{"title":"Windbreak \u0026 Privacy Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eTrees and shrubs suited to windbreaks, shelterbelts and privacy rows: Black Cherry, American Plum, Northern Bayberry, Chokecherry, American Cranberry Bush, American Hazelnut, Black Locust and Dawn Redwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery plant ships dormant and bare root, timed to the planting window for your USDA zone. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee your zone’s shipping dates\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/why-bare-root\"\u003ewhy bare root\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"prunus-serotina-black-cherry","title":"Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black cherry is a fast-growing native shade tree for USDA zones 3–9 that reaches 50–60 ft tall and 20–30 ft wide in full sun to part shade. It is planted mainly for wildlife and valuable hardwood; its small black cherries feed birds and make jelly. Plant two seedlings, since trees need cross-pollination, and expect fruit after about 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Black Cherry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible harvest, starting in about 10+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe summer fruit feeds songbirds, game birds and small mammals, and the spring flowers support bees and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow to orange fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Cherry at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eBlack Cherry plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrunus serotina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–60 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears to fruit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant two or more for fruit or nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow to orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, CA, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack cherry flowers do not set viable fruit with their own pollen, so plant at least two black cherry seedlings within about 100 ft of each other for a good crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best in full sun; tolerates part shade but grows poorly in heavy shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist, well-drained soil and does not tolerate flooding or wet sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter while dormant to remove dead, damaged or crossing branches and to keep one central leader.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black knot and eastern tent caterpillars are the most common problems; prune out black knot galls in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Black Cherry ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, CA, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes black cherry need a second tree to produce fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Self-pollinated black cherry flowers do not produce viable seed, so plant at least two seedlings near each other for fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does a black cherry tree get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a typical landscape it grows 50–60 ft tall and 20–30 ft wide, so give it room away from buildings and power lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre black cherry leaves poisonous to livestock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Wilted leaves, twigs and bark release cyanide and can sicken or kill livestock, so do not plant it where horses or cattle can reach fallen branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you eat wild black cherries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ripe fruit flesh is edible and is commonly used for jelly and flavoring, but the pits, leaves and twigs should not be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will my black cherry tree look like when it arrives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a dormant bare-root seedling about 2–3 ft tall with no leaves; plant it promptly and keep the roots moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/black-cherry\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.srs.fs.usda.gov\/pubs\/misc\/ag_654\/volume_2\/prunus\/serotina.htm\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUSDA Forest Service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45384280015123,"sku":"BCR-AP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45384279982355,"sku":"BCR-AP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/WildBlackCherryFinal1.jpg?v=1739819392"},{"product_id":"prunus-americana-american-plum","title":"American Plum (Prunus americana) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e American plum is a hardy native fruit tree for USDA zones 3–8 that grows 15–25 ft tall and wide in full sun to part shade. It is bought for its sweet-tart red to yellow plums, used fresh or for jam, and for wildlife thickets. Plant two seedlings for good cross-pollination; trees typically start fruiting in 3–5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow American Plum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible harvest, starting in about 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly flowers feed bees and other pollinators, and the fruit and thickets feed and shelter birds and small mammals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow-orange to red fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmerican Plum at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eAmerican Plum plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrunus americana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears to fruit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant two or more for fruit or nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow-orange to red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, CA, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican plum crops far better with cross-pollination, so plant at least two American plum seedlings within about 50 ft of each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for best fruiting; tolerates part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist, well-drained soil but tolerates clay, dry and alkaline sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches and unwanted suckers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black knot, plum curculio and brown rot can affect plants; remove black knot galls in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour American Plum ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, CA, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need two American plum trees for fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant at least two; American plum sets far more fruit when another American plum seedling is close by for cross-pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does an American plum tree get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows 15–25 ft tall and about as wide, and it suckers to form a thicket unless suckers are removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre wild American plums good to eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 1-inch plums are sweet-tart and are often used for jam, jelly and preserves as well as fresh eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes American plum spread by suckers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It suckers freely, so mow or prune out suckers if you want a single tree rather than a thicket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the plum tree shipped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt arrives as a dormant bare-root tree about 2–3 ft tall, ready to plant in early spring or late fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/wild-plum\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/prunus-americana\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dnr.state.md.us\/forests\/Documents\/Agroforestry_Pollination-Propagation-Pruning.