Each page includes a full color picture of the tree in summer, zone map and icons which provide information as to tree size, growth rate, alkaline soil and drought tolerance and suitability for planting near power lines. Favorable planting locations in the state are shaded in green, areas shaded in yellow are marginal and areas shaded in red are unfavorable. If a tree is native to parts of South Dakota, those areas of the map will be shaded in blue. Icons for growth rate and alkaline soil adaptability and drought tolerance are also shaded in green, yellow and red to show trees well adapted, marginal or poorly adapted to these conditions respectively. Small icons are also provided if the featured tree has especially attractive leaves, flowers, fleshy or dry fruit and bark.
Descriptive information is provided for each of the trees featured in the book.
The text describes basic cultural requirements for good growth, significant features, pest problems if any and a description of some of the important cultivars that are commonly available. For additional information, or to place an order for the please contact the SDSU Bulletin Room, Lincoln Music Hall, Brookings, SD 57007. Copies of the book are also available from most County Extension and NRCS offices around the state. If you have additional comments about this book you may contact John Ball or David Graper via E-mail.