Landscaping

Question 1

Bare root liners

Answer 1

Takes trees from seed and grows them
Liners are transplanted into the field or pot after shipping from nursery

Question 2

Container Nurseries

Answer 2

More control over nutrients and water
Less root loss, could promote circling of the roots

Question 3

Field grown tree nurseries

Answer 3

liners remain in field until they reach desired size
mechanically removed with tree spades and balled/burlap/etc, then shipped out

Question 4

Six principles of landscape design

Answer 4

Focal point
Balance
Simplicity
Rhythm of Line
Proportion
Unity
Harmony(subjective)

Question 5

How does landscaping reduce energy use in summer?

Answer 5

evaporative cooling by foliage
shading of roof, windows, outdoor ac

Question 6

Interception

Answer 6

water hitting leaves, branches, and trunks has its movement slowed

Question 7

Ground Level Water Management

Answer 7

leaf litter and organic matter holds precipitation and reduces runoff

Question 8

Below Ground Water management

Answer 8

organic mater increases pore space, thus increasing infiltration
organic matter increases moisture holding capacity
Root mats of trees break up soil, improving infiltration and moisture holding capacity