You might know about the plants but we are sure, the names of most these Trees That Start With A will be new for you!
Despite the similarity in their starting letters, these trees come with different qualities that set them apart from each other. Find out what makes each of these trees unique and which is best suited to your landscape!
Trees That Start With A
1. Acacia
Botanical Name: Acacia spp.
This tree is popular for its rapid growth and soil erosion control nature. If you live in an arid region, this will be the perfect fit there.
2. Alder
Botanical Name: Alnus spp.
Alders grow in a conical shape and can live up to 60 years. They are unique because they have a symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, which helps them enrich the soil.
3. Amur Maple
Botanical Name: Acer ginnala
In fall, when everything seems dull, you can enjoy the red fall foliage of this tree! Plus, it can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, which makes it easy to cultivate.
4. Apple
Botanical Name: Malus domestica
How can we miss the flavourful apple when talking about trees that start with A? There are over 7,500 varieties offering diverse flavors and you can also grow these in pots.
5. Arborvitae
Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis
These trees have pyramidal shape with thin, scaling outer bark and fibrous inner bark. Arborvitaes are widely used in landscaping and also as traditional Christmas trees.
6. Ash Tree
Botanical Name: Fraxinus spp.
This tree’s strong, elastic wood is used in scores of sports equipment. As a landscaping option, this cultivar offers a tall stature that beautifully forms a domed canopy.
7. Aspen Trees
Botanical Name: Populus spp.
These deciduous trees are also popular as aspens because their leaves “quake” in the wind. Come fall and their green leaves taken a stunning orange hue!
8. Australian Pine
Botanical Name: Casuarina equisetifolia
Despite its name, this not a true pine but a deciduous tree that looks like a pine and grows to more than 80-100 feet tall. It grows fast and thrives in sandy soils.
9. Avocado
Botanical Name: Persea americana
Health-conscious people need no introduction to this tree! The nutrient-rich avocado fruit of this tree is high in healthy fats and is widely popular in culinary dishes across the globe.
10. Amelanchier
Botanical Name: Amelanchier spp.
This tree is a perfect blend of delicious edible berries and white spring blossoms. Due to its small size, you can use it for landscaping in small gardens.
11. African Tulip Tree
Botanical Name: Spathodea campanulata
This ornamental tree has orange-red flowers that are perfect for attracting a variety of pollinators. It is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach a height of 20-40 feet.
12. Albizia
Botanical Name: Albizia julibrissin
It is often grown as an ornamental tree due to its fragrant and showy flowers. In summer, its pink pom-pom blooms add eye-catching beauty to landscapes.
13. American Hornbeam
Botanical Name: Carpinus caroliniana
American Hornbeam, also called “musclewood,” grows best in wet soils and is also known for its smooth and sinewy bark. A great fence option for any garden!
14. Almond
Botanical Name: Prunus dulcis
This one is loved for its nuts but also makes for an evergreen garden specimen. Almond trees grow in warm weather with hot and dry summers.
15. Allspice
Botanical Name: Pimenta dioica
Native to the West Indies, Allspice is a small evergreen tree that grows 20-40 feet tall. Its berries combine the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, an essential element of Caribbean cuisine.
16. Ashoka Tree
Botanical Name: Saraca asoca
As you must have guessed by its name, this tree is native to the Indian subcontinent, and grows to a height ot 15-25 feet. It grows straight like an arrow and the most distinctive feature of it are yellow-orange flowers! Yes! They grow in small clusters!
