Online Seminars: Staking, Guying, Stapling

mdvaden · 22nd November 2007, 09:39 AM

Online Seminars Nov. / Dec. 2007 article on staking, guying, stapling and wrapping of trees...

on-line-seminars.com - Staking, Guying, Stapling

Text available at link for two months...

Two aspects of this paragraph, were new facts to me...

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A supported tree will initially gain height faster than an unsupported tree, but the stem will be thin and weak up to the tie and then it will taper rapidly. Normally, when a tree bends as a result of wind, root development on the windward side of the tree is increased, thereby aiding the tree in becoming stronger and eventually straightening up on its own. Recent research has discovered that a tree actually develops an oval cross section to deal with prevailing winds. This cannot occur if the tree is staked or guyed.

One point of disagreement, might be about stakes detracting from the look of the landscape. Stakes "may" detract. But I've seen some staking done so nicely, that it may have added interest while the plants were smaller. Aside from structural benefits, that is.

In the "Appropriate" section, I'd add...

"When tree stems are small enough to be undetectable in low-light situations and vulnerable to being bumped into" Such as areas where people could walk into small trees, where budgets prevented buying a larger stem diameter. Stakes also keep small children from grabbing on trunks and swirling in circles - again, a possible exception to the rule.

lenphillips · 9th December 2007, 02:10 PM

The article has a lot to say about tree staples. I have seen stapling installed and it worked well in the demonstration I saw. But is it really the answer? Does anyone have experience with this device.
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Ekka · 9th December 2007, 02:36 PM

Never heard of it before your article, mostly they get guy wired here if needed.

I'd say it would be like a huge tent peg.

Any pics info etc would be good.

treevet · 21st December 2007, 08:30 PM

Tree Staple Below Grade Stabilization System for Newly Planted Trees and Shrubs. I had no clue before I searched. Never heard of anyone doing it. As the thin appearance of the stem that is supported by guys etc. I have always assumed it is the result of lack of reaction wood development. Anyway we seldom support unless it a container tree that feels loose and is in a wind exposed location. We ve been putting up a lot of deer protection fencing and that may be the answer to give normal trunk dvlpmt while protecting from kids and the like Mr. Vaden mentioned.

9th December 2007, 02:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
lenphillips Gettin' motoring Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 43	Re: Online Seminars: Staking, Guying, Stapling The article has a lot to say about tree staples. I have seen stapling installed and it worked well in the demonstration I saw. But is it really the answer? Does anyone have experience with this device. _________________ Len Phillips Administrator Online Seminars for Municipal Arborists

9th December 2007, 02:36 PM	#3 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 5,673	Re: Online Seminars: Staking, Guying, Stapling Never heard of it before your article, mostly they get guy wired here if needed. I'd say it would be like a huge tent peg. Any pics info etc would be good. __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

21st December 2007, 08:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
treevet Astronaut Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 598	Re: Online Seminars: Staking, Guying, Stapling Tree Staple Below Grade Stabilization System for Newly Planted Trees and Shrubs. I had no clue before I searched. Never heard of anyone doing it. As the thin appearance of the stem that is supported by guys etc. I have always assumed it is the result of lack of reaction wood development. Anyway we seldom support unless it a container tree that feels loose and is in a wind exposed location. We ve been putting up a lot of deer protection fencing and that may be the answer to give normal trunk dvlpmt while protecting from kids and the like Mr. Vaden mentioned.

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