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Originally Posted by optv13sp
I am trying to decide what tree I should plant. I do not want to plant a palm tree. I want a tree which will provide shade for our patio without blocking our beautiful view so I want a tree with a canopy that starts at about 10 feet. I'm considering a Laurel Oak or Live Oak because they keep some of their leaves through the winter months. However, I keep hearing about how messy they are. Those of you who have these trees in your yard, what do you think? Do they drop their leaves year round, therefore, your yard has brown leaves on it all the time?
Please share your experience and ideas about what tree might provide shade without blocking the view at eye level.
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Laurel Oak- weed of the tree family!
Quercus hemisphaerica
Just paid a $1000 to have one of these

taken down. Dr. Boogie I know what you mean!