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trees for the backyard
On Tue, 28 Aug 2007 09:18:24 -0700, Court wrote:
need something faster and taller). I'd like something that grows fast Fast growing trees are typically quite weak-wooded and short lived... so you might want to consider the "so now I have to take it out" factor in your decisions. You might want to grow something fast now, as well as something that grows more slowly -- then take out the fast growing tree as soon as the others have a bit of growth. You've also got city forestry laws to keep in mind... I think there are penalties in San Jose for cutting trees 24" diameter without permits. You're in USDA zone 9, which means the coolest temperature you see in 10 years, on average, is not below 20o, probably Sunset zone 15. Do you have a copy of the Sunset Western Gardens book? Revisiting your idea of an evergreen tree... is this because you want a green crown all year, or do you just not want to rake leaves? Some of the leguminous trees -- mimosa for one example -- have such fine leaflets that when they fall, they virtually disappear. Where and how high are any power or phone lines? How big a canopy spread can your yard accomodate? What easements are on your property? Kay |
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