Bill's Great Trees Series

Arborist Bill Grundmann's top recommendations for great trees to plant in your New Jersey or Pennsylvania yard. Each article includes a description of the tree, it's preferred growing conditions, any pest and disease issues, and maintenance tips. Plus, there's a video showcasing each tree!

upper canopy of an American sycamore

American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)

Valued for its dappled shade and mottled, exfoliating bark, the American Sycamore is a large specimen tree that needs plenty of room to grow. Learn all about its preferred growing conditions, appearance, pest and disease issues, and maintenance requirements.
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Chinese chestnut ripe nuts on tree

Chinese Chestnut (Castanea mollissima)

This blight-resistant alternative to the American Chestnut has tasty edible nuts and casts a beautiful dense shade. Learn all about its preferred growing conditions, appearance, pest and disease issues, and maintenance requirements.
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copper beech tree canopy

Copper Beech (Fagus sylvatica purpurea)

Known for its beautiful burgundy foliage that turns a lovely shade of copper in fall, the copper beech is a wonderful specimen tree for larger spaces. Learn all about its preferred growing conditions, appearance, pest and disease issues, and maintenance requirements.
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