9 non-native trees that thrive in Twin Cities
Here are nine non-native trees that can thrive in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota:
Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) - a unique, deciduous tree that is known for its fan-shaped leaves and golden-yellow fall color.
Japanese Tree Lilac (Syringa reticulata) - a small, deciduous tree that is known for its fragrant, white flowers in early summer.
Honeylocust (Gleditsia triacanthos) - a deciduous tree with small, delicate leaves that provide light shade in the summer and turn golden-yellow in the fall.
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus aucuparia) - a small, deciduous tree that produces clusters of bright orange berries in the fall.
Serbian Spruce (Picea omorika) - a narrow, pyramidal evergreen tree that is tolerant of drought and heat.
Japanese White Pine (Pinus parviflora) - an evergreen tree that is known for its unique, twisted needles and attractive, irregular shape.
Amur Maple (Acer ginnala) - a small, deciduous tree that is known for its vibrant red fall color and attractive bark.
Kousa Dogwood (Cornus kousa) - a small, deciduous tree that is known for its showy, pinkish-white flowers in late spring and attractive bark.
Turkish Filbert (Corylus colurna) - a deciduous tree that is known for its attractive, exfoliating bark and large, edible nuts.