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/dnr.state.md.us\/forests\/Documents\/Agroforestry_Pollination-Propagation-Pruning.pdf\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.extension.org\/kb\/faq.php?id=747527\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/ask.extension.org\/kb\/faq.php?id=747527\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45384243773715,"sku":"AP-AP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45384243740947,"sku":"AP-AP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/WildPlum1.jpg?v=1739819389"},{"product_id":"northern-bayberry-bush","title":"Northern Bayberry (Morella pensylvanica) – Bare Root, 1–2 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern bayberry is a tough native shrub for USDA zones 3–7 that grows 5–10 ft tall and wide in full sun to part shade. It is planted for aromatic leaves, salt and poor-soil tolerance, and waxy gray berries that feed winter birds. Plants are male or female, so plant several to get berries on the females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Northern Bayberry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe waxy gray berries last into winter and feed songbirds, woodpeckers, quail, grouse and turkey; it is a larval host for the Columbia silkmoth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-evergreen; little color fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorthern Bayberry at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eNorthern Bayberry plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eMorella pensylvanica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant two or more for fruit or nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-evergreen; little color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 1–2 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBayberry plants are either male or female and only females make the waxy berries, so plant a group of several seedlings (about one male per five plants) to get berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in poor, sandy, well-drained soil and tolerates clay, salt spray and occasional wet or dry periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to shape or to remove old stems; tolerates hard pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Few pest or disease problems and is resistant to deer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Northern Bayberry ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 1–2 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you need male and female bayberry plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Northern bayberry is dioecious, so a male plant must be nearby for female plants to produce berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs northern bayberry evergreen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is deciduous in most of its range and only semi-evergreen in mild winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill bayberry grow in sandy or salty soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It fixes its own nitrogen, grows well in poor sandy soil and is highly tolerant of salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre bayberries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBayberries are not grown as food; the waxy coating has traditionally been used to make bayberry candles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat arrives when I order bayberry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dormant bare-root shrub about 1–2 ft tall, ready to plant in spring or fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/Morella-pensylvanica\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/plantguide\/pdf\/pg_mope6.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUSDA PLANTS Database\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1-2 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":47704491294995,"sku":"NB-AP-12-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1-2 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":47704491262227,"sku":null,"price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/NorthernBayberry.png?v=1739819387"},{"product_id":"prunus-virginiana-chokecherry","title":"Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chokecherry is a very cold-hardy native small tree or large shrub for USDA zones 2–6 that grows 20–30 ft tall in full sun to part shade. It is planted for wildlife, windbreaks and tart dark fruit used for jelly and syrup. It usually fruits within 3–5 years; one plant can fruit alone, and it suckers to form thickets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Chokecherry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible harvest, starting in about 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flowers attract butterflies and bees, and the summer fruit is eaten by many songbirds and mammals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow to orange fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChokecherry at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eChokecherry plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrunus virginiana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears to fruit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow to orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, CA, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsect-pollinated; a single plant can fruit, and a second plant usually improves fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates clay, dry and alkaline soils; prefers well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter; remove suckers and any branches with black knot galls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prone to black knot, tent caterpillars, leaf spot and other Prunus pests; remove black knot promptly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Chokecherry ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, CA, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you eat chokecherries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the ripe fruit flesh is commonly cooked into jelly, syrup and wine, but never eat the pits, leaves or stems, which contain cyanide compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes chokecherry need a pollinator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne plant can fruit on its own, but having another chokecherry nearby usually improves the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall does a chokecherry tree get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows 20–30 ft tall and often spreads by suckers into a dense clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs chokecherry toxic to horses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Wilting leaves are especially toxic to livestock, so keep it out of pastures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will my chokecherry be shipped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships dormant as a bare-root tree about 2–3 ft tall with no leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/common-chokecherry\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/prunus-virginiana\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390871626003,"sku":"CCR-AP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":44484279402771,"sku":"CCR-AP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/ChokeCherry1.jpg?v=1739819385"},{"product_id":"american-cranberry-bush","title":"American Cranberry Bush (Viburnum trilobum) – Bare Root, 18–24 in","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e American cranberry bush, also called highbush cranberry, is a native viburnum for USDA zones 2–7 that grows 8–12 ft tall and wide in full sun to part shade. It is planted for white spring flowers, red fall color, and tart red fruit that makes jelly and feeds winter birds. Plants usually fruit in 3–5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow American Cranberry