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phasthound
10-09-2009, 05:44 PM
Good fundamental reading about the second most important area on this planet, the rhizosphere. While this is about trees, everyone would do well to read it.

http://www.treehelp.com/features/features-shigo-rhizosphere-1.asp
ICT Bill
10-09-2009, 06:25 PM
Good fundamental reading about the second most important area on this planet, the rhizosphere. While this is about trees, everyone would do well to read it.

http://www.treehelp.com/features/features-shigo-rhizosphere-1.asp

I never had a chance to meet the guy (I wonder what tree he was buried under) but have met a couple of his prodigy like Kevin Smith. Great guy, great article
phasthound
10-09-2009, 06:50 PM
I never had a chance to meet the guy (I wonder what tree he was buried under) but have met a couple of his prodigy like Kevin Smith. Great guy, great article

Shigo was a dynamic individual who possessed a passion for learning and teaching without dogma. I was privileged to meet him a few times years ago, I still feel his presence. I remember him saying, "What ever you do, do it with passion and wisdom."

Kevin Smith is of the same mold. Pun intended. :)
treegal1
10-10-2009, 09:54 PM
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ICT Bill
10-10-2009, 10:51 PM
An appropriate backdrop for a wonderful guy
thanks for the picture
nice to hear from you

Is this "world according to garp"?
Smallaxe
10-13-2009, 09:01 AM
So what was this guy's opinion on fertilizing trees and shrubs every spring?
phasthound
10-13-2009, 10:15 AM
So what was this guy's opinion on fertilizing trees and shrubs every spring?

Shigo rarely gave simple all inclusive recommendations. Rather he gave in depth explanations based on his studies in the forest and the lab.

From A New Tree Biology Dictionary pg. 45-6
If the tree is healthy and you are adding elements to maintain health, then late season fertilization may be best. But do not mistake this for a rule of thumb guideline from Shigo. He goes on to say that the subject of fertilization becomes mind boggling, yet fools keep running this field where angels fear to tread. I do not have your answers for fertilization. I do know we must go carefully. Over fertilization may keep the mycorrhizal fungi away. Over fertilization may appear beneficial on the short run, but may cause long-term problems. Big and fast does not always mean healthy.

Read his works, Shigo makes you think.

http://shigoandtrees.com/index.php
Smallaxe
10-13-2009, 11:55 PM
.... Over fertilization may appear beneficial on the short run, but may cause long-term problems. Big and fast does not always mean healthy.[/I]

Read his works, Shigo makes you think.

http://shigoandtrees.com/index.php

Thanks, I will be looking into it... He seems like a guy I can converse with... even though - not in present , personal reality. We share a thought and I am interestted in hearing his research and theory.
Smallaxe
10-14-2009, 12:05 AM
I hit the link, but I was hoping for more than buying T-shirts modeled by 12 yr old girls.
ICT Bill
10-14-2009, 10:20 AM
I hit the link, but I was hoping for more than buying T-shirts modeled by 12 yr old girls.

go to the link on the first post to this thread
phasthound
10-14-2009, 11:17 AM
I hit the link, but I was hoping for more than buying T-shirts modeled by 12 yr old girls.

I go to the link and click the headers for books, CD's/DVD's, pamphlets.
Smallaxe
10-14-2009, 11:07 PM
Thanks, I will give it another shot...