Gardening 101: Shade trees 02:05. NORTH TEXAS (CBSDFW.COM) - During the summer heat wave, us Meteorologists would often give advice on what to avoid over-heating. This is actually a serious issue ...

The shade that results is usually cast by tree branches or shrubbery, which creates changing patterns of light throughout the day as the sun moves round. This creates a charming dappled effect.

The silver maple is one of America's favorite shade trees. ... Kansas, and Oklahoma; and east in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to northwestern Florida and central Georgia.

From offering shade to hosting butterflies, trees improve quality of life and lower crime. ... Kansas. One thing you will notice right away, if you head there, is the absence of trees.

This is why cities like Topeka and Kansas City are taking steps to incentivize homeowners to cut down their Bradfords and plant new trees. While they’re a popular shade tree, then non-native ...

When considering shade trees for landscape use, such staple native species as maples, oaks, elms and hornbeams come to mind. Another serviceable choice is the American linden (Tilia americana ...