Planting Trees Can Cut Your Energy Costs
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Planting Trees to Lower Your Energy Costs
Trees are more than just a beautiful addition to your yard; they offer significant energy savings. By providing shade and acting as natural insulators, trees can effectively reduce your heating and cooling expenses.
The Benefits of Tree Shade
According to Lance Walheim, a Bayer Advanced™ Garden Expert and contributor to Sunset magazine, strategically planting and maintaining trees can significantly cut your utility bills. To understand this, think about a walk through the woods on a hot day?"it's noticeably cooler, right? Leaves block the sun’s rays. In winter, bare trees let sunlight through while acting as windbreakers, reducing windchill.
The Colorado State University Cooperative Extension states that properly placed trees can reduce winter heating bills by up to 25% and summer cooling costs by 50%. By shading your home’s east and west sides, you can take advantage of the sun's path. Keep the south side unshaded to let in sunlight during the colder months, warming your home naturally.
Choosing and Planting Trees
To maximize benefits, choose a tree that's 25 to 50 feet tall with a large canopy. This size will shade a single-story home effectively without overwhelming your property. Plant trees at least 10 feet from your foundation to avoid root damage, and consider placing them further away to prevent storm damage. Your local garden center can advise on the best species for your area.
Maintaining Healthy Trees
Protecting your trees from pests is crucial for longevity. Insects are a major risk, destroying more trees annually than wildfires. Bayer Advanced Tree & Shrub Insect Control with Merit provides year-long protection against pests like Japanese beetles and the Emerald Ash Borer. Simply mix and apply at the tree base for systemic absorption through the roots.
All Bayer Advanced products come with a money-back guarantee, ensuring satisfaction.
By planting and caring for trees effectively, you can enjoy a more comfortable home and save on energy costs, all while enhancing the beauty and value of your property.
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