Trees that Help Block Wind & Why They're Beneficial

Talking Trees with Davey Tree

Eric Countryman from Davey's East Pittsburgh office shares some trees that can act as a windbreak for your properties and houses, and why they are beneficial.

In this episode we cover:

• Working outside (0:58)
• Why windbreaks are helpful (1:53)
• Choosing a tree based on zone (3:11)
• Holiday winter storm in 2022 (4:34)
• Green giant (6:03)
  • Deer resistance (6:46)
  • Availability (7:42)
  • Where to plant? (10:27)
• Colder climate windbreak trees (12:15)
• Warmer climate windbreak trees (13:29)
• Can you plant trees in January? (15:03)
• Pittsburgh season so far (16:02)
• Building relationships with clients (16:55)

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To learn more about the best trees for blocking wind, read our blog, The Best Trees for Blocking Wind and Windbreak (By Zone).
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