Being in the southern region of the United States, Alabama is known for its warm and humid climate, which is an ideal condition for trees to grow. And while most of them are self-sustaining, they still need routine tree maintenance to thrive and live long. Below are some excellent options for adding trees to your yard to liven up the space.

What Trees Are Commonly Found in Alabama?

1. Longleaf Pine

Alabama’s official state tree, the longleaf pine, is among the most robust, as it can withstand high winds, tornadoes, and other strong forces of nature. Its thick bark grows tall, reaching heights of up to 120 feet with proper tree maintenance, producing purple and yellow-red flowers and cones in different shades of purple.  

2. Yellow Poplar

Often called a tulip tree, the fast-growing yellow poplar derives its alternate moniker from its tulip-shaped, lobed leaves arranged alternately. Once it flowers, it produces similarly shaped greenish-yellow blooms. It is one of the tallest hardwoods in the east, ranging from 70 to 90 feet.

3. White Oak

White oak is native to America’s north but can be found in some states of other regions as well. Its average height is between 80 and 100 feet, often with a scaly, dark-gray to white bark that fans out to large branches. This creates a wide crown of shiny green, round-lobed leaves that turn red or purple in autumn.

4. Sweetgum

A huge, deciduous tree that can grow as tall as 120 feet, the sweetgum of the oak family has wood good for floors and furniture. Its brown bark produces a resin-like solid used to make chewing gum. Its crown tapers to the top, changing shape when it sheds its star-shaped leaves as they turn yellow, orange, or purple in the fall.

5. Dogwood

Dogwood is popular for its beauty. With proper tree maintenance, it can live up to 80 years and bloom every spring with clusters of yellow or white flowers. Its alligator skin-like bark extends outward horizontally, creating a widely spread crown highlighting its magnificence despite heights of only 20 to 40 feet. 

Spruce up your garden by planting some of the above trees. As they will need tree maintenance, turn to Attaway Tree Service in Moody, AL, for assistance. They offer a full range of tree services, from routine pruning to stump grinding, to keep your trees healthy. Call (205) 529-5380 or visit their website to see how their ISA-certified arborist can help you.