Ornamental trees are described as trees that grows less than 25 feet tall, usually having a define feature, such as flowers, unique foliage, notable bark, or a form of branching that is eye catching. Ornamentals often have unique features that are notable thru-out the seasons attracting natural wild life, birds and butterflies. GREAT things come in small packages. Smaller in stature than shade trees, ornamentals have a more narrow spread making them easier to fit in small yards. Often, they add landscape interest in the form of flowers, fruit, or fall color.