{"title":"Trees","description":"\u003cp\u003eTrees native to the Ridge and Valley region of the Appalachians.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"allegheny-chinquapin","title":"Allegheny Chinquapin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllegheny Chinquapin (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCastanea pumila\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a native shrub or small tree found in parts of the Ridge and Valley, especially on dry rocky slopes, open woodlands, ridges and forest edges. A close relative of the American Chestnut, it produces small, sweet, edible nuts enclosed in golden spiny burs that split open in fall. These nuts are a favorite of squirrels, chipmunks, wild turkeys and other wildlife, making Chinquapin an excellent addition to edible landscapes and habitat plantings!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun to partial shade with dry to medium, well drained soil. Allegheny Chinquapin prefers acidic to neutral soils and grows well in sandy, rocky or relatively poor ground. Avoid heavy, poorly drained clay soils and water regularly while establishing. Once established, it tolerates drought and can grow into a large, multi-stemmed shrub or small tree. Plant at least two genetically different seedlings for better nut production. Although more tolerant of Chestnut Blight than American Chestnut, it can still become infected!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurel Field Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67335480901707,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/5061\/2555\/files\/Botanicaldetailwithsubtleattribution.png?v=1793067042"},{"product_id":"dwarf-chinquapin-oak","title":"Dwarf Chinkapin Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDwarf Chinkapin Oak (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuercus prinoides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a native shrub or small tree found in parts of the Ridge and Valley, especially along dry ridges, rocky slopes, bluffs and open woodland edges. Unlike its towering relatives, this little oak typically grows just 3 to 12 feet tall, producing small, sweet acorns that are highly prized by squirrels, chipmunks, wild turkeys and other wildlife. It can begin producing acorns in as little as three to five years, much earlier than most other native oaks! Its foliage also supports a remarkable variety of native caterpillars and other insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun to partial shade with dry to medium, well drained soil. Dwarf Chinkapin Oak grows well in sandy, rocky and relatively poor soils, making it a great choice for dry slopes, woodland edges and naturalized plantings. Water regularly while establishing, but once established it tolerates drought and requires little care. Its deep taproot makes transplanting difficult, so choose a permanent location carefully. Plants may develop into broad, spreading shrubs and form small thickets over time!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurel Field Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67335634649163,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/5061\/2555\/files\/Oakfoliagewithdiscreetphotographercredit.png?v=1793067789"}],"url":"https:\/\/laurelfieldco.com\/collections\/trees.oembed","provider":"Laurel Field Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}