Just because you have limited space doesn't mean you can't have a majestic tree—consider one of these dwarf tree varieties. Ashley Cooper / Getty Images Whether you have a small yard or even ...

All weeping cherry trees stay under 25 feet tall, but dwarf varieties are even more compact—growing six feet high or less. USDA Zone: 5 to 8. Light: Full sun. Water: Moderate. Color Varieties ...

Dwarf weeping crabapples, like Louisa or Red Jade, add elegance and grace with their flowing branches. • Japanese maples (Acer palmatum) are outstanding in dappled shade yards.

Weeping cherries are one of the most-requested nursery trees, and one of the least understood. They also have a very high failure rate; after dogwoods they are our highest warranty cost item.

The standard trees can reach 100 feet at full maturity. If that is too much tree for you, select some of the smaller dwarf cultivars like "Little Gem" or "Brackens Brown Beauty" or "Alma." ...