Homeowners plant various kinds of trees on their property. They plant shade trees for protection from the sun and ornamental trees for beauty. They may also plant trees as windbreaks. Many people enjoy having fruit trees in their yard or garden to provide shade and beauty as well as fruit.

Selecting the right tree. To grow well, a tree must be suited to the region where it is planted. Trees from faraway places should be planted only in regions with similar climates. A tree's special characteristics must also be considered. For example, trees with wide-reaching roots should not be planted near houses because the roots may damage drains and foundations, or plug sewage pipes.
Trees with full, leafy crowns make the best shade trees. These trees include ashes, basswoods, maples, and oaks, all of which are popular in the Eastern United States.

Caring for the tree. A young tree should be kept moderately watered until it is well rooted. It usually takes about a year for a tree to become firmly rooted. Pruning improves the shape of trees. Cutting off some of a young shade tree's lower buds will keep it from developing many low branches. But enough buds should be left so that the tree has a full, leafy crown. As the tree develops upper branches, more lower branches may be removed.

Insects and diseases may attack a tree. With normal care, it can overcome most minor attacks. But if a tree fails to develop as many leaves as usual or if the leaves look pale, the tree may require the professional care of a tree surgeon. In some areas, air pollution threatens the health of trees.
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