White Pines are our nightmare. I don't personally know of anyone who plants them intentionally, especially near houses, but that doesn't mean you are safe from their presence. and recommend that you don't either, unless you are a glutton for punishment... and these trees WILL punish you. I see some comments about trees that I would say are normal for trees that lose their leaves in the fall. The seeds and fruit from this tree are one and the same, commonly known as gum balls (and not the nice kind). I've got 3 crape myrtles and they don't drop much and are gorgeous. The bristlecone pine is a good example. What's worse, these sweet gum balls (again, not to be confused with sweet gumballs!) Then all the leaves, dirt, and other outside debris sticks to the resin and tracks into your house. We have several large full size pines surrounding our pool. Arizona has a few varieties of evergreen trees that don’t lose leaves in the winter time! I saw a yard once that was bordered by 12 sweet gum trees. They are enjoyable, ornamental trees. Don’t plant a tree too deeply. Unless you want your yard to turn into a forest, you’ll probably want to stay away from these. There are some fast-growing shade trees that are not recommended. The Norway spruce has the quickest needle droprate of all popular Christmas trees however, and not recommended for any Christmas Tree that will remain indoors for any length of time. The former lose all their leaves in fall and winter, while the latter keeps them pretty much year round, losing them very gradually. First they drop their leaves, then the seed pods which are inside what appears to be a cross between a leaf and a flower petal. Voted up for interesting! I received two slips from friend. We are new to Idaho and love it, but we have a tree that is creating mess in front yard. They don't just shed twigs, either. Particularly when planting near roads, buildings or parked cars. So as much as I love them, the mess is neverending. } catch(e) {}. The sticky substance seeping out of trees called sap is a vital part of the tree’s life. Some of these North American trees are astonishingly old. I have millions of little brown flakes that fall from my beech trees, they get everywhere, I spend lots of hours trying to sweep them up, once I've done it I turn around and they are back, they drive me mad. Then small pods that look like fly larvae. Up, useful and interesting votes. Try looking up a Flamboyant tree. I've been told that now the only kind of Cottonwood you can buy is "cottonless" but, boy, the older trees are horrible. Open until 5PM-Sundays 5PM. Login. I am killing off about 1000 of those seedlings every year. According to the forestry service, oaks are more likely than other trees to be struck by lightning, (with beeches being the least likely.) This was the funniest and most informative article i have read in aome time. Where there are neighbors to clean up... you will find 20 - 50 bags of these balls out for waste pickup. The tree’s large roots can even damage the foundation of your house. Its a lovely oak, and a bee tree, but I'm glad it's not my job to clean off the sidewalk. Read on for the top 12 trees fit for small spaces. At the bottom of the page, you will find a list of more messy trees to avoid, as well as a list of comparatively low-maintenance trees. Thanks for sharing! Right now, I'm smack dab in the pecan catkins removal stage. But what if one day you look out the window and realize that it’s mid-winter and your tree hasn’t lost its leaves. Plums--squishy, rotting fruit through July and August, squashed all over your walkways and patio. The "plums of Damocles." lead photo (Photo by ChinaFotoPress/ChinaFotoPress via Getty Images). Mimosa trees are undoubtedly lovely, but the mess they make is not! I swear it dropped leaves 365 days a year and the leaves were a great pain to rake up. !! Her writing has been published on several websites, and she enjoys writing articles and short stories in her spare time. That’s what these trees offer. The sweet gum balls can also be turned into interesting craft projects—a far more common use for the tree's dried seed pods. Filthy black mold on leaves, too. Barbara Radisavljevic from Templeton, CA on October 15, 2012: Wow! _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-mobile-inverted-source'); Skip to Content. Cost us $1,500. The ones in NC are probably the same as the ones here in OK. Once this tree comes to your yard, it’s coming in full force. try { I would never, ever, again buy a home where one of these trees is within a MILE. If you have large, well-established trees, you may tolerate the cons because you are reticent to sacrifice the tree's shade for the time it takes a newer model to grow to adulthood. Tree roots pushed it out of ground. My community has sweet gum trees planted in front of every house. and the above-mentioned slips and falls. or they can be a nightmare. . These trees also like to drop twigs constantly but they provide wonderful shade so I won't be getting rid of them. If