Trees & Shrubs

Magnolia

Magnolia is a species native to Georgia. Magnolia is both its common name and its genus name. 

Ginkgo

The ginkgo is a non-native species to Georgia. The ginkgo is native to China. Its genus is ginkgo, and the type usually found in Georgia is the ginkgo biloba. 

Weeping Willow

The scientific name of the weeping willow is Salix babylonica. It is native to China.

Holly

Holly is in the genus Ilex. There are around 600 species. Holly is native to the Eastern United States.

Privet

Privet bushes are from the genus Ligustrum. They are native to Europe, Australia, North Africa, and Asia.