fast growing trees in ga - Knowledgebase Question

Cumming, GA (Zone 7B)
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Question by cbtalbott
September 21, 2005
Our new treeless north-facing old house on a corner lot had 3 bradford pears in the front yard at the corner in an


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Answer from NGA
September 21, 2005
Mary,

Empress tree is not a good long term option for that spot. I suggest crape myrtles. The 'Natchez' variety is a great choice. It gets large, has white blooms and beautiful cinnamon bark.

Most any tree is a problem around a root system. So you basically need to choose a shade tree you like and it should be fine as long as the septic system is not right next to it and is properly constructed. Lacebark elm is a good choice for a shade tree but there are many other great options including Shumard oak and white oak.

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