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Best tree #868574

Asked May 15, 2024, 2:47 PM EDT

Looking for replacement trees for my front yard, where the trees all broke during the last ice storm

Lane County Oregon

Expert Response

There is no "one best tree" for a yard. Since you had so much breakage, here are two hints for stronger trees. Also, if the soil is exceptionally loose, more damage is likely.
https://extension.oregonstate.edu/forests/health-managment/why-some-trees-can-stand-ice-storms
https://extension.oregonstate.edu/forests/health-managment/why-some-trees-can-stand-ice-storms

Patricia Patterson Replied May 16, 2024, 6:54 PM EDT

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