Tall tree for moist soils; to 6500′ elev.; usually cottonless; no guarantee
Chokecherry
Medium shrub with edible fruit; grows well on most soils; to 9,000′ elev. Proven Performer and can be used in multi-row windbreaks in our area to provide windward side density to multi-row windbreaks OR where single row consisting of density and short barrier is desired.
Italian Plum
Medium size plum; good for jam and jellies; does better if provide some shelter from elements. Needs two trees for pollination
Concord Seedless Grape
Fruit resembles concord in color and flavor but the cluster and berries are smaller. Berries are seedless. Highly regarded as a pie grape and excellent for jam and jelly. Zone 5
Kentucky Coffee Tree
Tall tree; low drought tolerant; tough seed pods, rare species.
Cotoneaster
Medium shrub; grows well on most soils; to 9,500′. Proven Performer and highly recommended for multi-row windbreaks in our area to provide density to outer rows of multi-row windbreaks. Similar in purpose to the Caragana, but without the tendency to be defoliated by grasshoppers.
Lanceleaf Cottonwood
Not recommended for Double El Conservation District area due to moisture needs or elevation range.
Cottonless Cottonwood
A hybrid cottonwood. This is a sterile female, cottonless variety. Has excellent resistance to cold and alkali soils. It prefers sandy loam and loamy sand with good drainage. It needs moist soils. It can be used in riparian areas. It can be fast growing but can be susceptible for canker. It can be trashy with falling twigs and branches. Can attain height up to 70 ft. tall.
Lilac
Tall shrub; grows well on most soils; to 8,000′ elev.; excellent for windbreak purposes.
Coyote Willow
Not recommended for Double El Conservation District area due to moisture needs or elevation range.
