How to Buy a Tree

First things first: choose the tree that is right for you. You may be looking for a specific type of tree, and it's probably a beautiful species.

But there is a chance that there is a tree better suited to your situation.

The Planting Site

We can come out for a consultation and when we visit you, we'll help you evaluate your site and determine which species would be best suited for your site. One or several may be just right for your planting site! Some of the factors to consider include the sun or shade in the planting location, the type of soil you will be planting in, the moisture content of the site, wind exposure and the ultimate size you'd like your tree to achieve.

The Tree's Function

Another consideration is the tree’s function in your site. Will it be used in a windscreen or a sound screen? Maybe you need an accent in the center of the yard. If you have a lot of dark green leaves in your yard, you may want a tree with a blue or yellow cast, or even red.
All landscapes should have a variety of trees for diversity of design and maintenance of tree health. Your great Lakes professional can help you to make choices based on the above factors and others, including insect and disease resistance.

Best Tip of All!

Just call Great Lakes at 1 877 514 8733, and we'll help you through the things you need to consider about your yard before you make your tree selections. We can help you take measurements and look for various factors around your yard that can affect your decisions.