Laura Paterson Sadowski

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former horticultural information specialist, UF/IFAS Department of Environmental Horticulture, Gainesville, FL.

Publications

Chapter 11—Planting and Establishing Trees

Edward F. Gilman and Laura P. Paterson

ENH1061 details 10 steps for proper tree planting, as well as establishing trees and root management.

Chapter 10—Selecting Quality Trees from the Nursery

Edward F. Gilman and Laura P. Sadowski

ENH1060 discusses site conditions and after-care as related to maximum tree size at planting, root ball characteristics, appropriate tree production method, and tree structure, and describes quality factors to evaluate.

Chapter 7—Choosing Suitable Trees for Urban and Suburban Sites: Site Evaluation and Species Selection.

Edward F. Gilman and Laura P. Sadowski

ENH1057 discusses site evaluation, modification, maintenance practices, desirable tree attributes, and tree selection.