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interests in a landscape.
Trees that have thorns or prickly leaves may cause problems when pruning or may reduce unwanted traffic Flowers add fragrance to the landscape, but do cause allergies.
Fruits can cause maintenance problems if planted near a sidewalk, driveway, or patio. Many fruitless varieties of trees are now available. Disease resistance
There are only a few trees that are essentially pest-free Trees are being bred for disease and insect resistance. For example, there are now flowering crabapple trees that are resistant to most apple diseases.
Selecting trees that are less susceptible to pests will reduce unwanted pesticide sprays.
Taking all of these factors into consideration will help you select the right tree for the right place. Local Extension agents, certified arborists, and knowledgeable nursery staff can help you select the best tree for a given site.
James Wood is an ISA-certified arborist who can be reached at Bartlett Tree Experts (540) 675-9981 or via e-mail at jwood@bartlett.com.
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