Our suburban home lot is partly wooded. As trees age and die there are thinning areas--not as woody. Is there a good tree to plan to replenish the ...
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what trees to plant in the woods #928098
Asked April 11, 2026, 3:38 PM EDT
Our suburban home lot is partly wooded. As trees age and die there are thinning areas--not as woody. Is there a good tree to plan to replenish the wooded area ?
Washington CountyMinnesota
Expert Response
For large trees, look for red pin or bur oak, sugar maple, linden, ironwood or hackberry. Shrubs could include serviceberry or elderberry. To learn more data on selecting and planting trees, see https://extension.umn.edu/find-plants/trees-and-shrubs