Hi nerdenheimer -- There are a mix of conifers, maples, mosses, Japanese maples and rare miniature baobab-type trees. I'd encourage you to reach out to the designers behind this space, Living Green ( http://www.livinggreen.com). Thanks for your question and read more about the Decorator Showcase here: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/glamour-ahead-get-in-on-the-2013-san-francisco-decorator-showcase-stsetivw-vs~10467179?vm=thumbs