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The history of gardening contains many examples of exotic non-native trees transplanted to North America.

In the early nineteenth century, varieties of the flowering tree Wisteria were imported from China and Japan to enhance gardens in the American South. The invasive Wisteria has become common enough to create a problem in some areas of the country.

Ornamental citrus trees, such as the Meyer lemon tree, were imported to the conservatories of homes of wealthy Americans around 1900. Some were placed in the botanical gardens of major cities for the public to enjoy.

The transplantation of trees continued into the twentieth century. At the end of the World War II, the Japanese Emperor gave the famous flowering cherry trees to the people of Washington D.C. The legacy of these gift trees can be seen throughout America and Canada in many botanical gardens.

The industrialist Milton Hershey transplanted non-native plants and trees to his Arboretum in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The European Beech and the Katsura are examples of non-native trees that can be seen at the Hershey Gardens.

Whether invasive or not, non-native trees are a treat to see. Take advantage of these exotic wonders by visiting a botanical garden in your area.