Drought Tolerant Plant Specimen Tree For Sale In Houston

* In recent years, this species has been extensively used in Bonsai. * Carpinus orientalis (Oriental Hornbeam) is a hornbeam native from southeastern Europe to northern Iran and occurs usually on hot dry sites at lower altitudes in comparison to the European...

It is much more drought tolerant than most spruce species. * This species of spruce should be grown in areas where drought may be a concern. * Picea crassifolia is a species of conifer in the Pinaceae family.

* Jeffrey pine has ornamental value and can be found in parks and gardens throughout the temperate world. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. It is large and oil-rich with a resinous flavor, and is about 10 - 12mm long.

* Cupressus lusitanica , ( Cedro Blanco ; Teotlate , distinctive names used in Mexico); Cedro Blanco means White Cedar and is also known as Mexican White Cedar , is a species of cypress native to Mexico and Central America ( Guatemala , El Salvador and...

* Thrives in a light well-drained sandy or gravelly loam. * It is widely planted for timber in its native area, being one of the most important trees in forestry in Algeria and Morocco.

* In recent years, this species has been extensively used in Bonsai. * Carpinus orientalis (Oriental Hornbeam) is a hornbeam native from southeastern Europe to northern Iran and occurs usually on hot dry sites at lower altitudes in comparison to the European...

* Abies numidica is a medium-sized to large evergreen tree growing to 20–35 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter. * It is valued among firs for its drought tolerance. * Algerian Fir is grown as an ornamental tree in parks and large gardens.

* Fraxinus angustifolia subsp. Ex Willd.) Franco & Rocha Afonso (syn. Oxycarpa M.Bieb. Eastern Europe north to the Czech Republic, southwest Asia east to northern Iran. Leaves with 3–9 leaflets; leaflets with white hairs on the lower half of the midribs.

* The trunk has a handsome, flaking bark of mottled greys with tans and reds, giving rise to its other common name, the Lacebark Elm. * Chinese Elms are frequently used in bonsai; they are considered a good choice for beginners owing to their high tolerance...

It is a climax species at the lower limits of the coniferous forests, and a seral species in higher elevation mesic forests where more competitive conifers are capable of growing. * Ponderosa pine was employed medicinally by several native North American...

It is a moderately long-lived hardwood with a light-colored wood, yellowish gray to light brown with yellow streaks. * Usually the common hackberry forms a medium sized tree, thirty to fifty feet in height, with a slender trunk; however, it can rise to...

* This species has a deeply penetrating root system that firmly anchors the tree against winds. * The specific epithet pungens means "sharply pointed", referring to the leaves. * It is a popular ornamental tree found far beyond its native range.

A very ornamental tree. Native to Himalayas, east Asia, Japan. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Succeeds in full sun or light shade. * An easily grown plant, it succeeds in any soil of good or moderate fertility, ranging from acid to shallow chalk.

* Natural stands of cork oak can support diverse ecosystems. Wine corks represent 15% of cork usage by weight but 66% of revenues. It is native to southwest Europe and northwest Africa.

It is largely used for fence posts and rails, telegraph poles etc, it is also occasionally used for making furniture, the interior finish of buildings etc. * Heart-shaped leaves to 1'; fast grower, yellow and white flowers in late June; large and sometimes...

This Bonsai is a good one for beginners because it is low-maintenance, a slow grower, and has a burly frame. The Mugo Pine has small dark green evergreen needles helping it to look great all year.

Leaves are up to 2" long and bark exfoliates and is attractive. * A decoction of the flowers is used in the treatment of colds. * Lagerstroemia indica ( Crape myrtle, Crepe myrtle ) is a species in the genus Lagerstroemia in the family Lythraceae .

It is used in perfumery and soap making. * An essential oil is distilled from the shoots. * Cupressus sempervirens , the Mediterranean Cypress (also known as Italian, Tuscan, or Graveyard Cypress, or Pencil Pine) is a species of cypress native to the...

* Source of the commercial pecan; a tall, straight-trunked tree, fastest growing of the hickories; likes deep, rich soil; native to central midwest south to Mexico In the wild, trees grow best in areas where summer temperatures average 24 - 30°c and...

* Spathodea is a monotypic genus in the flowering plant family Bignoniaceae. * This tree is planted extensively as an ornamental tree throughout the tropics and is much appreciated for its very showy reddish-orange or crimson (rarely yellow), campanulate...

* A tropical tree with compound leaves and clustered yellow-green flowers. * A species of Albizia , native to tropical southern Asia , and widely cultivated and naturalised in other tropical and subtropical regions.

* Roots yield up to 6% gutta-percha, a non-elastic rubber used as an electrical insulator and in making plastics etc. Its growth is quite variable under both cultivated and wild conditions.

* A native of the southern parts of Africa, mainly sub-tropical. * Inland it is usually deciduous, especially where the winter season is very dry or there is risk of frost. Trees grown in poor soil or in very dry conditions tend to be smaller (about 5...

* This is a common and widespread forest tree from South Africa to Ethiopia . * It is a fast growing and popular garden tree in South Africa and is easily propagated. It is fast growing and relatively drought resistant making it a good bonsai.The flowers...

Its historical use to construct religious temples and in landscaping around temples is well recorded. Succeeds in very chalky soils. It grows beautifully in the south and west coast in the U.S. Mature specimens have a graceful, horizontal, weeping habit...

* Common names include Orchid tree and Mountain-ebony. * Native to India and China. * A decidious Tree growing to 12m. * Purple or lavender terminal flowers.

* It is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree reaching a height of 5-20 m with a trunk up to 50 cm diameter. Acer buergerianum is a popular bonsai for its splendid multitude of green leaves and fall color of red, orange and yellow.