Trees are a type of plant that, due to their size, should be considered the pillars of the garden Around which the rest of the plants will grow and where, if you want, other decorative elements will be placed, such as decorative figures that will finish giving life to the space.
However, it is not always easy to choose the best location for them, so we are going to tell you how to use trees to decorate.
Measure your garden
The first thing to do is to know how many meters we have available, since the power to choose some tree species or others will depend on it. Although they can be pruned, the reality is that not all trees support pruning the same, nor do they develop the same after having been done, so there are certain plants that are not recommended to prune, such as flamboyans.
Choose the most suitable trees
Just as important as knowing how many meters we have is choosing those species that can really grow well outdoors for years, taking into account the type of soil in the garden. So that, It is highly advisable to take a look at the trees that grow near where we live, and then go to the nurseries in the area to get the ones we like the most.
Create a show of color
Trees can not only provide shade, but they also have other qualities that attract a lot of attention. One of them is flowering: there are species whose flowers are very, very showy, like those of the Bauhinia, lagerstroemia or Chorisia; and another of them the ability to dye their leaves in very beautiful colors, like the vast majority of deciduous trees (arces, beech, horse chestnut, among others).
If they are planted in a large area reserved only for them, or if you choose to put one or another in the areas of special interest in the garden such as the relaxation area, we will achieve an idyllic space.
Be careful with the roots
Ficus roots can destroy pipes and lift soil without problem.
There are certain trees, such as Ficus or eucalyptus, whose roots are especially destructive. If you don't know if a species is dangerous or not, there are some things you can look at to find out:
- Domed trunk.
- Thick branches.
- Despite being short (1m or less) and being in a large pot (about 30-35cm), roots grow out of the drainage holes.
Of course, this is not always the case, but it can serve as a guide. If you need more information, we recommend this article.
Ideas to decorate with trees
Here are some ideas for decorating with trees:
