Orange Jasmine
(Murraya paniculata)
Underused in tree form this tough plant makes a nice urban tree for small soil spaces. Drainage is key in growing a healthy tree. Once pruned into tree form, Orange Jasmine is low-maintenance. Fruits are considered invasive, but use in urban areas should not be tempered by this fact.
 

East Palatka Holly
(Ilex X attenuata)
Do not shear. This durable tree is suitable for small urban spaces. Performs best on irrigated or moist, well-drained soils and with a large mulch area beneath the canopy. Plant is susceptible to dieback, caused by a fungus in our region which has limited this holly’s usefulness as an urban tree.

Red Maple
(Acer rubrum)
Intolerance to drought soils limits urban use. Susceptible to shoot-tip borers, creating multiple leaders on the tree. Cankers of the trunk and branches are a problem on mature trees. A good tree for fall color and wildlife. Use Florida seed/stock only.

Jerusalem-Thorn 
(Perkingsonia aculeata)
Though short-lived, this small tree is drought, salt and overhead utility tolerant. Average performance in humid climates, but performance can be improved by planting on well-drained soils. Weeping habit and thorns preclude use as a street or sidewalk tree.

Southern Magnolia
(Magnolia grandiflora)
Southern magnolia is picky about soils, so performance in Sarasota is unpredictable. Cultivars Brackens Brown Beauty and Little Gem seem to perform well when given right environment. Give tree large mulch area and provide enough space so that low branches can remain on tree. Performs better in partial shade (morning sun). Leaf insects are a problem

Pond Apple
(Annona glabra)
An interesting native tropical tree with showy flowers and fruit. Needs a wet area to thrive and should be protected from cold.

Weeping Bottlebrush
(Callistemon viminalis
Tree should be used only in those areas with intensive maintenance program or as a specimen for an individual lawn. Use is somewhat limited by drooping habit and lack of wind resistance. Is prone to root rot on poorly drained soils and subject to many pest problems.