"Scott Fiore" wrote in message
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Hi,
I live in a Sunset zone 12 (Intermediate Desert) and am looking to
plant some fast growing shade trees. Does anyone have any
suggestions? Thanks!
-Scott Fiore

Have a look at genus Eucalyptus. There are over 500 species of all sizes
suited to all kinds of condtions including very hot and fairly dry. Some are
very fast growing. If you select the right kind for the climate and soil they
can be very durable. Depending on where you are there may or may not be much
choice available for sale. I seem to recall there are some specialist vendors
in the USA.

David