Robinia x ambigua
Common Locust
Common Locust is a colorful tree when in flower. Many selections are available, look for 'Purple Robe'. Seed pods produce a fair amount of litter. Canopy coverage: 707 square feet.
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Sambucus mexicana
Mexican Elderberry
Leaf drop usually occurs in late summer and can be more complete with drought. Not refined in appearance, so avoid using close up to outdoor areas. Berries attract birds and can also be made into jelly or wine. Canopy coverage: 314 square feet.
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Sophora secundiflora
Texas Mountain Laurel
This is a quality small tree or shrub with many desirable features. Fragrant, wisteria-like flowers are followed by interesting silvery bean pods. Canopy coverage: 177 square feet.
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Sophora secundiflora 'Silver Peso'
Silver Peso Mountain Laurel
Very similar tree as the species, Sophora secundiflora, but leaves are a distinctive silvery color. Grow as a small tree or shrub. Fragrant, wisteria-like flowers are followed by interesting silvery bean pods. Canopy coverage: 177 square feet.
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Syringa reticulata
Japanese Tree Lilac
As a tree form it has a rounded crown, or grow as a large shrub or hedge. Flowers are fragrant. Accepts minor shade but full sun is best. Canopy coverage: 314 square feet.
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Trachycarpus fortunei
Windmill Palm
A primary value of this palm is that it remains in scale for home landscapes. Dark brown fibers on trunk as trees age add interest. Canopy coverage: 50 square feet.
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Ulmus parvifolia
Evergreen Elm
Evergreen Elm is an extremely fast-growing tree for shade. Mottled tan and gray bark is an attraction. Thin—don't top—branches in crown to prevent wind damage. Canopy coverage: 962 square feet.
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Ulmus pumila
Lacebark Elm, Siberian Elm
This is a tree that is easy to grow, even in less-than-ideal conditions. Some issues include brittle branches that can suffer wind damage, invasive roots, prolific reseeding and litter from its winged fruit. Canopy coverage: 1,257 square feet.
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Vitex agnus-castus
Chaste Tree
Chaste Tree can be grown as a shrub or small tree. Makes a broad screen, although leaves drop in winter. Selections are available with pink or white flowers. Canopy coverage: 491 square feet.
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Washingtonia filifera
California Fan Palm
Very similar in appearance to Mexican Fan Palm, but California Fan Palm has a noticeably thicker and heavier trunk. Many gardeners leave the dead palm fronds on older palms, adding interest. Plant or transplant during warm season. Canopy coverage: 177 square feet.
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Washingtonia robusta
Mexican Fan Palm
The trunk of Mexican Fan Palm is more narrow and the tree grows taller than California Fan Palm. A definite skyline tree. Can be invasive as plants reseed easily. Plant or transplant during warm season. Canopy coverage: 79 square feet.
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