Bush\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible harvest, starting in about 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flowers attract pollinators and the red fruit hangs on into winter as late-season food for birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange-red to purple fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmerican Cranberry Bush at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eAmerican Cranberry Bush plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eViburnum trilobum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears to fruit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange-red to purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 18–24 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsect-pollinated; a single plant fruits, and extra plants can improve berry set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; best fruiting in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist, well-drained soil but tolerates a wide range of soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune right after flowering or in late winter; remove a few of the oldest stems every few years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viburnum leaf beetle is the main pest; stem blight and drought stress can also occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour American Cranberry Bush ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 18–24 in. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre American cranberry bush berries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The tart red berries are edible and are commonly cooked into jelly and sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs highbush cranberry the same as American cranberry bush?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both names refer to Viburnum trilobum, which is not related to the bog cranberry sold in stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does American cranberry bush get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows 8–12 ft tall with an equal spread, making a good screen or informal hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes American cranberry bush need another plant to fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, one plant will fruit, though a second plant nearby can increase berry set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pests bother American cranberry bush?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViburnum leaf beetle can strip the leaves in the Great Lakes region; check twigs in winter for egg sites and prune them out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will arrive in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dormant bare-root shrub about 18–24 inches tall, ready to plant in spring or fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plantdatabase.uconn.edu\/detail.php?pid=539\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUConn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ag.ndsu.edu\/trees\/treeinfo\/american-cranberrybush\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ag.ndsu.edu\/trees\/treeinfo\/american-cranberrybush\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"18-24 Inch \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390902165779,"sku":"HC-AP-12-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18-24 Inch \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390902133011,"sku":"HC-AP-12-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/cranberry-1.jpg?v=1788286182"},{"product_id":"american-hazelnut-tree","title":"American Hazelnut (Corylus americana) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e American hazelnut is a native nut shrub for USDA zones 4–9 that grows 8–12 ft tall and 6–12 ft wide in full sun to part shade. It is grown for small, sweet hazelnuts and wildlife cover. It cannot pollinate itself, so plant two or more seedlings; expect nuts in about 4–5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow American Hazelnut\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible harvest, starting in about 4–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe nuts feed blue jays, woodpeckers, turkeys, squirrels and other wildlife, and the dense thickets give cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow to orange-red fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmerican Hazelnut at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eAmerican Hazelnut plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorylus americana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears to fruit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant two or more for fruit or nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow to orange-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, AZ, CA, HI, OR, WA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican hazelnut cannot pollinate itself, so plant at least two American hazelnut seedlings (each seedling is genetically different) within about 50 ft of each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the best nut crops; tolerates part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist, well-drained loam or sandy soil and tolerates occasional drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to remove old stems and unwanted suckers to keep it productive and in bounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fairly tolerant of eastern filbert blight; Japanese beetles, scale and nut weevils can occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour American Hazelnut ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, AZ, CA, HI, OR, WA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need two American hazelnut plants to get nuts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Hazelnuts do not self-pollinate, so plant at least two seedlings; each seedling is genetically different and can pollinate the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre American hazelnut husks prickly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The nuts sit in a soft, frilly, leaf-like husk that turns from green to brown as they ripen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs American hazelnut a tree or a shrub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a multi-stemmed shrub that grows 8–12 ft tall and suckers into a thicket, though it can be pruned to fewer stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen do you harvest American hazelnuts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick clusters in September to early October when husks start to brown, before squirrels and jays take them, and let them dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan European hazelnut varieties pollinate my American hazelnut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not rely on them; plant another American hazelnut seedling, which blooms at the same time and is hardy in the same climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat arrives when I order a hazelnut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dormant bare-root plant about 2–3 ft tall, shipped without leaves for spring or fall planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/Corylus-americana\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/american-hazelnut\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu\/files\/2023\/07\/fact_sheet_series_1_choosing_plants_jan_2020.