Handling Nursery Stock

4. This type of roots can be prevented by disturbing perimeter roots when repotting.
6. Also called root wrapped, this method provides less protection to the nursery stock can cab provide satisfactory protection of root systems for short-term merchandising in early spring.
7. Gravel, wood chips, sawdust, and bark are bases that allow for this, preventing soggy soil.
9. B & B plants are dug with a ___ ball.
10. This shipping method saves on cost but requires potting in the garden center or retail nursery.
11. Moisture-resistant wrapping paper, heeling media, mulch, and spring-wrap all protect against this.

1. Evergreens, shrubs, shade trees, and flowering trees can be sold balled and ___.
2. Nursery stock require this, through sprinkler irrigation or hand watering.
3. Buildings, blankets, and heeling in can save the roots of nursery stock from freezing during this season.
5. ___ stock is popular because it is more easily maintained and handled in sales areas, as well as convenient and appealing to customers.
6. Type of burlap that should be removed from soil balls when planting.
8. Take care when doing this so that the root ball stays intact and mechanical damage is avoided.