This week, I’m speaking to Senior Arboricultural Research Manager Dr Glynn Percival, who works for Bartlett Tree Experts. I first heard Glynn speak about 7 years ago and I was blown away by his straight talking and the research he presented that day, which exploded many myths about tree planting. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that his eye-opening lecture was a pivotal moment in my understanding that I didn’t have to swallow all the received wisdom surrounding horticulture.

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What we talk about:

• Why tree pests and diseases are on the increase 
• The benefits of feeding trees with sugar
• Chemicals and how they can switch on tree defences
• Mulching trees - why it matters
• Biochar applications
• Chitin and phosphites
• Issues affecting trees in the UK
• Scented plants and their effect on tree health

About the Bartlett Tree Experts

“Bartlett Tree Experts was founded by Francis A. Bartlett in 1907 and is the world's leading scientific tree and shrub care company.

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