Specimen Trees
Anyone looking to buy a specimen tree knows that the quality of the tree is the most important factor. At Moon Valley Nurseries we have been growing trees from only our most premium specimen trees for nearly half a century. All of our trees are custom grown by us so we can assure that all of our customers get only the best trees and palms for their landscape. We specialize in BIG trees, our specimen trees are larger than any other nurseries 100”-200” box and for a fraction of the price. One of the most important things to look at when buying a new tree for your landscape is the overall quality, anybody can put a small tree in a big box, but at Moon Valley Nurseries we grow the largest trees in the proper sized container to assure that our customers get what they are paying for. If you are looking to buy specimen trees, look no further than your locally owned and operated Moon Valley Nurseries.
Types of Specimen Trees
Ficus Indian Laurel Specimen
Ficus nitida
Ficus nitida is one of the best trees you can plant. Great for any landscape. Our number one seller for over 20 years.
Indian Laurel Column Specimen
Ficus nitida
The most popular choice by homeowners for making a thick, evergreen privacy hedge to block out unwanted views and loud noises. We have the largest size Indian Laurel columns availble anywhere!
Tipu Specimen
Tipuana tipu
One of, if not the best shade tree you can plant on your property. Colorful, Tipu Tree's provide great shade and year-round beauty.
Copper Beech
Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea'
A brilliant tree with broad pyramidal canopy and beautiful purple foliage that turns copper in the fall, copper beech is a wonderful addition to any yard.
Sissoo Specimen
Dalbergia sissoo
Drought tolerant, large shade-providing tree with bright green foliage. Sissoo has an Aspen-like look and thrives in warmer areas.
Live Oak Specimen
Quercus virginiana
The Live Oak is a large evergreen shade tree noted for its beauty and extreme drought tolerance. A family favorite!
Modesto Ash Specimen
Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto'
This ash variety is very popular because of its bright golden color in the fall. It is one of the fastest growing varieties available and makes a great shade tree!
Museum Palo Verde Specimen
Cercidium-parkinsonia hybrid
A very fast growing water wise hybrid version of the classic Palo Verde. Bright yellow, showy blooms in spring.
Arizona Ash Specimen
Fraxinus velutina
The Arizona Ash is a very large, fast growing tree, providing cooling shade in the summer followed by beautiful yellow leaves in the fall.
Fan Tex Ash Specimen
Fraxinus velutina 'Fan Tex'
Slightly rounded in shape and a little smaller than the Shamel ash, this shade tree is perfect for almost any residential or commercial application.
Chinese Elm 'True Green' Specimen
Ulmus parvifolia
For those searching for a large, stately tree that provides maximum shade, this is a tree you definitely want to consider.
Jacaranda Specimen
Jacaranda mimosifolia
The Jacaranda tree is a beautiful, large, and great-for-climbing shade tree grown and nurtured at Moon Valley Nurseries.
Shamel Ash Specimen
Fraxinus udhei
This is the number one selling ash variety that we carry. It's big, has a perfect shape, and grows extremely fast! Plant anywhere shade is needed.
Majestic Ash Specimen
Fraxinus uhdei 'Majestic'
Prized for its shiny green foliage and quick growth rate, the Majestic Ash is a grafted seedless variety specially grown by Moon Valley Nurseries
Berrinda Ash Specimen
Fraxinus velutina 'Berrinda'
The Berrinda Ash grows to a near perfect shape with little to no maintenance and provides a dense cooling shade during the warm summer months.
Raywood Ash Specimen
Fraxinus oxycarpa
This is the darkest green of all the Ash varieties available. During the fall this tree is dominated by a rich burgundy color before its brief deciduous period.
Shumard Oak Specimen
Quercus shumardii
The Shumard Oak also called Red Oak is a beautiful classic oak tree that turns bright red in Fall!
Magnolia 'D.D. Blanchard' Specimen
Magnolia grandiflora 'D.D. Blanchard'
Magnolia trees add big color and shade anywhere they're planted. Bring a unique and tropical look to landscapes. Blooms produce a beautiful white aromatic flower.
Plant and tree growth cycles are regulated by environmental signals. The Furst liquid technologies that Supercharged Moon Juice uses include a specially formulated blend of micro nutrients to enhance plant growth. Supercharged Moon Juice provides benefits at all levels by working with complimentary fertilizers to trigger new root hair growth that helps with water retention and increases the overall appearance of your trees and plants.
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