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The number 6 on the list, the Black Locust, is spreading in Cottesloe. It's better to tackle these invasive trees quickly before they establish themselves and invade your garden or your lawn. 6 Invasive Trees You Should Never Plant, Experts Say https://lnkd.in/g66FRrzM
Tree spotlight: Ohio Buckeye (Aesculus glabra). Native to Ontario, Ohio buckeyes are the smallest of the buckeyes/horsechestnuts planted by the City, growing to 10 m high. In late spring, the canopy is covered in white blossoms which are a rich source of nectar and pollen for insects and hummingbirds. This time of year, you may notice something. The tree is developing fruit, which tend to grow in clusters. Each one has a bunch of small spikes all around the yellow-green husk. When ripe in the fall, the husk will start to brown and split open to reveal one to two large brown seeds. Another notable feature are its leaves, which are similar to the non-native Horsechestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum), in that they're “palmately compound”. A compound leaf is made up of several components. So this whole thing is one leaf, made up of five to seven leaflets. The way the leaflets attach together at one point makes it palmately arranged. Like how your fingers attach at your palm. The leaflet is widest at the middle, with finely serrated or jagged edges. Walk through your community or visit a local park to see if you can spot an Ohio Buckeye. I’ll catch you in the next one for more Toronto Trees. If you love Ohio Buckeye, you could have one planted by the City for free on the road allowance in front of your property. To learn more about the tree species that the City plants or to request a tree, contact 311 or visit toronto.ca/treeplanting Descriptive transcript: City of Toronto staff, Lam, is outdoors on a sunny afternoon in Toronto. She is speaking into a portable microphone while pointing out details of Ohio Buckeye trees in Toronto including the fruit and leaves.
Here's a complete guide on how to trench compost and why it's good for your garden 🌿💥👇 Trench Composting: A Simple Guide to Enriching Your Garden Soil 💬👇 https://lnkd.in/gmBydqVk
What a painful and fascinating photo. Seeing "tree coffin" planting here in Mr Shipley’s photo really makes you realise why we are not seeing flourishing trees, even when councils do go to the effort of planting them. Coffin planting is when the space and soil volume is insufficient for tree roots. This can lead to malnourished trees, that are unable to provide their full canopy cover, rain retention properties and habitat benefit. Environment Agency and Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs can policies and planning guidance help address this in the UK? Woodland Trust Partnerships
Civano Growers Chief Operations and Grow Officer ISA Certified Arborist WE-4094A Pioneering Plants that Thrive in the Urban Southwest
Have you ever wondered why you rarely see a tree thriving in a parking lot setting? When a containerized tree is planted in a typical planting pit it is essentially being transferred into a larger container. Trees can't thrive if their root growth is severely restricted. Picture taken by Randall Port, Tucson Arborist. Acacia salicina
NEW BLOG POST! From breaking down the two major Oak Tree groups to choosing the right Oak Tree for you to caring for Oak Trees, our latest #ProPlantTips is the comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about Oak Trees from Nature Hills! 🌳: https://bit.ly/4b6IBOv
A CALL TO END TREE COFFIN PLANTING 🌳🚫 Big thanks to Nick Shipley for this eye-opening photo showing the consequences of traditional tree planting methods—exemplified here in a car park. What you see is classic "tree coffin" planting: a method that often results in insufficient space and soil volume for tree roots. This not only leads to tree failure but also misses out on crucial future canopy cover. Attention #LocalGov: If your city standards still endorse outdated tree planting practices, your tree canopy goals are in serious jeopardy. The good news? There are proven solutions available that address the challenges of urban tree growth, even in high-impact areas like car parks. Advanced methods like #Stratavault, the world’s leading soil cell system made from 100% recycled plastics, offer both environmental and economic benefits. Interested in success stories of thriving trees in car parks using structural soil cells? Check out these valuable resources to share with your team: 🌳 https://lnkd.in/erVKcQ76 🌳 https://lnkd.in/gnnWn_6u 🌳 https://lnkd.in/gXU5hWGZ #UrbanForestry #GreenInfrastructure #SustainableCities #TreeCanopy #UHI #trees #greeninfrastructure #sustainabledevelopment #urbanization #sustainableconstruction #greentech #sustainablecities #stormwatermanagement #landscapedesign #landscapearchitecture #urbanplanning #urbandesign
Civano Growers Chief Operations and Grow Officer ISA Certified Arborist WE-4094A Pioneering Plants that Thrive in the Urban Southwest
Have you ever wondered why you rarely see a tree thriving in a parking lot setting? When a containerized tree is planted in a typical planting pit it is essentially being transferred into a larger container. Trees can't thrive if their root growth is severely restricted. Picture taken by Randall Port, Tucson Arborist. Acacia salicina
Clay is seen as big problem in the garden. Truth is, it is a difficult soil to work with, be it planting or building. My own garden is on heavy brick-making quality clay. Over the years I learned how to live with it and what works and what not. This year with the relentless rain has been particularly tricky one as there was hardly a moment when the soil was not saturated, but the garden looked lush and abundant! Fingers crossed for a more balanced weather next year. In the meantime, here are some bits of information on how to live with clay garden.
Interesting summary of some of the reasons Sphagnum mosses are so special.
Scotland is home to some very small mosses that pack a very big punch for our environment. To mark #nationalplanthealthweek our blog in this week's NatureScot Scotland's Nature celebrates our wonderful sphagnum mosses. Masters of their watery world, they are fascinating plants! https://t.ly/oDq0i
🌳 Thinking about planting a tree this fall? You might want to think twice! Our latest blog post explores five surprising reasons why planting a tree could do more harm than good – from poor timing to long-term impacts on your landscape. Check out these essential insights before you make any decisions! https://lnkd.in/gitAfXZe #LandscapingTips #SustainableLandscaping #EmbassyLandscapeGroup #CommercialLandscaping
