shade tree
Natural sun blocker
A shade tree is a tree planted or valued primarily for the shade it provides, typically with a broad canopy and dense foliage.
Oaks, maples, and elms are classic shade trees.
The term distinguishes ornamental or functional plantings from fruit trees or timber: We need a good shade tree for the backyard.
- lindenDeciduous tree, genus Tilia
- elmGenus Ulmus tree
- oakQuercus genus member
- barkSharp canine vocalization
- willowNarrow-leaved waterside tree
old growth · deep roots · canopy · maple · trunk · spreading branches · sycamore · poplar · deciduous · hammock · rocking chair · porch swing · iced tea · dappled light · landscaping · catalpa · leafy · chestnut
- tree typesdeciduous, evergreen, conifer, broadleaf, hardwood
- shadeumbrella, parasol, awning, sunshade, canopy
- dog parkdog park, off-leash area, fenced area, dog run, play area
- garden featurespath, lawn, hedge, koi pond, arbor
- park featurespark bench, bench, benches, trail, trails
- suburbiasuburb, suburbs, suburbia, burbs, subdivision
primary function
shade treeornamental tree
Tree grown for aesthetics
fruit tree · flowering tree · nut tree · Christmas tree · bonsai