Most trees available from 4" and up (some as small as 2").
Prices start at $6 to $15 per inch of height depending on construction of tree. Some may be considerably higher depending on density, width and additions such as hand crafted blossoms.

Flowering Trees
In the north, flowering trees lighten the heart and the mood when they announce
 the coming of spring by bursting into their gorgeous floral display.
 

Weeping Cherry
The graceful weeping cherry is perhaps the most beautiful of all flowering trees.
Starting at $9.50 per inch.

Magnolia Tree
Magnolia grandiflora
The Southern magnolia grows throughout Georgia and the Carolinas, presenting its magnificent white blossoms in the spring. Often as much as 10-12 inches in mature trees, these blossoms seem almost too good to be true! Because the branches begin low to the ground, this tree can also be recognized without its blooms
 by its characteristic shape.
Starting at $9.50 per inch.

Redbud Tree
Red Bud Tree
Cercis canadensis
The graceful Red Bud heralds spring with its glorious orchid color blooms that spring directly from the bark of its trunk and branches. Dating back to Biblical times, it is also known as the Judas tree.
Starting at $9.50 per inch.

  
 Pink or White Dogwood
The Dogwood is distinguished by its twisted trunk which contrasts intriguingly with the graceful, almost candelabra-like form of the ends of its branches. This form results in the blooms being enchantingly layered, a look EarthScapes seeks to replicate. Legend is that this tree used to be large and hard as oaks, and was thus used for crucifixions. Jesus, looking on the tree and empathizing with its sorrow at being used for such a cruel purpose, promised this would never again happen.  From that time on the tree has been small and delicate, and one can see the cross symbolized in its four petaled, rusty red tipped flowers.
Starting at $15 per inch of height...

Shade Trees & Evergreens

Live Oak with Spanish Moss

Live Oak
Quercus virginiana
This graceful tree of southeastern United States, draped with  Spanish Moss, is perhaps one of the most artistic of all trees. 
Starting at $9.50 per inch.

Live Oak with Spanish Moss

Banyan Tree
The magnificent Banyan tree is sometimes called the "walking tree" because by sending roots down from its branches, the trunk thickens very rapidly, creating its characteristic thick trunk and wide branches with only modest height.  As new roots are sent down farther and farther from the trunk, those nearest the trunk become embedded in it, creating the unique twisting pattern shown here.  Found in the tropics and subtropics, its wide spreading branches provide wonderful shade.

Blue Spruce resting on Rock
 15" Blue Spruce

Maple Trees For All Seasons
The beloved maple tree offers a variety of shapes and colorations. Here are a few.

Summer Maple
Starting at $9.50 per inch.

Early Fall Maple
A northern maple tree shows hints of red and yellow as it begins to transform into its autumnal glory.
Starting at $9.50 per inch

Sugar Maple
Starting at $9.50 per inch

Red Maple, Fall
Starting at $6 per inch.

White Birch
Betula Papyrifera
What child hasn't delighted at discovering the fascinating bark of a white birch tree? Who hasn't been enchanted upon seeing them on a wooded mountainside? The birch grows with a single trunk or in clumps of several and is a beautiful addition to any landscape.
Starting at $6 per inch.

Black Walnut
Everyone loves a summer afternoon under the shade of a majestic shade tree. Birds and squirrels can play in it's branches while people have a picnic in the grass beneath its cool shade.
Tree can be shaped to represent many species of trees
including maple, elm, etc. 
Starting at $6 per inch.

Mahogany Tree
Swietenia mahogani
The tree that grows the beautiful, rich colored red-brown wood used in fine furniture is also used extensively in south Florida landscaping. In the spring, it produces reddish-brown wooden pods shaped and sized something like a green pepper.
Starting at $9.50 per inch.

Palm Trees

Canary Island Date Palm
Phoenix canariensis
Making a dramatic statement in any landscaping, the Canary Island Date Palm (which originated
in those islands) is a relatively short tree with
 a trunk so wide it may weigh several tons when mature. The bark is rough, and slender,
feathery fronds emerge from a widened
"bowl" which sometimes sprouts miniature
 fronds as seen in this picture
Starting at $8 per inch.

