Tree Resource Guide

Pottawatomie County Storms

Tornadoes and damaging weather recently went through parts Pottawatomie County, devastating land and home. OSU Extension has provided some resources to assist those wish to replace the trees after their property was struck by storm damage.

Invasive Trees to Avoid

While they may be aesthetically pleasing visually, some trees should not be planted due their invasive nature.

L-469: The Invasive Callery Pear

NREM-2876: Eastern Redcedar Control and Management

Oklahoma Proven Program

The Oklahoma Proven program has compiled a list of trees that are tolerant of the conditions found throughout Oklahoma.

Pottawatomie County OSU Extension Demonstration Tree Info Sheet

Oklahoma Proven - Trees

OSU Fact Sheets

OSU Extension has published multiple fact sheets on tree and shrub selection and site selection for growth.

EPP-7323: Managing Storm Damaged Trees

HLA-6439: Selecting Shrubs for the Landscape

HLA-6456: Selecting Deciduous Trees for Oklahoma

HLA-6463: Selecting Evergreen Trees

Outside Resources

OG&E and the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry also provide resources for land owners wanting to prevent and repair storm damage.

Forest Trees of Oklahoma Book

Oklahoma Native Species by County

OG&E Vegetation Management