Characteristics of
Good Trees
- Hardiness
- Tolerance of urban conditions: air pollution, vandalism, neglect, compacted soil,
- Disease and insect resistance
- Low maintenance
- Ability to grow in microclimate
- Non poisonous
- Flower color is suitable to surrounding buildings
- Limited litter problems
- Seasonal interest
- Long-lived ( oaks 200 years, crabapples and dogwoods 30 years)
- Mid-height, stature trees not overly tall
- Deep roots to prevent buckling sidewalks
- Branches with wide crotch angles to prevent splitting
- Open crowns to allow light to penetrate ornamentals beneath
Let your Crabapple Rep choose a good tree for your landscape!