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390884700435,"sku":"HZ-AP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390884667667,"sku":"HZ-AP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/Hazelnut1.jpg?v=1739819377"},{"product_id":"robinia-pseudoacacia-black-locust","title":"Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black locust is a fast-growing native tree for USDA zones 4–8 that reaches 30–50 ft tall and 20–35 ft wide in full sun to part shade. Buy it for poor, dry ground, erosion control and rot-resistant post wood; it fixes nitrogen and its fragrant late-spring flowers feed bees. It suckers and spreads aggressively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Black Locust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fragrant white flowers are a strong nectar source for bees and other insect pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle change; leaves stay bluish-green or turn pale yellow fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Locust at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eBlack Locust plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eRobinia pseudoacacia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–50 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–35 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLittle change; leaves stay bluish-green or turn pale yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers have both male and female parts and are pollinated by bees, so one tree is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates poor, dry, sandy or rocky soils and fixes its own nitrogen; does not like heavy, wet soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to remove dead or broken limbs, and cut suckers at ground level as they appear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Locust borer is the most serious pest and can kill trees; locust leaf miner browns leaves in late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Black Locust ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs black locust invasive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt spreads by seed and root suckers and has become invasive in parts of the Midwest. Plant it only where suckers can be mowed or controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs black locust poisonous to people or pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The bark, leaves and seeds are toxic to people, dogs, cats and horses if eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes black locust have thorns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung stems and suckers usually carry paired sharp spines, so site it away from play areas and paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does black locust grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a rapid grower and tolerates poor, dry soil, but its wood and branch structure are prone to ice damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need two black locust trees?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Each flower has male and female parts, and bees pollinate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the black locust look like when it arrives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a dormant bare-root tree, 2–3 ft tall, with no leaves. Plant it as soon as possible after it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/black-locust\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/robinia-pseudoacacia\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390850851091,"sku":"BL-AP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":44484278518035,"sku":"BL-AP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/BlackLocustTree2.jpg?v=1739819372"},{"product_id":"dawn-redwood-tree","title":"Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dawn redwood is a fast-growing deciduous conifer for USDA zones 4–8 that reaches 70–100 ft tall but only 15–25 ft wide in full sun. Buy it for a tall, narrow living-fossil tree with feathery needles that turn russet in fall. It likes moist soil and has few pest problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Dawn Redwood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers nesting cover for birds; it has little direct food value for wildlife and is resistant to deer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRusset to orange-brown before the needles drop fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDawn Redwood at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eDawn Redwood plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eMetasequoia glyptostroboides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous conifer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70–100 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRusset to orange-brown before the needles drop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale and female cones form on the same tree and are wind-pollinated, so one tree is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist to wet, well-drained soil; water during dry spells because it is not drought-tolerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little pruning is needed; remove dead or damaged branches in late winter and keep a single leader.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e No serious pests or diseases; Japanese beetles may feed on foliage and canker diseases occasionally occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Dawn Redwood ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs my dawn redwood dead? It lost all its needles.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbably not. Dawn redwood is deciduous and drops its needles every fall, then leafs out again in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does dawn redwood grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a rapid grower in full sun with moist soil, making it one of the fastest conifers for northern yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill dawn redwood grow in wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It comes from wet sites in China and does well in moist to wet, well-drained soil, but it does not like drought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much room does a dawn redwood need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan for 70–100 ft of height but only about 15–25 ft of width, so it fits narrower spaces than most big trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat arrives when I order a dawn redwood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dormant bare-root tree, 2–3 ft tall, without needles. Plant it promptly and keep the roots moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/dawn-redwood\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/metasequoia-glyptostroboides\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390878408979,"sku":"DR-AP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390878376211,"sku":"DR-AP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/Dawn_Redwood_Tree_1.jpg?v=1739819369"},{"product_id":"viburnum-lentago-nannyberry","title":"Nannyberry (Viburnum lentago) – Bare Root, 18–24 in","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nannyberry is a large native shrub or small tree for USDA zones 2–8 that grows 15–20 ft tall and 8–15 ft wide in full sun to shade. Buy it for hedges, screens and wildlife, with sweet, edible blue-black fall fruit. It is self-infertile: plant two or more seedlings to get fruit, usually 3–5 years after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Nannyberry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible harvest, starting in about 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirds eat the fruit, which often hangs on into December, and the plant hosts spring azure butterfly caterpillars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReddish-purple to maroon-red fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNannyberry at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eNannyberry plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eViburnum lentago\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears to fruit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant two or more for fruit or nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReddish-purple to maroon-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 18–24 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNannyberry is self-infertile, so it needs a second, genetically different nannyberry (another seedling, not another viburnum species) within about 50 ft to set fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adapts to full sun, partial shade or shade; fruits best with more sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows in moist, well-drained soil and tolerates clay, dry sites and occasional wet soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune right after flowering or in late winter; remove suckers if you want a single-trunk form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally trouble-free; powdery mildew in shady sites and viburnum crown borer can occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Nannyberry ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 18–24 in. