If you're looking to avoid tree fights with neighbors, plant a tree they're likely to love. One of my favorites is the plain old dogwood (Cornus florida) … one of the lovliest trees in mid spring. And if you're lucky, you can't beat the form, either.
Three experts were interviewed recently by the New York Times for their favorites … among them:
Japanese snowbell (Styrax japonicus)
White Oak (Quercus alba) — one of my faves, too.
Crabapple (Malus 'Sugar Tyme')
Paperbark Maple (Acer griseum)
Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)
Texas persimmon (Diospyros texana)
All of the trees have great characteristics .. you can read the entire article (and see photos of the trees) here.
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