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  • Regal Prince? Oak Tree

    Regal Prince™ Oak Tree

    Quercus robur x bicolor 'Long'

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    $18898

  • Chinkapin Oak Tree

    Quercus muehlenbergii

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    $11853

  • American Beech Tree

    Fagus grandifolia

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    $6800
  • Red Dragon Japanese Maple

    Red Dragon Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Red Dragon'

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    $16783

  • Cherokee Princess Dogwood Tree

    Cornus florida 'Cherokee Princess'

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    $10190

  • Heritage® River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Cully'

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    $8942

  • Brandywine Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'

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    $9790

  • Arctic Fire® Red Redosier Dogwood

    Cornus sericea 'Farrow'

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    From $2614

  • Inaba Shidare Japanese Maple

    Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Inaba Shidare'

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    (28)
    From $5620

  • Forest Pansy Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'

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    (34)
    $9996

  • Kousa Dogwood Tree

    Cornus kousa chinensis

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    (33)
    From $6540

  • Pagoda Dogwood

    Cornus alternifolia

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    $11184
  • Evening Light Japanese Snowbell

    Evening Light Japanese Snowbell

    Styrax japonicus 'Evening Light'

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    $12521

  • Shawnee Brave® Bald Cypress

    Taxodium distichum 'Mickelson'

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    $9058
  • Karasugawa Japanese Maple

    Karasu Gawa Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Karasu Gawa'

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    $21002

  • Hearts of Gold Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'

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    $10440
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    Carolina Silverbell

    Halesia carolina

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    $9299
  • Armstrong Maple

    Armstrong Maple Tree

    Acer × freemanii 'Armstrong'

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    $9755

  • Quaking Aspen Tree

    Populus tremuloides 'Quaking'

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    From $11022

  • Winecraft Gold® Smokebush

    Cotinus coggygria 'MINCOJAU3'

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    $2799

  • Arnold Promise Witch Hazel

    Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'

    New arrival
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    $10240

  • Fox Valley™ River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Little King'

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    $11760
  • A close-up view of the distinct, yellow-margined variegated leaves of a Variegated Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera 'Aureomarginatum') branch against a blurred, sunny garden and blue sky background.

    Variegated Tulip Tree

    Liriodendron tulipifera 'Aureomarginatum'

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    $14329
  • Northern Pin Oak

    Northern Pin Oak Tree

    Quercus ellipsoidalis

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    $13403

  • Japanese Snowbell

    Styrax japonicus

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    $7792

  • Slender Silhouette Sweetgum

    Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'

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    $17186
  • Ryusen Weeping Japanese Maple

    Ryusen Weeping Japanese Maple

    Acer palmatum 'Ryusen'

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    $19980
  • Wildfire Black Gum

    Wildfire Black Gum

    Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'

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    $9790

  • Arctic Fire® Yellow Twig Dogwood

    Cornus sericea 'SMNCSBD'

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    $2736
  • Happidaze? Sweetgum Tree

    Happidaze® Sweetgum

    Liquidambar styraciflua 'Happdell'

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    $16531

Fall Color Trees

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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