Although it is GP&L’s preference that no planting occur in utility rights of way or easements, we realize that people like to have plants and shrubs throughout their yards. Below is a list of plants and shrubs that will typically have a minimal tree trimming requirement when near electric lines.

• Althea (Rose of Sharon)
• Cleyera
• Crape Myrtle
• Burford Holly
• Dogwood
• Foster Holly
• Mexican Buckeye
• Needle Point Holly
• Texas Mountain Laurel
• Yaupon Holly
• Possum Haw Holly
• Rusty Haw Viburnum
• Wax Myrtle
• Eve’s Necklace
• Red Tip Photinia
• Japanese Maple
• Redbud
• Vitex