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I've been told that now the only kind of Cottonwood you can buy is "cottonless" but, boy, the older trees are horrible. Relentlessly. Maybe the developer thought this was a great idea. They also tend to have very weak branches which is always a no-no. You can't rake it or blow it and it clogs the lawnmower when you try to mow the lawn. (Or from your car!). Not all real Christmas trees are equal, and the best types of Christmas trees for you depend on whether you want a nice aroma, easy clean-up or strong branches. Magnolia leaves are crisp and waxy even when green, which made raking them very difficult. I don't know how many problems are involved with the Dutch Elm trees anymore , but I owned a property years ago that had very large Box Elder trees in the back yard. So very insightful and informative. } I hate them!!!!! Silver Maple Tree Fossilized remains of Magnolias have been found dating back 68 million years, And of course, don't forget those lightning-safe beeches (genus. Make that worms. Cost to us to trim up beautiful old tall oak to save. I don't know how they managed to never look bare. Shagbark Hickory. Once they fall in the ground, and people start stepping on them, it’s not a good situation. Open until 5PM-Sundays 5PM. } Mulberry trees are great for silkworms, but that’s about it. Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) As a Southerner, it is very difficult to insult this beautiful … This characteristic is called marescence. This is a common reason why trees fail to thrive. After a small rain shower with light winds. For people, these trees can be a huge pain with all of the pollen they produce. Who doesn't like pecans? There are many varieties. I'm a landscape architect and these are the sorts of things that everyone should know before planting trees. Drops leaves (neighbor says it is the last to lose its leaves) and has these hard "seeds/berries" that stain our driveway. When most people plant trees, it’s because they want them to be around for a while. They need to be trimmed and pruned when their branches hang low, and someone has to clean up after they have shed their flowers, leaves, and other baubles. Les Trois Chenes from Videix, Limousin, South West France on October 14, 2012: What a well-written, informed and useful hub! Have you noticed that a few broadleaf trees change color in fall, but don't drop their leaves? FAST GROWING TREES. Come shop the best and biggest selections for desert trees from Moon Valley Nursery! If none of this bothers you, then you will gather your nuts with joy and think of pecan pies . When picking a tree, ask if the trees holds its fruit. Also known as weeping willows, these trees can be beautiful to look at. The first one is a dark, armor-plated outer shell (may be green when it first falls) If you find the pecans still imprisoned thusly, you have to either wait for this husk to fall off, or you have to work a little harder for your snack. Whether it be a high risk of cracking, breaking, killing other plants, or simply stinking up the place – you’ll want to stay as far away from these trees as possible. Although, hybrid poplar trees grow quickly and are nice to look at, they are very vulnerable to diseases and only have a lifespan of approximately 15 years. Others, however, produce acorns, which are very fascinating, but difficult to rake up. Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on October 15, 2012: Thank you, Les Trois Chenes for the great comment. Sycamore trees are popular, but if they don’t get enough water they can develop ‘cankers’ on their trunk. Barbara Radisavljevic from Templeton, CA on October 15, 2012: Wow! Be sure to toast nuts and seed pods in the oven before you decide to paint them or glue them to a wreath. Oh...and the raking job that lies ahead. Neighbor had a fit. 5 Trees That’ll Withstand the Worst Storms and Still Look Gorgeous. You forgot to mention Texas Umbrella (China Berry) trees. It had a slow growth. There is about one month where the shade is wonderful before the whole process starts over again. While you are busy raking leaves and twigs and large chunks of bark, you will also find the seed pods. . This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional. Then I started to change the landscaping in that area and I realized what I was getting myself into. The "fruit" produced by the females is a smelly, slippery nuisance, meaning that they don't make good street trees. Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on October 13, 2012: Our home is surrounded by large oak trees and whether it is due to last years severe drought in Houston or not...they are dropping acorns this year like never before. I love trees anyhow, and the video, the music, the humor and the info here is outstanding. Filthy black mold on leaves, too. Let me add the Flowering Crabapple Tree. You could also try planting a Little Gem Magnolia, also known as the dwarf Southern magnolia. . Up, useful and interesting votes. When you buy that new home in April, you might not realize that those majestic trees that won your heart at the showing may eventually make you despise your yard. Of course the answer to the first problem is to get a woodburning stove, and to the second - a pig! :). Even if they taste good (some of mine are great), it's not worth the trouble. The sweet gum balls can also be turned into interesting craft projects—a far more common use for the tree's dried seed pods. Whether it be a high risk of cracking, breaking, killing other plants, or simply stinking up the place – you’ll want to stay as far away from these trees as possible. If you brush up against the leaves, you might find yourself covered in little friends. Liquidambers are awesome looking trees. Over time, these trees tend to develop strange ugly-looking spots on their leaves. You might, however, mind the yellow coating of adhesive sap that just coated your car. The thing had broken into every irrigation, drainage system it could. What a horrendous and almost impossible to clean up mess those trees made with their golf ball sized spikey balls that were as hard as rocks! Malus trees with fruits larger than two inches in diameter are apples; anything smaller is a crab apple. I moved into my Oakland, CA home 10 years ago, and the main trees in the yard were a lemon tree (no special cultivar), several plum trees, and several loquats, I advise, NEVER plant ANY of these trees anywhere you might want to go near. Many of their brown leaves cling to the tree throughout winter and early spring until new leaf growth begins. Like you indicated, it is just about a daily job to keep the ground cleared out from underneath that type of tree. If you don't like showoffs, don't choose the sweet acacia for your yard. Two huge garbage bags full! It was easier to poke them with a sharp stick. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-mobile-inverted-img'); 4 They Have Audible Angst. And they are home to the catalpa worm. Magnolias are a traditional element in southern landscaping. Cleaning up the magnolia litter was a dreaded chore. Then once the first frost hits....about a third of the needles turn yellow and drop everywhere, covering the ground. We have a Silver Maple and a Catalpa in our yard, I would rather have the Catalpa any day. Mimosa trees are very nice to look at, but unfortunately they don’t have very long lifespans. It is one of the prettiest trees in the world. But what if one day you look out the window and realize that it’s mid-winter and your tree hasn’t lost its leaves. . The soil gets hot, burns the mulch and leaves gaps around the roots. As to the magnolia trees...I like looking at them but would not want the mess in my yard. They’ll tap in to this fund any time they need to convert more sunlight into energy. The tree’s large roots can even damage the foundation of your house. Then a fine rain of refuse through the summer. SOPHIE: All trees drop their leaves. I agree, I would never have the heart to cut down a Magnolia, but I wouldn't plant one close to the house either. Planted them for shade over my patio behind my garage. Attic & Basement Storage Ideas to Gain More Space. Right now, I'm smack dab in the pecan catkins removal stage. Thank you for the chuckles. Some oak trees can dwell unobtrusively in your yard, dropping only their leaves and a few twigs now and then. I can say from experience though, that they will not eat anything from a Magnolia tree! So as much as I love them, the mess is neverending. At one time, ladies wanted to keep their skin as creamy and white as the flowers of this tree. The first consideration is the size of the site. Constant battle. Cost us $1,500. They constantly shed their needles in the pool and would clog the filter. I had a liquidamber tree in my back yard and it was awful. It has brilliantly colored autumn foliage, much like the maple tree, which makes it stand out when trees start putting on their fall fashion show. The acorns are not such a problem for us - I think they are mostly eaten by mice. Think again! They are a delicious nut! Then small pods that look like fly larvae. When choosing a trees specimen to plant near your swimming pool, take into account: Leaf drop: Make sure the tree you choose has minimal leaf drop and it is not messy.You will not want to clean seed pots, fruit, dead flowers, leaves, and other plant and tree debris from your pool filter. Don’t buy a tree in less than a 15-gallon container. My Cart. Find out which trees require the least maintenance. That, my friends, is a lot of pecan pies. I have used the sweet gum balls in craft projects and the people were HAPPY to have me collect them from their yard. Obviously they have never fallen on a pile of them! What are these little flakes and what are their purpose? Black walnut trees can be harmful to other things growing in your yard. For years we had very large, old oaks that rarely lost a twig during high winds. and I