This is a collection of photos that I have used in my reports, informational brochures, educational presentations and long range management plans. They are meant to show the practicality and functionality of a variety of species. Individual photos of the form, foliage, flower, bark, trunk flare and other features provide a comprehensive look at the practical application of urban trees.
When considering what tree to plant and where to plant it, here is some criteria to consider when selecting a new tree.
The mature size of the tree, how much room it needs for its roots, trunk flare and overall size of the critical root zone, the height of the tree and its canopy spread. This will tell you what size of grow space you need, whether it will be planted in a yard, a parkway, near a building or other landscape features.
What type of tree should be planted? Conifers, palms and broadleaf trees all have their own characteristics. Conifers can be single stemmed with a pyramidal or conical shape canopy, have multiple trunks with a broad umbrella shaped canopy or a small compact form. Palms can vary by trunk size, mature height and leaf shape. Broadleaf trees can either be evergreen, deciduous or semi- deciduous. When you are considering the type of tree canopy shape consider the benefits and impacts of a wide spreading canopy, a rounded form, tall and slender or compact and dense or a canopy that is sparse and open. The canopy can also have special appeal in its form or canopy structure, foliage, flowers or the wildlife and birds that it may attract.
Community tree planting projects should consider the useful life span of a tree. Trees with long life spans tend to grow slower, but tend to create less litter and have harder, or denser wood. Fast growing trees tend to create more litter, have higher maintenance needs such as frequent pruning and softer wood.
Maintenance considerations should include pruning frequencies, root and infrastructure conflicts, irrigation requirements and pest management.
The environmental benefits to consider with canopy size and density are air quality improvements, filtration of particulate matter, storm water runoff reduction capacity, windbreak effects and shade impacts.
If you have any questions in regards to the species identification on this page, please contact me.
When considering what tree to plant and where to plant it, here is some criteria to consider when selecting a new tree.
The mature size of the tree, how much room it needs for its roots, trunk flare and overall size of the critical root zone, the height of the tree and its canopy spread. This will tell you what size of grow space you need, whether it will be planted in a yard, a parkway, near a building or other landscape features.
What type of tree should be planted? Conifers, palms and broadleaf trees all have their own characteristics. Conifers can be single stemmed with a pyramidal or conical shape canopy, have multiple trunks with a broad umbrella shaped canopy or a small compact form. Palms can vary by trunk size, mature height and leaf shape. Broadleaf trees can either be evergreen, deciduous or semi- deciduous. When you are considering the type of tree canopy shape consider the benefits and impacts of a wide spreading canopy, a rounded form, tall and slender or compact and dense or a canopy that is sparse and open. The canopy can also have special appeal in its form or canopy structure, foliage, flowers or the wildlife and birds that it may attract.
Community tree planting projects should consider the useful life span of a tree. Trees with long life spans tend to grow slower, but tend to create less litter and have harder, or denser wood. Fast growing trees tend to create more litter, have higher maintenance needs such as frequent pruning and softer wood.
Maintenance considerations should include pruning frequencies, root and infrastructure conflicts, irrigation requirements and pest management.
The environmental benefits to consider with canopy size and density are air quality improvements, filtration of particulate matter, storm water runoff reduction capacity, windbreak effects and shade impacts.
If you have any questions in regards to the species identification on this page, please contact me.
© Walter Warriner Consulting Arborist