you have one of the non-sterile varieties, it will shed not only its leaves, but also thousands of "gum balls". Sweet gum balls can be a major yard hazard, and they're not easy to clean up. I love seeing them far away, in other people's yards! . For people, these trees can be a huge pain with all of the pollen they produce. When most people think of trees they think of sturdy fixtures that have the potential to live for hundreds of years. Magnolia trees are both beautiful and strong, but they attract a lot of bees, which could lead to problems for obvious reasons. In the spring, they might produce lovely flowers, and in the autumn, some brilliantly colored leaves. LIke a window, perhaps. The first consideration is the size of the site. I just tolerated his comments because I wasn't going to de-plant them, haha. Once they fall in the ground, and people start stepping on them, it’s not a good situation. It can also stain driveways, patios, landscaping, and outdoor furniture. Over time, these trees tend to develop strange ugly-looking spots on their leaves. Heavy snow or ice or … I was glad to leave the magnolias behind, for sure. The ones I see in NC are HUGE and have a waxier leaf. The first one is a dark, armor-plated outer shell (may be green when it first falls) If you find the pecans still imprisoned thusly, you have to either wait for this husk to fall off, or you have to work a little harder for your snack. 20 Types of Trees You Do Not Want Growing In Your Yard. Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on October 13, 2012: @Billy--Thank you very much! This pollen/sap mixture can actually be sticky enough to rip apart a windshield wiper blade if you accidentally turn on the wipers before scraping the glass! Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on October 13, 2012: Our home is surrounded by large oak trees and whether it is due to last years severe drought in Houston or not...they are dropping acorns this year like never before. So unless you actually plan on spending time taking care of your trees, these aren’t for you. In a small yard, fast-growing shade trees that grow to 40-50 feet (12-15 m) might be fine unless they spread very wide. As you can imagine, evergreen trees are far less messy! Here is the absolute worst tree I have had to put up with: Goldenball Lead tree. Ginkgo Trees produce a fruit that, to put it plainly, stinks. Yes it has beautiful pink flowers in spring and red berries for winter interest but what a mess and a lot of work to remove seedlings and saplings that sprout up through out the spring and summer. And the lemon--a tree from hell, with 3" thorns everywhere and hundreds of pounds of lemons that fall like bombs and break any plants beneath them. One possibility is that the warmer autumns we have been experiencing may be preventing some kinds of trees such as oaks, beech, and your Japanese maple from dropping their leaves. The "fruit" produced by the females is a smelly, slippery nuisance, meaning that they don't make good street trees. They don’t ask for a cup of tea in a parched voice—oh, no—trees get weird. Generally the popular Christmas trees such as the Fraser fir, Noble fir, and Nordmann fir, have excellent needle retention and holding characteristics. As to the magnolia trees...I like looking at them but would not want the mess in my yard. Allow the bell-shaped roots to protrude out of the ground. Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on June 15, 2014: @moofish. To help support its growth, the tree produces the jug lone toxin, which can be deadly to other plants and trees growing nearby. But I have a small yard. I'm ready to plant a three trees in my back yard (medium sized), but I have a daughter who is allergic to bees. Nancy Yager from Hamburg, New York on October 17, 2012: Great pictures you used as examples of these trees. My home owners experience has been a hard lesson with trees. Trees That Drip a Lot of Sap. A heavy wind or ice storm will take out whole branches, some of which are the size of small trees themselves. They also deposit an absolutely incredible tonnage of leaves, and not just a few at a time. . Four years later I have these huge trees that drop branches all the time-but when it storms the large branches drop. Not to mention the sticky pollen that coated the sap and created a pasty substance that will eventually eat the paint. Mulberry trees are great for silkworms, but that’s about it. Like the catalpa tree, the pecan tree sheds just about everything. These trees grow quickly, require a lot of upkeep and attention in order to stay healthy. This is no doubt why people thought it was handy to plant pecan trees close to their houses. So boost your tree by stirring a couple of spoonfuls of sugar into the water before you give it to the tree Alternatively, feed the tree with some full-sugar lemonade mixed into water. Denise Handlon from North Carolina on October 14, 2012: I had no idea that the oak was so frequently struck by lightening. The 12 Best Trees for Small Spaces and