SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Prescott's Top 10 Trees That Dazzle in the Spring

Episode Date: March 26, 2025

Send us a text and chime in!This week, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener of Prescott, explores Prescott's top 10 trees that just dazzle in the spring. Learn which trees have flowers in the spring, which have the prettiest blooms, what tree has the longest-lasting blooms, and more! Spring arrived in Prescott, which means a symphony of color unfolds. After a long winter, there's nothing quite like the sight of a tree bursting into bloom. It promises warmer days, a celebration of life, and a visual feast for the soul. You might wonder, "Which trees will truly shine in my yard?" Fear not; I compiled a list... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescotts-top-10-trees-that-dazzle-in-the-spring/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Text to Speech Audio Articles made possible by Cast 11 Talking Glass Media. This week, Ken Lane, the Mountain Gardener of Prescott, explores Prescott's top ten trees that just dazzle in the spring. Learn which trees have flowers in the spring, which have the prettiest blooms, what tree has the longest lasting blooms, and more. Spring arrived in Prescott, which means a symphony of color unfolds. After a long winter, there's nothing quite like the sight of a tree bursting into bloom. It promises warmer days, a celebration of you. of life and a visual feast for the soul. You might wonder which trees will truly shine in my yard. Fear not, I compile the list of 10 springtime superstars that dazzle with their blossoms and thrive

in our unique high-altitude climate. Let's delve into the world of flowering wonders and discover how to bring springtime magic to your gardens. Next week's garden column, a gardener's guide to vibrant hydrangees. Number one crabapple, Malus, is a gem for any Prescott garden, offering a dazzling spring display of fragrant blossoms in pink, white, purple, and red that beck and pollinators to your yard. Beyond the blooms, it's small, colorful fruits persist into fall, adding visual interest and feeding local birds. Hardy and adaptable, crab apples thrive in our climate, providing years of beauty and ecological benefit. Select your variety carefully for the desired bloom and fruit characteristics, and you'll have a delightful tree that enhances your

landscape through multiple seasons. Number two Chase Tree, Vitex, offers long-lasting spikes of violet, blue, or white flowers reminiscent of lavender, just as early spring trees are waning. Like lavender, the foliage is aromatic, adding to your landscape's sensory experience. This easy-to-grow beauty thrives in mountain gardens with minimal fuss while attracting pollinators. Number three Desert Willow, Chilipsis Liniaris, is a true testament to the resilience and beauty of our Arizona landscapes. Don't let the name fool you, it's not a true willow, but it's slender, graceful form and trumpet-shaped

Blossoms are welcome. Here in Prescott, it thrives, offering a long season of blooms and shades of pink, purple, and white, drawing in humming birds and bees like a desert oasis. It easily handles our dry, sunny conditions, requiring minimal water once established. Give it plenty of sun, and you'll have a low-maintenance, high-impact tree that adds a touch of desert charm to your yard. The desert willows airy foliage and vibrant flowers bring a softness to our rugged terrain, a reminder of the delicate beauty that thrives in our unique environment. Number four, flowering pair, Pyrus Collariana, bursts onto the Prescott Spring scene with a cloud of pure white blossoms, a truly breathtaking spectacle. This tree is more than just a pretty face. It's a hearty performer,

adapting well to local climates and offering a faithful display of flowers. Planted in full sun, and you'll be rewarded with a profusion of blooms that perfume the air with a sweet fragrance. Number 5, Redbud, Circus, infuses your Prescott landscape with a vibrant splash of early spring color. Its stunning magenta or pink blossoms appear directly on the branches before the leaves emerge, creating a dramatic and eye-catching display. This hardy tree thrives in mountain climates deficient mountain soils, and offers a moderate size that fits well in yards. Beyond its beauty, the red butt attracts pollinators, contributing to a healthy and thriving garden ecosystem. Number six hot wings maple, acer Tataricum, trades spring blooms for a spectacular

display of intense red-wing seeds. This reel I catcher adds a unique punch to the landscape. This rugged, adaptable maple thrives in our dry climate, offering good fall color and attracting birds. Planted in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil for a low-maintenance tree that delivers a vibrant, late-season show. Number seven saucer Magnolia, Magnolia Solangiana, is a springtime showstopper for Prescott Gardens, bursting with large, goblet-shaped flowers and pinks, whites, and purples before the tree leaves emerge. This magnolia thrives locally and becomes a focal point in the garden. Adding elegance and a dramatic floral display to your spring landscape. Number 8 purple leaf plum, pruniscera, is prized for its striking deep purple foliage,

contrasting the surrounding greenery throughout the growing season. In addition to its vibrant leaves, the purple leaf plum tree produces charming, fragrant pink blossoms in early spring, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies and enhancing your gardens biodiversity. Its moderate growth rate and adaptability to various soil types make it low maintenance while offering aesthetic and ecological benefits. View all the flowering trees for local landscapes, Pinterest board. Number 9 Weeping Cherry, Prunis, with its cascading branches draped in delicate pink blossoms, brings a touch of romantic elegance to any Prescott garden.

This tree prefers a sunny location, rewarding you with a stunning floral display that's truly a sight to behold. It's graceful, weeping form adds a unique architectural element to the landscape, creating a focal point that's both beautiful and serene. While it requires some pruning to maintain its shape, the weeping cherry is well worth the effort, offering a tranquil and picturesque addition to your yard. Number 10 Serviceberry, Emmelancere, offers multi-season interest in a delightful addition to any Prescott landscape. In spring, delicate white blossoms emerge, creating a soft, elegant display that attracts pollinators. In summer, this tree provides edible berries reminiscent of blueberries that are a treat for humans and birds. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into a vibrant show of reds and oranges, adding a fiery touch to the garden. Its moderate size makes it suitable for smaller yards,

and its ability to provide flowers, fruit, and fall color makes it a truly versatile and rewarding plant. Free garden classes. Join the garden for fun. Free garden classes are offered every Saturday from 9.30 to 10.30 a.m. at Waters Garden Center. Check out this spring's entire schedule posted on watersgarden center.com. You can also visit the Garden Center for a program. 9.30 a.m. garden classes are offered by Waters Garden Center every Saturday. March 29th, Blooming Secrets of Spring Peony in the Gardens. April 5th, celebration of spring sweetest lilac fragrance. April 12th, guide to abundant herbs and vegetables that feed families. April 19th, top 10 flowers for a vibrant hummingbird garden. This article was written by Ken Lane.

He can be found throughout the week at Waters Garden Center, 1815 West Iron Springs Road in Prescott, or contacted through his website at watersgardencenter.com. Get more gardening tips from Waters Garden Center in the Mountain Gardener column on signals a.Z.com.