Natty Dread wrote:
There is a space in my yard right off the patio that might be good for a
small tree, but I'm not sure what to plant there.
The area gets full sun all day and has clay soil which would be
time-consuming and expensive to improve significantly. Would any small tree
grow in these conditions? Any ideas welcome.

Rhonda
Richmond, VA
USDA Zone 7

Paperbark Maple, Chinese Fringe tree, Serviceberry, Rose of Sharon
Inkberry, Swiss Stone Pine and (maybe the best) Princess Kay Plum.