5 of the Fastest Growing Trees in the Midwest

Here are the Fastest-Growing Trees in the Midwest 

Are you thinking of adding more personality to your property by planting trees? Trees are a big commitment and there are many different types of trees to choose from, depending on what you want for your yard. If you seek shade or a future playhouse location, you may be interested in our list of the fastest-growing trees in the Midwest to help with your decision. 

Red Maple 

The red maple, also known as swamp maple, is a tree that can grow both in full sun or some shade in any soil. Its scientific name is Acer rubrum, and it belongs to the maple family. It is a fast-growing wetland tree with deciduous leaves, so it may be a lot of work to clean the falling leaves once it has fully matured. 

Paper Birch 

The paper birch, or canoe birch, is a popular landscape tree that can grow in full sun or partial shade with regular watering. It is botanically known as Betula papyrifera, and it can get 50-70 feet tall, though some paper birch trees can grow up to 100 feet tall. The leaves are around two to three inches long, fast-growing, and turn green to yellow in autumn.  

Sweet Bay Magnolia 

Given the scientific name Magnolia virginiana, sweet bay magnolia trees are native to the eastern region of the USA. They tend to grow on more moist soil, but they can mature in a sunny location or partial shade. They grow from 10 to 35 feet in both spread and height. 

Norway Maple 

If you are looking for a tree that can offer shade against the sun, consider planting the Norway maple, also known as Acer platanoides. In addition to being large and deciduous, it is famous for its hardiness. It can grow in well-drained soils but can also withstand different types of soil and urban pollutants. You can expect its height to reach from 40 to 50 feet when fully matured. 

Silver Linden 

Also known as Tilia tomentosa, the silver linden is a shade tree that grows in well-drained alkaline soil under the full sun. It can be great to plant on the streets, your lawn, or other hardiness zones because it is pollution tolerant. It also features extremely fragrant clusters of yellow-white flowers that bloom between June to July. The silver linden can reach up to 70 feet high and 50 feet in width. 

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