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We have a street tree that died and need to replace it. We want to choose the right type of tree that will grow to the appropriate size and have a ro...
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Asked May 25, 2024, 7:42 PM EDT
We have a street tree that died and need to replace it. We want to choose the right type of tree that will grow to the appropriate size and have a root structure that doesn’t damage sidewalks. We also want it to be a tree that thrives in the Willamette Valley.
Do you have an arborist who can send a list a suitable trees to us?
Polk County Oregon
Expert Response
Dear Heidi,
Thank you for contacting us about choosing a street tree. You might contact your local conservation district or municipality which should have suggestions for street trees.
Here is a list from the city of Salem that may be helpful:
https://www.cityofsalem.net/community/natural-environment-climate/trees-and-plants/select-and-plant-a-street-tree
This list from the City of Eugene may also be useful:
https://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/View/39567/Approved-Street-Tree-List-and-Planting-Guide?bidId=
I'd like to suggest that you also consider the litter created by various trees. At one time, cities considered sweetgum to be a good street tree, but these produce a lot of debris.
I hope this information is helpful. If I can provide any additional information, please write again.
Thank you for contacting us about choosing a street tree. You might contact your local conservation district or municipality which should have suggestions for street trees.
Here is a list from the city of Salem that may be helpful:
https://www.cityofsalem.net/community/natural-environment-climate/trees-and-plants/select-and-plant-a-street-tree
This list from the City of Eugene may also be useful:
https://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/View/39567/Approved-Street-Tree-List-and-Planting-Guide?bidId=
I'd like to suggest that you also consider the litter created by various trees. At one time, cities considered sweetgum to be a good street tree, but these produce a lot of debris.
I hope this information is helpful. If I can provide any additional information, please write again.
