Tips on Planting a Tree

Tips

 * This article is about transplanting a tree that was grown in a container. It is also possible to start most trees from a seed, either in your own container or directly in the ground.
 * When buying your tree, make sure that all its leaves are green and not drooping.
 * Water your tree weekly for the first year. Water 2-3 quarts (2 - 3 liters) for every foot in height. So, a five foot sapling should get 10 to 15 quarts (9.5 - 14 liters) every week.
 * If you are planting fruit or nut trees for a small home orchard, continue to water weekly for the life of the tree, as your crop depends on consistent irrigation. Fertilize fruit and nut trees monthly, or according to package directions.
 * When planting a container tree, tease out the roots into the planting hole. If they are circling too much to do that, make vertical cuts.  They will grow back.  It is very important that the roots make immediate contact with the backfill soil.
 * One more time - mulch, mulch, mulch! 2-4 inches (5 cm - 10cm) of organic material  improves the soil, moderates soil temperature and conserves moisture.   Refresh annually.
 * Compost is available in 40lb (18.1 kg) bags from most nurseries, garden centers, or hardware stores.

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