I live in the WNW of Illinois. What is the best kind of tree for me to plant?

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I live in the WNW of Illinois. What is the best kind of tree for me to plant?

My wife and I would like a fast growing shade tree (max height .... 30 to 40 ft.) that attracts birds and squirles.

2007-08-08 17:02:46 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape

Also...... when is the best time to plant?

2007-08-08 17:03:20 · update #1

2 answers

University of Illinois Extension - University of Illinois at Urbana ...
http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/state/
Contacting your Illinois Extention is your bet bet for information on the trees.
Good Luck

White oak is a good one
http://www.english-gardening.com/Plants/state_trees_state_flowers.htm
White Oak
http://www.treehelp.com/trees/oak/species-oak-types-white.asp
White oak is stronger than most trees. ...

2007-08-08 18:19:03 · answer #1 · answered by LucySD 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

huh?

2007-08-08 17:10:47 · answer #2 · answered by A-Rod 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