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Fast Growing Maple Trees

Maple trees are one of the most popular trees in
both residential and commercial landscape settings. These fast growing trees
make great shade trees and are especially lovely in the fall. Taking proper
care of your maples will promote optimal health and vigor.

The red maple has lovely, smooth gray bark and
brightly colored red flowers. A member of the Aceraceae family, the red maple
is best known for its orange-red foliage in the fall. The Japanese red maple is
one of the most popular of these showy ornamentals.

The Silver maple is one of the most popular
medium sized maples in the United States. These fast growing trees have thick,
dense foliage that is silver colored on one side, which is where the tree got
its name. Since the wood is very soft, these trees are not recommended for
areas that typically have severe storms. Silver maple roots can be problematic,
if they are grown close to sidewalks, driveways or homes.

Sugar maples are especially fast growing trees,
often reaching heights in excess of 100 feet in far less time than other trees.
Maple syrup is harvested from the Sugar maple, which are also known as hard
maples or rock maples. These maples are also grown for lumber. The Sugar maple
makes an excellent tree for the home landscape. The seeds draw wildlife such as
deer, that love to feed on them.

While there are many different species of maples,
the trees above are some of the fastest growing and are the easiest to care
for. Always plant new trees in moist, well-drained soil. Since newly planted
maples need plenty of water, be sure you place them near a water source. As
with any new planting, be sure to monitor frequently for signs of pests and
diseases which can greatly compromise the health and vigor of your trees.
Verticillium wilt is a fungal disease known to strike maples. Trees with this
disease will have wilting branches and discoloration of the affected wood.
Fungicides are available to treat this and other fungal diseases in maples. You
must also watch out for signs of insect infestations. Keeping your trees
healthy is the best way to ward off insects, as these trees are less likely to
be attacked by pests.

Top Fast Growing Trees To Use In Landscaping

Fast-growing trees have a decided advantage when
used in landscaping. They provide organic fences and privacy markers as well as
cordon off property boundaries. They serve as excellent windbreaks and keep the
soil from eroding. They provide comforting shade on hot days and serve as
canopy barriers against falling rain. Fast-growing trees come in either
evergreen or deciduous varieties, broad canopy or column-shaped. Deciding on
the best fast-growing tree for landscaping purposes depends upon the preference
of the individual, taking maintenance, location and visual appeal into
consideration.

Maple Trees

The popularity of the maple tree goes without
question. They are plentiful in the United States, particularly on the east
coast. They are known for their voluminous canopies filled with attractive,
dense leaves that last into the fall. They are considered very ornamental since
they can be easily sculpted and trimmed. There are many varieties of maple
trees; most are all fast-growing. The full-grown varieties provide excellent
shade trees, producing very wide and thick canopies. The Norway maple tree is
exceptionally cold resistant and durable in adverse weather. The Japanese maple
is especially colorful, maintaining red leaves that turn purple in the spring, then
turn orange and yellow in the fall. The dwarf maple trees serve as ideal
walkway borders, present well around gardens and can be planted close to houses
and structures without root and limb intrusion. Maples also produce syrup and
can be tapped. Their wood is highly prized as construction lumber and its
charcoal is highly prized.

Empress Trees

The royal empress tree is a fast-growing species,
often reaching heights of 50 feet with a lateral spread of 30 to 40 feet. They
serve as excellent shade trees and can grow as much as 10 feet in a year. They
require minimal maintenance aside from water and occasional trimming. The
foliage is very dense and robust, making them good windbreak trees. The royal
empress trees produce a small, fuzzy bud during the winter that turns into
sweet-smelling purple flowers at the beginning of spring. The empress tree does
well in almost all soil conditions and can withstand drought better than most
comparable trees. It has a high tolerance to diseases and insect infestation.

Poplar Trees

The lombardy poplar trees are a fast-growing
species that have very dense growth characteristics. They are often used as
windscreens when planted in successive rows, forming strong windbreaks. They
can grow 6 to 8 feet in a year and often reach heights between 40 and 60 feet.
The canopy spread is rather narrow, spanning 10 to 15 feet, which allows them
to be planted close together in neat rows. The branches of the tree grow in a
peculiar upward-turned direction. They thrive in partial or full shade
conditions. Not considered an evergreen, poplar trees produce bright gold
leaves during the fall season. During the beginning and mid portion of spring,
flowers open that resemble red and green catkins which contributes to its beauty.

