Re: Septic System Demo Garden -- root systems
Nan Sterman wrote:
>
> >Has anybody heard of a publication detailing the extent of the root
> >systems of various trees?
>
> Hi Diana (and everyone else)! I've always thought this was a fascinating
> topic, but I've never had the time to research it. However, I have a
> starting point for you in terms of research. In "Maintaining Your Edible
> Landscape Naturally," Bob Kourik cites a Russian study of the root systems
> of different fruit trees from more than 60 years ago called "The Root
> System of Fruit Plants." Unfortunately, that's as much citation
> information as he provides (!), though it is a terrific book. He includes
> diagrams of root systems of several trees and discussed rootstocks, etc.
> You might try to contact Bob, at Metamorphic Press, P.O. Box 1841 Santa
> Rosa CA 95402 (Bob IS Metamorphic Press -- I believe he's a
> self-publisher).
>
> So that's a starting point. I'd love to hear what you find out, so keep us
> posted.
>
> Nan
>
> Nan Sterman, Master Composter in residency
> San Diego County, California
> Sunset zone 24, USDA zone 10b or 11
>
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I'm trying to get my ducks in a row to leave for a 4 day trade show,
while getting in an all day Open House and another day to the city to
pick up 240 Heather 'Wickwar Flame' (turns FLAME RED in winter!). Now,
if my Just-Turned-7 year olds' 3 day a week swimming lessons and the
soccer team all merge, I'll be fit for an extended vacation in the
Looney Bin.
Anyway, I return Sept. 1, at which point I shall pursue this book.
Thank you so much!
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The Greenhouse Nursery
81 S. Bagley Creek Road & Hwy 101
Port Angeles, WA 98362
(360) 417-2664
Zone 8
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