Trees - Advice
and information about Trees
The best time to plant a tree was 10
years ago. The next best time is today!
Trees are large, perennial, woody plants. There
is no set definition regarding minimum size of trees, but a tree is generally a
plant that is at least 6 m (20 ft) high at maturity. It usually has secondary
branches emanating from a main stem (Trunk). A tree normally has apical
dominance - that is to say the growing point of the main stem - trunk - is the
dominant factor in determining it's shape and ultimately height. A large shrub
on the other hand, usually - not always - has a number of branches with no
apical dominance. Compared to other plant forms, trees are long-lived. Some
species of trees can grow to 115 m (375 ft) tall and can live for a few thousand
years.
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Trees are important features of our natural
landscape. They prevent erosion and are significant elements in landscaping
and agriculture, both for their aesthetic appeal and their food crops (such
as apples). Wood from trees is a common building material. They are also
host to huge micro communities and are part of a very important eco cycle.
We hope to deal with all questions relating to trees in the garden, and will
offer free help and information about all aspect of tree care.
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Advice and Information about Trees
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