How do I keep my tree healthy and vigorous for a lifetime?

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How do I keep my tree healthy and vigorous for a lifetime?

Overview

You can keep your tree healthy and vigorous for a lifetime by following basic management practices. The publications and links, below, can serve as a guide. They will provide details and illustrations about: watering | fertilizing | pruning mature trees | identifying structural defects | protecting a tree from damage | choosing an arborist

Associated Links

Cultural tips for trees, shrubs, and woody plants - UC IPM
How to choose an arborist - International Society of Arboriculture
Tree Care and Management

Publications

WATERING
A Guide to Estimating Irrigation Water Needs of Landscape Plantings in California (pdf) - UCCE, CA DWR
Estimating Water Requirements of Landscape Plantings: The Landscape Coefficient - UC. Buy Publication.
Water Conservation Tips for the Home Lawn and Garden (pdf) - UC.
FERTILIZING
Fertilizing Landscape Trees (pdf) - UC.
PRUNING MATURE TREES
Woody Landscape Plants - Pruning (pdf) in California Master Gardener Handbook. UC. Buy Publication
Mature Tree Pruning (pdf) - UCCE
IDENTIFYING STRUCTURAL DEFECTS
Each year in California, many trees fall or break apart, causing property damage, personal injuries, and power outages. Although some tree failures are not predictable and cannot be prevented, many failures can be prevented. Simply by inspecting a tree for common structural defects, many potential failures can be corrected before they cause damage or injury. Learn more from the following publications.
Cómo reconocer peligros potenciales de los arboles. UC. Buy Publication.
Inspect Your Landscape Trees for Hazards - UC
Recognizing Tree Hazards: a Photographic Guide for Homeowners. UC. Buy Publication.
PROTECTING A TREE FROM DAMAGE
Living among the Oaks: A Management Guide to Landowners. UC. Buy Publication.
A Planner’s Guide to Oak Woodlands. UC. Buy Publication.
Protecting Trees When Building on Forested Land.UC. Buy Publication.

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