How to use deciduous conifers in your garden?

Many people often consider conifers synonymous with evergreens, but several species actually lose all their needles/foliage in the fall and come back each spring! For hot and humid locations like Florida, we recommend dawn redwoods or bald cypresses; colder climates can grow larch trees (Larix). Wherever you live our garden experts will help find out what type of deciduous conifers would best complement your home's landscape needs.



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