Planting a tree is one of life's greatest joys. But with climate change at the fore, it's never been more important to choose carefully. By planting the right tree in the right place, you help ensure that the trees in your yard are durable for years to come. The environmental benefits of planting trees are widely known. Trees act as carbon sinks, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and converting it into oxygen and energy through photosynthesis. Deciduous species such as oak, beech and maple are some of the best trees to grow due to climate change because their leaves have a larger surface area, which increases the level of photosynthesis. (SARAH WILSON, more at homesandgardens.com)