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Virginia Gardening
lost_in_boston

New to Virginia

lost_in_boston
17 years ago

We have purchased property in southern Virginia (near Stuart) and desperately need fast-growing shade trees. Can someone offer suggestions?

Thanks!

Comments (2)

  • meldy_nva
    17 years ago

    Keep in mind that fast-growing quite often means short-lived and/or easily broken in storms.

    See link for some ideas; I know nothing about the company, but the pictures are good!

    Here is a link that might be useful: fast shade trees

  • nicethyme
    17 years ago

    Hi lost, your best bet is Liriodendron tulipifera- tulip tree or tulip popular. A good native for you.

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