Selecting the Right Tree Species for Small Yards
Choosing a tree for a small yard is one of the most important decisions a homeowner can make. The right species will provide shade, privacy, wildlife habitat, and visual appeal for decades, while the wrong one can crowd out garden beds, damage paving, lift fences, or create ongoing maintenance problems. In South East Melbourne, where suburban blocks in areas such as Narre Warren, Berwick, Dandenong, Cranbourne, and Frankston often measure between 400 and 700 square metres,