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Tree Planting and Care Video Title: Tree Planting & Care
Media: VHS
Author: Iowa State University and Iowa DNR
Summary: Short video (16 min.) providing information about the importance of site evaluation and choosing the right tree. Other topics include proper site preparation, planting and after-care of new trees.

Tree Response to Pruning Techniques Title: Tree Response to Pruning Techniques
Media: VHS
Author: Purdue University
Summary: Short video (6 min.) describing the effects of different types of tree pruning practices. Focus on biological processes occurring in trees as a result of pruning.

Preventing Stem Girdling Roots Title: Preventing Stem Girdling Roots
Media: VHS
Author: Minnesota Society of Arboriculture
Summary: Video discussing the problem of Stem Girdling Roots (SGR) with trees from nursery stock to mature trees. Training on how to identify, prevent and address SGRs in the landscape.

TLC for Trees Title: TLC for Trees
Media: DVD, VHS, CD
Author: USFS, Univ. of Tenn.
Summary: These tutorial articles and video vignettes are intended to help you ensure good structure and strength, the continued best health and highest value of your landscape trees.

Image Unavailable Title: Proper Tree Planting and Pruning
Media: DVD
Author: MO Dept. of Conservation
Summary: DVD video describing proper tree planting and pruning techniques.

Root Injury Brochure Title: Root Injury and Tree Health
Media: VHS
Author: IL Arborist Assoc., USDA Forest Service
Summary: Short video (10 min.) and companion booklet designed as educational aides for diverse audiences. They can be used for consumer education, employee training, public awareness programs, garden shows, and classroom.

* Items available for loan may be borrowed for limited time use (1 month or less). To make arrangements to borrow items, please contact Kevin Sayers at 517.241.4632 or sayersk@mi.gov. Items will be mailed free of charge but must be returned at the users expense.

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