7 Trees to Plant in Kamloops BC
When it comes to picking the right tree the options can seem endless. It’s important to consider the location you are planting in – trees will thrive in certain areas and do poorly in other areas depending on the species. You should also consider the functionality you would like to get out of your tree: privacy, shade, beautification – you get the gist.
The Thompson Okanagan is a great place to grow a strong & healthy tree. Here are 7 trees to plant in Kamloops BC in 2020:
Cardinal Royal Mountain Ash
A beautiful feature tree with clusters of white flowers that burst forth in spring alongside red fruits that last well into winter.
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White flowers
Parkland Pillar Birch
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Brandon Elm
A large tree with an upright vase shape. Foliage is medium green with rough tooth margins. More compact than the American Elm, this tree makes an excellent shade tree. It’s tolerance of air pollution and salt makes it a great choice for urban settings and street planting.
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Compact
Fast growing
Prairie Spire Ash
A narrow, upright, seedless variety of Ash that adapts to a wide range of soils. Long lasting golden fall colour. More compact growing habit than the Patmore Ash.
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Adaptable to many different soil types
Royal Red Norway Maple
Hardy and slow growing with maroon foliage that retains its colour throughout the growing season.
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Slow growing
Beautiful maroon foliage
Autumn Blaze Maple
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Thunderchild Crabapple
If your clients want a flowering tree then this is it. This compact variety has so much going for it in terms of colour: deep purple leaves year round, orange-yellow fall color, pink flowers … Anyone who wants something bright and exciting in their yard will love the Thunderchild Crabapple.
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All of our trees will perform well in the Kamloops area – they’re grown right next door in Armstrong BC after all. But if you’re stuck and don’t know where to start, we hope this list helps!