Deeply incised foliage distinguishes this young tree from its parent, the European Beech. Growing to 80 feet or more, the Scarlet Oak has an open rounded head and bears deeply cut, bristle-tipped leaves. While this tree is noted for its vibrant fall foliage, our specimen has a genetic propensity for brown leaves in autumn. The Star Magnolia is a tree for all seasons. A native of Arkansas and Texas, this tree was named for the Osage Indians who made strong bows from the orange-colored inner wood.
Many people inquire about the recumbent state of our Osage orange.
It is generally believed that this tree fell many years ago, perhaps early in the 20th century, but has continued to grow in its reclining state and has become a living sculpture. One of the many cultivars of the European Beech, this tree exhibits the familiar leaves, buds, and gray bark of the species. It is the form of the Weeping European beech that sets it apart as an unusual landscape specimen. Records indicate that the American Holy was a great favorite of George Washington, our first President. A tree of slow growth, the American Holly reaches a height of 50 to 60 feet in this area.