unique variegated foliage—leaves that display deep purple centers edged in shades of pink, cream, and rose. While native to Europe, this slow-growing cultivar can thrive in Southern Idaho with thoughtful...

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May: Yellowwood Tree

May: Yellowwood Tree

This ornamental tree is prized for its striking, fragrant white flower clusters that bloom in late spring, followed by bright green foliage that turns golden-yellow in fall. With its smooth gray bark and graceful branching, the Yellowwood adds elegance to landscapes,...

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April: Japanese Pagoda Tree

April: Japanese Pagoda Tree

Pagoda trees will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 25 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be...

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March: Chinese Fringe Tree

March: Chinese Fringe Tree

This is a highly prized small tree with upright branches forming a dome shape. Soft green leaves back magnificent clusters of fragrant, fringe-like blooms.Plant Attributes: Light: Full sun, Partial sun Water: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. Size: Slow growing...

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