When selecting a tree for your yard from a nursery there are several important factors to consider, including:

    • Branching Structure: Look for a tree with one main trunk and branches that do not cross each other.
    • Root Structure: The tree should have a solid base in the container. If it rocks back and forth in the pot, the tree probably has poor root structure which can lead to problems later in life.
  • Girdling Roots: These are roots that grow above the soil in the pot and wrap around the trunk of the tree. A young tree with girdling roots will probably continue to develop more after it is planted. If left alone, girdling roots may eventually kill the tree.

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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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