With assistance from the University of Minnesota, foresters around the state are developing lists of trees that can handle tough urban conditions and will be able to adapt to climate change. Here are five trees Mueller highly recommends. Next week, I’ll list a few more unusual choices to consider.

Luckily, there are plenty of fast-growing trees that can thrive in multiple plant hardiness growing zones, for everything from privacy to flowers, shade and more. Our experts have compiled a list of the fastest-growing trees for your landscape—read on to see which fast-growing trees will work best in your yard!

Those looking for trees and shrubs for cold weather will find more hardy flowering shrubs and trees than you might think as long as you aren’t talking USDA zone 2. For zones 3 and 4, check out these deciduous plants, each with its own virtues.

Easy-to-grow and very adaptable, drought and wind tolerant when established and pest and disease resistant. Especially useful in northern zones as the branches can support a surprising weight of ice or snow without collapsing. Which are the fastest native trees for my yard?

Best fast-growing trees – 10 beautiful trees for creating size at speed. Planting fast-growing trees is the easiest way to be more eco-friendly. As well as cleaning the air, they add soul and structure to your backyard