A partial list of native trees in Toronto: Ash Black ash Green ash White ash Aspen Balsam poplar
- Ash. Black ash. Green ash. White ash.
- Aspen. Balsam poplar. Large-tooth aspen. Trembling aspen.
- Basswood. American basswood.
- Birch. White birch. Yellow birch.
- Beech. North American beech.
- Cedar. Northern white cedar.
- Chestnut. American chestnut.
- Dogwoods. Alternate-leaved dogwood.
Where can I find a list of native plants in Toronto?
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC.ca) lists natives by preferred habitat and provides an up-to-date list of Native Plant Nurseries in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The following chart provides some examples of native plants for shade that can be grown in the GTA..
Where does Canada's Flora come from?
From the Arctic to the Pacific to the Atlantic, and from the prairies to the mountains to the tundras within their shores, Canada's flora is far more than just maple trees. Red Bearberry is common across much of Canada.
Where can I find a red apple tree in Canada?
In Canada, the plant is found on the northern side to northern Quebec. The red fruit is a favorite for the Bears and is sometimes gathered for human consumption. The plant has simple evergreen leaves, trailing stems on flexible branches, a single root, and urn-shaped perfect flowers.
What are some plants that are not native to the region?
There are lots of plants that have naturalized into our environment but are not native to the region. Don’t be fooled by these common mistakes: Catalpa, Black Locust, Norway Maple, and even Weeping Willow.
