Tree Care In New Communities

Tree Care in New Communities
Why should we be concerned about young trees?
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How do we identify problems in young trees?
90% of all problems are caused by…
NURSERY STOCK
Poor nursery stock produce trees with:
Girdled roots
Injured trunk
Poor canopy
Improper branch formation

Girdled Roots
One of the most common problems.
Inhibits establishment.
Restricts water and nutrient transport.
Stunts development of tree.
Causes future failure.

How does root girdling occur?
From early on the trees are kept in inappropriately sized containers for long periods of time.
Roots extending outward hit the edge of the container and reflect away or along the edge of the container.
If you can’t see the roots but you’re concerned: Just shake it!

Planting trees too deep causes girdled roots.

Trunk Injuries
Poor handling in nursery
Poor landscaping practices
Improper staking
Turf and ivy

Poor canopies and improper branch formation are caused by:
Improper nursery pruning
Improper early care by landscapers
Simple genetics.

How do I know if my trees have proper branch formation?
Look for:
Central tendency
Crossing branches
Bark inclusions

Trust us, you don’t want these trees in your community.

Tree Care In New Communities

by word_heard on Oct 27, 2009

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