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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.
1,032 Questions
When should you prune your bagonias?
Bagonias are not trees. If you mean Begonias then they do not require pruning as they die down at the end of the season.
What can you do for a red Japanese maple with wind burnt leaves?
It is planted in the wrong position. They are forest marginal in nature so should be sheltered from the wind.
Can manzanita 'Dr Hurd' grow in container?
Yes, but like most manzanitas it will have a limited lifespan when contained. Also, you should have a big (20G or more) container for the best showing.
When and how did eucalyptus trees first introduced to california?
Eucalyptus trees were first introduced to California at around 1840. They came to California through European settlers. The Eucalyptus was already very popular in Europe before it came to California.
A Ficus elastica the Rubber Plant probably the most common as a house plant will grow to 100 feet high in the right conditions.
What type of care does a willow tree need?
Willow trees don't have to be trimmed and the only requirement of care is the removal of dead and old wood. The trees grow in full sun and are suitable in moist sites.
Can you make a fig tree not grow figs?
Prevent pollination of the flowers. I'm not sure of the correct method for fig trees though.
What does undercutting mean in the plant term?
I am used to the term undercutting as it pertains to pruning trees. When removing a branch, you make a cut under the bottom first, then cut from the top down to that cut. This prevents the bark from being peeled off when the branch breaks from the weight as it might do if you simply made a single cut from top to bottom.
How do you start a Canadian hemlock from its cuttings?
Tsuga canadensis is actually called commonly the Eastern or Spruce hemlock it and all it's kin can be started from cuttings. They are best grown from seed but can be grafted or rooted by short stem cuttings inserted in sandy soil in a cold frame in July or August. Shade from strong sun.
Will a tree with dead leaves that is suffering from a drought come back if you water it?
If you water it constantly, and dont over water it, it should come back.
How do you save a tree with the limbs cut off?
You save a tree with the limbs cut off by leaving it alone, other than making sure that the wood stays dry, and letting Mother Nature progress, if need be, through the four stages of healing that fight damage, decay and disease.
Why would half of a puriri tree die?
Your tree may be suffering from Puriri decline. Despite work being done to find the cause, no cause yet has been found. Suspects include Phytoplasma australiense the same disease causing cabbage tree decline (you may have seen the dead cabbage trees around the North Island) and a fungus disease called Phytophera. Unfortunately it will probably get worse with the whole tree dying eventually.
What is fuel mixture for 2.0 McCulloch chain saw?
The fuel mixture for a 2.0 McCulloch chain saw is 32 to 1. This means that there is 1 part of 2 cycle oil mixed per 32 parts of fuel.
2, 4-D (2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid) is an effective broad-leaf herbicide. It will kill broad-leaf trees if applied to the foliage. I've noticed that it is not completely harmless to most conifers. You can read more at the link below.
Do tree ferns like eracateous compost?
Ericaceous compost is lime-free and more acidic than most composts. Tree ferns are slow growing architectural plants with spreading fronds above a thick trunk and they like eracateous compost.
What time of year can you trim a weeping birch in Alberta?
As close to the winter season as possible.
The tree must be dormant.
Do not prune more than 25% of the overall tree.
Keep cuts 1/4" out from the shoulder (black ring) at the trunk.
Prune branches that grow up and tangle.
Remove all dead wood.
Never prune this tree during its growing season.
How do you plant a nectarine pit?
To plant a nectarine pit, you must first allow the pit to dry out. Once dried, crack it to open it and extract the seed. Then air dry the seed for a couple of days. Then plant the seed in some soil and water daily.
