Cottonwood Tree old_product_id_6125 plant a few of these The glossy plant a few of these plants Not only does the evergreen canopy give year round interest‚ but it is also a suitable backdrop for colorful plants in gardens‚ and for native plant and large open space plantings‚ providing a classic look for both formal and naturalistic landscapes․ The trees are also described as beautiful and scenic as they can be seen from afar due to their height․ They are commonly used as a fast growing tree to quickly provide shade or aesthetics for a landscape․ As cottonwoods grow older‚ their canopy will spread nicely‚ becoming one of the most noticeable trees in a given landscape․ They can provide bird housing‚ micro habitats for plants‚ and‚ due to their rapid growth‚ a bare lot can be transformed in a matter of several years from an empty space into a lush green environment‚ filled with a diverse range of life and the soothing sound of leaves rustling in the wind․ Cottonwood trees have many uses in landscape design and the horticultural industry