Some suggestions for fast growing trees to enhance your landscape.
Sweet Bay Magnolia: Lemon-scented flowers, dark green leaves and it’s evergreen nature makes this is good specimen plant. It is more tolerant of shade and grows 10 to 20 feet in the north.
Crape Myrtle: White, pink, purple or deep red blooms with outstanding fall color and beauty. Crape Myrtle reaches upwards to 25 feet.
Red Maple: Growing 40 to 60 feet, this native tree’s red flower buds and blooms add color to the early spring landscape. The leaves turn brillant red in the fall.
River Birch: The exfoliating bark reveals shades of while, salmon, and brown making this a standout in the landscape. This 40 to 70 foot beauty tolerates both wet and dry soil.
Plant these fast growing trees for beauty, shade and wildlife benefits. You’ll be rewarded with good looks and quick results.