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Ice Resistant Trees

This pamphlet describes how ice damage varies between tree species and how it can me managed.

"A number of characteristics increase a tree species’ susceptibility to ice storms: “included” bark, decaying or dead branches, increased surface area of lateral (side) branches, broad crowns, and imbalanced crowns." [1st sentance]

Included is a list of trees that are resistant, slightly resistant, and susceptible to ice damage.

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University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension

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