How to plant a tree with a high survival rate. Steps to plant a tree alive.

When I was a child, I thought that digging a hole and putting a sapling in would mean planting a tree. However, after a few days, I saw that only a few leaves of the sapling had fallen off. Later I realized that planting a tree is not simply about digging a hole and throwing the tree in. If you want the tree to survive and grow luxuriantly, take a look at the steps below to plant a tree. It will teach you step by step how to plant a tree with a high survival rate.

Method/Steps

1. 1Choose a suitable time to plant trees. Late spring and summer are not suitable for planting trees because the temperatures at this time threaten the health of the plants and may cause the tree to die. The best time to plant is fall or early spring.
2. 2When digging a deep pit, check to see if there are any local requirements, especially if the pit is located near telephone lines or cables (if If you are in a big city). Make sure you have contacted the relevant units and have the conditions to dig a hole.
3. 3Choose tree species that are suitable for local characteristics and climate.
   • Research the growing conditions of local tree species. If you want to plant non-native species, think carefully about your reasons for doing so. Make sure you choose a variety that can adapt to your local area.
4. 4Prepare the hole. Get a proper shovel and dig a hole four to five inches larger than the root ball The hole must be larger than the size of the hole to provide a stress-free growing space. This will make it easier for the roots to survive and grow into the soil. You don't need to cut off the wire that wraps the roots, the roots can grow through it. Threads can prevent root damage during planting.
   • When you dig the hole, leave a small mound of soil in the middle so the tree can stand. The bottom edge of the hole should be deeper, preferably with a small mound of soil in the middle to allow the roots to stand upright. This mound of soil also prevents the root ball from remaining submerged in water. Excess water can flow deeper into the edges, where it can be absorbed by the roots when needed. This small pile of soil is very important because one of the main causes of tree death is flooding, which is when the tree absorbs too much water and the root ball is submerged in a pool of water. When a tree grows out of the soil, the soil near it is slightly higher than the surrounding soil. About 0.6 to 1.2 cm higher. This prevents water from pooling around the trunk and preventing the tree from rotting.
   • Use a garden rake to loosen the soil around the pine pit so that the roots can spread more easily.
5. 5Prepare the tree to be planted. The planting process for small and large trees is slightly different:
   • If it is a small tree, you can gently lift it out of the pot with your head down. You can also cut open the plastic container to remove it.
   • If the tree is larger and has netting, burlap, or rope bags wrapped around it, you may need large scissors or a sharp knife to remove the wrapping around the roots. Keep the burlap from falling off when handling the tree. The tree can be placed in the hole and the burlap and rope cut away from around the trunk, leaving a web of rope. This leaves as much soil as possible at the base of the tree; unnecessary movement of the tree can easily allow air to enter the roots and even the root ball, causing them to dry out.
   • Keep roots away from the container or burlap for too long. It should not be exposed to the sun and wind, otherwise the roots will dry out and suffer damage.
6. 6Gently put the tree roots into the pit. The pit should not be too deep or too shallow. The height of the soil in the tree pit should be the same as that in the pot Keep the soil at a consistent height. Do not bury the root crown (from stem to root) or leave the roots exposed.
   • You can insert the handle of the shovel into each side of the hole to measure whether the root crown is consistent with the surrounding soil before filling the hole.
7. 7Use compost or fertilizer if needed. If the soil you are currently working on is not fertile enough, is somewhat clay-like, or has dust or sand in it, adding some manure or compost can give your tree new life. When filling the hole, bury three-quarters of the existing soil and add compost or organic fertilizer to the other quarter.
8. 8Refuse the temptation of commercial fertilizers; they can make trees grow too lush and burn them to death, with no long-term benefit. Newly planted trees are best suited to an organic mixture, which contains microorganisms and beneficial fungi that help the tree absorb soil nutrients. It also contains phosphates, which naturally promote root growth.
9. 9Give fruit trees extra care. Excess manure or compost is very important for fruit trees. For fruit trees, the pit should be two-thirds original soil and one-third compost or organic fertilizer.
10. 10Water the newly planted tree. After settling and backfilling the remaining soil, Water again. This reduces air holes. Water 3.7 liters of water for every 15cm of tree height.
11. 11Cover, cover, cover! Cover the tree pit with 2.5-7.6cm of sawdust or leaf mulch. The mulch should be 5-7.5 cm away from the trunk, otherwise it will rot. You also can't cover the plant completely, a few centimeters of mulch is enough to let water in and prevent weeds from growing. Add mulch according to the area of ??the dug hole, which is approximately the same height as the canopy.
    • Visible mulch also prevents people or lawn mowers from getting close to the tree.
12. 12Water again. About an hour after planting, come back and water again.
13. 13Supports may be required in the first year. No matter what support is used, it must be tied loosely to the trunk and cannot rub against the bark or be tied too tightly. After a year, when the roots have matured, you can remove the supports. Supports also protect against wind and remind people to avoid trees instead of running into them.
14. 14Water consistently during the first year until the tree is established. Watering depends on weather and region , the tree generally needs weekly watering until the roots are established. To form deep roots, water needs to be watered deeply. A heavy, slow watering will go deeper than a quick spray. Remember, deep roots can help prevent drought and wind. Watering Make sure the soil is dry before use.
15. 15The tree will grow with you, your family and friends, and then you can enjoy it. Cherish its shade and beauty, and thank yourself for adding another tree to the world.

