Sarah talks about an SRP course you can take that gives you a selection of free shade trees once completed.  Planted 15 feet from the home.

Discussion about planting trees near the home for shade when it comes to the root system.  Using root bariers,  Another option planting vines on  iron trellis walls.

CALLER:  Looking for privacy tree.  Landscaper suggested a sissou tree.  John explains the issues with that tree and gives other evergreen options creating a hedge.  Plus 3 vine suggestions for a privacy wall.

CALLER:  Has an aleppo pine.  Five feet up from the base has a very large branch shooting out.  Can he trim it off to keep the tree balanced especially since its near his power line?

Winter pruning tips for deciduous trees keeping in mind frost sensitivity.

Pruning the more vigorous evergreen trees.

CALLER:  Planting 4 tipu trees.  Need suggestions on preping, planting level and watering.

John discusses a tree pathogen sooty canker.