ATLANTA’S TOP 7 TREES TO PLANT

Trees produce the oxygen we breathe, filter air pollution, lower ozone levels and support more than 80% of the world's terrestrial biodiversity. They also aid in the fight against global warming by removing carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from the atmosphere. It also aids in the recharge of ground water supplies, the prevention of chemical transport into streams, and the prevention of flooding.

Does Planting Trees Really Help Fight Climate Change?

Trees absorb and sink carbon that would otherwise contribute to global warming as they grow. Trees use sunlight energy to do photosynthesis, a process that uses carbon dioxide and water to create energy for their cells. Trees end up self-feeding with the carbon we badly need to keep from entering the atmosphere.

You should know when to plant a tree in the right place and at the right time.

Before planting any tree, get a sight survey, your soil conditions are suitable for the trees you intend to plant. Before deciding how close to any buildings to plant trees, consider their growth pattern. Check that the tree's growth will not interfere with a power line, falling branch will not cause a power outage.

THESE ARE THE BEST TREES TO PLANT IN ATLANTA

1.Princeton Elm

The Princeton elm has good resistance to Dutch elm disease (DED) and also to elm beetles. This large, fast-growing tree can withstand a variety of adverse site conditions. This tree has large leaves that provide shade in the summer and stunning yellow and gold colors in the autumn.

2. Southern Live Oak

Live oaks will provide shade for many years, you must have a large enough yard to allow them to spread. Consider one of the many cultivars, such as the high-rise oak, if you have a smaller yard. It will provide you with shade without taking up as much space.

3. River Birch

The river birch will litter your yard with tiny limbs and twigs all year this can help your yard amazing. It can grow up to 90 feet tall and has beautiful yellow leaves in the fall. Every summer, this tree produces small green cones.

4. Magnolia

The magnolia tree has been a symbol of the deep south from the beginning. There are over 200 magnolia species, but the native trees are the best for Atlanta. All have fragrant large blooms in white, pink, purple, red, or yellow.

5. White Dogwood

In the wild, these work best in areas with some shade; you'll often see dogwoods as understory trees shaded by tall pines. They thrive when planted alongside taller trees. That can be difficult given that the dogwood tree can grow to be up to 25 feet tall.

6. Apricot Trees

They thrive in climates where winters are cold enough to induce dormancy and summers are warm but not scorching. Choose a sunny spot with plenty of room for the tree to grow. Majority of apricots, including the Moorpark and yellow golden varieties, will thrive in Atlanta.

7. Crape Myrtle

This flowering beauty is a southern staple, producing stunning red, white, or pink blooms that never disappoint. Trees require full sun and will drop their elegant blooms all over your lawn at the end of the season. Drought tolerance is a feature of crape myrtles trees should be regularly planted to save the mankind and the animal

A tree is a symbol of hope for those who plant it, trees should be regularly planted to save mankind and the animal world. Planting and caring for trees are also a rewarding activity. We can get a lot of pleasure from planting and caring for trees. Most importantly planting more trees helps to maintain healthy soils and humidity levels around the world.