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The 8 Worst Trees to Put in Your Yard, Ranked in Order

1. Callery Pear

– Invasive species outcompetes native plants; avoid planting in your yard.

2. Siberian Elm

Tough but spreads aggressively, hogging resources and prone to diseases.

3. Tree of Heaven

Fast-growing and challenging to remove due to its invasive nature.

4. Lombardy Poplar

Life expectancy of just 15 years with a high susceptibility to disease.

5. Silver Maple

Roots invade plumbing, and weak wood is prone to storm damage.

6. Willow Tree

Invasive roots can cause significant damage to plumbing systems.

7. Staghorn Sumac

Aggressive root spread leads to persistent new sprouts.

8. Mulberry

Produces sticky, staining berries creating a mess in your yard.