Selecting the Right Tree For Your Landscape Flashcards

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Right Tree

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A tree suited for its planting location.

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Environmental Factors

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Conditions affecting tree health and growth.

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Native Species

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Trees evolved locally, adapted to the environment.

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Non-native Species

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Trees from other regions, may offer unique benefits.

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Hardiness Zone Map

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Zones based on minimum annual temperatures.

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Minimum Temperature

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Lowest temperature a tree species can tolerate.

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Elevation Effects

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Higher elevations can lower effective hardiness zones.

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Moisture Tolerance

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Species' ability to withstand wet or dry conditions.

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Flooding Conditions

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Periodic waterlogging affecting tree selection.

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Transpiration

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Water loss from tree needles, especially in winter.