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Sort of D&R- Tree Planting
The front of our house is so crazy bare, and it's driving me crazy. There is no landscaping whatsoever. Last year, I planted some flowers in a big planter, but that was the extent of my green thumb for this house.
DH and I want to plant a decorative tree--you know, something that doesn't get too big and flowers--in the front, but since I've never done any sort of landscaping, I have no clue when to start. For the past week and a half, it's been in the high 70s and low 80s, with no signs of getting cold again. All this week it's supposed to stay in the high 70s, and we're meant to get some rain between Thursday and Saturday. I've done some browsing online, and I've gotten mixed recommendations about when to plant, ranging from early Spring to late Fall. So, when do you think is the best time to plant a tree? Also, if you have any recommendations on a type of tree that fits what I'm looking for, I'd take those, too. Thanks!
Re: Sort of D&R- Tree Planting
I'd go to a nursery/greenhouse/landscape center and just ask.
They're usually more than willing to hand out advice and steer you in the right direction.
It's so dependent on weather, soil type etc. as to what'll work best where you live.
Also, buying from a center will cost you more than say HD/Lowe's but you also have advice, plants that are acclimated to the weather and bugs of your location and usually some sort of guarantee if the tree dies.
FWIW, I have two flowering crab trees I love. Pretty a good share of the year, not messy, not too big, not too small, grow well/easy where I live and require minimum work.
How about Horsechestnut? Now is a great time to plant.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aesculus
I agree about going to a local nursery. What and when to plant can vary so much, depending on what plant zone you live in, the type of plant/tree, etc. Around here it is generally best to plant in the fall since we have such a wet and mild winter. But you can also plant in the spring, and even summer. Planting in the summer just means you need to stay on top of watering.
Not sure if they do well in your area, but some of my favorite small flowering trees are the star magnolia, saucer magnolia, and Kousa dogwood.