[CANUFNET] Tree planting in the downtown core

[Naomi Zurcher via CANUFNET]

Hi Beth:

What are the possibilities of removing concrete paving between trees - linear along the curb. You could improve the compaction situation by doing radial trenching. You could also use permiable pavers to create a pedestrian path midway but this would greatly increase rooting space and allow development of a root community. I would also cover the now open soil with wood chips to reduce further compaction and provide an organic layer.

The streets are a challenge for everyone.

all the best
naomi
On Aug 28, 2017, at 12:02 PM, "Hoar, Beth via CANUFNET" <canufnet at list.web.net> wrote:

> Hi
> We are trying to remediate some tree planting sites in our downtown area in Charlottetown.
> All infrastructure is in place and it’s a concrete/pavement jungle.
> We don’t have the budget to change the infrastructure much or put in a system such as silva cells.
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> I have been looking at other municipalities spatial requirements for growing healthy trees.
> We can open up some spaces by removing pavers and remediating the soil but…. getting an acceptable soil volume for the trees will be a challenge.
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> Looking for some advice on how other municipalities handle this situation.
> Thanks
> Beth
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