In this DenGarden article, Jay Judd from Davey's East Denver office lists trees that deliver shade, beauty and structure without demanding constant watering once established.
Trees aren’t necessarily the first thing that comes to mind when you’re trying to reduce the amount of water your landscape needs. But choosing the right species can give you the shade, structure and beauty of a tree without committing to constant watering.
“A lot of homeowners assume that having trees in the yard automatically means a big water commitment, but that’s not always the case,” says Jay Judd, district manager and arborist for Davey Tree in East Denver. “There are some excellent trees that, once established, are remarkably self-sufficient.”
Ultimately, selecting the right drought-tolerant tree species is one way to make a landscape easier to maintain while reducing its long-term water demands. As Judd puts it, choosing a more self-sufficient, drought tolerant tree can make yard care easier while potentially making a noticeable difference on your water bill.
And it’s worth thinking of that tree as a long-term addition rather than a quick landscaping fix. “Planting a tree is an investment in your property, community and environment that will truly pay off for years to come,” Judd says.
Here are 7 drought-tolerant trees Judd recommends for low-water landscaping.
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