07-30-2016, 03:02 AM
Excellent advice. The point about size of canopy and roots spread is very helpful. Also, wow, I did not realize the Ohia's 20 feet disturbance radius. I would at all cost want to protect the native species, especially Ohia's -- I love them and I love it's beauty in the Hawaiian landscape and its significance in the native Hawaiian culture. Thank your very much for sharing that.
Kumarsah
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Originally posted by Rene Siracusa
In deciding what method to use you should take into consideration the size of the tree at maturity and what type of root system it has. For example, palms don't have spreading roots and can grow in a smaller hole. But a monkeypod has roots that spread out on the surface. And 'ohia are in trouble if there is ground disturbance within 20 feet of the trunk. So you should learn about the types of trees you want. Usually the spread of the canopy will be equal to the spread of the roots. A tree with a large canopy at maturity will require larger holes - whether natural pukas or created like a raised bed. And small lots with large trees will face problems later on, like branches falling on the roof, took much shade for other landscaping, roots invading water or sewage lines, etc.
So do your research and planning carefully before you buy any trees and avoid costly problems later.
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