Freezing rain and snow in WuhanWeatherContinuous, manyStreet treesThe branches of the trees broke under the weight of the snow and ice, among themCamphor treeIt is especially common. In this regard, Wuhan City Garden andForestryThe department reminds the public in the snow and iceWeatherAvoid approachingCamphor treeand other evergreen trees. So why did Wuhan choose to beCamphor treeAsStreet treesThis? The following is a detailed answer to this question from the mouth of a garden expert.
This time it was freezing rain and snowWeatherRightTreesThe degree of impact is severe, causing a large number of themStreet treesThe phenomenon of broken branches. Compared to simple freezing rain or snowWeather, this year's freezing rain and snowWeatherIt can be called extreme, giveTreesThe pressure has exceeded that of previous years' snow and freezing rain. WhileCamphor treeAs tall evergreen trees, they have a large crown and lush foliage, making them more susceptible to the weight of snow and ice. In regular snowfallWeatherWhen the snow cover reaches a certain level, the branches of the evergreen tree will be bent, but the relatively soft snow will fall relatively easily, thus reducing the pressure on the branches. But this year is uniqueWeatherIn this case, the combination of ice formed by freezing rain and moist snowflakes formed by heavy snow further increased the pressure on the evergreen trees, resulting in the occurrence of large-scale branch breakage.
In the whole city, there are more than 800,000 plants in WuhanStreet trees, among othersCamphor treeAbout forty percent, visibleCamphor treeInStreet treesThe importance of seed selection. So whyCamphor treeBecome WuhanStreet treesWhat about the first choice?
First of all,Camphor treeAs an evergreen tree, in Wuhan as well as the wholeYangtze River Basincan survive well in the climatic environment. Wuhan is located in the transition zone of the north-south climate, and the climate and environment are complexCamphor treeIt can adapt to the climate of Wuhan in all seasons, especially in summer, with good shading effect, and the smell is fragrant and pleasant. Many other tree species are not adapted to the climatic conditions of Wuhan, such as the south, which is more adaptableBanyan treeIt is susceptible to freezing in the low temperature of Wuhan in winter, while there are few evergreen tree species in the north, and deciduous tree species lack landscape effect in winter. Therefore,Camphor treeIt became to adapt to the climatic conditions of Wuhan and satisfyYangtze River BasinThe first choice for demandStreet treesSeed.
In addition,Camphor treeStrong self-healing ability. AlthoughCamphor treeIt is easier to break under the weight of snow and ice, but with proper trimming and maintenanceCamphor treeIt can still re-sprout new branches and leaves. So, thoughCamphor treeIt is relatively fragile, but the advantages of other tree species are incomparable, which makes it WuhanStreet treesThe first choice.
AlthoughCamphor treeIn freezing rain and snowWeatherbut there are still things we can do to protect and repair them. Experts say that the need for broken branchesCamphor treePerform dry or plastic pruning to restore balance and eliminate potential safety hazards. After proper careCamphor treeIt can still regrow new branches and leaves, reflecting its strong germination and self-repair ability.
In short,Camphor treeAs WuhanStreet treesThe first choice, with good adaptability and ornamentality. Although in the extremeWeatherThe lower tree shows vulnerability, but other tree species such as the southern onesBanyan treeand the evergreen species in the north also have their own limitations. Garden experts recommend in the selectionStreet treesClimatic conditions, ornamental effects and the self-healing ability of plants should be comprehensively considered when planting, so as to ensure that the greening of the street can adapt to the complex climate environment and have a good landscape effect. In addition, everyone should also strengthen theStreet treesof conservation and protection work, regular pruning and inspectionTreeshealth conditions, timely treatmentPests and diseasesand broken branches, make sureStreet treessafety and aesthetics.