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This tree excels in the fall, as its fall color lasts slightly longer than other freemanii maple varieties. This proven performer has demonstrated outstanding performance in Chicagoland landscapes, providing ample shade and beauty. Enhance your outdoor space with the remarkable Matador™ Maple!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #009345;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to put it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatador™ Maple serves as a remarkable focal point for both front and backyards, infusing your landscape with energy and color throughout the seasons. When fully grown, it boasts a tall, oval shape, making it perfect for parkways, front yards, and other residential areas that require a stunning shade tree. Remember to plant this tree at least 15 feet away from structures to allow ample space for its full growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #009345;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatador™ Maple thrives in full sun and can tolerate slightly saturated soils. For the first few growing seasons, please follow our tree care instructions to help establish a strong root system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iTrees.com","offers":[{"title":"3.0\" Caliper \/ Planting with 1 Year Full Replacement Warranty","offer_id":43459727982691,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.0\" Caliper \/ Planting with 2 Year Full Replacement Warranty","offer_id":43459728015459,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.0\" Caliper \/ Planting with 3 Year Full Replacement Warranty","offer_id":43459728048227,"sku":null,"price":1050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/2735\/9075\/files\/Acerxfreemanii_Bailston_2.jpg?v=1709233600"},{"product_id":"gladiator-crabapple","title":"Gladiator™ Crabapple","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #149148;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it rocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGladiator™ Crabapple will stop you in your tracks come spring when its branches become coated with bright pink flowers. Leaves remain a dark, glossy bronze-purple throughout spring, summer, and fall. Its upright, narrow form and small reddish-purple crabapples give this tree ornamental appeal when it's not in bloom. This tree is part of the First Editions® collection, making it a disease-resistant, proven performer in residential landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #149148;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to put it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePut this tree to work! Gladiator™ Crabapple has a small stature, reaching only 20 ft tall and 9 ft wide. This feature makes it useful in tight locations, for privacy \u0026amp; screening, under utility wires, or on the parkway. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #149148;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the best spring display, plant Gladiator™ Crabapple in full sun. Please follow our watering guidelines for the first few growing seasons until the root system is well-established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iTrees.com","offers":[{"title":"2.0\" Caliper \/ Planting with 1 Year Full Replacement Warranty","offer_id":40972283248739,"sku":"","price":775.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.0\" Caliper \/ Planting with 2 Year Full Replacement Warranty","offer_id":40972283281507,"sku":"","price":825.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.0\" Caliper \/ Planting with 3 Year Full Replacement Warranty","offer_id":40972283314275,"sku":"","price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/2735\/9075\/files\/Malusxadstringens_Durelo_3.jpg?v=1713465304"},{"product_id":"snowdance-japanese-tree-lilac","title":"Snowdance™ Japanese Tree Lilac","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #009345;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it rocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndulge your senses with Snowdance™ Japanese Tree Lilac. Unlike other biennially blooming varieties, this tree is an annual heavy bloomer. Flowers appear in late summer with large panicles of creamy white fragrant flowers contrasted by dark green leaves. Tiered branching offers a zen appeal. Snowdance™ Japanese Tree Lilac is part of the First Editions® collection of trees and is a trusted performer in homeowner yards. This tree is produces less seeds than other varieties and is disease-resistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #009345;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to put it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnowdance™ Japanese Tree Lilac is a practical choice for homeowners looking to add beauty and screening to their yard. Plant this beauty as an accent in landscape beds and near patios, or plant them in groupings for privacy and screening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #009345;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnowdance™ Japanese Tree Lilac is adaptable and will do exceptionally well in full sun. 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This extremely cold-hardy tree is a newer variety of the Dakota Pinnacle® Birch. Selected by Parkland Nurseries in Alberta, Canada, it was later introduced by Jefferies Nursery of Winnipeg. Parkland® Pillar Birch boasts excellent cold and drought tolerance, along with a striking upright, columnar shape. This elegant and slender tree is perfect for tight spaces, serving as a vertical accent and providing privacy and screening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn spring, chartreuse catkins dangle from its branches, attracting birds and other important early spring pollinators. In the summer, dark green leaves with finely serrated edges densely cover its tightly branched canopy. You will enjoy the privacy this tree has to offer! Kick back and relax as you listen to the gentle fluttering of its leaves in the breeze. In autumn, the leaves transform into a glowing shade of yellow-gold. When young, the bark has a brownish hue, and eventually changes to a unique chalky white color. As it matures, the white, peeling bark becomes an ornamental feature that stands out in all seasons. Enhance your landscape with the dramatic yet graceful presence of Parkland Pillar® Birch!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #149148;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to put it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParkland Pillar® Birch is a striking addition to any landscape and a popular choice for privacy and seasonal color. This attractive and reliable tree is versatile! It can be planted as an accent in front or backyards, in parkways and boulevards, or grouped in groves. Due to its columnar form, it is particularly effective for providing privacy and screening. When planting in multiples, it is best to group them in odd numbers for a more naturalized look. With its tightly-branched canopy that grows upright rather than outward, this tree is ideal for smaller yards and residential parkways, ensuring a safe passage for pedestrians. As an accent, it serves as a striking and elegant centerpiece in your landscape. Additionally, Parkland Pillar® Birch is well-suited for challenging urban environments, offering shade, beauty, and privacy. Its vibrant seasonal colors and sturdy, narrow form contribute to its appeal. To promote optimal growth, plant your new tree at least 4 feet away from any nearby structures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #149148;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParkland Pillar® Birch prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. This durable tree tolerates various site conditions, including those with alkaline soils. It is known for being heat and drought-resistant, while also being extremely cold-hardy; because of this, Parkland Pillar® Birch is a top choice for urban landscapes. It will enhance your landscape while demonstrating strong resistance to Japanese Beetles. 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