How to Group Spring Ornamental Trees by Bloom Order

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Choosing the right group of ornamental trees that will provide color to your property for the longest amount of time is an exact science. This gardening philosophy, which is also known as sequencing, seeks to create a panorama of color throughout the spring months by positioning and planting ornamental trees by bloom order.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

Landscape plan
Landscape architect or arborist

Step1

Decide which type of spring ornamental trees you want to plant by visiting a local arboretum or outdoor nursery. You can ask an arborist or horticulturist specific questions about the size of each tree when mature and when each tree blooms in your specific climate zone. You should also address any other concerns you may have about grouping and spacing for maximum effect.

Step2

Determine whether you want to group your spring ornamental trees by bloom order to prolong the amount of color on your property for as long as possible, or whether you want to highlight certain parts of your yard or garden at certain times of the year.

Step3

Group your spring ornamental trees by bloom order to maximize curb appeal for your home. When planning how to group the trees, take the time to exit your property and see how everything will look to people who are passing by your home. By coming up with an effective way to show off all of your flowering trees, you may actually increase the value of your property.

Step4

Draw up a plan to group your ornamental spring trees on a piece of paper before you plant a single sapling. You must take the time to map out the spacing for each tree, and decide how much area you have with which to work. Remember, most spring ornamental trees need plenty of sunlight to produce the most blossoms and fruit, and by grouping these trees too closely, you can limit their natural beauty.

Step5

Hire a landscape architect or arborist to help you group spring ornamental trees according to their bloom order. It's not enough to read gardening books to find out which species blooms first, since the climate and local soil conditions can affect this greatly. A landscape artist or arborist knows your specific area well, and can tell you exactly where to place your flowering trees for the best results.

Tips & Warnings

Consult with a climate zone map to determine whether each ornamental tree will thrive and bloom in your particular region. The YardLover website has a helpful map you can use (see Resources below).