Tree physical characteristics |
height |
diameter breast height (=4.5 ft.) |
crown width |
crown shape |
crown density |
crown competition |
fall coloration |
Physical environmental factors |
Site conditions: | impermeable surfaces |
| turf |
| ground/street disturbances |
crown disruptions |
street lighting |
traffic volume |
salt load |
Measures of Health |
Foliage: | general condition |
Problems: | necrosis |
| chlorosis |
| discoloration |
| distortions |
| holes |
| surface defects (biotic) |
| wilting |
| leaf angle |
Stems and limbs: | general condition |
| dead limbs |
Problems: | cankers |
| decay |
| insect damage |
| wounds |
Roots | exposed |
| girdling |