Three Small Trees to Plant in Your Lawn in Concord, NC

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In the past couple of decades, the size of the yards in houses is decreasing. This has resulted in lesser space for the homeowners to grow trees in their gardens. Larger trees may not be convenient for you to plant in your home, but there are several smaller tree options that you can avail to have a beautiful landscape. Here are some small trees that can make an amazing contribution to the aesthetics of your home and are easy to grow and care for.

Blue Surprise Port Orford Cedar
With silvery-blue foliage and narrow growth habit, this evergreen tree has dense branches. You can grow it in your garden as a low-shrub border. It has a slow growth rate so you don't have to worry about trimming it frequently to avoid taking up excessive space. It can tolerate full sun and can be grown in 6 to 9 USDA hardiness zones.

Thundercloud Purple Leaf Plum
Also known as cherry plum, this is a small tree that produces charming pink flowers in spring just like a cherry tree. It has deep purple foliage and looks like a looming storm. It has to be planted in full sun for best growth. The tree attracts birds and butterflies and can grow up to 20 feet.

Japanese Maple
Having a blackish-red bark, the Japanese maple is widely common among cultivators who're looking for tree options for smaller yards. You can plant in the accent entries or around your living space to have a stunning look. The tree requires partial to full sun and can be grown in 5 to 8 USDA hardiness zones.

There are a lot more options available for growing small trees in city front yards. For more details and information about growing and landscaping trees, contact Barrios Tree Service. You can also find us online by searching “tree companies near me in Concord, NC.”

 

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