Plant a tree, Brother. - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

cody · 2007-08-10, 01:13 PM

I'm thinking of planting a couple trees in my backyard this weekend. Is this a bad time of year or anything? When is generally the good time[s] of year to plant stuff in this area? Any suggestions on where and what kind of tree to get? I'm just looking for something that will create shade and grow quickly without dropping a bunch of leaves/fruit I guess.

sperry · 2007-08-10, 01:20 PM

Eucalyptus grows like a weed. But they blow over in wind storms and don't look all that nice. Also, you have to watch out for the roving bands of aggressive koala bears they attract.

Joeyy · 2007-08-10, 01:21 PM

I don't know about the time of year. What I do know is don't buy any Aspens. You can get straight small to med size from my back yard for free (well may be one beer). Later D-

cody · 2007-08-10, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joeyy

I don't know about the time of year. What I do know is don't buy any Aspens. You can get straight small to med size from my back yard for free (well may be one beer). Later D-

Sold! PMing you.

MPREZIV · 2007-08-10, 02:40 PM

Native Nevadans will tell you the old adage: "start your planting only when the last bit of snow has melted off the top of Peavine Mt."

It's believed that any earlier, there's too much chance for more snow freezing your new shrubbery. Later will result in too hot/again too close to winter for things to take "good hold". If you're just transplanting semi-mature trees, not so much to worry about. They'll likely be plenty hardy to handle any weather swings that may occur.

cody · 2007-08-10, 02:50 PM

Yah, I followed that adage for planting vegetables last year, but I'm just not too familiar with trees. The Aspens should survive as long as I plant them with enough good soil and keep them well watered according to a coworker. I assume the fact that they're coming from Truckee means they're frost resistant. I'll mulch them too.

bxracer69 · 2007-08-10, 03:27 PM

I deal with this kinda thing on a daily basis at work in the parks department. And recently had a discussion with my boss about this.

Aspens are a poor choice for lower altitude because they are a high altitude tree which mainly lives between 6500-10000 ft. They also do not fair well in high temperatures, and need to live in colonies of 5 or more trees to live optimally.

A wiser choice could be a maple tree or poplar. A talk with a local nursery or within the close vacinity of your house should be able to pin-point a perfect match for your yard and soil type.

tysonK · 2007-08-10, 03:40 PM

http://www.colostate.edu/Dept/CoopEx...s/aspencan.htm

After reading this a couple weeks ago I'm thinking about digging mine up. The builder put one in the front yard.

cody · 2007-08-10, 05:18 PM

Hmmmm. Thanks for the input. I did hear G&G has some good deals on trees right now. Maybe I'll check it out tomorrow.

Dean · 2007-08-10, 07:34 PM

I think you want to wait until it cools down a bit. As I recall, planting mid summer is not good for survival.

100_Percent_Juice · 2007-08-10, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dean

I think you want to wait until it cools down a bit. As I recall, planting mid summer is not good for survival.

or the water bill.

cody · 2007-08-10, 08:47 PM

Yah, earlier in the season would have been ideal, but if I wait, I think the first frosts could be a concern.

Dean · 2007-08-10, 09:19 PM

Especially for evergreens, I think later is better. Only one shock transplant and start of winter.

You are good 'til early Nov. in NNV. And based on the times for SNV, I'd wait until at least Sept. due to the heat we have been having

UNR references... First two hits.

http://www.google.com/search?q=tree+planting+nevada

left footed whooten · 2007-08-15, 06:27 PM

A Catalpa tree grows fairly fast, they're all over around Arlington along the streets. Makes white flowers, then vanilla bean looking seedpods. A Mimosa tree might grow good here, I'd ask Moana or Dry Creek, though. The zones don't line up.

MattR · 2007-08-16, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by cody

Hmmmm. Thanks for the input. I did hear G&G has some good deals on trees right now. Maybe I'll check it out tomorrow.

I've purchased trees from G&G and they've been the best I have. good choice.

left footed whooten · 2007-08-16, 10:35 AM

vas ist G&G?

