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BlackwoodRiver Bott leBrush

Si lver Watt le

I S S U E S Northcote Highschool

Local Sport ing Grounds & TeamsResident ial Housing

Merr i CreekAnimals Cl imate

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v e g e t a t i o n C u r r e n t p r o t e c t i o n i

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planted treesGuying : surface mater ial to prevent

contact to t ree ( mesh or plast ic )

B E N E F I T S Protect ion Against Animal

Protect ion Againtst Wind Damage Aids Growth Direct ion

Stabal ize Root Bal l

C O N C E R N S Biodegradable vs. Reusable

Trunk Wrap Hides IssuesAdjustable During Growth

Strong Yet Flexible Should Not Make Any Contact

Cont inuous Monitor ing

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BUT WHAT ELSE CAN THEY DO?

P R E C E D E N T S G A R D E N S B Y T H E B A Y

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