Resources for Growers
Developing a high quality crown and root system are critical for the long term success of a tree. The following recommendations provide growers with a comprehensive guide on how to grow high quality tree stock.
Nursery Production Strategies
The “Strategies for Growing a High-Quality Root System, Trunk, and Crown in a Container Nursery” document provides comprehensive guidelines and strategies on how to produce high-quality nursery trees. Trees grown using these guidelines will assist new and experienced growers produce trees that meet industry standards and Growing Gold Nursery Specifications. Moreover, trees produced according to these strategies often grow faster with larger and stronger trunks and root systems able to hold trees erect sooner.
The guidelines explain all topics related to young tree growth and development, including:
Growing a strong root system
Creating a durable trunk and leader with small branches
Develop an urban-compatible branch structure
What nursery growers should know about tree buyers and specifications:
There are two types of nursery stock specifications, one used by small volume discerning buyers, and the other used primarily for large landscape installations.
Large landscape contracts that include construction documents
Non-profit, home owners, volunteer tree planting project specifications
Check out these webpages for even more information
Choosing a tree species
Buying a high quality tree
Pruning at a tree at all ages
Caring for a young tree
Planting a tree