

Refill the hole with the dirt you removed, gently tamp down soil, and water well. Research has shown that putting amendments only into the hole causes the tree’s roots to stay in the tiny hole instead of spreading out into the native soil. It’s fine to add compost to improve soil texture, but mix it into the entire planting bed, not just in the hole itself. Red Maple (Acer rubrum) This tree grows 60 feet tall and 40 feet wide with a loosely pyramidal shape. When you're ready to plant, dig a hole that’s the same depth as the root ball planting too deep is a common mistake! Remove the container, or if it’s balled and burlapped, cut off the burlap and wire because some burlap won’t decompose. Here are the 12 best fast-growing shade trees to plant now. This fast growing shade tree is a great addition to your landscape as it has beautiful fragrant flowers in the spring time. The Evergreen Pear tree is a favorite in Arizona as it grows fast to its mature height of about 20’. This is the Fairmont version of the Maidenhair tree, distinguished by its name Gingkgobiloba ‘Fairmont’. The elms width and height provides excellent shade and grows quickly.

It is also one of the faster-growing trees available and in good conditions may grow three feet per year. When planting, steer clear of utility lines, driveways, and-of course-your house, to give the tree plenty of room to stretch its branches and roots. At a maximum height of 50 feet tall, it can provide a ton of shade. Trees provide shelter and food for wildlife, and when you plant your own you get to watch it grow up! Make sure to choose a variety that will survive winters in your area (check your USDA Hardiness zone here) and read the plant description to learn its mature height and width. Fast-Growing Shade Trees Northern Red Oak Photo by Danita Delimont/Alamy Freeman Maple Photo by Thomas Pope/Missouri Botanical Garden Green Vase Zelkova. If you want a tree that gives an excellent shade, you can count on American Sycamore’s many branches to provide it. It grows up to six feet a year and blooms with dense leaves and a thick canopy.

Want to add some shade to your garden, patio, or deck? Trees are the answer. The American Sycamore is one of the most popular fast growing trees for privacy.
