Ornamental Horticulture

TREES

Trees are very fascinating because of their graceful appearance and the abundance of bloom. They are grown for their economic importance or aesthetic value or both. The cultivation of trees for their aesthetic or recreational value is known as arboriculture. Trees should be planted carefully and thoughtfully for the benefit of height, shade, colour and vertical emphasis.




Significance of trees in landscaping:

• Trees form the main framework of the garden.
• Some trees produce attractive and beautiful flowers including fragrant flowers
• Some trees are noted for their attractive foliage
• Some trees are known for their peculiar shape or form which is used as specimen trees.
• Some trees are known for their peculiar shape or form which is used as specimen trees.









• Shady trees are planted in chosen spots of large public garden which provides place for picnic and relaxation. Such trees are also planted along the borders of roads as avenue for giving shade.
• In selecting ornamental trees, the pur¬pose should be decided first and then the place of its culture should be finalized.