Staking, Guying Test

Staking, Guying Test
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Question: 1. A tree should not be staked unless:
wind is a problem.
the tree develops a lean.
there is a good chance vandals will cause damage.
All of the above

Question: 2. A tree should not be staked so:
their stem may become thin.
they produce fine roots.
their tops will be free to move.
all of the above.

Question: 3. All stakes and guy wires should be:
removed when the tree can stand straight.
removed between 12 and 18 months after planting.
up to 20 feet (6 m) tall.
all of the above.

Question: 4. Tree bracing collars should be:
inexpensive wood stakes.
a unique, one-stake support.
located half way up the trunk.
smooth, wide, and flexible.

Question: 5. Proper staking should:
detract from the desired look of the landscape.
not need adjustments.
allow weak trees to break.
allow movement without restriction from the ground up.

Question: 6. Guy wires:
are long wires running from the ground to the trunk.
are designed for trees exceeding twenty feet in height.
are designed with turnbuckles and earth anchors.
.all of the above.

Question: 7. Biodegradable guy wires:
use wire that is a soft No. 9 wire.
use a softwood stake that is not painted.
break apart after 18 months.
.all of the above.

Question: 8. Staples are placed:
on the edge of the planting pit.
against the trunk.
through the root ball.
all of the above.

Question: 9. Wrapping should be:
retained from the nursery.
attached with wire.
used to protect thin-barked trees.
removed after one year.

Question: 10. The use of tree wrap for winter protection:
is good to provide cold-damage protection.
is good to prevent rodent damage.
still provides a lot of controversy.
All of the above

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