Unlike some others on this list, serviceberry does well in full shade. They grow up to 20 feet and bloom white blossoms in spring. Their flowers are gorgeous, but they only last a short while.

Look for opportunities to plant trees where you can make a difference in your comfort and money spent cooling your home.

Trees can provide shade in your garden for decades, but if you can't wait that long, here are five fast-growing shade trees. 1. Weeping Willow Trees Weeping willows grow by up to four feet per year ...

Tulip trees are named for their cup-shaped blooms with lime green and orange coloring. These large trees grow rapidly in the right conditions, up to 2 to 3 feet each year.

Fast-growing trees help fill your landscape and add shade quickly. This Japanese maple tree variety is particularly gorgeous ...

Native fruit trees are low-maintenance, have a higher chance of survival, and offer shelter and food for local wildlife.

Of course, they will grow in the sun but are equally at home in the shade of larger trees. My favorite choice in this group is needle palm because it is so dark green and freeze-tolerant.

Shade trees don’t shade just the ground under themselves. They grow large enough to shade your house, which can save you money on cooling costs. Strategically located shade trees will increase ...

L.A. is partnering with colleges and nonprofits to launch ShadeLA, an initiative focused on tree planting, canopy design and ...

Note: Attendees of workshops held June through August will receive their shade trees on Sept. 22, 2018 when temperatures are cooler and trees can be planted. Sat., Aug. 18, 2018 ...