What kind of trees can I grow that take the shortest time to mature?
I am wondering what kind of trees I could add to my garden that wouldn't take too long to grow.
I am wondering what kind of trees I could add to my garden that wouldn't take too long to grow.
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Landscaping and gardening professionals often advise against planting fast-growing trees because they tend to be short-lived.
Nevertheless, it is nice to have fast shade. I have had good luck with maple trees. They have a nice spreading canopy, and they come in a variety of types. I would recommend against the Bradford pear, which grows quickly and is commonly planted. This species flowers nicely, but the trees tend to grow in a spire-like fashion -- meaning they don't have much canopy. They are also brittle and drop limbs once they reach a decent height.
I recommend a Google search for "fast growing trees" for a complete list.