Front Yards . MONDAY-SATURDAY 7:30AM-5PM SUNDAY 9AM - 5PM. I guess they like the warmer climates. Question: Are there crabapple trees that don't drop anything? It was easier to poke them with a sharp stick. Constant battle. Yeah. Beware the sweet gum! It makes a distinct sound when the wind blows through the leaves and it produces large, white flowers that fill the air with sweet perfume. These little black seeds then start to grow their own crop of trees everywhere they come to rest soil or not. Oh...and the raking job that lies ahead. The third was a sweet gum in front yard by drive way, well after I stepped on one of the darn hard balls and turned my ankle going to my car. One lovely old pecan tree that I know all too well once produced over 100 pounds of shelled pecans one season. This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional. My gutters were constantly full . Now only 1 weed sapling (it’s life unsured ) First one Elm tree died, back with Dutch Elm disease, cost us to have removed from city street where it fell. The acorns are not such a problem for us - I think they are mostly eaten by mice. All of the cones had to be gathered daily by hand, and disposal was a challenge. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-mobile-inverted-img'); So why didn’t my tree lose its leaves, you ask. They need to be trimmed and pruned when their branches hang low, and someone has to clean up after they have shed their flowers, leaves, and other baubles. I will definitely use this if I ever move, but I have to add the Cottonwood to your list. Magnolias are a traditional element in southern landscaping. Just step outside, and there will be all the pecans you can eat right for the taking! This tree may be great for providing shade, but its rapid growth can lead to brittle wood which can break easily during storms. I have seen some reasonably young, supposedly supple pecans drop branches in just a light thunderstorm. It will still create the same mess as its larger relative, but on a much smaller scale. Thanks for sharing this information. NOTE: Pecan trees are also inviting to web worms, and you will often find worms and other bugs under the dense carpet of leaves, inside the husks, and burrowed into the pecans. FAST GROWING TREES. Two huge garbage bags full! If you brush up against the leaves, you might find yourself covered in little friends. When choosing a trees specimen to plant near your swimming pool, take into account: Leaf drop: Make sure the tree you choose has minimal leaf drop and it is not messy.You will not want to clean seed pots, fruit, dead flowers, leaves, and other plant and tree debris from your pool filter. They are like baseballs, easily capable of taking out a window or knocking a person unconscious. and I hope you really like pecan pies. If you don't like showoffs, don't choose the sweet acacia for your yard. If you have allergies you’ll definitely want to stay far away from these trees because mountain cedars produce a ton of pollen. I can testify to the oak shedding twigs and small branches. I was amazed to hear that oaks are the most likely to be struck by lightning. Planting in the right location and performing tree maintenance, like pruning and watering, are critical to a tree's health. Note: Like sweet gum balls, acorns (and pecans too) can be used in a variety of craft projects. If you love pecans, then having your own tree is probably worth the work for you. The oaks are a little un-nerving when you think how many are planted close to homes and businesses. For years we had very large, old oaks that rarely lost a twig during high winds. Don't forget that pecan wood smells heavenly in a fireplace, and when used in a smoker gives meat a savory flavor. They said " only if you take them all." Then during another storm that dad gum Oak tree thanked us by getting hit by lightning. When most people plant trees, it’s because they want them to be around for a while. Bottom line: Don't plant fruit trees unless you are a fruit farmer!!!! They where removed and the maintenance on the pool became much easier. Our local park and city landscaping along some of our streets are full of sweet gum trees, and I was contemplating getting one because of their beautiful fall colors. We do have an oak tree on the property, but it's very far from the house and garden areas, all by itself. If none of this bothers you, then you will gather your nuts with joy and think of pecan pies . Who doesn't like pecans? Fell BEFORE it stormed. I hate them!!!!! The tree leaves didn’t drop in winter. Trees can be a gorgeous and worthwhile addition to your yard . Trees are valuable to the urban environment and an investment of your time and money. Ugh! You didn't want to mow over too many of them, because they would congeal under the mower and create a mess. Sycamore trees are popular, but if they don’t get enough water they can develop ‘cankers’ on their trunk. By sticking with male gingko tree selections like ‘Autumn Gold,’ ‘Fairmount,’ and ‘Saratoga,’ you can ensure