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Scarlet
Oak (quercus coccinea)
Fast
growing and tolerates a wide range of soils. Leaves are
dark, glossy green on top, pale green on the bottom,
scarlet in the fall. Mature height of 60 to 80 foot.
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Black
Gum Tree (nyssa slvatica)
One of the most attractive native trees around.
Summer leaves are a dark green with a high-gloss
appearance, but the most spectacular part of this tree
is the fall foliage with many shades of yellow, orange,
bright red, purple or scarlet that may appear on the
same branch. Bark matures to medium gray and resembles
alligator hide. Fruit is bluish-black and is loved by
many birds. Makes a strong specimen tree. Grows 30'-50'
high, with a 20'-30' spread. Prefers well-drained, acid
soils, and full sun to partial shade
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