Hi Corrina:
The maples are lush, dense and full of color at that time of year. Here's some other thoughts on the type of fir tree.
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Juniper/Cedar Trees
# The eastern red cedar (Juniperus virginiana) is arguably the best-suited evergreen tree for growth in Kansas. In fact, the eastern red cedar is the only evergreen tree that is native to the state, according to the Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita. This tree is a source of winter color as well as shelter for birds and small mammals. It prefers full sun and, although it is slightly drought tolerant, moist soil. The Rocky Mountain juniper (Juniperus scopulorum) is a variety of evergreen that grows well in the western parts of Kansas.
Pine Trees
# Pine trees is a favorite evergreen in Kansas for several reasons. First, the Kansas Forest Service states in "Best Evergreens for Windbreaks,"that many farmers favor pines because they do not spread in pastures like the eastern red cedar. Secondly, several varieties of pines are available, which allows landscapers to choose the characteristics that best meet their needs. The ponderosa pine (Pinus ponderosa) is tolerant to drought and high salinity, making it a perfect match for that hard-to-plant Kansas soil. Plant the ponderosa pine in an area of low humidity to avoid disease and insect problems. The Austrian pine (Pinus nigra) is a fast-growing pine that is also drought tolerant. It can be planted anywhere that large amounts of water do not pool. The KFS also suggests that the eastern white pine (Pinus strobus) may be planted as well. However, they note that this variety of pine is not as tolerant as the others are and it may require a more specific planting environment to survive.
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