Low growing tree that is good for Redmond, Oregon - Ask Extension
I would like to know if there is a low growing tree (possibly a large shrub) that would do well in full sun. Something that would spread out more tha...
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Low growing tree that is good for Redmond, Oregon #875840
Asked July 03, 2024, 3:10 PM EDT
I would like to know if there is a low growing tree (possibly a large shrub) that would do well in full sun. Something that would spread out more than get very tall - no more than 10 feet tall. Also, something that is drought resistant.
Thank you!
Deschutes County Oregon
Expert Response
Here is a great OSU reference for waterwise gardening plant suggestions for Central Oregon, with good ideas for large shrubs and small trees:
https://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pub/em-9136-water-wise-gardening-central-oregon
I live two hours north of Redmond in Sherman County, one climate zone warmer than you. One of my favorite small trees on our rural property are the elderberries, listed on page 33 of this OSU publication. I have a purple one, a variegated one (white and green) and a lime green one (it is in a shaded area of yard to protect color). You can let them grow wild and crazy like a bush (as shown in the photo on page 33) or you can prune them like a single stem tree, which is what I have done. Just keep after the sprouts at the bottom of the tree during the spring and summer, they keep suckering up.
Good luck! Cindy Brown, OSU Sherman County Extension
https://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pub/em-9136-water-wise-gardening-central-oregon
I live two hours north of Redmond in Sherman County, one climate zone warmer than you. One of my favorite small trees on our rural property are the elderberries, listed on page 33 of this OSU publication. I have a purple one, a variegated one (white and green) and a lime green one (it is in a shaded area of yard to protect color). You can let them grow wild and crazy like a bush (as shown in the photo on page 33) or you can prune them like a single stem tree, which is what I have done. Just keep after the sprouts at the bottom of the tree during the spring and summer, they keep suckering up.
Good luck! Cindy Brown, OSU Sherman County Extension
Cindy,
Thank you! I will definitely be looking into getting one. Your suggestion is a huge help.
Good luck choosing your tree and happy growing!
