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Question 1 of 5

What is the most important thing you want in a tree?

Shade tree Large canopy to cool your home, yard, or street Fruit or nut tree Produces edible fruit or nuts Decorative or ornamental Beautiful flowers, bark, or fall color Evergreen Year-round greenery, windbreak, or privacy screen

Question 2 of 5

Where will your tree be planted?

Near a street, sidewalk, or driveway Salt-tolerant may be needed — canopy spread less than 25 feet wide

Yard away from roads Courtyard, patio, or fenced yard — 25 to 50 foot wide canopy

Open area or large landscape space More than 50 foot wide canopy

Question 3 of 5

How tall can your tree grow in the planting area?

For reference, a standard 2-story house is about 25 feet tall.

Under power lines or near buildings Smaller mature height needed — under 30 feet tall

Standard residential yard Moderate height space — 25 to 50 feet tall (1–2 stories)

Few overhead obstructions Room for taller growth — 50 to 70 feet tall (2–3 stories)

Large open space Suitable for very tall trees — 70 feet or taller (3+ stories)

Question 4 of 5

How much sun does your planting area get?

Full sun 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day Partial sun 3 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day Partial shade 3 to 6 hours of sunlight, protected from afternoon sun Full shade Less than 3 hours of direct sunlight

Question 5 of 5

How much care can you provide?

Low Plant it and let it grow Moderate Some seasonal watering, occasional pruning High Regular watering, pruning, fertilizing, and pest management

Consulting our county foresters…

Your recommended trees

If you are planting more than one tree, Hennepin County foresters recommend planting multiple species.

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