Looking to add a touch of elegance to your front or backyard?
Whether you’re enhancing your landscaping or seeking the perfect tree for pots, we’ve got you covered!
These small flowering trees will beautify your yard, boost your home’s curb appeal, and increase its value – all while providing delightful eye candy for you and your neighbors!
40 Compact Flowering Trees to Beautify Your Yard With Charm
1. Pink Heartbreaker Redbud Tree
Who doesn’t love the gorgeous vibrant pink blossoms of a Redbud tree that appear early in spring, brightening an otherwise drab landscape? If you love redbuds, the Pink Heartbreaker Redbud Tree won’t disappoint!
This compact little beauty only grows 12 feet tall, making it small enough to fit in almost any yard and making a fantastic low-maintenance focal point.
After the pretty blossoms fade, you get to enjoy its beautiful heart-shaped leaves that gracefully cover its sophisticated yet wild-looking weeping branches.
Pink Heartbreaker Redbud Trees can easily grow in full sun or partial shade in any moist, well-drained soil.
- USDA Growing Zones: 5 – 9
- Average Size at Maturity: 10 – 12 ft tall, 8 – 10 ft spread
- Flowering Season: April to May
- Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis ‘Pink Heartbreaker’ PP23043
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2. Red Tropical Hibiscus Tree
The Red Tropical Hibiscus Tree packs a colorful punch with its stunning red blossoms with dark red centers that will surely please all who see it. Since they bloom from mid-summer to fall, they provide stunning color long after most flowering trees have finished.
Not only will your neighbors come to see this red flowering tree, but local hummingbirds and butterflies will also flock to your yard.
While not cold-hardy below USDA Zone 9, those in cooler climates can grow this gorgeous tree in a pot on their patio. Cutting the branches back by ⅓ in spring encourages bigger blooms.
- USDA Growing Zones: 9 – 11 outdoors; 4 – 11 patio
- Average Size at Maturity: 6 – 8 ft tall, 2 – 3 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Showy flowers bloom from July to October
- Botanical Name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
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3. Pink Velour Crape Myrtle
The Pink Velour Crape Myrtle is a pink flowering tree and perfect choice for those in warmer climates looking for a small, beautiful tree with flowers that last all summer.
This compact tree has profuse, vibrant magenta-pink blossoms that will invite the admiration and envy of all your neighbors!
It also has gorgeous deep wine-red leaves in spring, and unlike most colorful spring leaves, these will retain some of that purplish color all summer long, looking stunning against its vibrant flowers.
The Pink Velour Crape Myrtle is also drought-tolerant and highly resistant to the powdery mildew that plagues some crape myrtles in humid climates.
- USDA Growing Zones: 7 – 10
- Average Size at Maturity: 8 – 10 ft tall, 8 – 10 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Flowers bloom from July to at least September
- Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica ‘Whit III’
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4. White Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry
The Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree is an ornamental cherry tree with a classic, elegant weeping form.
In early spring, it produces a stunning display of pure white blossoms that cover its bare weeping branches before any leaves appear, accentuating its cascading form. This is one of the prettiest white flowering trees you can grow!
In the fall, Snow Fountain Weeping Cherry provides a spectacular show when its leaves turn brilliant shades of gold and orange.
Even in winter, its cascading branches look beautiful, especially when highlighted with snow.
Plant the Snow Fountain Weeping Cherry in full sun with medium moisture; it will thrive and increase your property value.
- USDA Growing Zones: 5 – 8
- Average Size at Maturity: 8 – 15 ft tall, 8 – 10 ft spread
- Flowering / Fruiting Season: Showy flowers bloom in early spring; small inedible fruits mature in summer and are loved by birds
- Botanical Name: Prunus x ‘Snofozam’
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5. Summer Jazz Fire Trumpet Tree
If you love fiery red trumpet-shaped flowers like the Trumpet Vine but want a small compact tree, the Summer Jazz Fire Trumpet Tree is a real beauty!
Its compact form has been trained into a gorgeous dwarf tree topped with orange-red flowers in summer that really pop out in the landscape and attract tons of butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard for additional beauty.
Summer Jazz Fire Trumpet Tree grows in nearly any well-drained soil and will even happily grow in a pot on your patio.
In the spring, it’s easy to prune to maintain its shape.
