what is a deciduous tree

A deciduous tree is a type of tree that loses its leaves in the autumn season, unlike evergreen trees that keep their leaves all year round. Deciduous trees are grown for their ornamental features such as decorative bark, flowers, colored foliage, or autumn fruits, and their shape and form create height and structure within a garden. They come in a range of sizes, many of which make great trees for small gardens, and can also serve a practical purpose in the garden by helping to screen overlooking windows, unsightly views, or create shelter from wind. Deciduous trees can be immensely valuable for wildlife too, providing nesting sites as well as song posts and shelter for birds. Some examples of deciduous trees include maple, oak, elm, beech, aspen, and birch, among others, as well as a number of coniferous genera, such as larch and Metasequoia