Title: Explain site factors affecting the establishment of trees in a developed area.
Course: Community Forestry and Tree Management (18502-III) > Section: Examining Environmental Factors that Influence Tree Growth

Explanation should include

- growing space for the crown and roots
- soil characteristics
- water availability
- sunlight
- microclimate
- proximity to traffic
- space restrictions
- resource availability
- tree risk
- debris
- access
- utility conflicts
- pollution.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do planting characteristics vary between a developed area and an open area?
- What are the most common limitations of trees in urban environments?
- What soil conditions and depth are required for growing trees?
- What are problems associated with establishing trees near solid structures?
- What is the relationship between tree uses and site selection?
- What species should be avoided adjacent to a fishpond? Why?
- What technologies and/or techniques are available to provide extra room for tree roots?