- USDA Growing Zones: 5 – 9
- Average Size at Maturity: 4 – 5 ft tall, 3 – 4 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Showy flowers bloom all summer
- Botanical Name: Campsis x SUMMER JAZZ ™ FIRE ‘Takarazuka Fresa’
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6. Twist Of Pink Oleander Tree Form
The lovely oleander flowers never disappoint with their beauty and mildly intoxicating fragrance, and the Twist of Pink Oleander Tree is no exception.
Their delightful blooms on this pink flowering tree last all summer and look striking against their narrow, variegated leaves that flutter gracefully in the lightest breeze.
Twist of Pink Oleander is known for its tolerance to harsh conditions, including drought, salt spray, reflected light, high heat, high humidity, and acidic and alkaline soils.
They can be grown as single or multi-trunked small trees or can be pruned into a beautiful hedge for your driveway.
- USDA Growing Zones: 8 – 10
- Average Size at Maturity: 6 – 8 ft tall, 6 – 8 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Flowers bloom in early summer and persist to early fall.
- Botanical Name: Oleander nerium ‘Planst’
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7. Red Pixie Lilac Tree
The Red Pixie Lilac Tree is a gorgeous lilac tree with an upright, rounded growth habit in a dwarf tree. It has the most deliciously aromatic red-pink flowers that bloom from late spring into summer and often bloom again in late summer and early fall for a nearly non-stop color display that looks gorgeous against its bright green leaves.
In the fall, the color continues when the leaves turn a blazing shade of yellow.
Since Red Pixie Lilac only grows to 7 feet tall, this gorgeous tree will fit in even the smallest gardens. It’s also low-maintenance and very cold-tolerant.
- USDA Growing Zones: 3 – 7
- Average Size at Maturity: 6 – 7 ft tall, 3 – 4 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Flowers appear in late spring until summer; they usually bloom again in late summer or early fall
- Botanical Name: Syringa ‘Red Pixie’
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8. Sweet Mock Orange Shrub
The Sweet Mock Orange Shrub is a compact plant with arching branches that nearly give it a weeping form.
Beautiful serrated emerald green leaves that appear in spring provide the perfect backdrop for its lush white flowers that bloom in summer. The beauty doesn’t stop there; the delicately intoxicating citrus-like fragrance will delight your neighborhood, encouraging all who pass by to stop and smell the gorgeous flowers.
While Sweet Mock Orange looks incredibly elegant and delicate-looking, it’s also incredibly tough, resisting droughts and disease and thriving in most soil types from full sun to partial shade.
- USDA Growing Zones: 4 – 8
- Average Size at Maturity: 8 – 10 ft tall, 8 – 10 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Flowers appear from late spring to early summer
- Botanical Name: Philadelphus x virginalis
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9. Dwarf Strawberry Tree
Dwarf Strawberry Tree is unique with its leathery dark green evergreen leaves on dense and graceful branches, providing year-round interest.
This gorgeous tree blooms from fall through late winter with masses of snow-white bell-shaped flowers, providing flowers when little else blooms.
Even as the flowers fade, the color gets even better with its gorgeous red strawberry-like edible fruits that look spectacular against its green leaves, providing even more color at a time of year when there isn’t much.
Dwarf Strawberry Trees are also suitable as water-wise xeriscape trees once established and are listed on multiple state firewise plant lists.
- USDA Growing Zones: 7 – 9
- Average Size at Maturity: 8 – 10 ft tall, 6 – 8 ft spread
- Flowering / Fruiting Season: Flowers appear from fall through late winter; edible fruits appear from mid to late winter
- Botanical Name: Arbutus unedo ‘Compacta’
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10. Weeping Siberian Pea Tree Form
If you are looking for an easy-to-grow tree that tolerates both extreme cold and extreme summer heat, the Weeping Siberian Pea is a gorgeous shrub in a tree form that will thrive without any effort.
Its compact weeping form makes it look delicate, but it’s incredibly tough. Just plant it in any well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and forget about maintenance.
Weeping Siberian Pea has beautiful yellow-green leaves and showy yellow pea-like flowers, making a fantastic focal point or specimen tree attracting local pollinators. Then, it creates a beautiful fall display when its leaves turn vibrant yellow.