Fast Growing Royal Empress Trees

You do have options when it comes to fast growing
trees, but none of them really compare with the Pawlonia hybrid, Royal Princess
Tree. This particular tree has many benefits for you, your landscaping, and our
environment.

An Excellent Ornamental Shade Tree

If you’re looking for one tree that grows fast,
gives you shade, and pretty spring flowers, look no further. Royal Princess
Trees have masses of lovely lavender-purple blooms in spring, followed by a
dense canopy of super big leaves. Unlike other trees prized for spring color,
their canopy isn’t close to the ground. You’ll easily be able to use the space
under them without removing the bottom branches.

You won’t have to wait for shade long. These fast
growing trees can gain up to 15-feet of new growth in one year. They spread out
branches rapidly too. That’s more than twice as fast as all other trees known
for rapid growth, and without all the problems that come with them.

Most trees that grow fast have weak branches and
crotches. This makes them very messy and unattractive. A Royal Princess Tree
won’t fall apart in high wind. It’s a hardwood tree, not a softwood, and will
live for many, many years. They also have excellent insect and disease
resistance.

The Royal Princess Tree isn’t too fussy about
where you plant it. It will grow in most soil types, and is hardy over most of
the United States. For anyone living in zones 5-11, it’s a great choice for the
yard, the farm, and a city park.

A Totally Green Tree

Yes, most trees are green, but the Royal Princess
Tree is the greenest of them all. The massive leaves filter large amounts of
pollution from the air around them. Every Royal Princess Tree can remove 48
pounds of carbon dioxide from the air, and replace it with fresh oxygen daily.
They are also valuable for remediation, which is purifying soil, or removing
toxins and pollutants from it using plants.

Planting large numbers of Royal Princess Trees in
large cities could correct many big issues. Imagine having cleaner air and
reversing the unhealthy soil of brownfield land all at once using just trees.
They also absorb excess nitrogen from fertilizer run-off, and livestock run-off
that’s become such an issue on meat producing farms.

The swiftly developing root systems of Royal
Princess Trees stop soil erosion, and save precious topsoil. They are also
excellent at drought tolerance once established, so they present you with
landscape shade trees that help you conserve on outdoor water usage. Unlike
other trees that grow really fast, they won’t head straight for your septic or
drainage system.

While their root system develops quickly,
Paulownia roots don’t take over your whole yard. That’s the problem with a lot
of fast growing trees. Royal Princess Trees have incredible sustainable
forestry traits. You can harvest them for lumber and pulp in just 3-5 years,
and they rapidly grow a new trunk and canopy from the existing root system. The
wood is beautiful too, and super strong. 

Fast Growing Trees

Empress trees are fast growing trees that are
ornamental and can add beauty to your landscape without taking forever to grow.
They do well in acidic soil,and dry soil, as well as in rocky soil areas. They
will grow along stream banks and steep sloped areas. Empress trees can grow up
to 60 feet tall and become 50 feet wide. The leaves are heart shaped and can
grow up to 2 feet in length. During the spring months these trees produce
clusters of leaves that are violet colored and quite lovely. They prefer to be
planted in full sun and the roots should be planted deeply. The roots reach
deep into the soil in search for water. They will do well in shady areas, but
they can be messy because they drop flowers and seed casings, so keep this in
mind when you plant them. The hardiness zone for these trees is 5b through 9.
During the first year of growth, they grow slowly. But, after the second year,
they can be expected to grow from 2 to 3 feet a year.

Red Maple trees are another great choice for a
fast growing trees that can add much beauty to your landscape. They will grow
in hardiness zones 3 through 9 and are deciduous trees. This means that they
will lose their leaves in the fall, and then regrow them during the spring. The
growth of Red Maple trees ranges from moderate to rapid growth rates. They
prefer bright sunlight to part shade. These trees grow well in several types of
soil. They will grow in sandy loam to clay soils. However, the better the soil,
then the better they will grow. This lovely tree reaches from 40 feet to 60
feet tall and from 25 to 45 feet wide. The leaves have 3 to 5 lobes and grow
from 2 to 5 inches. The fall colors usually range from orange to red, and
during late winter, they produce small clusters of flowers that are red and
look wonderful during the drab winter months. These trees are usually the first
trees in the fall to show off fall colors. Unlike the Empress, these trees can
tolerate some shade. These trees will greatly enhance any landscape.