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need two nannyberry bushes to get berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Nannyberry is self-infertile, so plant at least two seedling nannyberries; other viburnum species will not reliably pollinate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre nannyberries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ripe blue-black fruit is sweet and can be eaten fresh or made into jam and jelly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan nannyberry grow in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It adapts from full sun to shade, though it grows fuller and fruits more in sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs nannyberry good for a hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a dense, suckering, multi-stemmed shrub that makes a good screen or wildlife hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow cold-hardy is nannyberry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is native to Manitoba and northern states and is hardy to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat arrives when I order nannyberry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dormant bare-root seedling, 18–24 in tall, with no leaves. Seedlings are genetically different, so two or more will cross-pollinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/nannyberry\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/viburnum-lentago\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.prairienursery.com\/nannyberry-viburnum-lentago.html\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePrairie Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.torontomastergardeners.ca\/?p=26786\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eToronto Master Gardeners\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"18-24 Inches \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390937981203,"sku":"NN-AP-12-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18-24 Inches \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390937948435,"sku":"NN-AP-12-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/Nannyberry3-3.jpg?v=1739819362"},{"product_id":"hybrid-poplar-tree","title":"Hybrid Poplar (Populus deltoides × nigra) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid poplar is a cottonless, very fast-growing deciduous tree for USDA zones 3–9, reaching 40–50 feet tall and 20–30 feet wide. It needs full sun and steady moisture. Buy it for the quickest possible shade, screen or windbreak, adding several feet a year, but expect a relatively short life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Hybrid Poplar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer, rabbits, beavers and porcupines eat the bark, twigs and leaves, and birds use the crown for nesting and roosting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHybrid Poplar at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eHybrid Poplar plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePopulus deltoides x Populus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–50 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoplars have separate male and female trees and are wind-pollinated. This cottonless clone produces no seed fluff, and no partner is needed because it is grown for shade, not seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs full sun for its fast growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adapts to most soils, including wet and alkaline sites, but needs steady moisture and has low drought tolerance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to remove dead, damaged or crossing branches and to develop one strong central trunk. Remove narrow-angled limbs early because the wood breaks easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prone to stem cankers and leaf spot, and limbs can break in wind or ice. It is a relatively short-lived tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Hybrid Poplar ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does a hybrid poplar grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the fastest-growing trees, often adding 5–8 feet a year in full sun with good moisture. It reaches about 40–50 feet tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes hybrid poplar make cotton?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a cottonless clone, so it does not shed the cottony seed fluff that cottonwoods do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long do hybrid poplars live?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are relatively short-lived trees and are prone to cankers and limb breakage. Plant them for quick results and pair them with longer-lived trees for the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I not plant a hybrid poplar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it away from patios, play areas, sidewalks and sewer lines, because limbs can break and the roots spread widely. It suits open yards, field edges and windbreaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes hybrid poplar need a pollinator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is grown for shade and screening, not fruit or seed, so one tree is all you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the hybrid poplar look like when it arrives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a dormant, leafless bare-root tree about 2–3 feet tall. Soak the roots and plant it right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.arborday.org\/treeguide\/1166\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eArbor Day Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/extension.usu.edu\/treebrowser\/catalog\/poplar-carolina\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUtah State University\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45390919368979,"sku":"HP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":44484277338387,"sku":"HP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/HybridPoplarTreeFinal2.jpg?v=1739819354"},{"product_id":"quaking-aspen-tree","title":"Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides) – Bare Root, 2–3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quaking aspen is a fast-growing native tree for USDA zones 1–6 that reaches 40–50 feet tall and 20–30 feet wide. It needs full sun and does poorly in hot summers south of zone 6. Buy it for white bark, leaves that tremble in any breeze and golden fall color, and expect root suckers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Quaking Aspen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer, moose, beaver, ruffed grouse, rabbits and many songbirds feed on its buds, twigs, bark and leaves or use it for cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden yellow fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuaking Aspen at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eQuaking Aspen plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePopulus tremuloides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–50 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 2–3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAspen has separate male and female trees and is wind-pollinated. No partner is needed because it is grown for its bark, leaves and fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs full sun; it does not tolerate shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adapts to sandy, loamy, clay and rocky soils, including moist sites, as long as summers are cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to remove dead or damaged branches. Remove unwanted root suckers as they appear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cankers, leaf spots and insects such as aphids are common, especially on stressed trees in warm climates. Individual trunks are relatively short-lived.