Trees act as the walls to your garden. Trees serve to alter the view,
visually deleting undesirable elements or framing desirable ones.
Trees also offer defense against wind; by breaking the full force.
Protection from sun is equally important. A tree can help reduce heat
buildup inside a home from afternoon sun, resulting in lower
air-conditioning bills.
Many trees offer showy or fragrant flowers; foliage of intriguing form
and texture; and brilliant or subtle fall coloration. Some trees make a
winter show of handsome bark or striking branch structure.
Selecting a shade tree should be done with care. Remember that trees
grow at different rates, and make sure it won’t outgrow its intended space
or invade its surrounding with a greedy, competitive root system. Decide
if full shade, filtered shade or dappled shade is required.