- USDA Growing Zones: 3 – 7
- Average Size at Maturity: 10 – 12 ft tall, 4 – 5 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Flowers bloom in spring
- Botanical Name: Caragana arborescens ‘Pendula’
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11. Lollipop Crabapple Tree
The Lollipop Crabapple is a stunning tree with a compact, naturally round, symmetrical crown that looks like a white lollipop when its deep pink flower buds open to a dense cloud of white spring blossoms.
Lollipop Crabapples’ compact shape will fit in any yard, even right next to your patio, so you can enjoy its beauty up close.
After the blooms fade, the beautiful green summer leaves provide shade before turning a lovely shade of yellow in the fall. Then, these ornamental crabapples have small red berry-like fruits that last all winter, much to the local birds’ delight.
- USDA Growing Zones: 4 – 8
- Average Size at Maturity: 8 – 10 ft tall, 8 – 10 ft spread
- Flowering / Fruiting Season: Showy flowers appear in early to mid-spring; inedible fruits mature in early fall and persist through winter
- Botanical Name: Malus ‘Lolizam’
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12. Ruby Falls Redbud
Add a touch of magic to your garden with the Ruby Falls Redbud, showcasing stunning purple foliage and vibrant pink blooms in early spring.
This small, weeping tree brings elegance and charm to any landscape, making it a captivating focal point.
Its heart-shaped leaves transition to a rich burgundy in summer, providing continuous visual appeal.
Ideal for a variety of garden settings, Ruby Falls Redbud thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to part shade, offering both beauty and ease of care.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-9
- Average Mature Size: 6-8 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
- Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis ‘Ruby Falls’
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13. Powder Puff
Add a burst of color to your garden with the vibrant blooms of Powder Puff, showcasing its fluffy, bright red or pink flowers that appear from late spring to summer.
This small flowering tree is sure to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, bringing lively activity to your yard. Its lush, green foliage provides a stunning backdrop to the eye-catching blossoms.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Powder Puff is a delightful and low-maintenance choice that adds charm and elegance to any landscape.
- USDA Growing Zone: 9-11
- Average Mature Size: 10-15 ft tall, 10-15 ft spread
- Type: Evergreen
- Flowering Season: Late Spring to Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Calliandra haematocephala
14. Flowering Almond
Who can resist the delicate pink or white blossoms of Flowering Almond that appear in early spring, bringing a cheerful touch to your garden?
This compact tree is perfect for small spaces, adding vibrant color and a sense of charm to any yard. After the blossoms fade, its lush green foliage provides a beautiful backdrop throughout the summer.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Flowering Almond is a delightful, low-maintenance choice for enhancing your landscape’s appeal.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-8
- Average Mature Size: 4-5 ft tall, 4-5 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Prunus glandulosa
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15. Royal Star Magnolia
Add a touch of elegance to your garden with the Royal Star Magnolia, admired for its stunning, star-shaped white flowers that bloom in early spring.
This small tree captivates with its fragrant blossoms and lush green foliage that transitions to yellow in the fall.
Perfect for creating a striking focal point, the Royal Star Magnolia thrives in well-drained soil and enjoys full sun to partial shade.
Its compact size and low-maintenance care make it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking beauty and simplicity.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-9
- Average Mature Size: 10-15 feet tall and 10-12 feet wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shadeRoyal
- Botanical Name: Magnolia stellata ‘Royal Star’
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16. Red Dogwood Tree
Brighten your garden with the Red Dogwood Tree, celebrated for its striking red blooms that appear in early spring.
This small tree offers year-round interest with its beautiful flowers, lush green summer foliage, and vibrant red fall leaves. It’s perfect for adding color and texture to your landscape.
Red Dogwood thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-9
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Cornus florida var. rubra
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17. Sunny Knock Out® Rose Tree
Illuminate your garden with the cheerful Sunny Knock Out® Rose Tree, known for its vibrant yellow blooms that gradually fade to a creamy white.
This small tree offers continuous blossoms from spring until frost, creating a bright and lively display. Its dark green foliage is disease-resistant, making it an easy-care option for any gardener.
Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun, the Sunny Knock Out® Rose Tree combines beauty with practicality, adding a touch of sunshine to any landscape.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-11
- Average Mature Size: 3-4 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Spring to Frost
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Rosa ‘Radsunny’
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18. Kwanzan Cherry Tree
Brighten your garden with the Kwanzan Cherry Tree, celebrated for its breathtaking double pink blossoms that appear in mid to late spring.
This small tree is a showstopper with its vibrant flowers and glossy green leaves that turn stunning shades of orange and red in the fall. It’s perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any landscape.
The Kwanzan Cherry thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it a beautiful and practical choice for gardeners.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-9
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Mid to Late Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Prunus serrulata ‘Kwanzan’
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19. Black Diamond Mystic Magenta Crape Myrtle
Infuse your garden with vibrant color using the Black Diamond Mystic Magenta Crape Myrtle, known for its striking magenta blooms that last from summer to fall.
This small tree captivates with its vivid flowers and unique dark burgundy, almost black foliage, creating a stunning contrast that enhances any landscape.
Perfect for adding bold color and elegance, the Black Diamond Mystic Magenta thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.
Its low-maintenance nature and remarkable visual appeal make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and practicality.
- USDA Growing Zone: 7-10
- Average Mature Size: 10-12 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Summer to Fall
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Mystic Magenta’
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20. Profusion Crabapple Tree
Transform your garden with the stunning Profusion Crabapple Tree, known for its vibrant deep pink to red blooms that appear in spring.
This small tree captivates with its showy flowers and attractive red fruit, providing visual interest throughout the growing season. Its lush, dark green foliage turns a beautiful bronze in fall, adding seasonal charm.
Perfect for adding color and elegance to any landscape, the Profusion Crabapple thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. It’s a low-maintenance choice that combines beauty with practical gardening benefits.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-8
- Average Mature Size: 15-20 feet tall and 15-20 feet wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Malus ‘Profusion’
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21. Chinese Fringe Tree
Bring unique beauty to your garden with the Chinese Fringe Tree, renowned for its fragrant, fringe-like white flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer.
This small tree captivates with its cascading clusters of delicate blossoms and vibrant green foliage that turns yellow in the fall.
Perfect for creating an eye-catching focal point, the Chinese Fringe Tree thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Its low-maintenance care and enchanting appearance make it a wonderful choice for any landscape.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-9
- Average Mature Size: 12-20 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Chionanthus retusus
22. Plumeria Tree
Introduce a tropical touch to your garden with the Plumeria (Frangipani) tree, famous for its exquisite, fragrant flowers that bloom from spring to fall.
This small tree enchants with its vibrant blossoms in shades of white, yellow, pink, or red, adding a splash of color and a delightful scent to any landscape.
Perfect for creating an exotic focal point, the Plumeria Tree thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.
Its low-maintenance nature and stunning visual appeal make it a fantastic choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and practicality.
- USDA Growing Zone: 10-12
- Average Mature Size: 15-20 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Spring to Fall
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Plumeria spp.
23. Golden Chain Tree
Golden Chain Tree transforms your garden with its stunning clusters of golden yellow flowers that hang gracefully from its branches in late spring to early summer.
This small flowering tree is perfect for adding a splash of vibrant color and a touch of elegance to your yard. Its attractive foliage and manageable size make it an excellent choice for small spaces.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this tree is relatively easy to care for, ensuring beauty with minimal effort.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-7
- Average Mature Size: 10-20 ft tall, 10-15 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Laburnum anagyroides
24. Hawthorn
Hawthorn adds a touch of rustic charm to any yard with its clusters of white or pink flowers that bloom in late spring.
This small flowering tree is beloved for its vibrant display and its ability to attract pollinators, creating a lively garden atmosphere. In the fall, its small red fruits provide additional visual interest and are a favorite among birds.
Thriving in full sun and adaptable to various soil types, Hawthorn is a resilient and enchanting choice for your landscape.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-7
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 ft tall, 15-25 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Crataegus spp.
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25. Serviceberry
Brighten your landscape with the early spring blooms of Serviceberry, which offers a profusion of white flowers that invigorate the garden.
This small tree also delights with edible berries in summer and vibrant red and orange foliage in fall, providing year-round interest. Its attractive bark and manageable size make it ideal for small yards.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade, Serviceberry is a charming and easy-to-care-for option that enhances the beauty of your outdoor space.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-9
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 ft tall, 15-25 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Amelanchier spp.
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26. Pagoda Dogwood
Pagoda Dogwood brings a unique charm to your yard with its elegant, layered branching and clusters of creamy white flowers that bloom in late spring.