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Quaking Aspen ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 2–3 ft. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat zones can quaking aspen grow in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuaking aspen is hardy in USDA zones 1–6. It generally does not thrive south of zone 6 because it dislikes hot summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes quaking aspen spread by suckers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aspen sends up new shoots from its shallow roots and naturally forms groves; mow or pull suckers where you do not want them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a quaking aspen live?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual trunks are fairly short-lived, about 50–60 years in the Great Lakes states. The root system keeps producing new stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan quaking aspen grow in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Aspen is shade-intolerant and needs full sun to grow well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the quaking aspen look like when it arrives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a dormant, leafless bare-root tree about 2–3 feet tall. Plant it soon after arrival and keep it watered the first season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/populus-tremuloides\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.sc.egov.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/plantguide\/pdf\/pg_potr5.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUSDA PLANTS Database\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45534492131603,"sku":"QA-JP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3 Foot \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":44484277109011,"sku":"QA-JP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/QuakingAspenTree1.jpg?v=1739819352"},{"product_id":"red-osier-dogwood-shrub","title":"Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea) – Bare Root","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red osier dogwood is a native deciduous shrub for USDA zones 2–7 that grows 6–9 feet tall and 7–10 feet wide. It grows in full sun to part shade and handles wet soil. Buy it for bright red winter stems, white spring flowers and white berries that feed dozens of bird species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Red Osier Dogwood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNearly 100 bird species eat the berries or shelter in the stems, and it is a larval host for the spring azure butterfly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReddish-purple fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Osier Dogwood at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eRed Osier Dogwood plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCornus sericea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–9 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReddish-purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers contain both male and female parts and are visited by bees and other insects. One shrub sets berries on its own, so no partner is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the best flowers and red stem color, but it tolerates part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist soil and tolerates wet ground, clay, occasional flooding and short dry spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e In early spring, cut a few of the oldest stems to the ground each year to keep the stems bright red. Overgrown shrubs can be cut back hard to renew them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem canker and leaf spots are the most common problems. Scale and twig blight can also occur; removing old stems helps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Red Osier Dogwood ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil). It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep red osier dogwood stems bright red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach spring, cut a few of the oldest, dullest stems off at ground level. Young stems have the brightest red color, and full sun deepens it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill red osier dogwood grow in wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is native to stream banks and wet areas and tolerates wet soil and occasional flooding, as well as some drought once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does red osier dogwood get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows 6–9 feet tall and spreads 7–10 feet wide, forming thickets if not pruned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre red osier dogwood berries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are not a food for people, but birds eat them readily in late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does red osier dogwood look like when it arrives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a dormant, leafless bare-root shrub about 18–24 inches tall. Soak the roots and plant it soon after arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/red-osier-dogwood\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=COSE16\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trees.umn.edu\/red-osier-cornus-sericea\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUniversity of Minnesota\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":40045336592432,"sku":"L1042-1","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":40045336625200,"sku":"L1042-2","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/RedOsierDogwoodShrub1.jpg?v=1597798819"},{"product_id":"rhus-typhina-staghorn-sumac","title":"Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina) – Bare Root, 18–24 in","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staghorn sumac is a fast-growing native for USDA zones 3–8 that reaches 15–25 feet tall and spreads by suckers into a colony. Plant it in full sun to light shade on dry or average well-drained soil. Buy it for blazing fall color, fuzzy antler-like stems and red fruit clusters that feed birds all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Staghorn Sumac\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirds eat the fuzzy red fruit through winter, and the early summer flowers feed bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScarlet, orange and yellow fall color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStaghorn Sumac at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eStaghorn Sumac plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eRhus typhina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant two or more for fruit or nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFall color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScarlet, orange and yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant, 18–24 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaghorn sumac plants are either male or female, and only females grow the red fruit clusters, so plant three or more to make sure you get both and see fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best in full sun for the strongest fall color; tolerates light shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows in dry to average, well-drained soil, including sandy, rocky, clay and alkaline sites. It does not tolerate wet soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter. Remove unwanted suckers to control spread, or cut old stems to the