Description
This kit of 12 trees is inspired by new plantings at Arnold Arboretum. Worked under oaks planted in the late 1800’s, the staff has revitalized a worn section of the grounds. These trees are best planted in partial shade – either under established, dappled canopy or at forest edge. Each tree is designated as HIGH shade tolerant, but results will vary!
| 1 | Balsam fir | Abies balsamea |
| 1 | maple, sugar | Acer saccharum |
| 1 | hornbeam, american | Carpinus caroliniana |
| 1 | dogwood, flowering | Cornus florida |
| 1 | Witch hazel | Hamamelis virginiana |
| 1 | Northern Sheep Laurel | Kalmia angustifolia |
| 1 | Spicebush | Lindera benzoin |
| 1 | Magolia, sweetbay | Magolia virginiana |
| 1 | spruce, white | Picea glauca |
| 1 | labradore tea | Rhododendron groenlandicum |
| 1 | Arborvitae, Northern White Cedar | Thuja occidentalis |
| 1 | dogwood, silky | Cornus amomum |
Every kit comes with a tree tag for each tree and a printable notebook to bring your plans into the next generation or home owner. The notebook contains room for your planting map, notes about maintenance you’ve carried out and citizen science. Additionally, it includes information on: site choice and preparation; a planting guide; protection recommendations; water, mulch and pruning recommendations and notes; 1st year and longer-term management tips, and a list of trees that came with your kit including details on fruit/nut bearing, growth patterns and, if applicable, hedge management guidelines.