Queen Palm
 Cocos Plumosa, Syagrus romanzoffiana
Used extensively in landscaping in Florida,
this exceptionally graceful tree has deep
green, drooping fronds emerging from a
 widened "bowl" atop a slender trunk which usually narrows even more towards the base"
Starting at $6 per inch.
 

Royal Palms (along a walkway!)
Roystonea Elata
Native to Florida, these stately palms, with their towering height and concrete-appearing trunks, create a majestic appearance as they line many of old Florida's major avenues. They are also lovely in home landscaping, especially combined with other palms.
Starting at $6 per inch.

Pigmy Palm
Phoenix Roebelinii
Usually grouped in two's and three's, this bent trunk, rough-barked little tree with feathery fronds is used inside  as well as out and adds great charm to any setting.
Starting at $6 per inch.

Christmas Palm
Veitchia Merrelli
Usually seen in groups of two's or three's, this palm resembles a small Royal palm with a slightly bent trunk. It is named for the bright red fruit that appears a few weeks before Christmas.
Starting at $6 per inch.

Whew! That was a close one! Sometimes those coconuts fall
a little too close for comfort!

Coconut Palm
Cocos Nucifera
This curved-trunk, gracefully swaying palm of islands, beaches, and inland lagoons is the form most envisioned when people think of a palm tree. These lovely palms were planted on Catalina Island for the movie set of South pacific and this beautification lingers on there to this day. These palms are available as is, or with scenic or whimsical enhancements. Snowy egrets, Herons, Roseate Spoonbills, Sea shells, sea oats, sea grapes, mangroves, alligators, monkeys
 are all available, if desired.
Starting at $6 per inch.

BONSAI TREES

May also be used for ¼” landscaping
Sizes starting from 1 inch
$32 to $48
Click on images for closer views.

Windswept Juniper

Brazilian Jacaranda

Tamarind

Workshops on tree construction and room box scenes by

NEW ENGLAND AUCTION
Designed by Ann Carol,
of Wee Home Shoppe and
 Marilyn Lauffer,
of Trees by Heath... Naturally.

Antique, wallpaper and enhance a ½” scale room box with Barn Siding, stone foundation, White Birch Tree and naturalized landscaping. Create a table and auction sign, and add your items for “sale.” Butter churn, horseshoe, barrel included

CREATE A TREE
Learn to make any tree designed by EarthScapes by Heath . . . Naturally
Enjoy the beauty of natural foliage in your yard, patio, deck, entry hall or atrium. 

14” Weeping Willow by EarthScapes
Choose from
Weeping Willows, Live Oaks with Spanish moss, Weeping Cherries, White Birches, Sugar and Red Maples in the fall, potted palms and ornamentals
also
7 species of palm trees
or
Create a Bonsai tree!

AFRICAN ODYSSEY
Designed by Ann Carol,
of Wee Home Shoppe and
 Marilyn Lauffer,
of Trees by Heath... Naturally.
Original photographs of Mt. Kilimanjaro and African herds surround you as you relax on the deck of your safari hotel



Apply wallpaper, construct and accessorize a deck and beautiful table, create an African flat top Acacia Tree, potted plant, and
landscaping from natural foliages. Available in 1/2" scale and 1" scale.
Class will be offered at
Sturbridge: May 31-June 1 2008, and Tysons Corner:
Oct 12, 2008

Call or e-mail for more information!
239-642-9042        570-384-3822
     treesbyheath@aol.com

About the Artist
For the beauty of the earth . . .
Artist Marilyn Heath Lauffer has spent the last 10 years refining techniques for fashioning enchanting replicas of nature from nature itself. She considers her designs a celebration of the beauty of nature. Her works are delightful gifts for home decor and are also used for architectural models and dollhouse landscaping. The pieces are very durable and are guaranteed for years if handled with reasonable care. To clean, use a hair dryer on low speed, no heat. Spray afterwards with matte finish clear spray, with UV protection, if possible. Do not leave continuously in sunlight or by heat vents.
. . . and for your precious Son, we praise you and thank you, dear God, the Master Creator.

Marilyn Heath Lauffer
239-642-9042   570-384-3822
TreesbyHeath@aol.com
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