The purpose of this list is to ensure the use of native Ontario trees and shrubs in planting at the University.
Native plants are the ones best suited for the Ontario climate.
They are the ones that now grace the forests, shores and wetlands of this province. Their use adds an important element of ecological integrity to the University of Waterloo campus. Over time, the plantings of many non-native trees and shrubs should be replaced by native species whenever possible. Eastern Red Cedar Juniperus virginiana 3. Good upland tree.