Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure 2.8
Masses of fibrous white roots mean quick
establishment in the landscape.
Figure 2.7
Root-training pots.
establish themselves quickly once
transplanted (see Figure 2.8).
Branches
Branch placement also needs to be
considered. Trees with branches growing at a
wide angle from the trunk are strong. Those
growing at very close angles or even parallel
to the trunk will lead to long-term instability
if not pruned out at planting (see Figure 2.9).
Branches should also be widely spaced
around the trunk, rather than all originating
from a small section (see Figure 2.10).
This poor branch configuration which was
not corrected early in life has forced the
owner to remove the tree. Some of the angles
Figure 2.9
Two competing leaders such as these are a
recipe for disaster.