Kevin M · 2007-08-16, 10:58 AM

G&G Landscaping and Nursery.

left footed whooten · 2007-08-16, 04:33 PM

Hmmm, I'll have to check them out. Didn't even know about them. I'd give them an ask about a Mimosa tree. They make for great shade, grow pretty fast and have flowers for hummingbirds and such. Dont know if they'd handle the winter, but my dad has a few up in Redding and they sustain the snow that they get there.

sperry · 2007-08-16, 04:55 PM

Every time I read this thread's title, this is what I hear in my head:

PLANT A TREE... BROTHER!

cody · 2007-08-16, 06:36 PM

cody · 2010-03-30, 10:42 AM

Is now an okay time to do some lite pruning on our trees (A Maple and a Sweetgum)? Can I fertilize them with lawn fertilizer? When? They didn't do so great last year (their first season after being planted the previous fall at our house). They just looked kinda sickly. They're tall though.

I planted them in enormous holes with a good amount of organic compost mixed in.

sperry · 2010-03-30, 02:00 PM

I thought trees were supposed to be planted in the fall.

Kevin M · 2010-03-30, 02:35 PM

I thought you plant them in the ground.

bigrobwoot · 2010-03-30, 02:42 PM

AFAIK, you should do the pruning in early spring (nowish). The plant is getting ready to start growing again, so it will recover better from the pruning. But, I'm no horticulturist.

MattR · 2010-03-30, 03:01 PM

I was happy to think about the Hulkster again.

2007-08-10, 01:13 PM	#1
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	Plant a tree, Brother. I'm thinking of planting a couple trees in my backyard this weekend. Is this a bad time of year or anything? When is generally the good time[s] of year to plant stuff in this area? Any suggestions on where and what kind of tree to get? I'm just looking for something that will create shade and grow quickly without dropping a bunch of leaves/fruit I guess. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2007-08-10, 01:20 PM	#2
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	Eucalyptus grows like a weed. But they blow over in wind storms and don't look all that nice. Also, you have to watch out for the roving bands of aggressive koala bears they attract. __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2007-08-10, 02:40 PM	#5
MPREZIV Token Real Name: Le Stig Afrique? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: sitting next to a big yellow box Posts: 3,589 Car: 2001 Impreza 2.5 RS Class: 05 TDSP No, I won't work on your car. F your car*	Native Nevadans will tell you the old adage: "start your planting only when the last bit of snow has melted off the top of Peavine Mt." It's believed that any earlier, there's too much chance for more snow freezing your new shrubbery. Later will result in too hot/again too close to winter for things to take "good hold". If you're just transplanting semi-mature trees, not so much to worry about. They'll likely be plenty hardy to handle any weather swings that may occur. __________________ "...these condoms have a topical anesthetic to reduce sensitivity, so you can last longer. What a paradox. You can't feel a thing, but you can fck for HOURS..." Last edited by MPREZIV; 2007-08-10 at 02:41 PM. Reason: i can't fucking spell...*

2007-08-10, 02:50 PM	#6
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	Yah, I followed that adage for planting vegetables last year, but I'm just not too familiar with trees. The Aspens should survive as long as I plant them with enough good soil and keep them well watered according to a coworker. I assume the fact that they're coming from Truckee means they're frost resistant. I'll mulch them too. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2007-08-10, 03:27 PM	#7
bxracer69 EJ22 Real Name: Nick Langkamp Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: On the Road Posts: 384 Car: 2003 Mitsubishi Evo8 Class: SM Snowboarding....Because gravity is cheaper than gas	I deal with this kinda thing on a daily basis at work in the parks department. And recently had a discussion with my boss about this. Aspens are a poor choice for lower altitude because they are a high altitude tree which mainly lives between 6500-10000 ft. They also do not fair well in high temperatures, and need to live in colonies of 5 or more trees to live optimally. A wiser choice could be a maple tree or poplar. A talk with a local nursery or within the close vacinity of your house should be able to pin-point a perfect match for your yard and soil type. __________________ My better is better than your best. My fast smells like french toast. www.langkampracing.com

2007-08-10, 01:21 PM	#3
Joeyy i can has kart? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CA Posts: 1,228	I don't know about the time of year. What I do know is don't buy any Aspens. You can get straight small to med size from my back yard for free (well may be one beer). Later D-

2007-08-10, 03:40 PM	#8
tysonK warehouse SECCS Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: SoCal... Posts: 6,253 Car: 04 Evo 99 Cadillac Class: street de le mod	http://www.colostate.edu/Dept/CoopEx...s/aspencan.htm After reading this a couple weeks ago I'm thinking about digging mine up. The builder put one in the front yard. __________________ Anjali? Anjali?

