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Texas Whitebud
Clusters of tiny, white, pea-like flowers bloom profusely on the branches and mature trunks for 2-3 weeks in early spring (March-April) before the foliage emerges. Deciduous heart-shaped leaves open soft pink but gradually mature to a glossy rich green. Use as a street tree in residential areas. Pendulous, flat, bean-like, 2-4" long seed pods resembling snow peas appear after flowering. Dogwoods are true harbingers of spring. Excellent small tree for lawns, woodland gardens or naturalized areas. Part shade is best in hot climates. Fall color is variable, but often includes attractive shades of reddish-purple and orange. The Texas Whitebud tree, Cercis canadensis, 'Texas Whitebud', has glossy green foliage. Effective planted as a specimen or in groups. Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It is a small, deciduous understory tree which typically grows to 12-18' tall. ... details
Black Walnut - Carpathia The Carpathian Black Walnut tree, Juglans nigra, 'Carpathian', can be planted as a nut bearing landscape tree. Common names for the Carpathian Black Walnut tree are Persian Walnut, English Walnut, Carpathian Walnut and Madeira Nut. The tree's crown is rounded, spreading and open. The best growth and nut production comes when it is placed in deep, dry, light loamy soils. Carpathian Black Walnut trees are self-pollinating but they will normally do better with another neighboring Black Walnut. It is an excellent shade tree that bears excellent thin shell English Walnuts. |
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