more trees please! adapted from penn state cooperative extension why and how we should plant more...
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More Trees Please!Adapted from Penn State Cooperative Extension
Why and How we should plant more trees.
Where To Plant?
2.Look AROUND!- Is there a house, road or sidewalk nearby?- Are there other trees nearby?- How much sunlight does this spot get?- Is there a hose nearby to water the tree?
What To Plant? (Species Selection)
1.How big?
2.Evergreen or Deciduous?
3.Flowering Tree?
4.Fruit Tree?
5.What shape?
Select Tree Species to Fit Site
•Function or use•Adaptability
•Soil characteristics•Pest susceptibility
•Maintenance requirements
Desirable Tree Characteristics• Strong Straight Trunk• Vigorous growth• No Split or broken
branches• Evenly spaced
branches• No narrow branch
angles• No wounds• Well formed roots,
kept moist
1-1/2 Inch Caliper, B&B
Balled and Burlapped Trees
Advantages• Traditional method• No bound roots• Over 2” caliper
Disadvantages• Heavy• Limited time for lifting • 90%+ roots lost• Establishment time• May have extra soil
over roots
Container Grown Trees
Advantages• Ease of handling• Extends planting
time• Lightweight soil• Many species, sizes
available• Normally under 2”
caliperDisadvantages• May distort roots
Bare Root TreesAdvantages• Reduced weight• Less costly• Permits full
examination of roots
Disadvantages• Limited planting time• Specialized handling• Usually wholesale
only
Re-mulching
No “volcano” mulchingReplace organic mulch every 1-2 years, 2-3” deep
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