In school, children learn that planting a tree can help planet Earth. Planting a tree also can help the environment in your own backyard or community.
Trees provide a multitude of benefits.
They can reduce your heating and cooling costs, help clean the air, add beauty and color, provide shelter from the wind and sun, and be home to many different types of wildlife. Here are some tips to help you decide. One of the first steps is to decide what you want the tree to do for you. Consider how the tree you purchase will fit into your overall landscape. Then, look closely at the area where you will put the tree.