Caring for damaged trees after the recent ice storm
requires careful planning and patience. The first thing to remember is not to panic and make hasty decisions. Evaluate the situation, seek professional help if necessary, and plan the recovery effort. What we learn from this experience may help reduce damage in future ice situations.
The Mayor of Tulsa has initiated a project, ReGreen Tulsa, to replant the trees lost in the storm. This website has a list of recommended trees.
Use the links
below to assist in this process.
General assessment
SPAIce Storms-The Tree Issues Discusses ice storm, damage, recovery, and tree species (susceptibility and resistance
SPAto ice damage).
Damage assessment
SPAWill My Trees Survive? How to assess the damage to hardwood trees based on crown damage.
SPAStorm Damage and Your Tree More specific information on evaluating the damage to your tree after the
SPAstorm.
SPAHow to Recognize Hazardous Defects in Trees. (RECOMMENDED) USDA Northeastern Area
SPA State & Private Forestry Pub. on hazardous trees.
SPAWhen a Storm Strikes s(in Spanish) Brief general suggestions for care before and after a storm.
Damage Control
SPAHelping Trees Recover From Ice Storms Short, general discussion.
SPADon't Top Trees s(in Spanish) 8 Good reasons why you should NEVER "TOP" a tree .
SPAHow to Hire an Arborist How to judge when to call an arborist and how to select the right one.
SPATree Care Companies List of ISA Certified Arborists
SPAHow to Prune Trees. (RECOMMENDED) USDA Northeastern Area State & Private Forestry Pub. on
SPA Pruning.
SPAHow to Prune Young Shade Trees s(in Spanish) Pruning for strength and form.
SPAThe Pruning Section Articles on pruning fruit trees, woodies and other common plants.
SPAPruning Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, and Vines General pruning information.
SPAFrom the Tulsa World:
SPACEsssLessons to Be Learned from Ice Storm
SPACEsssAsk a master gardener
SPACEsssHave Patience with Cleanup, Restoration
SPACEsssTree specialists offer advice
SPACEsssOut on a limb
SPACEsssTrees May Spring Back
SPACEsssIce Pruning May Benefit Urban Forest Has a List of Recommended Replacement Trees (Source: Tulsa Park
SPACEsssand Recreation Department).
SPACEsssNEW THREAT TO TREEES Experts Warn Against Unskilled Trimming.
SPACEsssAsk a Master Gardener Smart planting, pruning can reduce tree damage loss.
SPACEsssArticles from Phil Mulkins in Tulsa World relating to tree damage.
SPACEsssHire a tree company that is a cut above the rest
SPACEsssRisks, duties about with storm debris
SPACEsssTree work, do not go out on a limb
SPACEsssDamage to trees can cut income tax
SPACEsssFirewood ratings stack up nicely
SPACEsssTree limb damage considered an act of nature
SPACEsssAppraisals for trees not firmly rooted
SPACEsssFirewood seasoning takes six months
SPACEsssMake limb pick up easier for crews
SPACEsssBirch tree firewood gets excellent rating
SPACEsssNeighbors branches over your property may be trimmed
SPACEsssWatch your step on ladders
SPACEsssChoose right ladder for the job
SPACEsssSpontaneous combustion
SPACEsssSmall engines need storage treatment
Recovery/The Future
SPATulsa City Tree Ordinance City of Tulsa Revised Ordinances, Title 35, Chapter 9, Ordinance No. 17913
SPATrees and Ice Storms, The Development of Ice Storm-Resistant Urban Tree Populations
SPA(RECOMMENDED). Page 14 has a list of trees and their susceptibility ratings to ice damage compiled
SPAby the Univ. of Illinois.
SPAThe Right Tree for the Right Place s(in Spanish) Select tree species that will fill a particular role or function
SPAin your landscape. Then plant them in the right places that will enable them to fill those functions.
SPATrees for Wildlife s(in Spanish) Wildlife needs. No specific species listed.
SPALow Water Use Plants
SPAAggressive Trees List of trees you may want to avoid.
SPAPlant a Tree in Clay Planting the new tree in Tulsa's typical clay soil.
SPATrees for Tulsa County and N.E. Oklahoma Trees for N.E. Oklahoma.
SPATrees for City of Tulsa Easements and Rights-of-Way List of trees allowed by City of Tulsa ordinance
SPAfor planting on streets, easements, and rights-of-ways.
SPAUrban Trees Discussion, images, etc.
SPAIce Resistant Tree Populations Univ. of New Hampshire Ext.- A list rating trees.
SPAHow to Choose the Right Tree Has a list of trees not recommended for Yards.
SPATen Trees to Avoid The title says it all.
SPASustainable Urban Landscapes Managing storm-damaged tree with a list.
SPASusceptibility of Trees to Ice Storm Damage in the Great Plains Univ. of Nebraska - another list.
SPATrees to Reconsider Before Planting Univ of Tennessee Extension - List with discussion.
SPAOklahoma Proven List of Superior Plants Recommended for Oklahoma. (1999-2008)
PSO (Local Electric Company) Resources
SPATREE TIPS - A Planning Guide EXCELLENT--Covers replacement planting considerations.
SPALandscaping Tips for Ground-Level Electrical Facilities What to do about the green boxes in your yard.
Additional Resources
SPAIce Damage Publications and Websites Links to additional resources
SPAFirewood: How to Obtain, Measure, Season, and Burn Gives the BTU ratings of a number of common wood
SPAspecies.
Need More Help?
Walk-ins are welcome at the Master Gardeners' office at the O.S.U. Extension Center, 4116 E. 15th Street (Fairground Gate #6). You can reach us by phone at (918) 746-3701. Our hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday except County holidays.Tulsa Master Gardeners are Tulsa County residents and experienced gardeners who have received extensive training through the Cooperative Extension Service. Their desire is to share their knowledge, expertise and love of gardening with the Tulsa County gardening public. As volunteer representatives of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service, Tulsa Master Gardeners follow the research-based recommendations of the Cooperative Extension Service.
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