a fruit- and odor-free yard year-round. . Then I started to change the landscaping in that area and I realized what I was getting myself into. Here are some recommended trees for us lazy landscapers, but keep in mind that while these trees don't shed as drastically as the five listed above, they do still drop leaves, fruit, flowers, etc. I lived in Southern California with a pool in ground, and two 90 foot canary island pine trees. My mother loved magnolia trees and we had one in our front yard in Michigan, along with maples and fruit trees in the back yard. I asked someone for enough to make a tree. However, they require lots of water, and when it is not available – they seek it from wherever they can, including: sewage pipelines and other underground water sources. Not all real Christmas trees are equal, and the best types of Christmas trees for you depend on whether you want a nice aroma, easy clean-up or strong branches. What are the common problems of each of these trees? In addition to the twigs and branches, they shed their leaves. I had never seen the little ones before with the petite blossoms. The thing had broken into every irrigation, drainage system it could. My husband said Thanks, then cut it down himself. It's surface roots were everywhere and nearly breaking into my patio. Ugh! I rated it up and am sharing. But the same objection can't be leveled at the males since they lack this undesirable feature. Obviously they have never fallen on a pile of them! And that do not draw lightning! . The later arrivals, oak and beech, have not. @Peggy--Thanks for the comment and votes. These spiky balls are one reason you might not want to plant sweet gums too close to the house. It was an absolute monster to remove compared to any normal tree I've removed. I never suspected. I suppose in some places the cones are seasonal, but in southeast Oklahoma, they fell all year. Denise Handlon from North Carolina on October 15, 2012: Hi Sharkye11-I just added your hub to my Tree hub. Far far away from mine. I moved into my Oakland, CA home 10 years ago, and the main trees in the yard were a lemon tree (no special cultivar), several plum trees, and several loquats, I advise, NEVER plant ANY of these trees anywhere you might want to go near. var _g1; If the outer shells have already fallen off, then you will have a million of these too. _g1.classList.remove('lazyload'); 5 Trees That’ll Withstand the Worst Storms and Still Look Gorgeous. At one time, ladies wanted to keep their skin as creamy and white as the flowers of this tree. Not only can they wound you if you slip and fall onto them, but they can also roll unexpectedly, causing sprained ankles . As daylight diminishes in fall, the leaves of deciduous trees are no longer needed and are shed, allowing the trees to survive winter. Second one very Large Oak during Ice storm 2009 broke limbs... one when thru patio swing top, one thru husbands truck window, one when thru roof of house. There are two main kinds of tree: deciduous and evergreen. Trees can be a great addition to the landscape of any yard. Have you noticed that a few broadleaf trees change color in fall, but don't drop their leaves? Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on October 15, 2012: Thank you, Les Trois Chenes for the great comment. First they blow out huge clouds of pollen for a couple of weeks in the spring. Not just because of the litter, but because with our tornadoes and bad storms, we need trees that are much stronger. If you are looking for big trees grown faster, these fast growing trees will do the job! 4 They Have Audible Angst. This is designed to be absorbed by roots and won’t benefit cut trees or flowers. I live in Limousin, S W France now, and the whole area is covered in oak and sweet chestnut woodlands. Call Us: (602) 388-1529. Is there a way to stop Crepe Myrtles from blooming and making a huge mess on my patio? I could not stand the thing. Gum balls may sound appetizing, but in reality, they are neither sweet nor edible. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-inverted-img'); Come shop the best and biggest selections for desert trees from Moon Valley Nursery! Unlike pine cones, magnolia cones are not brittle. So why did we bother to rake up all the leaves and petals when we lived "way out in the boonies"? Silver Maple Tree ... October is the best time to plant a tree but don’t plant before mid September. There are a number of varieties available that produce and drop fewer pods. . When you buy that new home in April, you might not realize that those majestic trees that won your heart at the showing may eventually make you despise your yard. About the time that is done they literally rain the tiny yellow flowers so numerous that we have to sweep daily sometimes more than once to keep the concrete patio from feeling like you are walking on a cushion. (There is another variety of loquat, the Bronze Loquat, however, which is beautiful and apparently without the useless fruit.) They also tend to have very weak branches