Tree Spacing Calculator
Free calculate optimal tree spacing for forestry, orchards, and landscaping projects. Get instant, accurate results with our easy-to-use calculator.
Spacing Calculation
Spacing Results
Enter planting parameters to calculate optimal spacing
Tree Spacing Guidelines
Forestry Spacing
- • 6-12 feet for timber production
- • Closer spacing for pulpwood
- • Wider spacing for sawtimber
- • Consider thinning schedules
- • Account for mortality rates
Orchard Spacing
- • 15-25 feet for fruit trees
- • Depends on rootstock vigor
- • Consider harvesting equipment
- • Allow for pruning access
- • Plan for irrigation systems
Landscape Spacing
- • 20-40 feet for shade trees
- • Consider mature canopy size
- • Account for utility lines
- • Plan for maintenance access
- • Consider aesthetic spacing
Spacing Pattern Characteristics
| Pattern | Efficiency | Use Case | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square Grid | High | Forestry, Orchards | Easy |
| Triangular | Highest | Forestry | Moderate |
| Rectangular | Medium | Orchards, Windbreaks | Easy |
| Random | Low | Natural Landscapes | Difficult |