Help with choosing a tree (growing, magnolia, trees, yard)
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Ok, I think I've narrowed it down to either a Musclewood (first choice) or Ironwood tree. I don't want a whopping 50-60 foot specimen since my back garden isn't huge. We live in Wisconsin and I know the Maple tree is very popular here but everyone has them and I'm not too concerned about the shade issue, plus they get huge.
Any ideas on a great tree for this area or comments on my possible choice above would be greatly appreciated.
American Hornbeam (Musclewood) is a nice little tree if you have patience, they do grow fairly slow. By Ironwood, I'm assuming you are referring to the Hophornbeam (Ostrya)? The two trees are fairly similar in appearance but my preference would be the Musclewood if you have full sun. You may have a hard time finding either one of them unless you have some very good nurseries nearby. A redbud would be another option.
Well, I changed my mind and think I am going with the Linden tree. Since they don't get too big (30 feet or so) I actually might be able to get three planted!
Does anyone have Linden trees or any advice on them?
Well, I changed my mind and think I am going with the Linden tree. Since they don't get too big (30 feet or so) I actually might be able to get three planted!
Does anyone have Linden trees or any advice on them?
The larger leafed Linden is native here. I transplanted one into our yard. It is fairly fast growing; has lovely heart-shaped leaves; blooms in the summer; and the honey bees love them. They make delicious honey from the nectar. They are handsome trees.
One thing to note when shopping for plants at a nursery, the height and width information on the tag is usually a ten year estimate and does not include the years it has been growing already. For example, if you are looking at a tree that has already been growing for 3-4 years in a pot or the ground at a grower, the height/width info will be how big that plant is in 6-7 years. In general, people are more likely to buy plants that they think will stay small and manageable, so the tags tend to be biased that way.
This is a general statement to which there are, of course, exceptions. And growth of the same plant can vary widely from region to region and even somewhat from yard to yard.
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