Beginner Gardening: What is best climbing in,sitting under,tire swing shade tree, 1 by ViburnumValley

ViburnumValley wrote:
Lady:

The Red Maple (Acer rubrum) will be just the kind of tree you are after. If you have a hankering for a second one, I'd choose an oak that is native to your area (and there are probably at least 20 that'll fit that category). White Oak (Quercus alba) is a very good one that has potential for very long (multiple centuries) life.

Depending on your stage of life, the Red Maple will meet your goals sooner. The White Oak will be available for those activities a bit further in the future, but you'll be thankful that you made the investment, as will generations to come.

Here's one in KY that folks are blessed with...