PTCA April Monthly Meeting Program: Proper Tree Selection and Planting BMPs

It's National Arbor Day in April and more arborists are requested and much needed as volunteer supervisors for public tree planting events. This joint presentation will share tree planting details that are important for community volunteers. Successful planting depends on maximum survival of newly planted trees. 

What you need to know. Each year thousands of trees die from planting by inexperienced/ unprofessional homeowners and landscapers. Tree planting is a service our industry needs to offer on a wider basis to improve long term survival of landscape trees. Join ISA Certified Arborists Kurt Peacock and Chuck Morgan for BMPs for tree selection and planting. A lot has changed over the last 3 decades as to how we select and plant trees. Global research aimed at uncovering the truth vs. common myths/ misconceptions persisting in the green industry will be covered. Proper planting of good quality trees can be profitable for your business if done right and create increased customer confidence in your business.

Kurt's Bio: 43 years’ experience in the Tree and Nursery industry. Bachelor Science Agricultural Science, Fresno State University. 29 years in the Wholesale/ Retail Nursery Industry. Consulting Arborist 16+ years private practice, 5+ years as Project Manager for Tree San Diego Urban Forestry Non- Profit. Avid fruit grower for 26 years at his Chula Vista home and 40 year member of California Rare Fruit Growers (CRGF)

Chuck's Bio:  Chuck currently serves as Board Chair for PTCA.  Chuck spent the lion’s share of his career at UC San Diego, beginning as a groundskeeper and retiring after 35 years as Assistant Director of Facilities, overseeing Landscape Maintenance, Recycling and Waste, and the Custodial Department. In total, Chuck’s career in the horticulture and arboriculture industry has spanned over 45 years. Chuck now works part-time for the non-profit Tree San Diego. He conducts tree inspections, manages Cal Fire grant projects, conducts trainings, and assists in distributing trees throughout disadvantaged neighborhoods in San Diego.

Cost:   

Time:

5:30 Executive Meeting

6:30 General Meeting/Dinner/Presentation, CEUs

Location:

Filippi's Pizza Grotto, Scripps Ranch, 9969 Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92131