Trees add natural beauty and character to your yard. By adding a few to your outdoor space, you can easily enhance your home’s curb appeal and enjoy watching them thrive over the years. As with basic lawn care, however, you must follow some essential steps to ensure that your new trees grow strong and healthy. Here’s what you should know.

Selecting Trees

Consider their ultimate purpose. Do you prefer something decorative, or are you hoping to add more shade to your home to reduce your energy costs? Are you interested in something to cut heavy winds or increase your home’s privacy? How much time can you commit to regular lawn care and maintenance?

Examine the growth properties of the trees in question so that you can determine how they’ll eventually settle on your landscape and what you can expect through the years.

Native Species

Take into account the condition of your soil and the potential location for the tree. Exposure to sunlight is key, and healthy ground quality is a must. In most cases, it’s smart to plant a native tree that’s acclimated to area weather patterns and is most likely to grow successfully.

Among the most popular in Missouri is the red cedar tree, which handles different soil types well and is available in different sizes. The red maple is another favorite for homeowners who prefer a splash of color. A compact fringe tree is a nice choice if your space is limited; it produces vibrant colors throughout the year. The trident maple is a shade-producing choice ideal for backyards.

Helping Trees Thrive

The more basic lawn care steps that you perform when your trees are young, the higher chance they stand of growing productively and healthily. Begin with regular deep-watering sessions, and ensure that the soil is consistently moist. Lock in the moisture with a generous mulch layer, and keep a close watch on the structures for any signs of potential health problems, such as discoloration or peeling bark. Also, have a landscaping professional assess their growth and condition periodically to ensure they’re on the right track.

Serving homeowners throughout St. Louis and St. Charles counties, MO, the team at A Kick in the Grass Lawn Service is proud to offer comprehensive lawn care services year-round. The landscape contractors can assist with everything from leaf removal to mulching. They even build retaining walls to lend your outdoor space a fresh look. Visit them online to find out more, or call (314) 471-6186 to schedule a free estimate.