• improves air quality by trapping pollution particles that cause breathing problems
• absorbs carbon dioxide and other gases and in return provides us with oxygen
• reduces air temperature when water evaporates from the leaves
• intercepts rainfall resulting in reduced storm water runoff and improved water quality
• provides much-needed wildlife habitat
• reduces noise pollution by acting as a sound barrier
• increases property values by up to 30%

In addition, deciduous trees planted on the south and west sides of a house can reduce air conditioning needs by up to 40%. Evergreens planted on the north side act as windbreaks, lowering winter heating costs by up to 10%.