What is a good shade tree for this area?
Shade trees come in many sizes and shapes. Some are evergreen, others lose their leaves in the fall. Some small (20-30′) evergreen trees are: Loquat, Hollies, and Cherry Laurel. Small deciduous trees include Redbud, Flowering Dogwood, Crape Myrtle, and Chinese Elm. Large (40-60′) evergreen trees are: Eastern Red Cedar, Southern Magnolia, Loblolly Pine, Laurel & Live Oak and Camphor Tree. : What kind of fertilizer should I use for my oak tree? :Established trees do not need to be fertilized to maintain their health. Because their root systems grow into fertilized shrub beds and lawn areas, trees in a maintained landscape usually receive enough nitrogen fertilizer for moderate growth. In most instances, additional fertilizer is not necessary to maintain healthy trees. If micro-nutrient deficiencies occur, they can be treated with an application of minor elements. : Do I need to paint the pruning cuts on my tree to prevent insect and disease problems? : Wound dressings do not prevent wood
