Trees for Sale in Sugar Land TX

Quality Trees for Sugar Land Landscapes

Sugar Land is one of the most desirable communities in the Greater Houston area, and its beautifully landscaped neighborhoods reflect the pride residents take in their properties. Bill Bownds Nursery, located at 2110 Cedar Lane, Katy, TX 77494 — just 20 minutes west of Sugar Land — has been the tree supplier of choice for Sugar Land homeowners, HOAs, and landscapers for decades. Our trees are grown locally in Fort Bend County clay, ensuring they are fully acclimated to Sugar Land's soil and climate before they ever reach your property.

From the established estates of Sweetwater to the newer homes in Telfair and Riverstone, Sugar Land properties benefit from mature tree canopies that provide shade, privacy, and significant property value. Studies consistently show that well-placed, healthy trees can add 10 to 15 percent to a home's value — an investment that grows every year.

Sugar Land Soil and Climate

Sugar Land's soil conditions are typical of Fort Bend County — predominantly heavy Beaumont clay with some variation near Oyster Creek and the Brazos River where alluvial deposits provide slightly better drainage. Here is what these conditions mean for tree planting:

• Clay dominance: Most Sugar Land properties have clay soil that drains slowly and cracks during drought
• Creek and bayou influence: Properties near Oyster Creek or drainage channels may have mixed soil with better percolation
• Master-planned community fill: Many newer subdivisions have imported fill soil over native clay, creating layered soil profiles
• Mature tree competition: Established neighborhoods have existing tree canopies that create partial shade conditions for new plantings

Sugar Land falls in USDA Zone 9a with the same subtropical climate as Houston and Katy — hot humid summers, mild winters with occasional freezes, and 48 to 52 inches of annual rainfall. The long growing season from March through November is ideal for establishing newly planted trees.

Best Trees for Sugar Land Properties

Live Oaks

Sugar Land's boulevard-lined streets and spacious lots are tailor-made for Live Oaks. These iconic Texas shade trees provide the widest canopy coverage of any species we grow, and their semi-evergreen habit means shade nearly year-round. Sugar Land HOAs frequently specify Live Oaks for common areas and entry features because of their reliability, longevity, and majestic form. We carry Live Oaks in every size from 15-gallon starters to 95-gallon mature specimens.

Eagleston Holly

Sugar Land's modern subdivision lots — typically 60 to 80 feet wide — often need privacy screening between homes. Eagleston Holly is the top choice for this application. Its dense, pyramidal form provides year-round screening without the wide footprint of a Live Oak. In Sugar Land, we frequently see rows of Eagleston Hollies planted along property lines, pool areas, and side yards where green coverage is needed in a relatively narrow space.

Southern Magnolias and Little Gem Magnolias

Sugar Land's upscale neighborhoods are home to some of the most beautiful Magnolia plantings in the Houston area. Standard Southern Magnolias work well on larger estate lots in First Colony and Sweetwater, while compact Little Gem Magnolias are ideal for the smaller lots in Telfair, Riverstone, and other newer communities. Both varieties offer glossy evergreen foliage, fragrant blooms, and elegant form that complement Sugar Land's polished aesthetic.

Crape Myrtles

Crape Myrtles are a Sugar Land staple, providing vibrant summer color along residential streets and commercial corridors. The City of Sugar Land itself has planted thousands of Crape Myrtles in medians and parks throughout the community. For homeowners, these fast-growing trees offer quick results and months of blooms in shades ranging from soft pink to deep red. They handle Sugar Land's clay soil and summer heat without complaint.

Shumard Red Oaks

For Sugar Land homeowners who want fall color, the Shumard Red Oak delivers vivid red and orange foliage in late November and December. These large deciduous shade trees grow 50 to 60 feet tall with a 40- to 50-foot canopy spread, making them excellent alternatives or companions to Live Oaks on properties where seasonal change is desired. They thrive in Fort Bend County clay.

Pecan Trees

Older Sugar Land properties often feature mature Pecan trees, and new plantings continue the tradition. Pecans are native to the Brazos River corridor that runs through Fort Bend County and are perfectly adapted to local soil conditions. A Pecan tree is both a shade investment and a food-producing asset that improves every year. We recommend improved cultivars like Desirable for homeowners who want high-quality nut production.

Driving Directions from Sugar Land to Bill Bownds Nursery

• From First Colony / Highway 6: Take Highway 6 north to I-10 West. Exit at FM 1463, head south to Cedar Lane. Approximately 20 minutes.
• From Telfair / FM 1093: Take FM 1093 (Westheimer Parkway) west directly to FM 1463. Turn right (north) to Cedar Lane. Approximately 15 minutes.
• From Riverstone / Highway 59: Take Highway 59 south to FM 1093 exit. Head west on FM 1093 to FM 1463 north.
• From Town Square / Downtown Sugar Land: Take Highway 59 north to I-10 West, or take University Boulevard to FM 1093 West.

Call (281) 277-2033 to schedule your visit and we will have a team member ready to walk you through our inventory.

Delivery and Installation in Sugar Land

Sugar Land is one of our primary delivery areas. We deliver to all Sugar Land neighborhoods including First Colony, Sweetwater, New Territory, Telfair, Riverstone, Commonwealth, Lakes of Austin Park, and surrounding communities. Our delivery crew is experienced with Sugar Land's subdivision streets, gate codes, and HOA requirements. Professional installation ensures every tree is planted correctly for Fort Bend County clay conditions. All installed trees include our one-year health guarantee.

Why Sugar Land Homeowners Choose Bill Bownds Nursery

• Proximity: Just 15 to 20 minutes from most Sugar Land neighborhoods
• Local expertise: 50+ years growing trees in Fort Bend County soil and climate
• Quality inventory: Container-grown trees with strong root systems ready for transplant
• Professional service: From selection guidance to delivery, installation, and aftercare
• Health guarantee: One-year guarantee on all professionally installed trees

Browse our complete tree inventory, read expert advice on our tree care blog, or call (281) 277-2033 to start planning your landscape.