Correct Handling, Transportation & Storage (Week 11)

What was this session about?

• I was talking to the person next to me, so I didn't hear what Louis was saying

• Correct handling, transportation & storage of nursery stock

• I don't know, I was on my phone the whole time

• Nursery stock specifications defined by form & root

We started off talking about correct stock handling. We covered; never pick trees up by their trunk, root damage and what other area?

Circle the apical (terminal) bud in this image.

What is potentially damaged if we pick the tree up by the trunk?

• The tree's stem

• Your baby soft hands

• Fibrous roots

• The plant container

What is the main problem when exposing roots before planting?

• Drying out

• Susceptible to frost damage

• They look weird

• Start to respire in open air

When transporting trees, what do you think is the most important area to consider?

• Tying down

• Covering

• Loading & unloading

• Plant the day of transport

Is this a suitable method to transport trees?

• No, their too close together

• No

• Yes, I know Joel will drive carefully

• Yes, its only round the corner

What is this?

Why would you use a Newman Frame?

• It looks cool!

• Its better for the tree

• To keep the cost down

• When a tree spade is impractical

What does this sentence describe? 'This helps to prevent plants from breaking dormancy early and keeps the roots moist until you can get them planted.'

• Cold storage

• Heeling in

• Irrigation

• How I like to spend my weekends