The curbside-tree problem

by Matt Kastner

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When it comes to trees in the city, it is amazing how unaware people are. Take the tree lawn in this picture. These recently planted maple trees are wrong on so many levels: too large a species to be planted so close to a building, too small a tree-lawn to support the tree, and most importantly… they are planted UNDER A POWERLINE! Read more

Avoid bamboo planting

by Matt Kastner

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One person’s flower is another’s weed. There is no plant more perfectly matched for this scenario than bamboo. Attractive when used properly, and growing in popularity with the Green movement and the increased use of bamboo flooring, this plant will grow out of control if left unchecked. Read more

The fragile Bradford Pear

by Matt Kastner

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Just say no… to Bradford Pear trees! They might grow quickly, and might be full and lush, but that comes at a price: They are are as fragile as glass (a slight exaggeration). Read more

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