Caring for Your Tree for Years to Come

Lesson Four

  • How and why you should mulch (video 1)
  • When and how to water your tree (video 2)
  • Tree pests and diseases (video 3)
  • Protection and Prevention - the key to healthy trees (video 4)
  • Healthy soils
  • Information on pruning

 

Video
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Photos
image/jpeg iconDuring construction a truck backed into this tree, severely damaging a large branch.
image/jpeg iconSimple fencing erected temporarily during construction can help protect a tree
image/jpeg iconThis tree is not well protected from construction and digging
image/jpeg iconA young Green ash tree planted by LEAF in 1998
image/jpeg iconSame Green ash tree 8 years later
image/jpeg iconA Green ash tree planted through LEAF in 1998 photographed in 2001
image/jpeg iconThe same Green ash, 7 years after planting providing a shady spot in a back yard
image/jpeg iconNailing something into your tree creates an entry point for potential pests and diseases
image/jpeg iconWrapping cords or wires will restrict the growth of the tree
image/jpeg iconOver mulching can rot the base of the shrub or tree trunk
Resources
Worksheets and Factsheets (PDF): 
Lesson 4 Key Points
Selecting a Tree Care Company
Tree Protection during Construction
Healthy Soil the Key to Healthy Trees
More from LEAF: 
Soil Help for Newly Constructed Homes
Related Internet links: 
Proper Mulching Techniques
Mulching
Common Pests
Recognizing Tree Hazards
Pruning Young Trees