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Best Trees to Plant in Atlanta

Best Trees to Plant in Atlanta

Trees are wonderful fixtures for any yard but choosing the right tree takes some due diligence. Also, Sesmas…

Jul 12,2019

Trees are wonderful fixtures for any yard but choosing the right tree takes some due diligence. Also, Sesmas Tree Service in Atlanta will be the first to tell you that some trees require more maintenance than others. Planting a tree is not just a matter of tossing a seed into the ground and watering it. Before choosing a tree to plant, consider the qualities that you are looking for and be sure to have a solid understanding of your property. Trees can grow to be exceptionally tall and its roots will be similarly long. If you would prefer to speak with a professional about this matter, call the experts at Sesmas Tree Service.

Best Trees to Plant in Atlanta

Trees to Grow in Atlanta For Shade

With the summertime comes its heat and sunshine. Trees can provide much needed shade to shelter you from the scorching heat of the sun and even protect plants that are sensitive to high temperatures. Here are some trees to grow for shade:

  • Southern Live Oak: For those with a large yard, a southern live oak will be enough to capture a large area up to 160 feet in diameter. The state tree is known for its strength and its connection to Georgias history.
  • Princeton Elm: Do you need some shade quick? The Princeton elm grows fast and its large leaves provide shade in the summer and turn yellow and gold during the fall.
  • Tupelo: If your property is low-lying and has overly wet soil then a tupelo might be a great choice to provide you with shade and slurp up some of that excess moisture.

Trees for The Aesthetic

Who does not want a beautiful yard full of color and aroma? If you are looking to brighten up your yard with blossoms, then some of these trees can help:

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  • Magnolia: The magnolia tree is a renowned symbol of the south. Its glossy foliage and sweet blooms will impress the eyes and the nose.
  • White Dogwood: The white dogwood does well with the shade of a larger tree granted it grows as high as 25 feet tall itself. This tree is an excellent landscape choice for all seasons with its white flowers showing in the spring and its leaves turning red purple in the fall.
  • Crape Myrtle: Another staple of the south, the crape myrtle produces dense and gorgeous blooms that can be red, white, or pink. They are drought resistant but will drop its beautiful blooms come fall.

Fruit Trees to Plant in Atlanta

What better way to enjoy the fruits of your labor than by planting a fruit tree? Fruit trees provide shade, beauty, and nutrition. Here are a couple of fruit trees that you can plant in your garden:

  • Peach Trees: Surely you guessed this one. Georgia is not called the peach state for nothing.
  • Pear Trees: You might be surprised to learn that pear trees are almost as common as peach trees in Atlanta though the climate only accommodates oriental and Asian pears.

If you ever need help planting, maintaining, or caring for your trees, be sure to call the experts at Sesmas Tree Service. Our certified arborists have years of experience and put customer experience first.

 

Customer Reviews

3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

Ed Martin

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