Soil Management & Root Health: The Silent Killer of Urban Trees (Ep.32)
The most important activity in a tree's life happens underground. In Episode 32, we go below the surface to explore why soil is the #1 limiting factor for urban tree success.Why do city trees struggle...
22 Maalis 4min
Tree Planting: Why 90% of People Get it Wrong Root Flares & Depth(Ep.31)
Think you know how to plant a tree? If you can't see the root flare, you're doing it wrong. In Episode 31, we master the foundation of the urban forest: Proper Planting.No amount of pruning or fertili...
22 Maalis 4min
Pruning Mature Trees: Risk Mitigation & Weight Reduction(Ep.30)
How do you balance the massive ecosystem value of a mature tree with the potential risk of failure? In Episode 30, we dive into the science of pruning for stability and safety.Mature trees are the cro...
22 Maalis 4min
Structural Pruning of Young Trees: Central Leaders & Included Bark (Ep.29)
Why do mature trees fail in storms? Most structural failures start in the first 5 years of a tree's life. In Episode 29, we master the art of "training" young trees for long-term stability.Structural ...
22 Maalis 4min
Tree Pruning Principles: Branch Collars, CODIT & Structural Cuts (Ep.28)
Do you know the difference between a proper pruning cut and a tree-killing flush cut? In Episode 28, we apply tree biology to the most common practice in arboriculture: Pruning.Pruning is more than ju...
22 Maalis 4min
Tree Biology Fundamentals: CODIT, Photosynthesis & Root Systems (Ep.27)
Understanding how a tree functions is the difference between a professional arborist and a dangerous one. In Episode 27, we break down the biological "why" behind every pruning cut and planting decisi...
22 Maalis 4min
Arboriculture vs. Urban Forestry: Industry Standards & Best Practices (Ep.26)
What is the difference between Urban Forestry and Arboriculture? In this episode, we dive into the technical world of individual tree care, ANSI A300 standards, and Best Management Practices (BMPs).Wh...
22 Maalis 3min
Public Outreach in Urban Forestry: Building Community Support (Ep.24)
Can a city forest survive without the city’s people? 🌳🤝In Episode 24, we dive into the heart of sustainable forestry: Public Outreach and Education. Professional arborists can plant the trees, but i...
22 Maalis 3min
