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Staking and Guying Landscape Trees

by Kim Bomberger

MF1120

Describes the benefits and concerns of staking and guying landscape trees. 2-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Jul 2025

Handling and Planting Container-Grown Trees

by Kim Bomberger

MF1119

Describes planting techniques and concerns about container-grown trees. 2 pages, b/w.

Revision Date: Jul 2025

Tips on Planting Trees and Shrubs

by Heather Ahring

MF3670

This publication provides guidelines for optimal plant spacing, preparation of planting sites, and irrigation and fertilization practices. It emphasizes the importance of proper spacing based on geographic location and plant species to ensure healthy growth. It also outlines steps for site preparation, including removing competing vegetation and protecting seedlings from wildlife. Additionally, it offers irrigation schedules based on soil type and advises on fertilization, particularly for deciduous trees on poorer soils. 2 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Sep 2024

Selecting and Planting a Tree

by Tim McDonnell

L870

When choosing trees at the nursery, select a high-quality tree. This publication identifies points to look for in a dormant tree 5 feet or taller. 4 p.

Published Date: Aug 2008

Lion Tailing and its Impact on Tree Health

by Tim McDonnell

MF3551

Lion tailing is an improper tree pruning practice, the excessive thinning or removal of the interior branches, leaving most of the foliage and canopy on the branch ends. Excessive pruning causes stress for trees. 2-pages, color.

Published Date: Mar 2021

Top Ten Tree-Planting Mistakes

by Eric Berg Tim McDonnell

MF3238

Learn about some of the most common mistakes made when planting trees. 2-page, 2-color.

Published Date: Aug 2015

Fertilizing Trees in the Landscape

by Tim McDonnell Jason J. Griffin

MF2707

Trees that may benefit from fertilization often display symptoms of reduced annual growth, small leaves or general yellowing of foliage. 2 p.

Published Date: Mar 2006

Ornamental Tree Evaluation

by Tim McDonnell Jason J. Griffin Cathie Lavis

MF632

This fact sheet provides information about the trunk formula method, a simple, reliable tool widely used by professionals to establish the value of ornamental trees. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Aug 2015

Chain Saws-Safety, Operation, Tree Felling Techniques

MF2103

Provides safety guidelines and techniques for operating chain saws and tree felling. 4 pages, b/w.

Revision Date: May 2023

Weed Control Options in Tree Plantings

by Ryan Armbrust

L848

This examines the four main ways to combat weeds in tree plantings: mechanical, chemical, mulch, and barrier. 12-page, 2 color.

Revision Date: Sep 2017

Tree Planting Guide

by John D. Klempa

L596

How to order trees from Kansas Forest Service, plant at best time, prepare site, care for bare-root and container-grown trees before planting, dig holes, plant trees, protect from weeds and animals, water deeply. 8 p.

Revision Date: May 2012