Tree and limb contact with power lines is one of the most frequent causes of outages. Members can reduce interruptions and prevent outages with proper tree selection, planting, and maintenance.
The Right Tree
The Right Tree: A Guide to Proper Tree Selection and Planting Near Power Lines is an informative booklet covering tree size, location, species, and care. It includes expert information from the University of Minnesota Extension and the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.
Download a copy of The Right Tree.
Certain species of trees, both deciduous and coniferous, are better for planting near power lines, some of which can be found in both shrub and tree form. Nursery professionals can help determine the best options, which may include:
| American Smoketree | Nannyberry Viburnum |
| Cherry – Pin or Sargent | Panicle Hydrangea |
| Dogwood – Pagoda or Grey | Plum – Princess Kay or American |
| Flowering Crabapple | Redbud |
| Lilac – Japanese, Peking, or Dwarf Korean | Serviceberry – Apple or Allegheny |
| Magnolia – Star or Loebner |
White Fringe Tree |
Article 132