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Section 13 of the Covenants
for Marion's Acres and Marion's Pastures state that “Existing trees shall not be
removed from the subdivision unless the tree is dead, is an immediate danger of
falling, or located on or near the proposed construction for the lot
 so
as to be an obstacle or interfere with the construction. Trees removed will be
replaced at a 3:1 ratio. Homeowners are encouraged to plant trees and shrubs.
Homeowners are encouraged to plant trees on the subdivision. No Box Elder,
Chinese Elm, or Poplar trees shall be planted on any lot in this addition”.
We have been asked for
planting recommendations.
BEFORE YOU BUY
any plants, there are several important facts to consider. First, make
sure they are hardy in zone 4 or less. Plants labeled for zone 5 are
marginal and those for zone 6 or above will not survive. Also, consider
heat tolerance, exposure (full shade, full sun, etc.) location and soil (well
drained, wet, dry, etc.) For best results, buy locally.
FOR SHADE TREES, Lindens,
Locusts and Hackberries are good choices as well as Burr Oak, Black Walnut,
Fallgold Ash or Gingko Biloba. Avoid all other types of Oak, Red Maple,
Norway Maple, Autumn Purple and Autumn Blaze Ash as they do not grow well in
this area. Also, avoid trees labeled “miracle’ or fast growing.
ORNAMENTAL TREES add color
by way of flower or foliage. Flowering crabs offer a wide variety of
flower color and heights. Some great choices would include: Hawthorns,
Amur Maple, Serviceberry, Mountain Ash, Homestead Buckeye and Tree Lilac.
EVERGREENS add year round
color and beauty. The best for this area are; Scotch Pine, Austrian Pine,
Ponderosa Pine, Black Hills Spruce, Colorado Blue Spruce, Eastern Red Cedar and
Upright Junipers. Evergreens to avoid include White Pine, Concolor Fir and
Norway Spruce.
JUNIPERS are the best choice
for evergreen shrubs. They already grow wild on Marion’s Acres. They range
in size from low spreaders to towering uprights and can tolerate both full sun
and part shade.
SHRUBS will grow well in
this area. Some great choices are Barberry, Spirea, Pontentilla, Lilac,
Viburnum, Prunus and Dogwoods.
We encourage homeowners to
plant trees and shrubs on their premises but remind you that the following
species are not permitted on Marion's Pastures or Marion's Acres: Box
Elder, Cottonwood (Seeded), Chinese Elm and Poplar.
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