What trees to plant near brick patio?

dkapadia · 12th October 2009, 01:45 PM

I am looking for a tree with a height of 20-30 feet that I can plant about 6 feet from a brick paver patio. I prefer something with a moderate to fast growth rate but that doesn't have roots that will damage my patio. I'd also like something that will provide some shade since we receive lots of afternoon sun (western exposure). I am in U.S. zone 5 (Chicago, IL). Thanks.

kiwi_tree_steve · 12th October 2009, 03:04 PM

The elusive Perfect home owner tree...............

Are you wanting a Flowering tree?, Evergreen or Deciduous?

Eric Frei · 12th October 2009, 06:16 PM

Dang, it's gotta handle like -24C

That's bloody cold mate!

kiwi_tree_steve · 12th October 2009, 06:23 PM

sure is cold! hmm.....

dkapadia · 13th October 2009, 07:43 AM

Yes, the cold is not the reason I stay in this area!

Either flowering or deciduous is fine with me.

12th October 2009, 01:45 PM	#1
dkapadia I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 3	What trees to plant near brick patio? I am looking for a tree with a height of 20-30 feet that I can plant about 6 feet from a brick paver patio. I prefer something with a moderate to fast growth rate but that doesn't have roots that will damage my patio. I'd also like something that will provide some shade since we receive lots of afternoon sun (western exposure). I am in U.S. zone 5 (Chicago, IL). Thanks.

12th October 2009, 03:04 PM	#2
kiwi_tree_steve Mature tree Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC. Canada Posts: 324	Re: What trees to plant near brick patio? The elusive Perfect home owner tree............... Are you wanting a Flowering tree?, Evergreen or Deciduous? __________________ "You have to feel and touch a tree" Shigo

12th October 2009, 06:16 PM	#3
Eric Frei Admin - Owner Palm & Tree Services in Brisbane Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,993	Re: What trees to plant near brick patio? Dang, it's gotta handle like -24C That's bloody cold mate! __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Palm and Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

12th October 2009, 06:23 PM	#4
kiwi_tree_steve Mature tree Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC. Canada Posts: 324	Re: What trees to plant near brick patio? sure is cold! hmm..... __________________ "You have to feel and touch a tree" Shigo

13th October 2009, 07:43 AM	#5
dkapadia I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 3	Re: What trees to plant near brick patio? Yes, the cold is not the reason I stay in this area! Either flowering or deciduous is fine with me.

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