Sharon Torello

  • Magnolia virginiana

    2008 – Sweetbay Magnolia The sweetbay magnolia is a graceful, southern evergreen to semi-evergreen tree. It will tend to be more evergreen the farther south it is planted.  In nature, […]

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  • Oxydendrum arboreum

    2007 – Sourwood Sourwood, also called the sorrel tree, is a member of the heath family (Ericaceae) which includes azaleas and rhododendrons. Like the rest of this family, it grows […]

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  • Halesia carolina

    2006 – Carolina Silverbell The silverbell is considered to be one of the best native trees for shady sites. It is a low-branching tree best used in shade or woodland […]

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  • Ilex opaca

    2005 – American Holly The American Holly is a native evergreen tree that can grow to 60 feet. It has plenty to offer throughout the year, but is most spectacular […]

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  • Asimina triloba

    2004 – Common Pawpaw The pawpaw is one of the more exotic looking trees native to this region. This understory tree was once common across our landscape but years of […]

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