Trees are significant investments, so it is important to choose the right species for your particular landscape. Not all properties are exposed to sun as others are, making it difficult to find flora that suits their shady environments. Some properties are plush with evergreens, and never see sunlight at all. For these kinds of properties, or areas in a yard that remain mostly shady, the right tree choice is vital. Not all trees can survive in shade or even partial shade. No matter how much water, fertilizer, and root stimulator you use, certain tree species simply cannot thrive without natural sunlight.
So if your property is one with mostly shade, or shady sections, and you wish to plant some new trees, be sure to educate yourself on the appropriate species to buy for optimal growth and survival. Continue reading to review a list of trees that can survive in shady, or partly-shady environments, in the Northeastern regions of the country.
Tree Species that Survive in Shade:
• Red Maple
• Sugar Maple
• American Holly
• Flowering Dogwood
• Red Mulberry
• White, Black, Red Spruce
• Eastern Hemlock
• Northern White Cedar
• Balsam Fir
• Atlantic White Cypress
• Atlantic White Cedar
• American Hornbeam
• Buckeyes
• Persimmon
• Basswood
• American Beech
Tree Species that Survive in Partial Shade:
• White, Black, Bur, and Northern Red Oak
• Easter White Pine
• American and Rock Elm
• Bald Cypress
• Green, Black, and White Ash
• Slash Pine
• Hickories
• Silver Maple
• American Chestnut
• Magnolias
• Yellow and Sweet Birch
• Hackberry
Hopefully this list of shade-tolerant tree species can help you decide which ones are a perfect fit for your landscaping needs. Contact a professional tree care company for tree transplanting advice, information about caring for newly planted trees, tree service, and more.