Tips

• This article is for trees transplanted from containers. You can also start a tree from seed, either in a container or directly in the ground.
• If you have fruit trees in your yard, remember to keep watering the tree throughout its life cycle, as the fruit harvest depends on the continuity of irrigation. You'll want to fertilize your fruit trees every month, or according to the package directions.
• If you are transplanting a tree from a container into a planting hole, you can cut it vertically if the roots become too entangled. The roots will grow back. It is important that the roots are in direct contact with the filled soil.
• Water the tree weekly for the first year. Approximately 3 liters of water should be poured per meter of height. Therefore, a 3-meter-tall tree should receive 9.5 to 14.5 liters of water per week.
• Compost can be purchased in 18kg packages from most nurseries, garden centers or hardware stores.
• Consider the height and crown width of the mature tree. A small oak tree planted near a home is likely to pose a hazard to people during a storm 30 years later. Either plant it far away, or plant a tree that won't grow too big.
• When buying a tree, make sure the leaves are green and not falling.
• Again – mulch, mulch, mulch! 5 cm to 10 cm of organic matter will improve the soil, regulate soil temperature, and conserve moisture. Remember to replace it every year.
• When purchasing a tree in a container, remember that bigger is not always better. A tree that looks large may have its root ball overgrown or closed, causing poor growth or deformity. The key to growing trees is root growth.

Notes

• In the United States, you can call 811 before digging a hole. The 811 call can let you know if there are underground lines, helping you prevent disasters, injuries, and fines. There are other restrictions that protect the electrical and fiber optic cables that run through your home. If you dig and damage electrical and fiber optic cables, you may be fined due to these restrictions.
• Don’t plant the tree too deep! The soil depth in the pot should be consistent with that in the ground. The depth of the planting hole should not exceed the height of the root ball or pot. Excess soil covering the trunk can cause rot.
• Do not step or walk on planting holes. Walking onto soil covering tree roots can cause the soil to become too compacted. Mulch can help relieve soil compaction.
• Do not change the composition of the landfill soil excessively. If the fill soil is too different from the surrounding soil, the roots may be reluctant to leave the planting hole too quickly. However, diverging root systems are more conducive to tree growth.
• Use the shovel carefully.

What do you want to prepare?

• Shovel
• Tree
• A place to plant trees
• Scissors (optional)
• Knife (optional)
• Watering kettle
• Popular slow release fertilizer (optional)
• Measuring stick
• Compost or organic fertilizer (18kg bag, available at most nurseries, garden centers or hardware stores)

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