If you have just built a new house and have a very bare looking block to landscape, the decision of what trees to plant is one of the major decisions you will have to make. Trees will add character and value to your property, provide shade for entertaining and a cool place for the kids to play. But how long do you want to wait for your newly planted trees to provide these benefits? You will naturally want a yard full of shady trees as soon as possible. Look for the fastest growing trees to landscape your garden.

Here are some of the most popular, fastest growing trees used for shade:

Poinciana (Delonix regia)
 
These majestic trees are a special favourite of many people when choosing a shade tree. They provide a wide, dense canopy of fern-like leaves, and can grow up to 12 metres high. When in full flower, their bright orange/red flowers provide a wonderful sight. Poinciana are best planted in a corner of your backyard as far away from your house as possible. This is because the large, thick roots could undermine your house slab if planted too close. A Poinciana tree will do double duty as an extra entertainment area on hot a summer’s day.
 
Yellow Mangosteen (Randia fitzalanii)
 
This tree is an ideal shade tree for a small yard with no room for a towering giant. It is an evergreen rainforest tree with glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers, growing to a height of 8 metres. An added bonus is the yellow edible fruit that it produces in summer time.
 
Jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia)
 
Jacaranda is another fast-growing shade tree perfect for your garden. They provide a stunning backdrop, particularly when covered in their spectacular, purple flowers. They usually grow to around ten to fifteen metres in height. Like Poinciana, be careful where you plant one. Keep them away from the house, and particularly the swimming pool, to avoid your pool filter becoming clogged with flowers.
 
Macadamia (Macadamia integrigolia)
 
A Macadamia tree is a good choice if you want a productive shade tree for your garden. It will provide you with a large supply of delicious nuts every summer. They can also grow into large trees about 20 meters high, but pruning can keep them to a manageable size for a suburban backyard.
 
Raywood Ash (Fraxinus angustifolia)
 
Another common name for this tree is the Claret Ash, so called because of its claret-red foliage in autumn. This tree will quickly grow to a height of twelve meters and is suitable for a larger garden.
 
Even though you are the best judge of the trees you want in your yard, you should get some advice from a plant nursery - the experts on plants and trees. They can also provide you with more information about which are the fastest growing trees used for shade and the most suitable for your particular area.
 
If you’re looking for more than trees for shade in your backyard, In Style Patios and Decks can help you there. We are the experts in building top quality patios and decks in Queensland. We always exceed expectations! Call us today on 0436 007 776 and let us know what you’re after.

​If you have considered adding a deck to your home, you will want to ponder these 3 advantages when making your decision on whether this is the best choice for you and your needs.
 
The 3 primary advantages of adding a deck to your home include: 1) Giving you a place to gather; 2) Increases the value of your home; and 3) It’s a cost effective way to increase living space. Now, let’s explore these 3 huge advantages of decks in Queensland.
 
A Place To Gather - Do you love hosting parties? Do you have friends and family over on a regular basis?? If so, then a deck is an excellent way to give your household a wonderful place to get together with friends and family for a nice meal, or simply to relax and hang out.
 
While there are so many choices for decking furniture, you have to think about what would suit you best. You may choose a simple outdoor table and chairs setting, or maybe you’d prefer to glam it up a little with some nice outdoor couches and beanbags. Either way, having a deck to entertain is an excellent addition to any home.
 
Increases Home Value - One of the most marketable things you can add to your home is a deck to increase the overall value. Unlike many home additions, a deck allows you to recoup a majority of your investment in the increase in the value of your home. With a peaking housing market at the moment across Australia, having a deck makes your home more appealing, than one without.
 
Cost Effective - There are many types of living spaces you can add to your home to increase its value. One of the most cost effective ways is by building a deck. Obviously, the cost of adding a deck to your home can differ depending upon the size, the type of wood used, and the intricacy of the deck you design. However, decks are still one of the most budget-friendly living space additions you can add to a house.
 
There are many more than advantages of decks in Queensland; however, these three are the key reasons that many Australian’s decide to add a deck to their homes. You may find there are benefits that are specific to you and your family; nevertheless, in the end, you will surely find that adding a deck to your home is the best choice you ever made.
 
Timber decks are a specialty of In Style Patios and Decks and a must have for any new outdoor extension on the Gold Coast. The QLD climate and home designs mean that a deck is a 'must have'. We use a wide variety of materials from Treated Pine and Merbau through to roll formed steel and SHS. Contact our team today on 0436 007 776 and let us know what you’re wanting.