I am looking for a good street tree to plant in an area between a house and driveway. There is about 17 feet of space in this area. Homeowner removed a sugar maple that was growng in this spot because he was concerned about roots near the foundation. He also didn't want so much shade on that part of the house. I looked at some trees at a local nursery, and two that I am considering is a sourwood and a skyline locust. Obviously, the locust would grow much faster and larger, but the small leaves would let some dappled sunlight filter through. My concern with the locust is that I have read about some susceptibility to disease. Does anyone have any opinions about the skyline locust?
What about the sourwood? Looks like a nice tree from what I have read, but it seems to be very slow growing. Does anyone have any experience with the sourwood? Any problems with pests or disease?
I have ruled out most of the ornamental pears because they already have an aristocrat in the front yard and they want something different.
All opinions are appreciated.
What about the sourwood? Looks like a nice tree from what I have read, but it seems to be very slow growing. Does anyone have any experience with the sourwood? Any problems with pests or disease?
I have ruled out most of the ornamental pears because they already have an aristocrat in the front yard and they want something different.
All opinions are appreciated.