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Azgram01

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07/09/2007 3:12 PM	Alert
What type of trees are good in this area? Want something that will not grow more than 20 ft that will not spread too much and not too messy for shade in corner of back yard. Want something else that will be good along fence for privacy...again not too messy.

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07/11/2007 7:14 AM	Alert
The Palo Brea tree would be a good choice..it is native to AZ..it can be planted anytime of the yr..and is not susceptible to pests or disease... although, it can reach a max of 30 ft in height but with proper trimming that can be kept in check...it's a terrific shade tree with a wide canopy..drought resistant and does well planted next to a hot wall..the bark is a light green..it blooms in late spring (bright yellow flowers)that's the mess.. but a pretty mess! You've seen them around town and at Basha's. For privacy I'd go with Oleander..it makes a great pruned hedge or allowed to grow naturally.. a privacy buffer. Don't worry about it's toxicity..you have to ingest it for it to harm you..beautiful blooms (many different colors)from May to Oct..some scented... and has runners to achieve the thickness you want..once established you can remove the runners or transplant them to fill an empty space in your hedge..one of the draw backs to its reputation.. gardeners have allowed it to take over their yards..usually an indication it is receiving WAY too much water..known to be drought tolerant..and enjoys dry conditions.. Good Luck and happy planting!

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Ratboy

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07/12/2007 11:06 AM	Alert
I would also take a look at the Chinese Evergreen elm tree. Very hardy and also low litter and also low water usage. Hardy to about 15 and can accept full sun.

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07/13/2007 10:25 PM	Alert
i personally like the sisso tree

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*rikimaru* User is Offline

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07/16/2007 9:05 AM	Alert
the chinese elm is great, alas we dont have the evergreen variety so it molts in the winter but comes back around march or so......

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mom 2 BNM

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07/16/2007 12:36 PM	Alert
I agree on the sissoo. They grow like weeds, withstand the heat and keep most of their leaves in the winter. Although not the best for shade, my other favorite is the bottle tree. This is the cleanest tree I have ever owned and even this past super-cold winter didn't even phase it. I'm thinking of getting more so my yard isn't so dreary in the winter.

Sapo

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07/16/2007 2:47 PM	Alert
<div class='NTForums_Quote'>Posted By garden glow on 07/11/2007 7:14 AM For privacy I'd go with Oleander..it makes a great pruned hedge or allowed to grow naturally.. a privacy buffer. Don't worry about it's toxicity..you have to ingest it for it to harm you.</div> NOT a good choice if you have dogs in the backyard, no?? I have heard that Oleander can be very toxic to pets. Is this true? Sapo

shertex

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07/16/2007 8:01 PM	Alert
I love my Oleanders!! I have a dog, but he is mature and doesn't dig etc. If I can grow this type of plant, anyone can!!! Beautiful colors!

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07/17/2007 11:12 PM	Alert
Posted By Sapo on 07/16/2007 2:47 PM Posted By garden glow on 07/11/2007 7:14 AM For privacy I'd go with Oleander..it makes a great pruned hedge or allowed to grow naturally.. a privacy buffer. Don't worry about it's toxicity..you have to ingest it for it to harm you. NOT a good choice if you have dogs in the backyard, no?? I have heard that Oleander can be very toxic to pets. Is this true? Sapo NOT if your dogs are known to nibble on plants...cats tend to eat outside plants to assist their digestion..dogs prefer grass for that problem.. rikimaru..EVERGREEN does not always mean forever green..the Chinese Elm is a decidious tree..it will loose it's leaves throughout the year yet keeping SOME green...and perk up to full green in spring..then the cycle repeats itself... the Chinese Elm has massive growth potential 30-50ft in height and 20 to 40ft in width..producing a non-edible fruit (round) in the fall..

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