#TreesAreKey

One of the main tenants of tree planting is, "Right Tree, Right Place." This saying means you should match your tree species to the spot you are going to plant. We talk about this in Episode 24, "Species Selection is Key." It is important to understand your soil and find a tree that can tolerate those conditions and thrive.

#SpeciesSpotlight

The Eastern Redbud Cercis canadensis var. canadensis is also called Judas-Tree. This deciduous, Texas native is a small or medium-sized tree, usually less than 40 feet tall and a trunk to 12" in diameter, with arching branches that form a wide, flat-topped crown.