Arboriculture Terms

an asexual reproductive strategy of trees such as aspen (Populus spp.) and willow (Salix spp.). which produce new trees or groups of trees by root suckering (see Slicker).

in an electric utility system. scheduling of preventive maintenance (including utility arboriculture and IVM) to maximize electric service reliability and cost efficiency.

cut that removes a branch just outside the collar at its point of origin. Collar cut.