Generally, a small tree as opposed to a tall, or shade , tree. Often they are flowering trees used as understory plantings, or massed in the open for color and texture. A larger tree planted in a location where the canopy provides shade at ground level. If you are looking up names of plants, check the Horti Plex plant database here at GardenWeb. Proper nouns are generally not included in the glossary.
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