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Pear trees grow in a wide range of soils and many dwarf cultivars are compact enough (8 to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide) to provide abundant harvests in small backyards.

From flowering mini trees to shrubs with eye-catching shapes, here are 12 dwarf plants for front yard landscaping that will suit any garden style and the look of any home. Want more gardening tips?

Considered among the best shade trees for the backyard, the sugar maple can also serve as an ornamental tree. It’s no wonder this is an American favorite for the yard. 4.