This small tree is perfect for adding architectural interest and subtle beauty to your landscape. Its dark green leaves turn a striking reddish-purple in the fall, offering multi-season appeal.
Thriving in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, Pagoda Dogwood is a captivating and easy-to-care-for choice for any garden.
- USDA Growing Zone: 3-7
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 ft tall, 20-30 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring
- Light Requirements: Partial shade
- Botanical Name: Cornus alternifolia
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27. Saucer Magnolia
For an elegant touch to your yard, Saucer Magnolia is a stunning choice with its large, saucer-shaped flowers in shades of pink and white that bloom in early spring.
These striking blossoms are sure to captivate your neighbors and enhance your home’s curb appeal. This small tree is also loved for its smooth gray bark and broad, spreading canopy that provides shade
Saucer Magnolia thrives in various soil types and is relatively easy to maintain, making it perfect for any garden.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-9
- Average Mature Size: 20-25 ft tall, 20-25 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Magnolia × soulangeana
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28. Fringe Tree
Add a unique touch to your yard with the enchanting Fringe Tree. Its delicate, fringe-like white flowers bloom in late spring, creating a stunning visual display and a sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators.
This small tree also features glossy green leaves that turn yellow in the fall, offering multi-season interest.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade, Fringe Tree is a low-maintenance choice that brings charm and elegance to any landscape.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-9
- Average Mature Size: 12-20 ft tall, 12-20 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Chionanthus virginicus
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29. Carolina Silverbell
Carolina Silverbell brings a touch of grace to your garden with its delicate, bell-shaped white flowers that bloom in mid-spring.
This charming small tree offers a stunning floral display that will captivate your neighbors and enhance your home’s curb appeal. Its lush green foliage turns a warm yellow in the fall, adding seasonal interest.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade, Carolina Silverbell is a beautiful and low-maintenance addition to any landscape.
- USDA Growing Zone: 4-8
- Average Mature Size: 20-30 ft tall, 15-25 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Mid-Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Halesia carolina
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30. Kousa Dogwood
Perfect for adding charm to any garden, Kousa Dogwood boasts delicate white flowers that emerge in late spring, creating a stunning display against its green foliage.
This small tree is admired for its unique exfoliating bark and vibrant red fruit in the fall. It thrives in a variety of soils and is fairly low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for enhancing your yard’s beauty.
Its graceful, spreading form also provides a lovely contrast to more structured garden elements.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-8
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 ft tall, 15-25 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Cornus kousa
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31. Japanese Tree Lilac
Enhance your garden with the stunning blooms of Japanese Tree Lilac, featuring large clusters of creamy white flowers that appear in early summer.
This small tree offers a delightful fragrance and attractive dark green leaves, making it a standout in any landscape.
Its appealing, exfoliating bark adds winter interest, ensuring year-round beauty.
Thriving in full sun and adaptable to various soil types, Japanese Tree Lilac is a low-maintenance choice that brings elegance and charm to your yard.
- USDA Growing Zone: 3-7
- Average Mature Size: 20-30 ft tall, 15-20 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Syringa reticulata
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32. Franklin Tree
Bring a touch of elegance to your garden with the Franklin Tree, showcasing its beautiful white, camellia-like blossoms that appear in late summer.
This small tree not only offers stunning blooms but also boasts glossy green leaves that turn vibrant shades of red and orange in the fall. With its smooth, peeling bark adding year-round interest, the Franklin Tree is perfect for adding beauty and charm to any yard.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, it’s a unique and low-maintenance addition to your landscape.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-8
- Average Mature Size: 10-20 ft tall, 6-15 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Franklinia alatamaha
33. Chaste Tree
Who doesn’t love the vibrant spikes of lavender-blue flowers on a Chaste Tree that bloom from late spring to summer?
This small flowering tree not only adds stunning color to your garden but also attracts butterflies and bees, creating a lively and beautiful environment. With aromatic gray-green leaves that provide a lovely contrast to the blossoms, it’s a perfect choice for any landscape.
Chaste Tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a hardy and low-maintenance addition to your yard.
- USDA Growing Zone: 6-9
- Average Mature Size: 10-20 ft tall, 15-20 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring to Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Vitex agnus-castus
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34. Japanese Flowering Cherry
Who can resist the breathtaking display of delicate pink blossoms on a Japanese Flowering Cherry that bloom in early spring?
