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BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMPs) FOR CONSTRUCTION SITES by Dr. Kim D. Coder, University of Georgia List of tree quality BMPs for development sites: Know the development and building regulations concerning trees in your area. Plan for a cement wash-out pit and designate a chemical holding area, both away from tree protection areas. Limit site parkingRead more

Bobs Tree Preservation named Conservation Business of 2009 for the State of Louisiana – Monday, April 19, 2010 Bob’s Tree Preservation Company – Conservation Business of the Year Why is planting a tree like learning to ride a bike?  The answer is easy.  Once it takes hold, it lasts for a lifetime.  That goes notRead more

Live Oak compatible ground cover, small shrubs, & grasses: Basically Live Oak compatible plantings are drought tolerant, shade tolerant, and non-competitive, and non-allopathic, with Live Oak roots. The following ground covers are usable: Ajuga Mondo grass Common periwinkle (Vinca Minor) Coontie Japanese Ardisia Aspidistra Ferns (Holly, Boston, Leather Leaf, Sword, wood) Indigo Liriope Wedelia FatsiaRead more