Transcription of Trees for Parking Lots and Paved Areas
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An urban phenomenonParking lots and Paved areasare essential urban featuresthat tend to be unsightly intheir basic form. Municipalordinances often mandatespecific amounts of parkingfor different types of com-mercial or residential landuse, as well as landscapingfor these Parking in and aroundparking lots and pavementimproves appearance, prevents soil erosion, andreduces carbon dioxide through Areas also reduce storm water drainage prob-lems, reduce the detrimental effects of wind and noise,and enhance human comfort by providing heat-reduc-ing Areas pose challengesMany of the urban challenges that Trees face begin withthe construction process.
**Editorial Contributors, Virginia Tech Dept. of Horticulture, Hampton Roads AREC, York County VCE, and Fauquier County VCE, respectively. Selection and planting recommendations Use appropriate tree species. Avoid trees with large surface …
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