by admin | Aug 26, 2017 | Ranger News
Of the many ways to kill a tree in the landscape, Girdling Roots ranks high among them, along with poor irrigation, planting too deep (which often causes girdling roots), and mechanical injuries. But just what are girdling roots and where do they come from? [Note:...
by admin | Aug 26, 2017 | Ranger News
“I’ve got some kind of creepy fungus all over my tree! Will it kill my tree?” I get asked this A LOT. And so, I’ve created this post to offer a brief, but hopefully interesting discussion about the fascinating natural phenomena known as LICHENS...
by admin | Aug 22, 2017 | Ranger News
Providing adequate water for your trees can be a challenge sometimes because it means you have to: remember to do it, know when & how much to do it, and do it in a way that doesn’t discourage you from doing it. In this post, I hope to provide you access to...
by admin | Aug 8, 2017 | Ranger News
[Last update: November 2025] Quick Links to Topics Covered in This Article: INTRODUCTION • 17 Essential Elements Using the Soil pH Chart • How a Soil Analysis Report Can Help You How To Get Your Soil Tested INTRODUCTION Have you ever gone to a tree nursery...
by admin | Feb 20, 2017 | Ranger News, Teachers & Parents
Guiding young and medium-aged trees to develop good branch architecture is key to sustainable tree plantings. The most common method of training and developing healthy growth is by means of proper pruning. But, have you ever wondered how pruning affects a tree?...
by admin | Dec 20, 2016 | Ranger News
[Last update: November 2025] Quick Links to Topics Covered in This Article: INTRODUCTION • Before, During, and After Tree Planting Location, Location, Location • Tree Selection Proper Planting • Good Cultural Practices High pH Indiana Soils: What Trees Can I...
