Trees and Shrubs
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Woody plants, like trees and shrubs, are some of the most prized plants in the landscape. Learn how to select the best species, plant, grow, prune, and keep healthy all the trees and shrubs in the Iowa yard and garden.
Trees and Shrubs for Wet Soils
Many trees and shrubs thrive in Iowa's fertile, well-drained soils. Most trees and shrubs, however, don't like wet soils. Fortunately, some plants tolerate wet soils better than others.
When selecting trees and shrubs for the home landscape, gardeners should select plants suitable for the site. Wet sites can be a challenge. However, the trees and shrubs listed below will perform well in wet soils.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tree and Shrub Experts
Jeff Iles
Professor of Horticulture
Tree and Shrub Selection and Care
Landscape Management; Plant Identification
Aaron Steil
Consumer Horticulture Extension Specialist
Tree and Shrub Selection and Care
Plant Identification
