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Tree Care

In the modern world of soil compaction and environmental pollution, tree health and life expectancies tend to increase with responsible cultivation practices. For example, they are more likely to maintain proper form and growth if the particular planting, pruning, spraying and watering needs are met. Contributors typically want to know about a tree's planting depth and width, potential pests and stresses, pruning and watering schedules, and treatment options.

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Does a Japanese maple bloom?

Japanese maples flower in Spring but the flowers are insignificant. They are grown for their shape and foliage colour.

Disadvantages of selective cutting?

1) Loss of habitats for native species

2) Land is harmed because topsoil cannot be held down, leading to erosion

3) Clear cutting is often performed in places where the land is unsuitable for monoculture agriculture, like in the tropical rainforests, so it probably won't be helpful for production for more than a short period of time.

Why do some trees have roots coming out of the ground?

it will grow to big so it will need more room to live

Is mulberry tree sap poisonous?

No, it is not :) You can chew it, it has very nice and light taste, a bit sourish but still very good. Used to chew it when was little

When is the best time to cut down a mostly dead tree to avoid disturbing nests?

All of the birds that nest in my yard start nesting in the early spring shortly after the last frost. They have finished by April, but I live in the South.

Only one hawk nests around here in the winter.

Still I would imagine in your area like this area birds start nesting shortly after spring arrives. When you see the same bird hanging out at the same place in the morning, that is because she is guarding her nest. When she moves away, her fledglings have gone. When there are no birds just hanging out, that is because they are no longer nesting.

Why do leaves on trees appear to be green?

It reflects green light and absorbs the other visible wavelengths.

How does an acorn disperse its seeds?

An acorn is a single seed of an oak tree. They drop to the ground or are carried by birds or squirrels and are buried where they then germinate.

Does the bark on birch trees grow back?

Tree branches do grow back. That is why it is OK to trim them, because they regrow stronger than before.

How do you prune a weeping pussywillow tree?

Pruning should begin at the bottom while working upwards. Prune smaller branches from larger ones. Bonsai pruners, pruning shears, or pruning saws may be needed depending on the size of the branch.

How to we prune or trim cedars?

When pruning cedars, cut off 8 to 12 inches of the leader. If possible, cut above a bud facing north. Cut the branches nearest the central leader a little shorter than the leader. Starr to create a pyramid shape. Leave enough needles on each branch or it will expose the interior of the tree. Work down the tree and leave plenty of new growth. Trim branches near the bottom of the trunk close to the trunk to allow access under the tree. Make the first cut several inches away from the tree trunk by cutting the underside of the branch with a pull-stroke handsaw. Only cut halfway through the branch. Align the saw blade with the cut that was just made. Cut from above to complete the cut. Repeat for the other lower branches on the tree.

How do you root a cutting from a tree?

Cuttings of some plants need to be taken by cutting at a specific place and at a certain angle.

Otherwise any clean, angled cut through a green branch should be sufficient.

The cut part should be dipped into a rooting powder - to promote the growth of roots - and the cutting should be inserted into moist potting compost. and watered slightly.

The pot may need to be covered with a polythene bag to protect the cutting from infection and from insects, and to retain moisture and encourage growth.

If you are interested in a specific type of tree, then check out the internet for detailed instructions.

http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/hil/hil-8702.html

.... might give you some ideas.

Do maple trees like alkaline or acidic soil?

There are different varieties of maple trees, from small, decorative Japanese maples to giant, 80-foot Acer maples (the kind from which you can get maple syrup). Generally, maple trees like soil that is slightly acid.

  • Japanese maple trees like slightly acid, sandy loam soil with a pH of between 5.5 - 6.5.
  • Acer maples (commonly known as "sugar" maples, and the kind from which you can get maple syrup) like soils that range from a pH of 5.5 - 7.3. However, they have been found growing in soils that are strongly acid at pH 3.7.

Painting the woody stems of plants may interfere with?

Painting the woody stems interferes with plant processes. Paint is applied as protection from any traveling bacteria, fungus, pest or virus whether or not there actually is an injury. The paint indeed keeps such pests out. But the price is interference with plant processes such as self-healing and respiration. Specifically in terms of respiration, the seal keeps things from getting into the woody, and from getting out. Specifically in terms of injury, woodies have four walls of defense. The seal of the paint prevents the progression through any or all of the stages, and interferes with the formation of a beneficial, natural, protective callous. Additionally, over time, the seal ends up cracking. For the woody and the seal expand and contract at different rates and times in response to weather extremes. Ultimately, the seal breaks and leaves the woody open to attack from environmental stresses and stressors. And the situation is compounded by the stresses that the seal is responsible during the time that it's intact.

When is the best time to replant a tree?

The best time to replant a silk tree would be in late February or early March. You can prune the tree a few months before the move.

If you kill one tree how much oxygen are you killing?

All trees with green leaves (ie. that have chlorophyl in them) give out oxygen in the day during photosynthesis. Note: They don't actually make the oxygen. It already exists. Two atoms of oxygen are bonded with a carbon atom to make the carbon dioxide molecule which animals breathe out. Trees and plants breathe it in, keep the carbon for themselves, and breathe out the oxygen.

What is a young plant that has germinated from a seed?

A young plant growing in the seed is called the embryo. After some days the shoot bursts up from the seed and comes out of the ground. Underneath, the roots come out to transfer water.

How close to house for silver birch planting?

I believe you should plant it 15ft away from your home. These white birch grow to 50ft and planting it closer would invade your eave. Good luck

When do you trim the peach tree?

try this site for peach tree pruning

http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/treefruit/422-020/422-020.html

Can you prune a frangipani tree?

Try here. http://www.sacredgardenfrangipanis.com/frangipani_growing_advice.htm