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Tree Logic has been recently awarded the tender for the Wyndham Shire Council street planting contract. Overall responsibility will be for the planting, watering and maintenance of street trees as part of a panel contract.
“ We are really excited about this project” said David Balsamo, Director/ Manager Physical Services. “It is extremely challenging and brings together all the components of our expertise”.
Wyndham area is traditionally a tough area to grow trees due to the soil type and flat and windy conditions. Prior to settlement, tree coverage was sparse. In fact, Werribee is a favourite location for film shoots for “outback” and “desert” scenes. The challenge for Tree Logic is to work with these conditions utilising the latest in technology such as carbohydrate drenches, polymers in soil mixes and recycled water. “We aim to not only establish trees but to do it in a sustainable way” he said. David Balsamo will be discussing this project at the upcoming Tree Logic seminar ‘Sustainable Systems for Urban Trees’.
The flat and windy conditions of Wyndham. Photo: Suzanne Kent
Tree Logic are presenting a national seminar bringing together national and international experts. Our first presenter, Dr Jason Grabosky is on his second visit to Australia from the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Natural Resources at Rutgers State University of New Jersey. He joins Kim Sorvig, a Research Professor from The School of Architecture and Planning, University of New Mexico, speaking in Australia for the first time. The seminar is the only chance you will have to see these international experts.
Joining them is Australian sustainability expert Dr Peter Breen from EDAW (Aust) who will share his extensive experience in water sensitive urban design. Other local guest speakers will share case studies on sustainable systems that have allowed trees in urban environments to flourish. This is a not to be missed seminar.
Seats are limited so register today.
April 14 Brisbane
April 16 Sydney
April 18 Melbourne
• Read more about Kim Sorvig’s latest book.
As part of future Arbor Week celebrations, Tree Logic is keen to support community based organisations in achieving successful outcomes either through the provision of services, materials or professional advice and support. To nominate a worthy community based organisation complete the form on the Tree Logic website. Nominations close 30 April 2008.
• Nominate online now
Sustainable Systems for Urban Trees
This coming April Tree Logic presents an extremely topical seminar that will provide everything you need to know about developing sustainable systems for urban trees. This is a not to be missed seminar. Seats are limited so register your interest today.
• More information online
Sustainable Landscape Construction: A Guide to Green Building Outdoors 2nd Edition
Written by J.William Thompson and Kim Sorvig, a presenter at the Tree Logic April seminar, this revised and updated edition provides ideas for designing, building and maintaining environmentally sensitive landscapes. Illustrating projects from around the globe, it is a valuable resource for anyone interested in minimising the impact of development on the environment. Buy your copy online and pick it up at the seminar for Kim to sign. $79.95 - RRP is normally $89.95
• In the shop
'Keithsform' (Shantung Hybrid Maple – Norwegian Sunset)
'Keithsform' a new variety from the US is showing good form and after a road test of 7-8 years is still going strong. With vibrant autumn colour, good drought tolerance and a manageable height this broad dome shade tree gets the thumbs up for the urban environment.
• Download the fact sheet
Tree Tags and Aluminium Nails
Hard to find but so handy! Made from aluminium the nails are safe against chippers and chainsaws and the tags allow for easy identification for both arborists and non-arborists. Look no further. They are in our shop at reasonable prices.
• Online in the shop
Responsible drinking – the correct way to fertilise trees
Fertilising trees refers to the practice of adding supplemental nutrients (chemical elements)
required for normal growth and development. Read this information sheet before it's time for a good feed!
• Download the fact sheet here
Victims be prepared
Is your Elm looking a bit sick? It could be a victim of Elm Leaf Beetle damage. It’s too late to treat this pesky bug for this season but sign up to be on our database to receive the latest information on how to protect your trees for this coming season. Tree Logic offers an efficient, professional service which lasts two years. Register your interest today so your tree will be a survivor not a victim.
• Elm Leaf Beetle services
Dates for the diary
April 14 Tree Logic Seminar Brisbane
April 16 Tree Logic Seminar Sydney
April 18 Tree Logic Seminar Melbourne
Arbor Week: Closing date for nominations 30 April 2008
Gardening Australia promotes Tree Logic Skin
Tree Logic’s latest product Tree Skin was featured in Gardening Australia March edition page 72.
