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    Tree Recommendations by PG&E

    PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric Company) has a number of recommendations when it comes to trees that won't interfere with their power lines. Palm trees and "palm-like" trees, as well as a variety of small trees, are your best bet. AAA Arbor First can help you to select the best possible trees for your specific property.

    Palm trees help to create a coastal feel, though many varieties pose a threat to power lines. Palm fronds can break off in high winds and cause power outages and palm tree growth cannot be directed away like other trees.

    When planting new trees near power lines, please keep in mind:
    • Trees should reach a maximum height of 25 ft at maturity.
    • Larger palms should be planted at minimum 50 ft from power lines.
    • Incompatible vegetation is subject to removal.
    PG&E has approved a number of species of these trees to plant near power lines. Most of these trees are drought tolerant and require little water once established. However, ample water during establishment will help lead to growth and a plant that will last longer.

    Suggested Palm Trees for Planting

    Cliff Indian Date Palm
    Phoenix rupicola
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 12 ft
    Guadalupe Island Palm
    Brahea edulis
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 15 ft
    Jelly Palm
    Butia capitata
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 12 ft
    Lady Palm
    Rhapis excelsa
    • Mature height: 12 ft
    • Spread: 10 ft
    Leatherleaf Palmetto
    Sabal louisiana
    • Mature height: 15 ft
    • Spread: 9 ft
    Pygmy Date Palm
    Phoenix roebelenii
    • Mature height: 12 ft
    • Spread: 7 ft
    Pygmy X Canary Hybrid
    Phoenix roebelenii x canariensis
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 14 ft
    Pygmy X Senegal Hybrid
    Phoenix roebelenii x reclinata
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 18 ft
    Radical Palm
    Chameadorea radicalis
    • Mature height: 15 ft
    • Spread: 4 ft
    Manambe Palm
    Dypsis decipiens
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 15 ft
    Mediterranean Palm
    Chamaerops humilis
    • Mature height: 15 ft
    • Spread: 15 ft
    Shaving Brush Palm
    Rhopalostylis sapida
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 10 ft

    Suggested "Palm-Like" Trees for Planting

    Cabbage Tree
    Cordyline australis
    • Mature height: 25 ft
    • Spread: 12 ft
    Dragon Tree
    Draceana draco
    • Mature height: 20 ft
    • Spread: 15ft
    Sago Palm
    Cycas revoluta
    • Mature height: 12 ft
    • Spread: 6 ft
    Tasmanian Tree Fern
    Dicksonia antarctica
    • Mature height: 15 ft
    • Spread: 10 ft
    Variegated Yucca
    Yucca elephantipes ‘marginata’
    • Mature height: 20 ft
    • Spread: 15 ft

    Power-Line Friendly Small Trees

    Many small tree species are ideal for growing near power lines, as they will reach a maximum height of 25 ft at maturity. PG&E approves the following types of small trees for planting near power lines.

    Sweet Acacia
    Acacia farnesiana

    Eastern Serviceberry
    Amelanchier canadensis

    Cockspur Coral Tree
    Erythrina crista-galli

    Wildplum
    Prunus americana

    Tasmanian Tree Fern
    Dicksonia antarctica

    Washington Hawthorn
    Crataegus phaenopyrum

    Toyon
    Heteromeles arbutifolia

    Japanese Maple
    Acer palmatum

    Yaupon Holly
    Ilex vomitoria

    Star Magnolia
    Magnolia stellata

    Pineapple Guava
    Acca sellowiana

    Western Redbud
    Cercis occidentalis

    Persian Lime
    Citrus aurantifolia

    Blackhaw
    Viburnum prunifolium

    Fringe Tree
    Chionanthus virginicus

    Rocky Mountain Juniper
    Juniperus scopulorum

    Manzanita
    Arctostaphylos manzanita

    American Smoke Tree
    Cotinus obovatus

    Cordia
    Cordia sebestena

    Golden Cypress
    Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

    Crape Myrtle
    Lagerstroemia indica

    Buttonbush
    Cephalanthus occidentalis

    Mescal Bean
    Sophora secundiflora

    Pinyon Pine
    Pinus edulis

    Pawpaw
    Asimina triloba

    Mountain Alder
    Alnus tenuifolia

    California Buckeye
    Aesculus californica

    Pomegranate
    Punica granatum

    Sonoran Palo Verde
    Cercidium praecox

    Golden Ball Lead Tree
    Leucaena retusa

    Common Witch Hazel
    Hamamelis virginiana

    Hoptree
    Ptelea trifoliata

    Golden Chain Tree
    Laburnum x watereri

    Tanyosho Pine
    Pinus densiflora

    Leather Oak
    Quercus durata

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