Fast growing tree required - California

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    I want to plant a fast growing tree in my back yard, any suggestions?
     
  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    For a fast tree - if you have space for it - try Sequoia sempervirens (Coast Redwood).

    Some Eucalyptus are even faster, but are considered damaging invasive weeds in California.
     
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    alex66 Rising Contributor Maple Society 10 Years

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    Maple Negundo subsp.Negundo fast and dry resistent!!
     
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    growest Active Member 10 Years

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    Acacia's are also amazingly fast, and many could be adapted to your climate being from Australia. A. dealbata and others have great flower displays in spring.

    Wish they were hardier in my area!
     
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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Unfortunately, at least two Acacia species are listed as invasive in California (Acacia cyclops and Acacia melanoxylon)
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Better to go for the local native Acer negundo subsp. californica! But generally, this tree isn't a very good plant for garden use.
     
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    hi guys

    i have Sequoia sempervirens in my garden and Yeah they grow fasters.... I have to trim every 2 weeks but now it has grown further....


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