3. I frequently see small trees staked with some support twine or rope, presumably to aid against strong winds. However, I've heard or read somewhere that staking small trees can actually be harmful, preventing them from building a natural resistance to the wind (in trunk strength, root development, etc.). There are many guides that explain proper tree staking: 1  http://www.hgtv.com/decorating/tree-staking/index.html.
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