Are you constantly contending with patches of excess water in your yard? Here is the native tree you should consider planting ...

1.) Pick durable plants. Not even all sun-loving plants will survive on a full-sun slope. You’ll need plants that also have roots that can penetrate compacted soil and go down and out, preferably fast ...

The extra time and effort spent on proper tree planting is a small investment for the long dividends paid by a tree in the garden.