Conifers, as the name implies, are trees that bear cones.  Not all conifers are evergreen
(think of larch trees), and not all evergreens are conifers (think of holly).  We sell a wide
variety of conifer trees that are suited to the climate and soil types of Wexford County.  
Unless otherwise noted, all of the trees listed below are native to Michigan.

2018 Conifer Price List

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CEDAR, EASTERN RED  (Juniperus virginiana)

This native evergreen is an excellent choice for wildlife food and cover.  The waxy, blue berries ripen in autumn and are favored by many birds.  Individual trees of this species are either male or female so some specimens will not have fruit.  Red cedar will grow to heights of 40’ to 50’ with a spread of 8’ to 20’.  It tolerates drought and poor soils and prefers full sun.  Not generally browsed by deer.  Wood is aromatic and used for cedar chests and closets.
CEDAR, NORTHERN WHITE  (Thuja occidentalis)

Typically grows in cold, poorly drained swamps with moving water.  Will not tolerate acidic soils as good as it does basic soils (pH 7 or above).  Very shade tolerant, very slow growing and short lived.  One of the most important winter foods for deer.  Is very effective for hedges and windscreens once established.
FIR, BALSAM  (Abies balsamea)

This dark green, native evergreen develops a spire like shape 45’ to 75’ tall.  Its foliage is very aromatic.  Prefers moist, acidic soils and can be found frequently in swamps throughout the northern half of Michigan.  It achieves its best size on better drained ground.  Balsam Fir provides good wildlife cover and is very hardy and shade tolerant.  
LARCH, AMERICAN  (Larix laricina) 

This very hardy tree is the only native larch in Michigan (also known as Tamarack).  A fast growing tree most often found in swampy areas or along lakeshores.  The bluish-green 1” needles turn yellow and drop in autumn, leaving the tree bare for winter.  Tamarack keeps its pyramidal shape and soft texture growing to heights of 40’ to 80’.  A good choice for damp sites that some other species won’t tolerate.  It requires full sunlight.
PINE, JACK  (Pinus banksiana)

Jack Pine is a small to medium-sized tree 70’ to 80’ high and 2’ in diameter with short and stout, slightly twisted 1” needles.  Prefers well-drained loamy sand, but can maintain itself on very dry sandy or gravelly soil types.  A good choice for reforestation on difficult sites where other species won’t grow, Jack Pine is  fast growing and will not tolerate shade.
PINE, RED  (Pinus resinosa)

A shade intolerant, long lived, moderate to fast growing native pine with 4" to 6" long, flexible, dark green needles.  Attaining heights of 50’ to 80’ with a trunk 2’ to 3’ in diameter, it prefers well-drained sandy to sandy loam soils.  Red Pine is resistant to a variety of insects and diseases.  Most often planted for timber production and screens but is also used as ornamental.  The wood is generally used for construction, millwork, poles, and pulpwood.  It self-prunes if the lower branches are shaded.
PINE, EASTERN WHITE  (Pinus strobus)

This is a moderate to fast growing native pine with soft bluish-green 2” to 5” long needles.  Attaining heights of 80’ to 120’ with a trunk 2’ to 3’ in diameter, it is moderately shade tolerant and prefers rich, porous, moist to well-drained sandy soil.  Most often planted for timber production, borders, and wildlife habitat.  The wood is generally used for construction, millwork, and pulpwood.
SPRUCE, COLORADO BLUE (Picea pungens glauca)  

In its native Colorado, this slow growing spruce reaches 80’ to 100’ with a 1’ to 2’ diameter trunk.  It has silvery, blue-green needles 1” to 1½” long.  Prefers rich, moist soils and is moderately shade tolerant.  Colorado Spruce is threatened by the same pests as other spruce varieties and can best ward off attacks when planted on good sites.  Most often planted for wildlife cover, screens, windbreaks, and Christmas trees.
SPRUCE, NORWAY  (Picea abies)

Imported from Europe, Norway Spruce is fast growing and can attain heights of 60' to 90' with a trunk 1' to 3' in diameter.  Branches are covered with short 1” to 2” dark green needles.  Preferring moist clay to loam soils, it is shade tolerant and moderately fast growing.  Damage from insects and diseases can be reduced by planting on proper sites at the proper density.  Most often planted for timber, pulpwood, windbreaks, and wildlife.
SPRUCE, WHITE  (Picea glauca)

Shade tolerant, but also does well in full sun.  Does best on moist soils.  Grows 45-75' tall.  Used for windbreaks and wildlife cover.