The best trees to plant in Airdrie depend on the space you have to work with and the type you want. The City of Airdrie recommends the following. Small, accent trees: Amur Maple Snowbird Hawthorne Ohio Buckeye Columnar Mountain Ash Dry sites: Russian Olive Lodgepole Pine Colorado Spruce Wet sites: Willow Paper Birch Fountain Birch Larch High-headed canopy trees: Silver Maple Green Ash Dropmore Linden Bur Oak Brandon Elm As long as you choose a tree with healthy roots, no visible injuries, and a strong structure, you can plant it safely on your property. Make sure to acquire any permits necessary before you pay for a tree.