Conservative Tree Planting Distances for Florida Trees

Recommended Distance from Hardscapes:

Live Oak 25–40 feet

Southern Magnolia 15–25 feet

Little Gem Magnolia 10–15 feet

Crape Myrtle 8–12 feet

Sabal Palm 5–8 feet

Queen Palm 6–10 feet

Pindo Palm 6–10 feet

Sylvester Palm 8–12 feet

Canary Island Date Palm 12–15 feet

Red Maple 20–30 feet

Sweetgum 25–35 feet

East Palatka Holly 12–15 feet