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Wichitans have received mixed messaging about whether they should plant new trees while drought restrictions on outdoor watering are in effect.
The city of Wichita, which has stopped planting trees citywide, recommends against planting new trees or shrubs. Nursery owners, whose businesses depend on selling trees, say that is a shortsighted mistake …