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Tree and Shrub Landscaping Basics
Let’s start planning our landscape by taking a closer look at the roles trees and shrubs play in our yards. After all, these foundation plantings are the heart of every home landscape.
Perhaps the most important thing to remember is the eventual size that a tree or shrub will be when it matures—its height and width.
Other things worth considering are how your plantings will relate to fence lines, your garage or house, the driveway, the street, and sidewalks or patios. Homeowner association CC&Rs and city ordinances also may affect your landscaping plans.
Next, choose from deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs, then allow for choices of spring and autumn color effects and flower form and color; trees and shrubs also have unique textures and shapes. Pick species that are well adapted for your site’s special needs, including either wet or dry locations. Decide whether the planting will be purely decorative or serves other purposes like acting as a noise or wind-sheltering barrier.
Depending on your answers will decide which tools and materials you’ll need.
Let us help you by showing you a path through these all-important planning and choices options.
Trees and Shrubs Serve Many Purposes
Whether you value trees and shrubs for their beautiful blooms of flowers, their towering form, for their striking foliage, or because you’ll use them to serve practical needs such as creating privacy or sheltering your home from wind, you’ll find inspiration in this section of GrownByYou’s website.
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Continue your tour of tree and shrub uses by following these useful links: