When you clear as few trees as possible you can maximise their benefits without loosing your view.
Deciduous tree's benefits include;
A shade canopy to block the, higher and hotter, summer sun from your windows
They loose thier leaves which allows the lower winter sun to warm your house
Evergreen tree's benefits include;
Block cold winter winds (can reduce heating costs by up to 30%)
Year Round Privacy
Benefits of both types;
Increase privacy for your home
Offer wildlife habitats
Trees and bushes help control erosion & runoff
Help in hanging hammocks
Improve our air
Protect our water
Reduce the atmospheric level of carbon dioxide
Save energy (up to 50% on daytime air conditioning) more info?
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