Benefits of Planting Trees & Shrubs on Your Property

There are many substantial benefits to adding even one or two trees or shrubs to your yard or property:

• Soil Erosion: Tree and shrub roots reach deep into the soil and hold large amounts of soil together. This is a great way to naturally prevent soil erosion.
• Curb Appeal: Whether they’re flowering, fruiting, or beautifully green, trees and shrubs add natural beauty to your property, making it look its best from the road and even increasing your property value!
• Fruit: Want access to fresh fruit right in your backyard? Plant a fruit tree or bush!
• Shade: The summers in the Elma, West Seneca, Hamburg, East Aurora, Williamsville, Lancaster, Clarence, and Orchard Park areas can get surprisingly hot. Shade is nice in the summer because it shields your property from harsh sunlight, resulting in a cooler, more comfortable yard.
• Lower Utility Bills: Tree planting helps your home climate system work more efficiently and reduces many of your utility bills. Trees act as wind blockers, reduce the sunlight bearing down on your home and cooling equipment, and can bring other environmental benefits. The proper arrangement of just two trees on your property can conserve up to 40% of heating energy and provide up to 18% cooling energy conservation during heat waves.
• Air Quality: Planting trees and shrubs is an excellent way to improve the air quality around your home. Trees and shrubs absorb carbon dioxide from the air and release fresh, clean oxygen for you and your family to breathe.
• Wildlife Support: Trees and shrubs provide shelter for local wildlife that dares to come close to your home, helping to bring the beauty of nature right to your yard. Certain species of trees and shrubs can attract butterflies, while most others support all kinds of birds and other wildlife as they raise their young and forage for food. If you'd like to support local wildlife, tree and shrub planting is an excellent way to start!

Tripi's Landscaping is here to help our neighbors throughout the Western New York area take advantage of all of the benefits that planting trees and shrubs can bring. Reach out to our team today to learn more!