Tree Spacing Calculator

How many trees can I plant?

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Order this much trees

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Centers set at mature canopy spread so canopies meet without crowding. Tighter spacing suits a screen, and your nursery tag or extension office may suggest different numbers.

100 ft40 ft10 trees on 20 ft centers
Rows2
Trees per row5
Spacing20 ft on center
Area per tree400 sq ft

Enter your planting area and the mature canopy spread of the tree. This counts how many fit with room to grow, in a row, a grid or staggered lines.

How it works

Trees per row = usable length รท spacing + 1, using mature canopy spread as the on-center spacing. Staggered rows sit 86.6% of a spacing apart.

Before you order

  • Plant for the mature size listed on the tag, even when the sapling looks lost.
  • Check overhead lines and buried utilities, and call 811 before digging.
  • Fruit trees vary by rootstock, so use the spacing for your exact variety.

Common questions

How far apart should I plant trees?

A good starting point is the mature canopy spread, measured center to center.

Can I plant trees closer for a privacy screen?

Yes. Screens are often planted tighter so canopies knit together sooner, and they may need thinning later.