hope you really like pecan pies. We used to live in a house with a small front yard that had not one, but two sweet gum trees in front. I have lived in my present home for a little over a year and finally had the old Magnolia in my yard cut down. They also produce fluffy white flowers and long, skinny seed pods. Heavy snow or ice or … :). Here are 20 types of trees you do not want growing in your yard. Don’t plant a tree too deeply. I imagine they would be a lot cleaner. It can also stain driveways, patios, landscaping, and outdoor furniture. White Pines are our nightmare. However, all trees may not satisfy your needs through their lifetime, hence, avoid planting the above-mentioned trees in your backyard. Here are 20 types of trees you do not want growing in your yard. We've got advice on choosing, planting and caring for trees, from fast-growing shade trees to trees that will last hundreds of years. Try looking up a Flamboyant tree. This tree may be great for providing shade, but its rapid growth can lead to brittle wood which can break easily during storms. Not to mention the sticky pollen that coated the sap and created a pasty substance that will eventually eat the paint. The "plums of Damocles." _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-inverted-img'); Bill Holland from Olympia, WA on October 13, 2012: Love this and your sense of humor! heh, you didn't even mention walnut, that's another nasty one... my parents neighborhood is full of Catalpa, Mulberry, maples, walnut, etc.... they ALL make a mess.. what the mulberries lack in direct mess they make up for in bird droppings. That only leaves you approximately 98,456 gum balls left for disposal. . These spiky balls are one reason you might not want to plant sweet gums too close to the house. These little black seeds then start to grow their own crop of trees everywhere they come to rest soil or not. So boost your tree by stirring a couple of spoonfuls of sugar into the water before you give it to the tree Alternatively, feed the tree with some full-sugar lemonade mixed into water. Jayme is a writer and artist from Oklahoma who has survived 9 consecutive years of gardening wins and fails. Some oak trees are sturdier than others. If the outer shells have already fallen off, then you will have a million of these too. Beware the sweet gum! Haha. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-mobile-inverted-source'); Because lurking under that innocent carpet lay the dreaded magnolia cones. if ( localStorage.getItem(skinItemId ) ) { I was amazed to hear that oaks are the most likely to be struck by lightning. and recommend that you don't either, unless you are a glutton for punishment... and these trees WILL punish you. are nearly impossible to rake, meaning they almost always have to be picked up by hand. This slideshow explains why you should avoid these trees in your yard. Fell BEFORE it stormed. Now from what I was told, it is only the female tree that seems to get Box Elder beetle infestations, but these insects tend to get into everything, including your home. Gum balls may sound appetizing, but in reality, they are neither sweet nor edible. They don't just shed twigs, either. When airborne, they are as dangerous as grenades. Nancy Yager from Hamburg, New York on October 17, 2012: Great pictures you used as examples of these trees. You definitely don’t want to plant a tree in your yard that could easily fall on your or your house. 1. FLOWERING TREES. Four years ago, I moved into a tiny home built in 1936. So unless you actually plan on spending time taking care of your trees, these aren’t for you. Yeah. Arizona has a few varieties of evergreen trees that don’t lose leaves in the winter time! If you do decide to take the plunge and replace those messy trees with lower-maintenance trees, you may have to wait a while before your landscape looks complete. Magnolia leaves may be gorgeous, but they're a pain in the butt to clean up. However, the tree has some beneficial properties. According to Landscape Architecture Magazine: “These spots won’t kill the trees, but they’ll disfigure them so badly that you’ll wish they were dead.”. By sticking with male gingko tree selections like ‘Autumn Gold,’ ‘Fairmount,’ and ‘Saratoga,’ you can ensure a fruit- and odor-free yard year-round. lead photo (Photo by ChinaFotoPress/ChinaFotoPress via Getty Images). Whether this is due to their height, or the fact that there are more species of oaks in some places than other trees, it is still something to take into consideration if you have an oak planted too close to your house. Peach trees and plum trees require spring, summer, and fall disease control treatments for best results. Ouch! In oak species, the persistent leaves eventually do fall off even in some species that carry brown leaves through the winter. !! If you have one of the non-sterile varieties, it will shed not only its leaves, but also thousands of "gum balls". 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