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How to Choose the Right Trees for Your Yard? When buying a home, you usually look at the entire scene. In other words, you don’t just see the home. You also notice the details like… the curb appeal, hardware, fixtures and the landscaping. The landscaping alone can add value to a home. And it also compliments the essence of the homes. However, it is important to know the features and characteristics of the plants prior to planting them in your yard or close to your house.
Why Plant a Tree on Your Property
Trees are beneficial for everyone. They provide animals and people with oxygen. They also provide food. They shade your home from the hot sun during the summer by keeping it cool. This reduces the energy bill because you won’t have to amp it up in efforts of keeping your home cool. They also block harsh winter winds and reduce flood risks.
What to Look for When Choosing a Tree
Function. What exactly do you want it to do? Look beautiful, provide shade, provide fruit and flowers, or attract wildlife. It is important to know these things before purchasing to avoid surprise that you do not want.
Maintenance. Some trees require a lot of attention. And some are very low maintenance. Decide if you are going to have the time to care for them. Because it can be quite costly and time consuming.
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Features. Features are very important because you need to know what to expect. You do not want to be blind-sided. Does the tree attract pests? Does it shed a lot of leaves? How does the root system grow? This is very important because the roots can grow wide and broad causing infrastructure damage. Or the roots can grow straight down and deep. How tall does it get? Knowing this will determine the best location to plant it because it could grow so tall that it could damage power lines.
Tolerance. Know what trees are native to your area. Buying non-native plants may be invasive and cause an imbalance in the environment. Also, the plant may not thrive because of the climate. First, find out what zone you are in by going to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and using their plant tool. Then, find the plant that you want to plant to see if it can grow in your zone.
