203924 Keswick Rd.
Tillsonburg, ON, Canada
N4G 4G8
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Welcome to our farm

Little Otter Tree Farm is a family run business that serves Tillsonburg and area.

We specialize in woodlot services and take pride in the trees we grow and sell.

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Witch Hazel Hamamelis

Performs best in moist, well-drained soil high in organic matter, but can tolerate clay soil. Mulch to keep soil moist. Avoid dry…
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White Spruce (Picea glauca)

Best in full sun. Tolerant of clay soil but good drainage is a must. The shallow, spreading root system benefits from a…
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White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil in sun, although young trees tolerate light shade. ​Avoid planting in open, windy sites. Very cold…
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White Oak (Quercus alba )

Does not tolerate wet conditions, best planted in well-drained sites. Light Exposure: Full sun
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White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis)

Foliage tends to discolor in winter. This species is tolerant of shearing. Prefers consistent moisture but not wet soil. Keep mulched to…
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White Birch (Betula papyrifera)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun
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Tulip (Liriodendron)

Tuliptree prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils. Tolerant of more alkaline soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade
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Tamarak (Larix laricina)

Best in cool climates with adequate soil moisture. Dislikes heat and drought. Light Exposure: Full sun
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Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)

Plants grow best in moist, deep, rich well-drained soil in full sun. Does not tolerate shady sites. Soil pH adaptable, moderately salt…
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Swamp White Oak (Quercus bicolor)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun. Tolerant of salt, drought and heat.
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Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade, Full shade
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Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina)

Very adaptable to most growing conditions, from poor soils to drought conditions. Best in full sun and well-drained soil.
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Spicebush (Lindera benzoin)

Best in part shade but will tolerant full sun with adequate soil moisture. Prune after flowering. All parts of plant are highly…
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Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)

Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil, Wet soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade
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Silky Dogwood (Cornus amomum)

A Midwest native dogwood found in damp to wet sites. Best in full sun in moist areas. Tolerant of soil pH.
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Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)

Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade
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Serviceberry (Amelanchier)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade
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Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea)

For best flowering and winter color grow in full sun. Tolerant of shade conditions. Very adaptable to soil conditions, including wet soils.
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Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Prefers a well-drained, rich woodland site. Best in sandy, loam soil. Tolerant of air pollution and salt. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial…
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Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia)

Prefers moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. If planted in full sun, the shallow root system benefits with a layer of mulch to…
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Native Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

Red maple does not tolerate heavy pollution. Soil Preference: Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade
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Nannyberry (Viburnum lentago)

Very adaptable from full sun to shade, in dry sites to moist, wet sites. Flowers on old wood, prune after flowering to…
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Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus)

Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun
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Ironwood (Ostrya virginiana)

Full sun to partial shade, naturally occurs in dry woodland understory. Best in slightly acid soil that is moist, fertile and well-drained,…
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Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)

This tree does not tolerate heat, drought, or urban conditions. Shelter from strong winter winds to avoid winter burn. Soil Preference: Moist,…
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Hackberry (dwarf – Celtis tenuifolia)

Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral…
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Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis)

Full sun in well drained soil, pH tolerant A relatively low-maintenance tree
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Grey Dogwood (Cornus racemosa)

Grows in full sun in wet or dry sites but best in well-drained soil. Tolerant of heavy shade. An excellent plant for…
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Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida)

Tends to develop problems in heavy clay soil. Prefers acid soil and gets chlorotic symptoms (pale green leaves) in high pH soils.…
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Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Full sun to partial shade. Medium-to-wet loam/soil that will also tolerate acidic and heavy clay.
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Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana)

Foliage often changes color in winter. Tolerant of alkaline and acid soils. Best growth in full sun to part shade in well-drained,…
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Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)

Best in moist, neutral to acidic soil in full sun. Does not like hot, dry sites, prefers a cooler climate.
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Concolor Fir (Abies concolor)

Do not plant in heavy clay soil. Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil, Sandy soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade
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Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana)

Best in full sun to part shade. Tolerant of drought and dry to medium soil.
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Chinquapin Oak (Quercus muehlenbergii)

Soil Preference: Alkaline soil, Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun
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Cherry Birch (Betula lenta)

Sweet birch occurs in moist, well-drained woodland slopes. Best grown in full sun.
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Butternut (Juglans cinerea)

This species prefers rich, moist soils but can also tolerate drier sites. Produces a chemical, juglone, which is toxic to many plants.…
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Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa)

Full sun in well drained soil, but adaptable to many soils. Drought tolerant once established.
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Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)

Spruce grow best in full sun. Dense shade results in bare branches. Protect from drying winds. Adaptable to wide range of soil…
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Blue Beech (Carpinus caroliniana)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil, Wet soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade, Full shade
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Bladdernut (Staphylea trifolia)

Best used as an understory plant in moist, shady sites. Soil Preference: Alkaline soil, Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial…
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Black Spruce (Picea mariana)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil, Wet soil. Light Exposure: Full sun
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Black Oak (Quercus velutina)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Dry soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade
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Black Maple (Acer nigrum)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade, Full shade
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Black Gum (Nyssa sylvatica)

Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils high in organic matter. Best in full sun.
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Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)

Soil Preference: Acid soil, Alkaline soil, Moist, well-drained soil, Wet soil. Light Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun/shade, Full shade
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Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)

The tree grows best in a slightly acid to neutral pH soil. Avoid wet sites. Full sun, partial sun/shade
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Bitternut Hickory (Carya cordiformis)

Bitternut Hickory prefers deep, moist well-drained soils, but is often found in drier conditions. Full sun, partial sun/shade, full shade.
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Basswood (Tilia americana)

Best in moist, well-drained soils. Adaptable to alkaline soils. Full sun, Partial sun/shade.
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Balsam Fir (Abies balsamea)

Balsam fir is very cold hardy, but does not do well in hot, humid summers. It prefers an acid, well drained soil,…
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American Hazelnut (Corylus americana)

Full Sun to medium shade. They prefer a moist, well drained soil, but they tolerate clay soil well too. They also handle…
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Our Services

Aside from selling a large variety of trees, we offer other services that can assist you.

Timber Inventory and estate appraisal
Trees for special events
Improvement marking
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Timber marking
Tree felling
Tree pruning

What Customers Say

I have bought native trees and plants here the last few years and the service and quality have been excellent. Jeff has a selection that is usually hard to find and has good sized stock. I have ordered more for this year and will continue to do so. Try them, you won’t be disappointed. PLANT NATIVE!

Dieseldoug – Uxbridge, Ontario

Great selection of native species and very knowledgeable service. Healthy plants and excellent advice on planting and long term care. Highly recommended.

Sarah M – London, Ontario

Fantastic experience. The trees were in great condition and the staff took the time to explain what would work best on our property. Will definitely return.

Mark R – Kitchener, Ontario
“And there I marveled at the forest’s trees; my soul rooted to its deep verdant sea. I could no more leave it, than it could walk from me.”
Angie Weiland-Crosby

Contact Us

203924 Keswick Rd. RR#3
Tillsonburg, ON, Canada
N4G 4G8

Business hours can vary greatly so calling ahead to make an appointment is best!

Email: littleotter@execulink.com

Telephone: (519) 688-4771

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