Six trees that help fight climate changes

Trees are an integral part of the environment, a part sorely missing in mega cities such as Karachi.  Few people recognize the impact of planting a tree today that could potentially save lives decades later. Those who are seriously inclined towards it, often end up planting the wrong trees at the wrong places due to a lack of awareness. The ideal planting season for trees is mid-February to mid-March and mid-July to mid-August/October. And here are 5 trees that are easily available, shady and help fight extreme temperatures.

Peepal Fecus Religiosa

Peepal tree is a veritable storehouse of pure air; it emits oxygen 24 hours a day replacing toxic carbon gases.

Neem Tree Azadirachta Indica

The neem tree can grow up to four meters in one year, and its roots reach deep into the earth, thus preventing erosion.

Siris Albizia Lebbeck

Siris is a nitrogen-fixing tree which provides ample of shade and the extensive shallow root system makes it a good soil binder and suited to soil conservation and erosion control.

Bakain – Melia Azedarach

Bakain is a fast-growing but short-lived tree that lasts for 20 years. It is a medium-sized tree that produces dense, shady and well rounded canopy.

GulMohar – Delonix Regia

It is a fast growing and evergreen shady tree grown on eroded sites for erosion control, and for soil rehabilitation and improvement through atmospheric nitrogen fixation.

Amaltas Cassia Fistula

Amalta is a medium golden shower tree that grows fast and up to 10-12 meters high. It is a shady and ornamental tree that grows best in hot and dry climate.