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Tree Planting

Planting a tree requires a little bit of hard work in order to assure its health in the future. But before you begin the work of planting, take a moment to think about where you're planting. Are there power lines around, either right above or near where you want to plant? If so, use the guide below or ask your local nursery to see how big your tree will grow. Sometimes the tree you want may not be the right tree to plant.

A Few Recommended Trees

Small Trees (Trees that can be planted near power lines with minimal impact):
  • Hawthorne
  • Dogwood
  • Japanese Magnolia
  • Yaupon
  • Crepe Myrtle
  • Fruit Trees
  • Mimosa
  • Purpleleaf
  • Plum
  • Eastern Redbud
Medium Trees (Trees that should be planted at least 35 feet from any power line):  
  • Weeping Willow
  • American Holly
  • Eastern Red Cedar
  • Mullberries
  • River Birch
  • Carolina Cherry-Laurel
  • Cedar Elm
  • Sassafras 
Large Trees (Trees that should be planted at least 50 feet from any power line):
  • Pines
  • Bald Cypress
  • Yellow Poplar
  • Pecan
  • Sweetgum
  • Southern Magnolia
  • Oaks
  • Red Maple

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