Box Elder Tree Height Shipped:2 3 Feet trim shoots at the base Protect the tree against trim shoots at the base and prune in late winter or early spring Plant Details Silky Dogwood Shrub It is an appropriate plant for a large range of circumstances‚ either urban or country‚ as well as incredibly rare to be damaged by pests such as insects‚ thus requiring little attention from plant lovers․ It provides food and shelter for various wildlife species․ The box elder tree represents artistic beauty‚ resilience in cultural practice‚ as well as the above mentioned associations․ If you were considering a tree to beautify your property‚ the box elder is one that will do so for many years to come․ The box elder's natural and somewhat informal appearance‚ as well as its moderate rate of growth‚ make it a useful tree in many plantings․ The tree can reach a height of 30 to 50 feet within a few years․ They can also be used to provide shade on hot summer days․ Because of their somewhat irregular form‚ they are a good tree to use in gardens or yards to create a relaxed atmosphere․ They also make good neighbors for flowering shrubs or other ornamental plants․ Their dense foliage is also useful for a windbreak or privacy․ When clustered and located carefully‚ however‚ these trees can also improve the function and aesthetics of their surroundings․