You can grow full size varieties in large containers.
Evergreen patio trees southern california.
It s part of a study to find out what types of trees survive best in southern california.
Mimosa tree or silk tree albizia julibrissin native to southwestern asia this tree has many common names around the world.
They will reach about 10 feet tall.
The bark of this tree is cherry red when young and dark brown when older.
Southern magnolia magnolia grandiflora.
The perfect tree matures to a manageable size and won t heave your sidewalk burrow into the foundation of your house or deposit a mess.
Evergreen trees with large fragrant blooms that are easy to care for.
Growth rate slows after it reaches 15 feet.
The other three are evergreen and suited mainly for california and other mild climates.
I live in cypress california zone 10.
Crepe myrtle trees or shrubs are well known in the southern united states for their showy pinkish blooms gorgeous bark and beautiful fall foliage.
If you want a pyramid shaped evergreen tree that gives good shade check out the incense cedar.
I also don t want trees that get too root heavy like a ficus.
15 small trees for your patio garden or yard.
The evergreen pear tree is one of the best flowering trees for southern california due to its early bloom time versatile uses and amazing autumn foliage color.
We recently had a plantain tree knock over the wall in our yard because it got way too big.
Desert mallow is a favorite evergreen shrublet with fuzzy silvery crenulated leaves and cupped flowers in shades of brilliant orange to watermelon red.
Easy to grow and establish nearly.
Crape myrtle and japanese maple are deciduous.
It blooms in early spring and after an unusual summer rain.
Crepe myrtle lagerstroemia indica fast growing crepe myrtles thrive in hardiness zones 7 through 10 and are a good choice for warmer climates.
Evergreen shade tree with noninvasive roots no droppings.
I am looking for a tree that offers shade but has a small base.
It grows to a very tall 200 feet.
This story is part of a special report exploring tree canopies in southern california.
The emphasis here is on utility.