Week 1 - 10th Nov - Evaluate sites, stock sizes Flashcards
LO’s 1.1, 1.2 & 1.4
What factors should be considered when planting trees or shrubs site?
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Why are you planting in the first place?
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Shelter, Screening, Definition, Astethic.
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Is there sufficient room for the trees and shrubs to grow and mature without intervention?
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Room for a canopy, room for roots.
Consider whether planting on beds, a lawn, against a wall, beside car park.
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Consider access routes within the vicinity of the planting.
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Trees with a low canopy like a Prunis may obstruct pedistrians.
Oversized trees like Oak may take away space blocking access for cars lorries vans etc..
Fruit plants may drop fruit on pavement and cause slip hazards.
Berberis thorn shrubs can cause injury.
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Consider
The presence of underground or overhead services which may impact where you decide to plant.
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Over head electric wires, telephone wires, under ground drains, gas pipes, water mains, wires.
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What are some things you need to consider on a site regarding soil?
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Soil
* Texture
* Structure
* pH
* Organic matter content
* Depth
* Nutrient status
* Drainage
* Toxicity/contamination
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What are some things you need to consider on a site regarding soil?
Evaluation of planting sites
Soil
* Texture
* Structure
* pH
* Organic matter content
* Depth
* Nutrient status
* Drainage
* Toxicity/contamination
Evaluation of planting sites
