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Oklahoma Redbud
This redbud tree was discovered growing wild in the Arbuckle Mountains of Oklahoma in 1964. Oklahoma redbud trees have fall color that is variable, but often includes attractive shades of reddish-purple and orange. Not reliably winter hardy throughout USDA Zone 5 where it should be planted in a protected location. The Oklahoma redbud's heart-shaped leaves open soft pink but gradually mature to a glossy rich green. Excellent small tree for lawns, woodland gardens or naturalized areas. This tree has clusters of tiny, wine-red, pea-like flowers that bloom profusely on the branches and mature trunks for 2-3 weeks in early spring (March-April) before the foliage emerges. Street tree in residential areas. Effective planted as a specimen or in groups. Part shade is best in hot climates. Pendulous, flat, bean-like, 2-4" long seed pods resembling snow peas appear after flowering. The Oklahoma Redbud tree, Cercis reniformis, 'Oklahoma', has glossy green foliage. Redbuds are true harbingers of spring. The Okahoma redbud is a small, deciduous understory tree which typically grows to 12-18' tall. It is easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. ... details
Texas Red Oak The bark is thick with scaly ridges separated by deep, dark fissures. The Texas red oak may also be found as a multi-trunked specimen in the wild. The Texas Red Oak develops a rather typical shape and form for the species, with a dense rounded canopy. The Texas Red Oak, 'Quercus buckleyi' is also known as Spanish Oak, Spotted Oak, Red Oak, and Rock Oak. They are moderately fast growing for a hard wood tree. This medium sized tree may achieve a height of 30 feet or more and an equal spread. |
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