Western Mass Tree Wardens Spring 2022 Meeting 

Please join us for education and networking at the Bluebonnet Diner! Just $40 per person. ISA and MCA CEUs are pending.

Agenda

5:00-5:15 Gathering

5:15-5:45 UMass Extension - Mandy Bayer - Impact of Root Ball Preparation in Landscap Plantings

5:45-6:15 Dinner - Dinner Buffet - Boiled Ham, Italian Meatballs, Macaroni w/Marinara Sauce, Polish Kielbasa, Fried Chicken Drummers, Fresh Vegetable, Potato Salad, Tossed Salad, Fruit Salad, Sliced Tomatoes, Sliced American Cheese, Assorted Relishes ~ Rolls & Butter ~ Assorted Desserts ~ Coffee, Tea or Milk.

6:15-7:15 UMass - Kristina Bezanzon - Planting Considerations for Street Trees

Details

IMPACT OF ROOT BALL PREPARATION IN LANDSCAPE PLANTINGS

Mandy Bayer, Ph.D. UMass Extension

Hear about the findings from a two year UMass study on the impact of root ball preparation techniques on establishment of three native and three non-native species

PLANTING CONSIDERATIONS FOR STREET TREES

Kristina Bezanson, BCMA Dept. of Environmental Conservation UMass Amherst

Learn the latest on site analysis - what trees need to survive in an urban environment. Discussion will cover: types of nursery stock, ANSI A300 standards, planting with contractors verses inhouse crews or volunteers and most importantly tree management practices for  after planting. 

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In Partnership with...

In partnership with the Massachusetts Tree Wardens’ and Foresters’ Association, Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation,  UMass Department of Environmental Conservation,  UMass Center for Agriculture, Food & the Environment, USDA Forest Services, and  Eversource Energy.