Climate change is exacerbating the need for urban greening and the associated environmental and human well-being benefits. Trees can help mitigate urban heat, but more detailed understanding of cooling effects of green infrastructure are needed to guide management decisions and deploy trees as effective...
Sometimes, this depends on your hardiness zone or soil environment, so consult with local horticulturists about what your new tree may need. Once everything is set, you’ll quickly realize that most privacy trees are relatively low maintenance. You can sit back and relax as you watch your la...
Japanese laceleaf maple (Acer palmatum ‘Seiryu’) is a notable red-leafed tree for a smaller spot in your garden. The trees, hardy in zones 5a to 9b, grow 10 to 12 feet tall and have a 9 to 15 foot spread. Their weeping shape and lacy leaves make them a striking ...
(Bowditch et al.2020; see also Chaps.3and2of this book: del Río et al.2021; Weatherall et al.2021, respectively). Within a particular management framework, one begins by choosing which forest processes are relevant for the criteria of “climate smartness.” Forestry has traditionally ...
but this tree grows very well in Florida’s climate. North of Zone 9b, you’ll need to give this one some extra winter protection. A thick layer of mulch should do it, and cover the top in a freeze. Plant in full sun for the best production. In partial sun, Hass will grow, but...
Tulip Tree’s native range spreads from Massachusetts to Wisconsin and south to Florida and Mississippi. Notably, this is the state tree for Indiana, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Found in USDA zones 4 to 9, this yellow-flowering tree makes an excellent shade tree, particularly in large landscapes....
This palm species is well-suited for USDA Zones 9b (25 to 30°F) to 11 (above 40°F). Growing it outside of Zone 9b may pose challenges and necessitate cold protection measures. If you don’t mind full defoliation during the winter months, it might still be a viable option. ...
While many palms are known for their love of warm weather, there are some hardy ones that can tough it out in chilly conditions, enduring temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit, making them suitable for Zone 8. And then, there are the true warriors of the cold, often dubbe...
. It takes into account climate, as well as minimum and maximum temperatures in a given region. We have separated the states geographically according to hardiness zones, and general temperatures. For reference and clarity, you can also search on your own for your specific state hardiness zone....
Guava trees grow best in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 to 11, although they must be protected in USDA zone 9 to survive the winter. Guavas are classified as a noxious weed in warm climate areas such as Hawaii, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and southern Florida, wher...