Landscaping can modify the climate around your school or home, provide food for wildlife, and the roots can hold!
Shade trees will lessen heat gain in summer and properly placed trees will recude wind velocity in winter, saving up to 25 percent on heating costs.
Tall trees surrounding your home, such as maple, oak, pine and spruce, provide summer shade to lower cooling costs and keep out cold winter winds.
Medium trees, 40 feet or less in mature height, might include Washington hawthorne and Golden raintree, while smaller trees suitable for planting beneath utility lines might include Redbud, Dogwood, and Crabapple. When planting near utility lines, consider a 25 foot maximum mature height and 20 foot spread.
