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The Tree Guide

Whether you’re deciding on a tree to plant in your yard or looking for more information about one you already have, you’ve come to the right place. This tree guide is a wealth of information on height and spread, soil and sun requirements, leaves, history, wildlife habitat and more.

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Browse Tree Database

Find detailed information about nearly 200 different tree species.

Anatomy of a Tree

Learn the different layers of a tree and why each is important.

Tree Classification

Get the breakdown of how trees are classified.

Glossary of Tree Terms

Read up on the definitions of a variety of tree terms—from acid to xeriscape.

Tree Benefits Calculator

Calculate the value of your street-side trees.

References

See how this guide took shape and where our information comes from.

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