TREE EDUCATION
Many homeowners have a section of their yards that pools rainwater and is either constantly soggy or wet. While you may suspect these waterlogged areas aren't suitable for plants of any kind, there are trees that can thrive under these conditions and even soak up excess water in your yard. Below, the experienced tree care specialists with SkyFrog Tree Service list five of the best trees for absorbing excess water in yards.
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Red maple trees are named for their brilliant red fall foliage. These gorgeous, scarlet-leafed trees are excellent at absorbing excess water. A mature red maple tree is capable of absorbing at least five gallons of water each week. Planting a red maple tree in your yard is a great way to beautify your property and deal with excess water.
The river birch is a species of birch tree native to the eastern United States. As the river birch's name suggests, these trees naturally grow alongside river banks and are accustomed to lots of water. These fast-growing trees prosper in moist soil with lots of sunlight.
Ash trees are a genus of flowering plants in the olive and lilac family, Oleaceae. These trees are widespread throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. Ash trees require lots of water and are therefore great at absorbing excess water around yards.
Bald cypress trees are slow-growing, long-lived trees that can easily reach up to 600 years of age. These hardy trees are fantastic at absorbing excess water in yards, as a mature bald cypress can absorb upwards of 8000 gallons of water each year.
Taking preventative measures for tree care, such as scheBlack gum trees, also known as sour gum trees, are medium-sized deciduous trees native to eastern North America. These trees prefer thrive in moist soils with full sun. Black gum trees would make a great addition to any yard that suffers from excessive moisture.
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