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MYTH: Newly planted trees should be staked firmly and securely

Submitted by ThompsonShuswap on Mon, 09/26/2022 - 11:28

MYTH BUSTERS SERIES

THE FACTS

Tree staking is seldom necessary, but when trees are staked, they are typically staked TOO HIGH, TOO TIGHTLY, and for TOO LONG.

  • Improperly staked trees grow taller than wider.
  • When a tree stake is removed, a lack of trunk and root development makes the tree vulnerable to breakage or blow-down.

Newly planted trees CAN require staking if:

URBAN TREES

Submitted by ThompsonShuswap on Wed, 09/21/2022 - 12:37

URBAN TREES SERIES

Trees are an excellent addition to a landscape, but not all trees are created equal. Matching a tree to a suitable site and climate is beneficial for both the tree and the homeowner, but knowing what tree to choose, and where to plant it, can be challenging. This 12-week series will help you plant the RIGHT TREE IN THE RIGHT PLACE!

Posters of the following 'Urban Trees' series are included as .pdf documents at the bottom of this page.

New Atlantis Event

Submitted by seanenroute on Tue, 05/03/2022 - 21:53
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