Before planting new trees, determine both your needs and the existing conditions of your site. Remember that many trees grow quickly and continue to grow for many years. Once a tree is planted and begins to establish itself, it won’t be easy to transplant so be sure to work from a garden plan.
Archive for the ‘trees’ Category
Planting And Selecting Trees
On December - 23 - 2009
Fast Growing Trees
On December - 10 - 2009
Aristocrat Flowering Pear (Pyrus calleryana ‘Aristocrat’) is a beautiful tree which produces clusters of white flowers in early spring. The flowers are followed by glossy green, disease resistant leaves. In fall the foliage turns to tones of red and purple. Aristocrat Flowering Pear trees have a more dominant trunk and open form that helps this tree to be less susceptible to wind damage. Ideal for prominent areas of the garden.
Selecting The Right Tree For Your Garden
On December - 8 - 2009
Selecting the appropriate for your garden depends on your specific needs, the environmental conditions and size of your site and your own personal taste. Tree have specific sun and soil requirements which can influence its health. The amount of space you have will also inform your tree selection. Some trees, such as the white oak, are huge and will require lots of space while others such as river birch, grow tall and narrow and can fit into smaller gardens.
More Native Deciduous Trees
On December - 7 - 2009
There are numerous native trees which are both beautiful and easy to care for. The following list describes 9 native deciduous trees which provide gardeners with low maintenance and attractive additions to the landscape.
Trees For Large Open Spaces: Part 2
On December - 6 - 2009
Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovate) has a unique, shaggy bark which gives this species its name. Its jagged overall structure and thick twigs give this tree a striking appearance in winter. This deciduous shade tree has deep green leaves in summer and a yellow fall color. It is a slow-growing long-lived tree. The wood also makes excellent firewood, and often is used in smoking meat. As with other edible nuts, squirrels compete with humans for this fruit. It grows well in both wet and dry areas, but prefers well-drained soils.
Tree Planting Tips
On December - 3 - 2009
Proper tree selection and proper planting techniques are essential to the success of newly planted trees. In spring, searching for new trees can be fun, yet with so many options, it can be difficult to choose. Studying your garden’s conditions (soil, sun/shade, wind exposure) will help narrow your options.
Christmas Tree Tips
On December - 2 - 2009
Before you go tree shopping measure both the width and height of the space in which you want to place your tree. You’ll want to choose a tree that is at least one foot shorter than the ceiling height. Also, measure your tree stand to determine the maximum diameter of the tree trunk you can use in it.
Trees For Creating Dappled Shade
On December - 2 - 2009
Sometimes a garden design calls not for sun or shade but for dappled shade. Trees which create dappled shade allow some sun to reach the ground. Its ideal for sitting area or for lawns since beneath these trees grass can grow. The following is a list of trees which will create dappled shade.
Small Trees: Part 2
On December - 1 - 2009
Small trees are great additions to just about any landscape. For gardens with limited space they’re essential. In any garden, small trees can often beautiful specimen plants.
Trees for Large Open Spaces
On November - 29 - 2009
Green Mountain Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum “Green Mountain“) is a very wnderful deciduous tree with leathery leaves. This showy tree is upright and oval in shape. It has strong limbs and gorgeous fall color. The Green Mountain is ideal for wide tree lawns and for providing shape. Sugar Maple is among the most shade tolerant of large deciduous trees. Like other maples, its shade allows it to germinate and thrive beneath a dense canopy.
