Evergreen Conifers

Long after deciduous trees drop their leaves, conifers keep a landscape green and structured. Pines, spruces, firs, cedars, cypresses, arborvitae, redwoods, and the giant sequoia are all represented. Tree farms start windbreaks, privacy screens, and Christmas tree plantings from seed, and the same approach lets you raise dozens of conifers affordably. Dense branches shelter birds through winter, while cones feed squirrels and finches. Bald cypress and dawn redwood are included too, deciduous conifers valued for soft needles and striking fall color.