How Do You Landscape With Ornamental Trees?
Usually ornamental trees are described as small- to medium-size trees with colorful blooms, attractive foliage, eye-catching shapes or interesting types of fruit. Some trees are used in landscaping to play a vital role such as providing shade or used as a windbreak, but ornamental trees are primarily used for their beauty and for the express purpose of supplying enjoyment to the home gardener. Draw a simple diagram of your yard; put down on paper what you visualize in your mind to see if it works. Take note of the sunlight patterns in the different sections of your yard. Avoid the costly mistake of buying a beautiful crabapple tree and placing it in the shade; chances are it will never flower or fruit or be the ornamental tree you imagined. The number of hours of sunlight is an essential concern when choosing trees. Visit a nursery or do research on the Internet–before purchasing–to familiarize yourself with what type of trees are appealing to you and if they will thrive in your envi
