Introduction & Publication Info. Value of Urban Trees   Psychological and Aesthetic   Values   Social Values   Historic Values   Environmental Values   Monetary Values   Economics and Decision Making Basic Horticultural Principles   Basic Needs   Air And Water In The Soil   Soil Compaction   The Root System   Structural Strength Of Crowns   Plant Stress Urban Forestry Planning   Long-range Planning   Short-range Planning   Site-specific Planning   Management Planning   Work Plans Tree Selection and Site Design   Urban Change   Space For Trees   Climate Microclimate   Land Use   Tree Selection Considerations   Providing Space For Trees   Designing For Root Control Planting and Early Care of Trees   Handling Before Planting   Preparing The Planting Hole   Preparing And Setting The Tree   Backfilling   Staking And Guying   Pruning And Training   Fertilization   Water Management   Soil Management   Pest Management

Maintenance of Established Trees   Scheduling   Hazard Inspection   Pruning Guidelines   Traffic Control   Insect And Disease Control   Fertilization And Aeration   Tree And Stump Removal Preserving Trees Affected by Development   Identifying Trees To Be Preserved   Preparing A Tree Location Map   Assessing Potential Impact To Trees   Soil Alterations During Construction   Location Of Tree Roots   Tree Preservation Techniques   Post-Construction Site Reassessment Utility Arboriculture   Purpose   Attitude   Approach   Common Concerns   Coordination Tree Politics   Decision Making Process   Technical vs. Value Decisions   Liability   Coordination