The trees you choose to landscape your home not only add beauty, they can help cut energy costs by providing shade in the summer and windbreaks from strong winds in the winter.
Trees clean the air, reduce noise, create privacy and can increase a property's value.
The right tree for your particular environment and the right spot to plant the tree in your yard are important considerations in order to get all these benefits from the trees. To ensure a tree's maximum life-span, consider what the tree needs in regard to your environmental factors. The first consideration is temperature because low temperatures, especially if they occur suddenly, can freeze and kill the living cells in trees. Elevation and which side of a hill where the tree will be planted also needs to be taken into consideration because these factors influence the temperature. The amount of moisture the tree needs will also help you determine which species will be suitable for your yard.