Sketch up a lot plan showing all buildings, utilities and existing plants. Avoid utility conflicts. Get a list of recommended trees and shrubs from one of the offices listed at the end of this fact sheet. To save energy, plant shade trees just west or east of your home and avoid south facing windows. If room allows, consider an evergreen windbreak to the west and north.
Trees are a lifetime investment.
Shop around and buy quality plants from a reputable nursery. Planting Wait to replant until after major house and utility repairs are complete and stumps removed. Plant trees at the right depth. Planting too deep is a major cause of tree decline and death. Prune only dead, broken or rubbing branches.