Save a Tree (or Two)

Yesterday, the city removed two trees - a crape myrtle and a magnolia - from the library's backyard in preparation for construction. Rather than being chopped down, the trees were transplanted to beautify other city locations. How exactly does that work? Take a look at the photos of the crape myrtle below.

Step One: The tree is dug up and the roots secured with rope.














Step Two: Cones are placed around the tree to separate it from the rest of the lawn.






Step Three: The tree is removed and the hole filled in with dirt.




The magnolia was transplanted in the same way:




Be sure to also check out the mini-story in the Huntsville Item.