Dieback & Decline
DIEBACK AND DECLINE Bruce R. Fraedrich, Ph. D., Plant Pathologist The term “dieback” technically refers to the progressive dying-back of shoots and branches from the tip downward, while the term decline refers to the progressive deterioration of an entire tree. These terms, however, are often used interchangeably to denote the [...]
Trees And The Environment
“The very air we breathe is improved by the presence of trees.” A book by Dr. Seuss illustrates the impact trees have on our environment. In his tale The Lorax, The disappearance of trees bears dire environmental consequences. At the onset of the story the landscape is beautiful and lush [...]
Planting Trees- General Guidelines
When to Plant Trees Climate plays a deciding role when determining the appropriate planting time. Newly planted trees do best when exposed to moderate temperature and rainfall and they need time to root and acclimatize before the onset of intense heat and dryness of summer or the freezing temperatures of [...]
Planting balled & burlapped trees.
Planting Balled and Burlapped Trees Balled and burlapped (B & B) trees, although best planted as soon as possible, can be stored for some time after purchase as long as the ball is kept moist and the tree stored in a shady area. B & B trees should always be [...]
Planting container trees.
Container trees (though subject to greater heat and drying conditions than B and B) can also be stored for a brief period of time after purchase as long as the soil in the container is kept moist and the tree stored in a shady spot. The procedure for planting container [...]