24 reactions · 14 shares | Tree Tip Tuesday: If you're planting container-grown trees, you want to avoid girdling roots after the tree is planted. But what exactly are girdling roots? Davey arborist Lou Meyer explains what they are and shares an important step when planting container-grown trees to help avoid the continued growth of girdling roots. | The Davey Tree Expert Company | Facebook

The silent killer: Tree girdling. If you leave those planting straps on, they'll choke the life out of your tree and cause infection. Save your trees—take the straps off! #treecare #Girdling #ArboristTips #fblifestyle | Get Wild

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