Best tree to grow in full shade in the Front Range area - Ask Extension
Could you please suggest the best trees that will successfully grow in a fully shaded area in the Front Range of Colorado?
Ideally, I would like the ...
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Best tree to grow in full shade in the Front Range area #869041
Asked May 18, 2024, 5:27 PM EDT
Could you please suggest the best trees that will successfully grow in a fully shaded area in the Front Range of Colorado?
Ideally, I would like the tree to be attractive and not very messy. 10 to 30 feet tall with a full canopy (to block next-door neighbor's camera aimed at our backyard and back patio.
Thank You
Boulder County Colorado
Expert Response
Hello Anne,
Thank you for reaching out to the Master Gardeners. Most trees do require some sunlight especially to reach the height you mentioned. First you will need to determine the type of shade you have in that specific location as well as if that location would be classified as dry or wet shade. Please see the link for a Plant Talk article that details both of those to help guide you. The links at the end of the article for native trees may also be helpful:
https://planttalk.colostate.edu/topics/trees-shrubs-vines/1718-trees-shrubs-shady-areas
Best,
CSU Extension Boulder County Master Gardeners
