Official City Trees

Official City Trees In 2025, the City of Mount Dora proudly designated the Live Oak and the Eastern Redbud as its official City Trees. These species were selected for their beauty, resilience, and important role in supporting the character and environmental health of our community. The Live Oak is a defining feature of Central Florida's landscape, known for its strength, longevity, and expansive canopy that provides shade, reduces heat, and supports local wildlife. The Eastern Redbud, with its vibrant seasonal blooms, adds color and visual interest while contributing to biodiversity and pollinator support. Together, these trees represent Mount Dora's commitment to preserving its natural heritage while enhancing the urban forest for future generations. Learn More Explore additional information about each species through resources provided by the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS): Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST564 https://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/woody/irrigation-research.shtml https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/live-oaks/ Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis) https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST145 https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/redbud/ https://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/treesandpowerlines/cercis_canadensis.shtml