Planting Trees Near Your Driveway Does parking in your driveway mean climbing into a hot car every summer? Is your home’s curb appeal missing something? Investing in landscaping can boost property value and beauty—and driveway-lining trees are a popular way to do both. If you’d like to add shade and color along a bare driveway, check out this guide from the tree-trimming team at Vital Tree Service in Minnesota. Then give us a call to schedule tree-trimming and pruning services to keep your lawn looking beautiful! Choosing the Right Tree Not every species thrives beside pavement, so start by deciding on your top priority. Do you want moderate-to-fast growth, dense shade, vibrant color, or evergreen structure? Shade: American beech, ginkgo, paper birch, river birch Color: Flowering crabapple Fast Growth: Japanese lilac, honey locust, hybrid willow Evergreens: Rocky Mountain juniper, eastern red cedar Where to Plant Trees Root systems need space—most occupy the top 6 to 24 inches of soil and extend well beyond the drip line. If planted too close to pavement or foundations, roots can lift slabs and crack concrete. Use the expected mature height of each species to set planting distance: Short trees (< 30 ft): plant at least 3 ft from the driveway. Medium trees (31–50 ft): plant at least 6 ft away. Tall trees (> 50 ft): leave at least 8 ft of clearance. Finally, schedule regular trimming and pruning to keep new plantings healthy and prevent pavement damage. Schedule Your Twin Cities Tree-Pruning Service Routine trimming is essential for long-term tree health. At Vital Tree Service we handle everything: tree removal, storm-damage cleanup, stump grinding, trimming, and more. To book a trim—or to remove a tree and make room for something new—call 651-565-1768 or contact us online today.