TREES
Who remembers climbing trees as a kid? |
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First things First We believe trees should be the first thing planted in the home landscape. They don't have to be big trees, but careful attention should be paid to the varieties chosen, as well as their planting locations. |
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What to avoid Avoid fast growing trees such as Silver Maples and Poplars since they provide rapid growth early, but create numerous problems later on. Silver Maples grow way too large for most lots under an acre, clog older style terra cotta drain pipes with their roots, and form bumpy surface roots and weak branches. Bradford Pear is another tree that seems desirable early on, but begins breaking up in ice storms and high winds after 15 to 20 years. Right Plant... Most nurseries carry improved varieties of an older species you may be very fond of. For an example, even though a couple of the older crabapple varieties like Snowdrift have proven worthwhile, other crab varieties are prone to leaf scab and other diseases. Therefore, always try to plant varieties that are resistant to disease and you'll save yourself time, aggravation and money down the road.
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"TREES" by Joyce Kilmer I think
that I shall never see
Did you know? SGT Alfred Joyce Kilmer, who is best known for this poem "TREES" was killed by a sniper in France during World War One at the age of 31. It's been reported that a white oak on the Rutgers University campus was the inspiration for his poem. |
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