Don't have a green thumb...
By mgmagana
@mgmagana (3618)
United States
July 29, 2007 10:50pm CST
i need a nice tree to plant in front of my house, when i bought my house, the builders put one but someone took it! so i need a nice replacement. i saw one at savemart for 15 dollars and it has pink flowers, any one know the name? it was really nice, so any ideas?! please help!
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3 responses
@coolseeds (3919)
• United States
30 Jul 07
If you are looking for the name of a specific tree you will have to be more descriptive. Pink flowers is not a lot of effort on your part.
What is the zone where you reside? What do you want such as color of flowers and the size of the tree?
If you give more information I can help you.
@mgmagana (3618)
• United States
30 Jul 07
well i don't have much of a front yard so any tree under maybe 20 ft high and not too wide either. i live in zone 7a. i know about the pink flowers thing, that's all i could think of, b/c like i said i don't know squat about plants or trees. but i trees with pretty flowers, so i could use ur opinion on wut u would recommend!
@coolseeds (3919)
• United States
31 Jul 07
There are several trees that you can choose. The flowers come in different colors but those listed can be found with pink flowers. There are also varieties that are larger than 20' so you have to make sure you get the right one.
Dogwood
Hibiscus
Hydrangea
Crabapple and Apple
Prunus which includes Cherry, Plum, Peach and similar fruits.
Protea
Robinia
There are several others but these will get you started. Your best bet will probably be dogwood and ornamental cherries. I prefer the cherry tree because you get flowers in the spring and fruits that will attract birds later on in the season.
Good luck and if you have any questions please feel free to ask.
@izathewzia (5134)
• Philippines
27 Mar 08
My mom used to tell me, I just plant & plant until i am used to it. Planting is also an art. It must be learned on how to do properly. And you must be committed to your plants so you will not be oblige in taking care of it. Rather you enjoy every moment you are doing it.
