Trees for Sale in Richmond TX

Fort Bend County's Trusted Tree Nursery

Richmond is one of the oldest communities in Fort Bend County, and Bill Bownds Nursery has been serving Richmond homeowners, ranchers, and property managers for over 50 years from our location at 2110 Cedar Lane, Katy, TX 77494 — just 15 minutes north of downtown Richmond. We grow our trees in the same Fort Bend County clay soil found throughout Richmond, Rosenberg, and the surrounding area, so every tree you buy from us is already adapted to your local conditions.

Richmond's landscape ranges from established neighborhoods with large lots to new master-planned communities, ranch properties, and commercial developments along Highway 59 and FM 762. Whether you are planting a single shade tree in your front yard or lining a long ranch drive with Live Oaks, Bill Bownds Nursery has the species, sizes, and expertise to make your project successful.

Richmond TX Soil and Growing Conditions

Richmond sits squarely on Fort Bend County's heavy Beaumont clay formation. This soil is deeply fertile but presents specific planting challenges that our nursery team understands well:

• Heavy clay composition: The soil holds moisture for extended periods and drains slowly
• Brazos River influence: Properties near the Brazos River may have alluvial deposits with better drainage
• Shrink-swell behavior: Extreme soil movement between wet and dry periods can stress shallow-rooted trees
• High water table: Parts of Richmond have seasonal high water tables that favor deep-rooted species

Richmond shares Katy and Houston's USDA Zone 9a classification, with hot summers exceeding 95 degrees, mild winters with occasional freezes, and a nine-month growing season that gives trees ample time to establish each year. Annual rainfall averages 48 to 52 inches, with the heaviest events in spring and early fall.

Best Trees for Richmond TX Properties

Live Oaks

Live Oaks are the signature tree of Fort Bend County. Richmond's large lot sizes and rural properties provide the space these spreading shade trees need to reach their full potential. A row of Live Oaks along a ranch entry or neighborhood street is a defining feature of the Richmond landscape. They are drought-tolerant, wind-resistant, and perfectly suited to our heavy clay.

Pecan Trees

Richmond has a long history with Pecan trees. Native Pecans grow along the Brazos River bottomlands, and improved cultivars thrive throughout the area. If you have the space, a Pecan tree provides both shade and an annual nut harvest. Richmond's deep clay soil and high water table actually benefit Pecan trees, which send taproots deep into the ground. We carry both native seedlings and named cultivars like Desirable and Pawnee.

Eagleston Holly

Richmond's newer neighborhoods — Harvest Green, Riverstone, and Long Meadow Farms — often feature smaller lots where privacy screening is essential. Eagleston Holly provides dense, year-round evergreen coverage without taking up the space of a Live Oak. It handles full sun to partial shade and grows well in Richmond's clay soil.

Southern Magnolias

Both standard Southern Magnolias and compact Little Gem Magnolias perform well in Richmond. The standard variety is ideal for larger properties where its 60- to 80-foot mature height has room to spread. Little Gem fits smaller lots and provides the same glossy foliage and fragrant white flowers in a 20- to 25-foot package.

Red Oaks and White Oaks

Shumard Red Oaks and Bur Oaks both perform exceptionally well in Richmond. Shumard Red Oaks provide stunning fall color — a rarity in Southeast Texas landscapes — while Bur Oaks offer massive canopy spread and extreme drought tolerance. Both species are native to the region and thrive in Fort Bend County clay.

Crape Myrtles

Crape Myrtles add vibrant summer color to Richmond landscapes from June through September. They are heat-loving, drought-tolerant once established, and available in sizes from compact accent trees to 30-foot specimens. Popular for both residential yards and commercial streetscapes throughout Richmond and Rosenberg.

Driving Directions from Richmond to Bill Bownds Nursery

• From Downtown Richmond: Head north on FM 762 to FM 1093 (Westheimer Parkway). Turn right (east) on FM 1093 to FM 1463. Turn left (north) to Cedar Lane. Approximately 15 minutes.
• From Rosenberg: Take Highway 59 north to FM 1093 exit. Head west on FM 1093 to FM 1463 north to Cedar Lane.
• From Harvest Green / Riverstone: Take FM 762 north or FM 1093 east to FM 1463 north.

Call (281) 277-2033 to schedule your visit.

Delivery and Installation in Richmond

Richmond is one of our closest delivery areas. Our trucks make regular runs to Richmond, Rosenberg, Harvest Green, Riverstone, Long Meadow Farms, Pecan Grove, and all surrounding communities. Delivery fees to Richmond are among our lowest. Our installation crew is thoroughly familiar with Fort Bend County clay and plants every tree at the correct depth to ensure long-term success. All installed trees include our one-year health guarantee.

Why Richmond Residents Choose Bill Bownds Nursery

• Neighborhood: Just 15 minutes north — we are practically your neighborhood nursery
• Same soil: Our trees grow in the same Fort Bend County clay your property has
• 50+ years: Growing and selling trees in this area since 1973
• Full range: Every major species in sizes from 15-gallon to 95-gallon
• Complete service: Selection, delivery, installation, and ongoing care advice

Browse our tree inventory, read our planting guides, or call (281) 277-2033 to get started.