ground to renew the planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Few serious pests or diseases; occasional leaf spots, cankers or verticillium wilt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Staghorn Sumac ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil) at 18–24 in. It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs staghorn sumac hardy in zone 3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, staghorn sumac is hardy to zone 3 and grows wild across the Upper Midwest, including northern Wisconsin. It handles cold, wind and poor, dry soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you need a male and female staghorn sumac for berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the plants are either male or female and only females produce the red fruit clusters, which need a male nearby. Our seedlings are not sexed, so plant three or more to get both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes staghorn sumac spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it sends up root suckers and forms a colony over time. Mow or cut suckers where you do not want it to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs staghorn sumac poisonous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, staghorn sumac is not poison sumac; poison sumac has white berries and grows in wet ground. Staghorn sumac has red, fuzzy fruit and grows on dry, open sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat arrives when I order staghorn sumac?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou receive a dormant 18–24 inch bare-root plant with no leaves and no soil. Plant it soon after it arrives and water it in well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mortonarb.org\/plant-and-protect\/trees-and-plants\/staghorn-sumac\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMorton Arboretum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/rhus-typhina\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNC State Extension\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"18-24 in \/ SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2026 THRU JULY 30th 2026 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":44677233803539,"sku":"SS-AP-23-Spring-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"18-24 in \/ SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":45534598824211,"sku":"SS-AP-23-Fall-NRN","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/products\/StaghornSumacTree2.jpg?v=1739819335"},{"product_id":"norway-pine-tree-red-pine-5-pack-bare-root-1-2-ft-pinus-resinosa-copy-copy","title":"Norway Pine (Red Pine, Pinus resinosa) – Bare Root","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norway pine, also called red pine, is a native evergreen for USDA zones 2–5 that grows 50–80 feet tall and 20–25 feet wide in full sun. Buy it for windbreaks, screens and timber on sandy, acidic, well-drained soil. It is Minnesota's state tree and is native to northern Wisconsin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy grow Norway Pine (Red Pine)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquirrels and birds eat the seeds, and the evergreen crowns give deer and birds winter cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in a windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorway Pine (Red Pine) at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eNorway Pine (Red Pine) plant facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePinus resinosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlant type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSDA hardiness zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–80 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil pH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5–6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo second plant needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShips as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDormant bare-root plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCan't ship to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAK, HI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWind pollinated; each tree carries both pollen and seed cones, so no partner is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs full sun; it does not tolerate shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows best in sandy or loamy, well-drained soil and handles poor, dry sites. Avoid heavy wet clay and alkaline soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches in late winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be affected by needle cast, Diplodia shoot blight, bark canker, root rots, rusts, pine sawfly and budworm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/planting-instructions\"\u003eStep-by-step bare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Norway Pine (Red Pine) ships dormant (no leaves) and bare root (no pot or soil). It may look like a bare stick with roots; that is normal for a dormant plant. Spring shipping runs March 15 to July 30 for all zones, timed to your zone. Fall shipping, November 15 to late February, is for Zones 6–10 only. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-schedule\"\u003eSee the dates for your zone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't ship this plant to: AK, HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/replacement-warranty\"\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/a\u003e (store credit; terms apply).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Norway pine the same as red pine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Norway pine and red pine are two names for the same native tree, Pinus resinosa. It is not native to Norway; the name is a historical mix-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat zones does red pine grow in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed pine grows best in USDA zones 2–5, in the cool northern Great Lakes and Northeast. It does not do well in hot southern climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs red pine good for a windbreak?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, red pine handles strong winds and is widely planted in windbreaks. It needs full sun and lets in more light below as it ages, so pair it with denser evergreens or shrubs for a low screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat soil does red pine need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows best in sandy or loamy, well-drained, acidic soil around pH 4.5–6.0. It does poorly in alkaline soil and heavy wet clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat arrives when I order red pine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou receive dormant bare-root seedlings with no soil or pot. Plant them promptly and keep the roots moist and shaded until they go in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePlant facts checked October 2026 against: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/campustrees.umn.edu\/norway-pine\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUniversity of Minnesota\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.srs.fs.usda.gov\/pubs\/misc\/ag_654\/volume_1\/pinus\/resinosa.htm\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUSDA Forest Service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northern Ridge Nursery","offers":[{"title":"SHIPPING STARTS NOVEMBER 15th 2026 THRU FEBRUARY 15th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":54552957288723,"sku":"PB-AP-12-Fall-NRN5P","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SHIPPING STARTS MARCH 15th 2027 THRU JULY 30th 2027 (See Shipping Tab for Info)","offer_id":54552957321491,"sku":"PB-AP-12-Spring-NRN5P","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0930\/8194\/files\/loblolly_pine.jpg?v=1739819325"}],"url":"https:\/\/northernridgenursery.com\/collections\/windbreak-plants.oembed","provider":"Northern Ridge Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}