When choosing a new tree to add to your landscape there are lots of things to look for. Here are a few tips when purchasing a quality tree. 1. First of all… start at a LOCAL nursery or garden center.
2. A tree is only as good as its root system so that’s where we’ll start:
3. Evaluate the Crown
By following these basic guidelines you’ll be enjoying your new trees for years to come.
Diagrams courtesy of Dr. Edward Gilman
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1/24/2022 06:26:32 pm
I appreciate that you mentioned that it is important to prevent the plants from having wounds. My aunt mentioned to me last night that she is hoping to buy new fruit trees for her garden and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this helpful article, I'll be sure to tell her that she can consult a trusted plant nursery service in town as they can answer all her concerns.
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9/2/2022 07:57:54 am
I want to make sure that I get the right plants for me. It makes sense that I would want to see what's in stock from the nearby nursery. That way, I can see what my options are.
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