which is always a no-no. If you do decide to take the plunge and replace those messy trees with lower-maintenance trees, you may have to wait a while before your landscape looks complete. I actually read an article defending those trees, saying that sweet gum balls were soft and pretty. Like you indicated, it is just about a daily job to keep the ground cleared out from underneath that type of tree. When picking a tree, ask if the trees holds its fruit. I don't know about cooler climates, but in the Oklahoman heat, sweet gum trees ooze amber sap that sticks to your shoes when you walk across the yard. This tree has very large, heart-shaped leaves, which look incredibly lush and well-groomed during the spring and summer. Neighbor had a fit. Don't forget to watch for the worms. These trees can often cause certain problems, especially when being planted in a yard. And they are home to the catalpa worm. So very insightful and informative. You have given the lazy and not so lazy gardeners something to consider when planting trees. If you can't handle that then get an apartment. We have a Silver Maple and a Catalpa in our yard, I would rather have the Catalpa any day. If you'd rather cook than craft, you can also make your own acorn flour. I love oak trees for their shade, their amazing size, and of course all the folklore and legends that surround them. These trees are beautiful to own, but they do require a lot of love and care. These Trees drop MILLIONS of them good for nothing balls. Four years ago, I moved into a tiny home built in 1936. You definitely don’t want to plant a tree in your yard that could easily fall on your or your house. I don't know how they managed to never look bare. I do know we never had to gather kindling wood for the winter because it was always available just outside the door. Spray the sweet gums with a growth regulator (Florel for one) in the spring when they are flowering. It had a slow growth. These trees may be nice to look at, but they can cause some serious problems, especially if planted close to your home. Cleaning up the magnolia litter was a dreaded chore. _g1.setAttribute('src', _g1.getAttribute('data-src') ); Whether this is due to their height, or the fact that there are more species of oaks in some places than other trees, it is still something to take into consideration if you have an oak planted too close to your house. I am not sorry for having it chopped down - I am sure I am one of the few that don't like this classic Southern tree. Beautiful tree (my shrubs are 20 feet tall or more) but they drop SOMETHING year round. I grew up with large silver maples and while in spring they do have their 'wing' drop it's not much and the next lawn mowing gets rid of them. Tiny beetles called emerald ash borers are capable of wiping out these trees completely. If you want a truly no-maintenance tree, you'll have to go artificial! Tree man came saw the tips of leaves burned and knew that tree was done, lightning hit top of tree and traveled down thru middle of trunk. What a mistake. They are a hardy, easy-care choice—as long as you don’t plant female gingko trees, which drop messy fruit that is so smelly, it will make your time outside unbearable. Also known as weeping willows, these trees can be beautiful to look at. . Paid $350 but now there gone! I have used the sweet gum balls in craft projects and the people were HAPPY to have me collect them from their yard. Of course the answer to the first problem is to get a woodburning stove, and to the second - a pig! It has brilliantly colored autumn foliage, much like the maple tree, which makes it stand out when trees start putting on their fall fashion show. Now I have an oak tree that can drop a tree-sized limb if someone sneezes inside the house. In other trees, the abscission layer cuts the flow of water and nutrients to the leaf, which then dies and readily breaks away and falls to the ground. They are hard, brown, spiky balls that can create some serious hazards. We used to live in a house with a small front yard that had not one, but two sweet gum trees in front. _g1.classList.remove('lazyload'); Tree sap can do extensive damage to the paint on your house and car. Deciduous trees drop their leaves in one heap in autumn, whereas evergreen trees, shed their leaves over the whole 12 months of the year. Maidenhair trees are also pollution-tolerant. The petals were leathery, wet, and tough. You forgot to mention Texas Umbrella (China Berry) trees. Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) As a Southerner, it is very difficult to insult this beautiful … I mean.. when I bought the house I though, that's a cool maple. All trees have their pros and cons. Ash trees are pretty cool. Several trees in the Fraxinus genus are seedless, including the “Raywood” ash (Fraxinus angustifolia “Raywood”), a 35-foot-tall deciduous tree that turns purple and red in fall. Here are 20 types of trees you do not want growing in your yard. Make that worms. 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