Select a species. Contact a nursery to find out which trees grow best in your area. Once you’ve done your research, look for a “potted tree that’s 6- to 8-feet tall, with well-spaced symmetrical branches, intact bark, and spot-free leaves.”
Scout your spot. Don’t start digging just anywhere. “Visualize your tree’s full-grown size, and think about where the shadow will fall.” Large trees (those that will measure 50 feet tall at maturity) should be planted “at least 15 feet” from any structure or concrete.
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