Trees – Redden Farms

Autumn Blaze Maple

admin — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:40:01 +0000

Whether it’s in a wet or dry environment, hard clay or sandy loam, this hybrid can withstand almost anything. As a combination of the silver and red maples, the Autumn Blaze Maple adapts to a variety of climates and soils, is fast-growing, and presents magnificent fall colors. Growing 2’-3’ each year, it will ascend to a height of 50’ with a 30’ wide canopy. In fact, the Autumn Blaze Maple outgrows any other tree in the maple family. Virtually “no need pruning” makes this one of the most ideal shade trees as its shape will remain constant with little or no maintenance. Its strength and resistance to high winds and ice damage make it the perfect shade tree for both urban and suburban neighborhoods. It is resistant to bugs, invasive diseases and car exhausts, and it doesn’t drop seed pods.

Bur Oak

admin — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:37:24 +0000

Bur Oaks are hardy oak trees that are native to this area of Texas. Bur Oaks have a very long life span and, once established, can live over 150 years. They are not only drought tolerant, but also thrive in soils that are alkaline, acidic, loam, clay and areas with poor drainage. The tree’s unique characteristics include large, dark, curvy leaves; a corky, rough bark; and large, ping-pong-ball-sized acorns. As one of the white oak variety, they are very fire resistant. In the fall, the leaves turn copper and yellow in color. The leaves are quite large and can grow to 8”-12” in length. The Bur Oak’s majestic limb structure makes it one of the premier shade trees in North Texas. The canopy is dense, round and spreading. Little pruning is necessary to allow it to thrive and strengthen. With a deep root system and a tap root that can reach 14’ by the time they have reached maturity, Bur Oaks can be difficult to transplant. Additionally, their roots are rarely a problem for sidewalks, curbs and foundations. While they may have a variety of insects from time to time, they are rarely a serious threat and can be managed with horticultural sprays. Their acorns of up to 1” long or more are the largest of any oak in North America and are very desirable to wildlife in the area. Bur Oaks have been measured as tall as 75’ with an 80” diameter trunk and a canopy stretching over 100’.

Chinese Pistache

admin — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:55:16 +0000

The Chinese Pistache is a beautiful tree that grows quickly in full sun to partial shade and will withstand heat and drought extremely well. Its small leaf clusters are green in the summer and turn brilliant red and yellow in the fall before they are shed. It grows 2 to 3 feet annually until it reaches a height between 40 and 50 feet at maturity.

Cedar Elm

admin — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:52:12 +0000

The Cedar Elm is a wonderful and hardy native Texas tree. Its leaves are small and deep green with a rough texture. It produces golden yellow leaves in fall before it sheds them. This elm will grow 1.5 to 2.5 feet annually until it reaches a height between 40 and 50 feet at maturity.

Shumard Red Oak

admin — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:45:58 +0000

The Shumard Red Oak is an outstanding Texas shade tree that is highly recognizable by its broad and sharp-edged leaf structure. It’s a fast-growing tree with an upright canopy and produces beautiful red and yellow leaves in the fall before it sheds them. It will grow 2 to 3 feet a year until it reaches a height between 50 and 60 feet at maturity.

Live Oak

admin — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:36:12 +0000

Recently, we harvested some impeccable Fannin Select Live Oaks at our growing farm that are undeniably some of the finest trees for sale we have ever had in our inventory.

The Live Oak is a magnificent, long-living tree. Its small, glossy and dark green leaves will shed in late winter and early spring to make room for new foliage and growth. It’s a top-quality tree for providing privacy and adding shade. The average growth rate for this oak is 1′ to 2′ per year once established, and it reaches 40 to 50 feet at maturity.