Tree Planting: Enhance Your Landscape with Shade and Beauty

Trees are the largest and most impactful elements in any landscape across Greater Vancouver. They provide shade, privacy, wind protection, and visual interest throughout every season. A well-placed tree can transform a property and increase its value significantly.

How Do You Choose the Right Trees for Your Property?

Selecting the right tree for your location is critical. Consider mature size, growth rate, sun requirements, soil preferences, and seasonal characteristics. Deciduous trees provide shade in summer and allow sunlight through in winter. Evergreens offer year-round privacy and color — ideal for BC's climate.

What Is the Correct Way to Plant a Tree?

Professional tree planting goes beyond digging a hole. The planting depth, root preparation, soil amendments, and initial staking all affect long-term health. Trees planted too deep or too shallow often struggle or fail.

Where Should You Plant Trees on Your Property?

Strategic tree placement maximizes benefits. Plant deciduous trees on the south and west sides of your home for natural cooling in summer. Use evergreens on the north side as windbreaks. Create natural privacy screens along property lines.

How Do You Care for Newly Planted Trees?

Newly planted trees need regular deep watering for the first two growing seasons. Mulch around the base (but not touching the trunk) retains moisture and insulates roots. Proper pruning in early years establishes strong structure.

Northwood Landscaping selects and installs the perfect trees for properties across Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey. Let us help you create a lasting landscape with professionally planted trees.