I have heard people say, ” trees are no good unless you can grow something you can eat on them”, or “that tree is no good, it makes a mess with all its leaves over my roof and driveway”.

Sure, trees can also be hazardous, and tree roots can get into pipes and building footings, but I would like to focus today on some of the benefits of trees.

• Trees turn carbon dioxide into oxygen for us to breathe
• Trees provide shade
• Trees cool down surrounding areas by reducing reflected light
• Trees provide shelter in the form of wind breaks
• Trees reduce erosion of riverbanks and landscapes
• Trees are great for kids to climb around
• Trees provide food and habitat for native animals, insects and birds
• Trees provide privacy and screening
• Trees are green, a symbol of growth, regeneration, fertility and nature.
• Trees beautify our landscape, just look at new housing developments and see how stark and oppressed they seem compared to well established leafy suburbs surrounded by trees

Where would we be without trees? Plant a tree today, but plant the right tree. The right tree can provide all the benefits above for the cost of a few dollars. Seek some advice from an Arborist on which tree is best for your garden. If you live on the Central Coast, Gosford or Wyong Shires we offer this free tree service Consultation to our readers.