This small tree is a showstopper, transforming your yard into a fairy-tale landscape and capturing the admiration of everyone who sees it. Its graceful, spreading branches provide a stunning architectural element, and the vibrant green leaves turn beautiful shades of yellow and orange in the fall.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Japanese Flowering Cherry is a delightful and low-maintenance addition to any garden.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-8
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 ft tall, 15-25 ft spread
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Prunus serrulata
35. “Little Girl” Magnolias
Add a splash of color to your garden with the delightful “Little Girl” Magnolias. Their stunning pink and purple tulip-shaped blossoms that appear in early spring are sure to captivate and charm.
These compact trees are ideal for adding vibrant beauty to any yard, becoming the envy of your neighbors. As the flowers fade, the lush green foliage continues to provide an attractive backdrop throughout the summer.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, “Little Girl” Magnolias are an easy-to-care-for and enchanting choice for any landscape.
- USDA Growing Zones: 4-8
- Average Size at Maturity: 10-15 ft tall, 10-12 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Type: Deciduous
- Botanical Name: Magnolia ‘Little Girl’ hybrids
36. Purpleleaf Plum
Who can resist the vibrant display of the Purpleleaf Plum, with its striking pink blossoms that appear in early spring, transforming your yard into a fairy-tale landscape?
This small tree is perfect for adding a pop of color and elegance to any garden. Its deep purple foliage provides a stunning contrast to the flowers and remains beautiful throughout the growing season.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Purpleleaf Plum is a low-maintenance and captivating addition to your outdoor space.
- USDA Growing Zones: 4-9
- Average Size at Maturity: 15-25 ft tall, 15-20 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Type: Deciduous
- Botanical Name: Prunus cerasifera
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37. Red Buckeye
Add a burst of color to your garden with the vibrant red blossoms of Red Buckeye, which appear in early spring and attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
This small tree creates a lively atmosphere and is perfect for enhancing your yard’s beauty. Its lush green foliage provides a stunning backdrop to the bright flowers and turns a lovely yellow in the fall.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, Red Buckeye is a hardy and low-maintenance choice for any landscape.
- USDA Growing Zones: 4-8
- Average Size at Maturity: 10-20 ft tall, 10-20 ft spread
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Type: Deciduous
- Botanical Name: Aesculus pavia
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38. Smoke Tree
Experience a splash of color in your garden with the Smoke Tree, known for its unique and captivating blooms that resemble puffs of smoke.
This small tree offers stunning foliage that transitions from deep purple to brilliant red, making it a visual delight throughout the seasons. It’s an excellent choice for adding a dramatic focal point to any landscape.
Easy to care for, the Smoke Tree thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, bringing low-maintenance beauty to your garden.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-8
- Average Mature Size: 10-15 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Botanical Name: Cotinus coggygria
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39. Witch Hazel
Add a touch of magic to your garden with Witch Hazel, a small flowering tree that blooms in late winter to early spring.
Its vibrant yellow, orange, or red flowers provide a burst of color when most other plants are still dormant. Known for its fragrant blooms and attractive fall foliage, Witch Hazel is a wonderful addition to any landscape.
It thrives in part shade to full sun and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
- USDA Growing Zone: 3-9
- Average Mature Size: 10-20 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Late Winter to Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Part shade to full sun
- Botanical Name: Hamamelis
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40. White Dogwood Tree
Add an elegant touch to your garden with the White Dogwood Tree, showcasing beautiful white blossoms in early spring.
This small tree not only brightens the landscape with its blooms but also offers lush green summer foliage and striking red leaves in fall. It’s perfect for creating year-round interest and enhancing visual appeal.
Easy to grow, White Dogwood thrives in well-drained soil and adapts to both full sun and partial shade, making it a versatile choice for any garden.
- USDA Growing Zone: 5-9
- Average Mature Size: 15-25 feet tall and wide
- Type: Deciduous
- Flowering Season: Early Spring
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Botanical Name: Cornus florida
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Small Flowering Trees Beautify Your Home and Can Increase Your Property Value
You don’t have to plant a huge tree to beautify your yard and increase your home’s value. If you have a small yard, just plant a small flowering tree that will mature quickly and fill your yard with beauty.
When choosing the right tree for your yard, ensure you understand which USDA Growing Zone you live in.
Happy tree planting!
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