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TREES & LANDSCAPING 101 page 2
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• Location of plantlife on your property an important consideration. Choose spots with adequate sunlight and water, and make sure the trees are protected from possible pests. A mesh fence can do much to prevent animals from injuring your saplings. Try to estimate how long the tree will take to become fully grown and what the tree will look like at full size.
• Trees are most vulnerable in their first years of life and should be tended with special care. Newly planted trees should be watered deeply and on a regular basis. Allowing a hose to drip at the base of a tree for several hours will permit the water to soak deep into the soil and encourage deep rooting. This will give the tree a better chance of surviving drought.
• In areas like Southeast Michigan with hot summers and cold winters may be advantageous to plant deciduous trees. These trees will provide shade in the summer but will allow desired sunlight to pass through in the colder months
• Consider what privacy level you're trying to acheive. Discuss with a professional which trees are best for providing a buffer against noise and unwanted views.
Information courtesy The National Association of Home Builders
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