Shade trees for small yards: Re: Re: Re: Replacements for big leaf maples?

» Kirk_Johnson - Re: Re: Re: Replacements for big leaf maples?

In response to message posted by pfleeg:

I really like the idea of replacing the chain link fence with a split rail fence. Once you do that, you will probably just need some decidious trees for shade and possibly to frame your view of the river.

With the cost of plants, a split rail fence might not be any more expensive than buying a lot of plants and it will have an immediate impact. Most woody plants need a decade or more of growth to really give their desired effect - at least when correctly spaced to allow for their size at maturity.

I have never heard of a monstrous vine maple. That must have been another kind of maple - possibly with leaves similar to those of vine maples.

-- posted by Kirk_Johnson