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Fall Color Trees

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  • Harry Lauder's Walking Stick

    Corylus avellana 'Contorta'

    $10663

  • Japanese Red Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'

    (5)
    From $6837

  • Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

    (45)
    $15661

  • Autumn Gold Ginkgo Tree

    Ginkgo biloba 'Autumn Gold'

    $8323
  • Up to 12% off

    White Flowering Dogwood

    Cornus florida

    (27)
    From $4988 $5688
  • 28% off

    Autumn Blaze® Maple Tree

    Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred'

    $11900 $16533

  • Cayenne Dogwood

    Cornus amomum 'Cayenne'

    $7498

  • Paper Birch Tree

    Betula papyrifera

    (1)
    $9334

  • Red Sunset® Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum 'Franksred'

    $8613

  • Samurai Sword™ Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Samarzam'

    $20406

  • Cornelian Cherry

    Cornus mas

    $6654
  • 31% off

    Rising Sun™ Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'JN2'

    $10275 $14972

  • Sweetgum Tree

    Liquidambar styraciflua

    (26)
    $9043

  • Parkland Pillar® Birch Tree

    Betula platyphylla 'Jefpark'

    (4)
    $8525

  • Tamukeyama Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Tamukeyama'

    (8)
    $15671

  • White Fringe Tree

    Chionanthus virginicus

    (17)
    $8478
  • Scarlet Oak

    Scarlet Oak Tree

    Quercus coccinea

    $8956

  • Prairifire Flowering Crabapple Tree

    Malus x 'Prairifire'

    $9314

  • Lavender Twist® Weeping Redbud

    Cercis canadensis 'Covey'

    (65)
    $18488

  • Emperor One Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Wolff'

    (48)
    $17323

  • Sugar Maple Tree

    Acer saccharum

    (1)
    $9325
  • Northern Pin Oak

    Northern Pin Oak Tree

    Quercus ellipsoidalis

    $6852

  • Princeton Sentry Ginkgo

    Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry'

    $8333

  • Avalanche™ Birch Tree

    Betula x 'Avalzam'

    $9889

  • Sassafras Tree

    Sassafras variifolium

    (27)
    $9331

  • Pin Oak Tree

    Quercus palustris

    (1)
    From $8947

  • White Oak Tree

    Quercus alba

    $8968

  • Inaba Shidare Japanese Maple

    Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Inaba Shidare'

    (28)
    $15696

  • Black Gum Tree

    Nyssa sylvatica

    (5)
    $9170

  • Swamp White Oak

    Quercus bicolor

    (1)
    $8994

  • Red Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum

    $9328
  • 11% off

    Cherokee Brave™ Dogwood Tree

    Cornus florida 'Comco No. 1'

    $6990 $7867

  • Red Gnome Dogwood

    Cornus alba 'Regnzam'

    (2)
    $8026

  • Scarlet Fire® Rutgers Japanese Dogwood

    Cornus kousa 'Rutpink'

    (8)
    $8015

  • Metamorphosa® Japanese Maple

    Acer palmatum ''ARJOS1'' USPP 32,420

    From $2863

  • Northern Red Oak Tree

    Quercus rubra

    (5)
    $9473
  • 10% off

    Green Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum dissectum ‘Viridis’

    $15667 $17392
  • 26% off

    October Glory® Red Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum 'PNI 0268'

    (1)
    $9200 $12367
  • 11% off

    Satomi Dogwood Tree

    Cornus kousa 'Satomi'

    (8)
    $9854 $11087

  • Shadblow Serviceberry

    Amelanchier canadensis

    $9455

  • Tulip Poplar

    Liriodendron tulipifera

    $9033

  • Ivory Halo® Dogwood

    Cornus alba 'Bailhalo'

    $6118
  • Twombly's Red Sentinel Japanese Maple Tree - Tree - Nature Hills Nursery - 3 Container -

    Twombly's Red Sentinel Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'

    $15649

  • Eastern Redbud

    Cercis canadensis

    (14)
    From $4992

  • Flame Thrower® Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'NC2016-2'

