Life in the fast lane? Taking it slow? There’s a tree for you!
Trees are wonderful – they provide shade, beauty, and they actually convert CO2 into Oxygen for us to breathe. However, determining which trees to plant in your yard can be more difficult than admiring them from afar. There are so many factors to take into account to ensure you’ve got the right tree in the right environment for healthy growth. One of the factors you’ll want to take into account is how fast the tree will grow. While it may seem obvious that you want a tree to grow fast, it’s not that simple. Fast-growing trees have powerful roots that expand fast, looking for new sources of water. On the other hand, a slow-growing tree may not grow large enough for you to enjoy it in your lifetime. Read on for more about fast trees, slow trees and how you can choose the right ones for your yard.
Fast Growing Trees
Fast-growing trees provide a few benefits to homeowners. First, you’ll be able to enjoy the beauty and shade of the tree much sooner than a slower tree. Additionally, your landscaping appeal and home value will experience the benefits of the tree or trees that much sooner, allowing you to change your landscape much quicker. Here are some of the fast-growing trees being planted today:
- Hybrid Poplar
- Weeping Willow
- Quaking Aspen
- Red Maple
- Arborvitae
- River Birch
- Cypress
- Birch Oak
Slow Growing Trees
A slow-growing tree could be optimal for those that are transplanting the tree from a mature state, allowing them to enjoy the tree at a later stage in life. The following tend to be slower-growing trees. However, it’s important to note that any tree given the best environment could grow at an accelerated rate.
- Pine
- Cedar
- Coniferous Trees
How To Choose
If you’re looking to plant some trees, it’s important to contact a qualified arborist that can help you decide what type of tree is best based on the size of your yard, your landscaping setup, your climate zone, and more.
Total Tree Care
For total tree care in your yard, turn to the trained professionals at Merritt’s Tree Service, serving the entire Metro-East area with tree removal, total tree care, and certified arborists that will help your timbers achieve maximum growth!