Plant species with low shade tolerance in sunny areas. Do not apply lime to soil near plants with low or moderate acid tolerance. Gray Jays and Steller's Jays also nest in coniferous trees. Excepting larch, these trees provide excellent winter cover for chickadees, Pine Grosbeaks, Bohemian Waxwings, Dark-eyed Juncos, Boreal Owls, grouse and many others. Non-native, but similar species available commercially.
Redpolls thrive on birch seeds in winter and spring.
Pine Grosbeaks, Ruffed and Blue Grouse, snowshoe hares and moose feast on the buds, shoots and twigs of these deciduous trees. During summer, these trees provide valuable cover. Maple also provides excellent cover. Bohemian Waxwings and Pine Grosbeaks in particular seem to be attracted by teh berries of these plants. These plants produce fragrant flowers and provide cover for a variety of birds.