The fall and winter seasons are ideal times to plant landscape trees to beautify homes, businesses and parks and take advantage of benefits trees offer, such as shade, screening and freshened air. 

When choosing or planting a landscape tree,  think about the mature height of the tree and how much space it will need as it grows. Plant the right tree in the right location. It may be best to stay 50 feet or more from a swimming pool, septic tank, field lines, vegetable garden and flowerbeds. If there are any aboveground or belowground utilities in the area, it may be best to choose another location. If you plant trees in heavy shade, they will probably grow very slowly and might not grow as straight as you would like; however, early morning and late afternoon shade could be an advantage for species that have thin bark, such as maples.