Committee debates species and site suitability for spring/Arbor Day plantings
Members discussed salt- and water-table issues at Smithfield/Splashpad sites and considered bald cypress, willows, poplars and shrubs as alternatives; trade-offs included salt tolerance, longevity and maintenance demands.
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As the committee considered next year’s planting targets, members spent time discussing the suitability of candidate sites and species. The north side of Smith Park and the Splashpad area were flagged for high salt levels and variable water tables; one member cited a soil report noting salt over the top of some sites.
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