Norway maples providing shade, cooling the yard, sidewalk and street. Courtesy Summer heat may have you seeking comfort from ...

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.

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.

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 ...

Many plants cannot tolerate the sun’s direct rays, even those whose labels claim a preference for direct sun. Many plants are ...

Care requirements: Partial sun; loam or sandy, well-draining soil; moderate watering ...

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

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