Hybrid Poplar trees are another fast growing tree
that can add beauty to your landscape. These trees are easily grown and are
wonderful additions if you need to add privacy or shade to your landscape fast.
They sometimes grow 8 feet tall a year. Hybrid Poplar trees are wonderful to
add screens or hedges to your yard. Until they are well established, it is
advised that you keep them well watered. But, once they become established,
they are very easy to grow. The hardiness zone for this tree is from 3 through
9 and they prefer well drained, moist soil. They prefer full to partial sun and
can grow up to 70 feet tall and 40 feet wide. Therefore they make wonderful
shade trees.

Plant Fast Growing Trees For Instant Landscaping
Results

Planting trees is one way to personalize your
landscape setting. However, the type of trees you plant will decide how fast
you will see results. Here are some fast growing trees and some tips on how to
nurture them.

Crape myrtles are seen all across the south and
are one of the fastest growing trees. These trees produce papery blooms in a
riot of colors such as white, pink, purple and red. Crape myrtles bloom from
July to September in warm climates. Along with their lovely blooms, the
cinnamon colored bark of these trees add character and charm to your landscape
setting.

You can’t beat Leyland cypress trees for a quick
wind screen. Growing up to three feet every year, these evergreens have a nice
cone shape. In fact, Leyland cypress grow so quickly you may find yourself
pruning them more often than other trees in your landscape. When choosing a
planting site, keep in mind these trees can reach up to 120 feet in height at
maturity.

Willow trees have a wispy, classic appearance.
Luckily, these trees grow rapidly when they have plenty of moisture. Although
the weeping willow is quite well-known, there are over 300 different types of
willow trees to choose from.

When it comes to a hearty conifer, you can’t beat
the Dawn redwood. These trees produce foliage that turns a beautiful shade of
brownish-orange just before fall arrives. Growing best in full sun, the Dawn
redwood can grow to heights of 70 to 100 feet especially if the moist is kept
moist.

To add character to your landscape setting,
consider using one of your favorite trees as a specimen tree. There are also a
variety of shrubs that grow fairly quickly and are low maintenance. It is
important to remember that some trees have a slower growth rate as they age.
Keeping your fast growing trees healthy and disease-free will encourage rapid
growth. Trees that are unhealthy are also more likely to be attacked by insects
which will slow their growth, as well.

Choosing fast growing trees will help you see
results in your landscape setting as quickly as possible. If you are unsure
which trees will best suit your needs, consider contacting a landscaping
professional for advice.

Top Fast Growing Trees

When looking for trees that grow quickly, you
need to balance hardiness with convenience. Here are some good choices for fast
growing trees that won’t crack or fall easily.

Crape Myrtles – These are everywhere in the
Southeastern US. They grow tall enough to provide shade in just a few years,
bloom through most of the summer, and have lovely fall foliage.

Northern Red Oak – This tree grows 60-75 feet
tall and has a wide spreading canopy. It needs plenty of sun and well-drained
soil.

Leland Cypress – This is the go-to tree if you
want a privacy screen to grow up quickly. Plant in a row as the trees grow tall
but are narrow.

Green Vase Zelkova – This hardy tree originated
in Japan. Prefers full sun to partial shade but tolerates a wide variety of
soils and condition. Drought and pollution resistance makes the zelkova a great
choice along the street edge.

Sweet Bay Magnolia – Broad shiny green leaves and
creamy white flowers make this a fabulous ornamental choice. Magnolia grows
tall and evergreen in the South, but will do fine as a shorter, deciduous tree
in colder climates.

Top Fast Growing Trees

When looking for trees that grow quickly, you
need to balance hardiness with convenience. Here are some good choices for fast
growing trees that won’t crack or fall easily.

Crape Myrtles – These are everywhere in the
Southeastern US. They grow tall enough to provide shade in just a few years,
bloom through most of the summer, and have lovely fall foliage.

Leland Cypress – This is the go-to tree if you
want a privacy screen to grow up quickly. Plant in a row as the trees grow tall
but are narrow.

Green Vase Zelkova – This hardy tree originated
in Japan. Prefers full sun to partial shade but tolerates a wide variety of
soils and condition. Drought and pollution resistance makes the zelkova a great
choice along the street edge.

Sweet Bay Magnolia – Broad shiny green leaves and
creamy white flowers make this a fabulous ornamental choice. Magnolia grows
tall and evergreen in the South, but will do fine as a shorter, deciduous tree
in colder climates. 

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