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Co (Container)

This indicates that the plant is grown in a container or pot, with the liter capacity specified. This is one of the most common ways to sell plants. A plant in a container can be planted almost any time of the year, as its roots are already established in the pot. For example, "C10" means the plant is in a 10-liter pot.

H (Standard Trunk)

This abbreviation refers to a standard-sized tree. It describes a tree with a straight, clear trunk and a crown that starts at a specific height.

• Standard Trunk: The tree has a well-defined, singular trunk.
• 200 cm Crown Starting Point: The lowest branches of the crown begin at a height of at least 200 cm (approximately 6.5 feet) from the ground.
• Trunk Circumference in cm: The size of the tree is measured by its trunk circumference, which is a key indicator of its age, health, and value.

ha (Half-Standard)

A half-standard tree is a smaller version of the standard type. The "ha" abbreviation indicates that the tree's clear trunk is shorter than a standard tree. The crown typically starts at a height of 120-150 cm from the ground. These are often used for smaller gardens or as street trees where overhead clearance is a concern.

mDb (with wire balling)

This term describes the method used to prepare the root ball of a large tree for transport.

• Root Ball: The roots are dug out of the ground along with the soil they are growing in.
• Wire Balling: The root ball is then wrapped in burlap and secured with a wire cage to hold its shape and prevent the soil from falling apart. This is crucial for maintaining the tree’s root system during transportation and planting.

Hei (Heister)

This term refers to a young, unbranched tree that has a straight trunk and is typically 2-4 years old. Heisters are in an early stage of development, where the focus is on growing a strong, single stem. While they haven't yet developed a full, mature crown, they possess the characteristics that indicate they will grow into a well-formed tree. They are often cultivated for planting in avenues or forests.

Sol (Solitaire)

A "Solitaire" plant is a unique, high-quality specimen that is intended to stand alone as a focal point in a landscape. It is not a standard shrub but rather a particularly well-grown, attractive plant. It is typically specified by its height in centimeters.

Sol Baum (Solitaire Tree)

This is a high-value, specimen tree. It is a "Solitaire" (Sol) tree that meets specific size requirements, typically having a stem diameter greater than 20 cm. These are mature, healthy trees that are often used as the centerpiece of a park or large garden due to their impressive size and form.

SR (Spring-Ring)

This refers to a specific type of container known as an Airpot-System or Spring-Ring. These containers have specially designed walls that promote the development of a dense, fibrous root system. They prevent roots from spiraling and circling the pot, which is a common problem in traditional containers.

Stbu (Standard Bush)

This abbreviation refers to a standard, non-tree form of a plant, typically a bush or shrub. It is specified by its trunk circumference, just like a standard tree, which indicates its maturity and size.

StU (Trunk Circumference)

This is the abbreviation for Trunk Circumference, which is the most common way to measure the size of a tree in the nursery trade. The measurement is taken at a standardized height from the ground (usually 100 cm). This measurement is used to determine the price and size class of a tree.

3xv (3 times transplanted)

This indicates that the plant has been dug up and replanted three times in the nursery. As explained previously, this process encourages the development of a dense and compact root system, which significantly increases the tree's health and survival rate after it is planted in its final location.

MB (mit Ballen)

The abbreviation MB stands for the German term mit Ballen, which translates to "with root ball."

This indicates that a tree is sold with its root system and the surrounding soil intact. The roots are carefully dug from the ground and wrapped in a burlap or a mesh to keep the ball of earth together.

This method is commonly used for larger or more mature trees and is crucial for their survival after planting. A tree sold mit Ballen has a much higher chance of establishing itself successfully in its new location compared to a bare-root tree.