What type of tree should I get for my yard???

alot depends on what you want the tree for? shade? wind break? color? evergreens, etc. And the second question is what part of the country you live in?

the second link below will help you determine what zone you live in.... some trees do better in different zones.

One of the fastest growing trees is the Pawlonia (or paulonia) tomentosa.. Sometimes sold as Saphire Dragon here. Has large velvety leaves, followed by long branching saphire blue flower spikes in spring. Tolerates temperatures well below freezing into the extreme heat. Drops leaves in winter, but they make a great mulch for the garden as they decompose quickly

Well since I'm from California I'd say palm trees. They're beautiful it's like haveing the tropical islands in your own back yard.

The long eco-friendly bean element makes it sound like the Indian bean tree from North united statesa. - Catalpa Bignoides. The leaves are coronary heart formed? in case you do a picture seek on Google and variety interior the above call you need to determine your tree.

dont get a fast growing tree-

their wood is softer and they have a tendency to split

also fast growing trees tend to make longer roots faster messing up the sewer system

with speed come problems ie root invasion ,shallow roots and often the tree has a shorter life ,but if you are not concerned about this then try and evergreen alder

Liquid Amber, Japanese Maple.

that would probably be an oak tree. it doesn't shed anything and they grow very rapid. and are great for shade trees.

willow or japanese cherry trees. i think they are called japanese cherries, but they don't grow cherries. when they grow pink flowers during the spring. they drop petals, though. oak trees are also recommended

Japanese Zelkova "Green Vase"...... wonderful tree.. no bad habits... just pretty and a joy to have in the yard.....here's mine at 11 yrs...

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