I have used both oaks and gums plenty of times with no problem.

Xmas trees on their sides about 10-20 feet from the BG beds in a half circle outside the colony beds is the best idea. Like a fence around the outside ( deep water side) of the colony.

Any dense cover placed Ike that will increase BG yoy survival.

Last edited by ewest; 03/23/17 04:49 PM.