Great trees for city and suburbs
The right tree in the right place
The tree(s) should to be native to North America and do well in multiple growing zones. They should also be planted for specific purposes, such as protecting the house from wind or sun, to beautify your yard, to hide a utility or to add shade for the yard.
• Urban trees reduce water pollution by capturing street runoff from storms
• Trees save on energy costs by acting as shade from the sun and as a shield from the wind
• Street trees help clean the air and can reduce incidences of childhood asthma
Information Links:
NC State University - Recommended Trees for Urban Landscapes
Cornell University - Recommended Urban Trees
