Precisely planting the right tree in the right place

Provides best practices for tree planting, including tree selection and correct depth. [UMN]

"There are correlations between the depth of soil over the root collar of trees and predispositions to problems that shorten the lifespan of trees. Planting trees too deep acts as a primary stress factor and may lead to stem girdling root development, decline in the root development, decline in the root, stem and crown conditions, infestations by secondary pests and potential tree damage or failure during loading events (primarily storms). Tree selection for quality, particularly root quality should be emphasized, as well as best planting practices to prevent planting depth problems before they occur." [Abstract]

[September 17-20, 2003, San Antonio, Texas]