This tree species information was developed to better help citizens of Colorado Springs select the right tree for planting along streets and in yards.
Every tree has good characteristics as well as objectionable features.
Before selecting a tree, look at the location where it will be planted. Ideally, every tree should be planted in accord with some overall landscape plan. Trees and shrubs should be placed so that they may develop freely without crowding each other, the house, utility lines or other structures. Next, look at the site characteristics. History of Trees in Colorado Springs Colorado Springs has a rich heritage of tree planting, beginning with General William Jackson Palmer s extensive street tree planting in the late 1800 s.