The Citizen, 2009-05-07, Page 22(MS) - Whether doing it to be
more environmentally conscious or
to make your home’s landscape
more aesthetically appealing,
planting a tree or trees around your
property can be a great way to spend
some time outdoors while making a
positive impact on your
surroundings.
But before heading to your local
nursery or out to the yard with your
shovel, there are some things to
consider when it comes to planting
trees around your property.
· What type of tree? Do you want
to plant an evergreen or a deciduous
tree? Each tree comes with its own
benefits.
Evergreens can be very functional
for those who live in areas with
particularly harsh winters, as
evergreens remain thick in the
winter, making them a good choice
for homeowners who want their
trees to function as barriers from
wind or noise.
Deciduous trees provide
functionality as well, but on the
opposite end of the spectrum.
Deciduous trees can provide shade
in the summertime and allow
sunlight to come through in the
wintertime once they’ve shed their
leaves.
For homeowners with young
children who love to play in the
yard, deciduous trees can protect
kids from getting too hot in the
warmer months and too cold during
winter.
· Where to plant your new tree?
Where to plant your tree should be
of the utmost importance. This
involves knowing what the tree will
look like down the road. You won’t
want to plant a tree that will get very
big too close to your home, as a
storm or other inclement weather
could result in the tree potentially
damaging the house.
Even if that does not happen, you
want to avoid having the tree
removed when it reaches maturity. If
you feel it’s gotten too big and you
do want it removed to avoid an
accident, this can be a costly
expense.
Another thing to consider is
property lines. If the tree crosses the
From the ground up
Trees are a great way to enhance your property and make
a positive impact on the environment. (MS photo)
Each tree brings its own benefits to property
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