2007-08-10, 05:18 PM	#9
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	Hmmmm. Thanks for the input. I did hear G&G has some good deals on trees right now. Maybe I'll check it out tomorrow. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2007-08-10, 07:34 PM	#10
Dean Señor Cheap Bastarde Real Name: Dean Join Date: May 2003 Location: $99 Tire Store Posts: 9,294 Car: $.04 STI Class: Fast,Cheap & Reliable=STI Deal, did somebody say Deal? Oh, Dean, yeah that's me.	I think you want to wait until it cools down a bit. As I recall, planting mid summer is not good for survival. __________________ I am a Commodore PET --- Now get off my lawn you kids...

2007-08-10, 08:47 PM	#12
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	Yah, earlier in the season would have been ideal, but if I wait, I think the first frosts could be a concern. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2007-08-10, 09:19 PM	#13
Dean Señor Cheap Bastarde Real Name: Dean Join Date: May 2003 Location: $99 Tire Store Posts: 9,294 Car: $.04 STI Class: Fast,Cheap & Reliable=STI Deal, did somebody say Deal? Oh, Dean, yeah that's me.	Especially for evergreens, I think later is better. Only one shock transplant and start of winter. You are good 'til early Nov. in NNV. And based on the times for SNV, I'd wait until at least Sept. due to the heat we have been having UNR references... First two hits. http://www.google.com/search?q=tree+planting+nevada __________________ I am a Commodore PET --- Now get off my lawn you kids...

2007-08-15, 06:27 PM	#14
left footed whooten EJ251 Real Name: Dylan Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Truckee Posts: 539 Car: 06 WRX wagon CGM Class: Stuck working weekends	A Catalpa tree grows fairly fast, they're all over around Arlington along the streets. Makes white flowers, then vanilla bean looking seedpods. A Mimosa tree might grow good here, I'd ask Moana or Dry Creek, though. The zones don't line up. __________________ I'd rather drink muddy water and sleep in a hollow log

2007-08-16, 10:35 AM	#16
left footed whooten EJ251 Real Name: Dylan Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Truckee Posts: 539 Car: 06 WRX wagon CGM Class: Stuck working weekends	vas ist G&G? __________________ I'd rather drink muddy water and sleep in a hollow log

2007-08-16, 10:58 AM	#17
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	G&G Landscaping and Nursery. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2007-08-16, 04:33 PM	#18
left footed whooten EJ251 Real Name: Dylan Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Truckee Posts: 539 Car: 06 WRX wagon CGM Class: Stuck working weekends	Hmmm, I'll have to check them out. Didn't even know about them. I'd give them an ask about a Mimosa tree. They make for great shade, grow pretty fast and have flowers for hummingbirds and such. Dont know if they'd handle the winter, but my dad has a few up in Redding and they sustain the snow that they get there. __________________ I'd rather drink muddy water and sleep in a hollow log

2007-08-16, 04:55 PM	#19
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	Every time I read this thread's title, this is what I hear in my head: *PLANT A TREE... BROTHER!* __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2007-08-16, 06:36 PM	#20
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	__________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2010-03-30, 10:42 AM	#21
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	Is now an okay time to do some lite pruning on our trees (A Maple and a Sweetgum)? Can I fertilize them with lawn fertilizer? When? They didn't do so great last year (their first season after being planted the previous fall at our house). They just looked kinda sickly. They're tall though. I planted them in enormous holes with a good amount of organic compost mixed in. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo. Last edited by cody; 2010-03-30 at 10:44 AM.

2010-03-30, 02:00 PM	#22
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	I thought trees were supposed to be planted in the fall. __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2010-03-30, 02:35 PM	#23
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	I thought you plant them in the ground. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2010-03-30, 02:42 PM	#24
bigrobwoot EJ251 Real Name: Rob Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Reno Posts: 679 Car: 2019 CBS WRX Premium Class: Middle Shoot for the moon, because even if you miss, you'll still be among the stars	AFAIK, you should do the pruning in early spring (nowish). The plant is getting ready to start growing again, so it will recover better from the pruning. But, I'm no horticulturist.

2010-03-30, 03:01 PM	#25
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	I was happy to think about the Hulkster again. __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

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