    (1)
    $8965

  • Arctic Fire® Red Redosier Dogwood

    Cornus sericea 'Farrow'

    From $2614

  • Bur Oak Tree

    Quercus macrocarpa

    $9084
  • Red Dragon Japanese Maple

    Red Dragon Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Red Dragon'

    $15578

  • Slender Silhouette Sweetgum

    Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'

    $17186
  • Burgundy Lace Japanese Maple

    Burgundy Lace Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Burgundy Lace'

    $15647

Fall Color Trees Available at Nature Hills Nursery

Fall Color Tree

Once the chill enters the night air, Tree leaves transform into an array of reds, oranges, purples, yellows, browns, bronzes, and mottled grays! While the green all summer is delightful, those autumn colors attract the eye and set the mood for the end of the growing season.

Add all of the muted colors to your landscape and the multitudes of shades of these fall-colored trees. These leaves could be referred to as eye candy! Nature Hills lets you choose the fall color of your tree selection process so you can create a varied color palette in your landscape!

Where Does Fall Leaf Color Come From?

Fall Color Tree Infographic

The beautiful scenery created by leaves in the fall is due to the lack of sunlight the chlorophyll-filled leaves receive in the fall. The lack of food production and the loss of chlorophyll cause the leaves to turn color.

The color changes are more predominant in some species than others. Species such as Maples, Ash, Oak, and Serviceberry can display bright glowing colors! Also, there are trees within each of these species that are drab and not very colorful at all.

Weather, drought, sudden temperature changes, excessive rainfall, lack of sunlight, the age of your tree, and availability of nutrition during the growing season all have an impact on what color, if any, your tree will have each year!

Some of Nature Hills Nursery's most popular fall color trees include:

  • The October Glory Red Maple consistently displays red, orange, and yellow every fall
  • Or the always golden Ginkgo Tree to light up your autumn!
  • Try the orange fall hues of a Shumard Oak
  • The Sunburst® Honeylocust has bright lemony leaves that turn gold in fall
  • The Sweetgum Tree will give the Maple a run for its money with its brilliant fall color
  • The Firebird™ Variegated Flowering Dogwood Tree features pink spring and fall hues!
  • Ash trees have burgundy fall color and yellow interior foliage, making them seem to glow from within!

Extend the Beauty of the Season!

Fall Color Trees come in an assortment of sizes and leaf shapes! Some fall leaf displays last for a long period, and some color displays are short-lived - but no matter how long the show lasts each year, it's sure to be breathtaking!

Fall is in the air! Pumpkins, pick-your-own apples, bonfires, and the harvest season arrive! And the Trees begin to show us how beautiful it is to let things go!

FAQ's for Buying Fall Color Trees Online

What are the best trees for vibrant fall foliage?

Some of the most reliable and vivid fall color trees include the October Glory Red Maple for red-orange hues, the Ginkgo Tree for brilliant gold, and the Shumard Oak for rich orange tones. Other favorites include the Sweetgum Tree, Firebird™ Flowering Dogwood, and Ash trees with glowing burgundy and yellow interiors.

When is the best time to plant fall color trees?

The best time to plant fall color trees is during early spring or fall when temperatures are cooler and rainfall is more consistent. Planting in fall gives trees time to establish roots before winter, while spring planting allows for a full growing season to take hold.

Why do some trees have better fall color than others?

Fall color is influenced by genetics, weather, soil conditions, and tree health. Factors like cool nights, sunny days, and consistent moisture throughout the growing season enhance pigmentation. Species like Maples and Sweetgums naturally exhibit brighter colors compared to others.

Can I grow fall color trees in my climate zone?

Yes, Nature Hills Nursery offers fall color trees suitable for nearly every USDA hardiness zone. Use the planting zone filter on product pages to find trees that thrive in your specific region, ensuring reliable seasonal displays year after year.

How long does fall color typically last on trees?

The duration of fall foliage depends on the tree species and environmental conditions. Some trees, like Sugar Maples, may hold color for several weeks, while others change and shed leaves quickly. Healthy trees in optimal growing conditions generally provide the most extended and vibrant displays.

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