CALLER:  New backyard installed.  Two watering zones for desert shrubs and purple plums trees.  Has some concern about watering too much with excessive heat and avoiding root rot.

CALLER:  Regarding pruning their Palo Brea tree using the HEX ARMOR THORN RESISTANT GLOVES found at our E-Store.

Extreme temperatures can run the risk of tree defoliation.  John suggests shade cloth to cover those trees that need it.

Monsoon tree preparation for wind.  Hot dry wind can dry out trees and plants.  Tree tape is good to wrap about thin skinned tree trunks to protect against sun damage.

CALLER:  Has a lemon tree with brown spots on the leaves.  Suggest 50/50 shade cloth.

CALLER:  Has a rogue sissou tree with roots buckling the lawn and tiles.  Is there a way to control the root growth.  Discussion of root barriers that might work.

What is psithurism again?  

Sarah’s tips on helping your trees get thru excessive heat.  Using drip or soaker hoses around the canopy.  Using wood chips or mulch to retain moisture and cool the ground.

ArborKelp can promote root growth and heightens stress tolerance.

Discussion of a new program called ‘Birds In Trees’.  Educating people to keep your trees for wildlife and birds.