Ironwood Tree
The Ironwood tree is a hardwood type found between northern Florida and southern Ontario that prefers rich, moist soil, grows to 30 to 45 feet tall, with a crown 30 feet in diameter, with a 10-inch trunk, and is not considered mature until it's between 25 and 100 years old. It's sometimes called Blue Beech or Eastern Hop and Muscle Wood. It is a small, elegant type. The tiny leaves are chartreuse in the spring, but they range from mild orange to yellow to red in the fall. The body is fluted and smooth and is greyish-green in color.
Ironwood Tree Is A Slow Grower
A member of the birch family, this deciduous type grows very slowly, usually about one foot each year. It does best in moist bottomland forests and can be found in swamps, streams, and rivers. They grow well, whether in full shade or sun. It has deep roots and can stand in the face of strong wind. Its relatively small size makes it ideal for most gardens. Many people plant it in courtyards. It's also perfect for creating shade for a garden bench. Its rounded, sculptural trunk adds to its overall beauty.
Ironwood Tree Has Male And Female
In the spring, male and female flowers blossom on the same one. The female flowers are white and are found at the ends of the branches. The male flowers are small and green and bloom along the smaller branches. The female flowers transform into clusters of small nuts that change from green to brown in the fall. It is ideal for use as a shade or lawn type. Because of its dense summer foliage, many use it as a hedge or screen. When used in large landscapes, it looks great when planted in groups. The early Americans used its hardwood to make bowls, ox yokes, and tool handles.
Ironwood Tree Is A Magnet For Wildlife
The Ironwood tree is a magnet for the creatures of nature. Four types of butterflies lay their larvae in these. Deer loves to nibble on its leaves and twigs. Small animals like grouses, pheasants, and quail are drawn to its fruit. Birds, butterflies, moths, and squirrels also eat from these. If you want a tree to add beauty and shade to your property, consider the Ironwood. You will be glad you did.
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The plants we ship are bare root and dormant. They have no leaves, blooms, greenery, or foliage. We do not ship plants in a container. Why pay 500% more for a container and heavy soil to be shipped? Also, dormant plants have a much higher survival rate than bloomed-out or leafed-out plants. We ship healthy bare-root plants because we know they will thrive in this state when planted. That's Why we offer a 1 Year Guarantee. We know when Spring time rolls back around, your plants will do exceptionally well.