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Planting
a Tree
Tree Selection
There are many reasons for wanting a tree in your landscape. Here are some suggestions that will determine what kind of tree to purchase.
| 1. Do you want the tree in your landscape for shade purposes? | Using the tree to shade the lawn or house on the property site. |
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2. Do you want the tree for ornamental
purposes?
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Using the tree as a focal point in landscape beds or lawn areas. |
| 3. Do you want the tree for structural purpses? | Using the tree as a wind break or using it to screen for privacy. |
| 4. Do you want the tree for producing fruit? |
Using the tree to produce such
things as apples or cherries.
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Once you determine the reason for buying a tree you can figure out what kind of tree will best fit your situation. If you already have an idea of what type of tree you want you can use the OSU Plantfacts search below to help you find out if that tree will fit the needs of what you want.
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